CATCH JAPAN (Mar. 2025)

Aired: Mar 28, 2025 (UTC)


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Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan’s most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas and passionate effort from the people behind it all.

J-Environment

Involved in the development of major Japanese cities like Shibuya in Tokyo for many years, Tokyu Fudosan Holdings is focusing on "environmental management."
This segment highlights the company’s efforts to enhance biodiversity in Shibuya and develop a circular society model in Nagano Prefecture, leading the way in addressing global environmental issues.

Commercial buildings with rooftop terraces rich in greenery
Benches made from thinned larch wood

J-Health

One of Japan’s leading home and beauty care, and cosmetic manufacturers, Kao is developing a sunscreen that offers absolute protection against sunburn. This segment explores their cutting-edge UV care research at a laboratory that has achieved a world-first technology, highlighting the dedication and vision of the researchers behind the innovation.

Examining sunscreen application at a micro-level
Sunscreen application captured by the Multiband UV Camera

J-Tech

Hitachi, Ltd., one of the world's leading manufacturers of a multitude of electronics, has helped to support Japan under its founding corporate philosophy of "contributing to society." The company has been striving to create a safe and prosperous society through its efforts in Japan's railway infrastructure and more.

Hitachi, Ltd. works to solve social issues using AI
MARS, the world's first computerized train seat reservation system

J-Society

At the intersection between technology and gender-based violence, global efforts are being put in place to combat this issue. From Cambodia’s GBV Safe App supporting victims to Japan’s advocacy for online safety, this segment shows how governments, organizations, and individuals are collaborating to create safer spaces.

The event addressed the theme of gender-based violence and bodily autonomy
Publicity activities for the app in Cambodia

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