Bringing these stories to a global audience.
Streaming giant Netflix is set begin streaming a wide selection of programming from NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) specifically dramas, on June 22, 2026, to bring the network’s rich drama storytelling to wider audiences in Japan and around the world.
According to the platform, beloved titles from NHK’s celebrated lineup, such as Taiga dramas, morning serials and Drama 10 series, are part of the first wave this June
Meanwhile, additional titles are expected to begin rolling out through early 2027.
“NHK dramas have long been a core part of Japanese entertainment culture. Taiga dramas depict historical figures and pivotal moments in Japanese history on an epic scale; morning serials portray everyday life, family, work and people chasing their dreams; and Drama 10 series explore contemporary social issues, different ways of living and complex human relationships,” noted Netflix.
Through this global rollout, it said that it will offer opportunities for both longtime fans and first-time viewers to discover and revisit these shows.
Part of the first slate of shows coming June 22 are the Taiga drama Strategist KANBE; the morning serial Mampuku; and Drama 10’s Descending Stories: A Life in Rakugo, The Science Club and Tokyo Salad Bowl; as well as the premium drama My Family.
Meanwhile, a total of 20 NHK drama titles are scheduled to stream on Netflix over the course of the year.
Netflix has previously partnered with major Japanese broadcasters like TBS to bring Japanese drama to audiences in Japan and globally.
“The addition of NHK titles marks a significant expansion of that commitment,” it emphasized. “By bringing works nurtured by Japan’s broadcasters over many years to viewers in more than 190 countries and regions, Netflix will continue to champion Japan’s outstanding entertainment culture on the world stage.”
Netflix also told that it will continue working with Japanese broadcasters and production partners to bring more of Japan’s entertainment to audiences everywhere.