Backstage Japan Season 1 Episode release dates & where to watch
Premiered
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Ended: Thursday, October 1, 2026
When does Backstage Japan Season 1 come out?
Backstage Japan Season 1 premiered Thursday, February 19, 2026 on NHK WORLD-JAPAN and ended Thursday, October 1, 2026. The season has 12 episodes.
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Backstage Japan Season 1 release schedule
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1. Tokyo Skytree We explore the Tokyo Skytree, from its dazzling heights to its hidden depths. Discover the role this iconic structure plays in advancing scientific research. |
Thursday · 8 months ago |
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2. Narita International Airport Millions of people pass through Narita International Airport every year, unaware of the systems that ensure their safety and comfort. We'll dive into this hidden, complex world. |
Thursday · 7 months ago |
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3. Kaiyukan Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival. |
Thursday · 7 months ago |
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4. Seto Ohashi Bridge Visit one of Japan's engineering marvels, an auto and train bridge spanning six islands, and meet the dedicated crew working to keep it as good as new for the next 200 years. |
Thursday · 6 months ago |
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5. Kyoto Railway Museum Join us for an exciting journey through the history of Japan's railroads, as we explore exhibitions delving into the Shinkansen, steam locomotives, and other archival gems. |
Thursday · 6 months ago |
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6. Tobu World Square We visit a place where some of the world's most iconic monuments are replicated in miniature, and meet the artisans whose skills and dedication bring them vividly to life. |
Thursday · 5 months ago |
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7. Sukagawa Tokusatsu Archives Center Sukagawa Tokusatsu Archives Center is preserving and sharing a tradition that has brought some of the world's favorite kaiju and superheroes to the big and small screens. |
Thursday · 5 months ago |
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8. Hyper Rescue Nagoya Hyper Rescue Nagoya, a special unit of highly trained experts, is ready to respond when disaster strikes. We follow them as they prepare for whatever might come their way. |
Thursday · 4 months ago |
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9. Tokiwa Zoo At a zoo in western Japan, animals are not confined in cages. Explore the innovative approaches used to recreate natural habitats and allow visitors to experience wildlife up close. |
Thursday · 3 months ago |
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10. Tokyo Metro All aboard for an in-depth look at one of the world's largest metro systems. From specialized training to precision tools, learn what's behind its reputation for safety and comfort. |
Thursday · 2 months ago |
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11. Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium Have a whale of a time as we dive deep into an urban aquarium, explore the world-class research behind its breeding success, and discover rarely seen creatures from distant waters. |
Thursday · 2 months ago |
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12. Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line Journey with us across Tokyo Bay through a massive work of tunnel and bridge engineering, and discover the many systems designed to keep travelers safe at all times. |
Thursday · 1 month ago |
Backstage Japan Season 1 FAQ
When does Backstage Japan Season 1 come out?
Backstage Japan Season 1 premiered Thursday, February 19, 2026 on NHK WORLD-JAPAN.
How many episodes are in Backstage Japan Season 1?
Backstage Japan Season 1 has 12 episodes.
Are new episodes of Backstage Japan Season 1 released weekly?
Episodes are released on a mixed schedule; check the dates below.
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