NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), Japan’s sole public broadcaster, introduced a radio service in 1925 and a television service in 1953. NHK is financed by the receiving fee paid by each household that owns a television set. This system enables the Corporation to maintain independence from any governmental and private organization, and ensures that the opinions of viewers and listeners are assigned top priority.
Founded in 1879, The Asahi Shimbun Company is one of Japan’s leading media organizations, committed to delivering trusted journalism and insightful content across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. With a robust domestic and international reporting network, we aim to illuminate people, ideas, and information—connecting society and inspiring hope for the future.