CBC Television Co., Ltd.

Following a call by Genjiro Kojima of Chubu Nippon Shimbun to establish a private broadcaster, Chubu Nippon Broadcasting Co., Ltd. (CBC) was founded.

Soon after the radio station began broadcasting, a variety of programs were launched one after another. Starting with the public broadcast program 'Stop the Music,' a pioneer of what would later be called 'intro quizzes,' followed by 'Mitsubishi Sunday Theater,' recorded live in the first studio, the variety show 'Singing CBC,' and the children's music competition 'Friendly Club Children's Music Concert,' a wide range of programs were aired, delighting listeners.

At 6:30 a.m. on September 1, 1951, announcer Noboru Uji delivered the first voice of private broadcasting. The 'Fashion Lecture' that began at 6:55 a.m. was the first commercial program in Japan. At 7:00 a.m., after the upbeat music and time announcement of 'Chinkara Konkara,' the Seiko clock announced that it was now 7 o'clock. Japan's first commercial advertisement was broadcast. In the first private news segment, the arrival of Ambassador Shigeru Yoshida in Hawaii en route to the San Francisco Peace Conference was reported, marking the dawn of a new era of broadcasting.

The baseball broadcast that is still affectionately known as 'Burning Dragons' began in the station's second year. Responding to early requests, it aired all 65 games played locally.

In May 1954, the second 'Asian Games' held in Manila, Philippines, became the first overseas joint coverage and the first overseas broadcast for Japanese private television. CBC dispatched reporters and technical staff as correspondents to the site, handling live commentary and networked broadcasts.

The 'CBC Hall' in Shin-Ōi 1-chōme, still in use today, was completed. Anticipating the start of television broadcasting, it was equipped with a TV studio and auditorium, incorporating the cutting-edge technology of the time.

With the launch of television in 1956, song programs, variety shows, and public dramas broadcast from CBC Hall gained popularity. A variety of programs targeting women, such as educational and cooking shows, as well as many children's programs were aired. Among them, the drama 'Kenta-kun's Detective,' provided by Matsuzakaya, received support from public institutions like the police and local businesses, conducted on-location shoots in various local spots, and became a hugely popular show that captivated children of the time.

After preparations began with a license application in 1952, television broadcasting started on December 1, 1956. It became the third television service in Japan (following Japan Television and Radio Tokyo, now TBS Television, and on the same day as Osaka Television, now Asahi Broadcasting Television).

CBC Year‑End Mutual Aid Campaign (now "CBC Charity Fundraising") started.

The 'Grand Sumo Nagoya Event Eve Festival,' which began to enliven the Nagoya tournament that was not yet a 'main tournament' at the time, was a large-scale program that built a ring in CBC Hall. It became a main tournament the following year, but after a hiatus from 1965 to 1977, it has continued to the present.

On March 10, 1957, the Nankai vs. Chunichi game held as the 'CBC Cup' was CBC Television's first professional baseball broadcast. Initially, it networked with Japan Television and also broadcast the Giants game at Korakuen Stadium (until 1960). The July All-Star Game, broadcast from Chunichi Stadium, marked the first simultaneous live TV and radio broadcast since the station's inception.

Preceding nationwide year-end fundraisers, the first 'CBC Year-End Assistance Campaign' (now CBC Charity Fundraising) began. Starting with CBC's own contribution of 1 million yen, appeals via radio and television, and street fundraising by announcers and theater troupe members were carried out, raising a total of over 1.83 million yen.

When the Nagoya tournament of sumo was promoted to a "main tournament", broadcasts from Kanayama Gymnasium began nationwide. In 1963, it expanded to a network of 36 commercial stations nationwide, using equipment such as the company's own "Electrozoomer" and "Handy Vision". Sumo broadcasts on commercial TV continued until the following year, 1964.

The oratorio "Amakusa Shirou" (script by Ryo Namikawa, music by Akira Sugawara), produced by the Tokyo branch, won CBC's first Art Festival Award (radio division, organization). The award ceremony was held on January 29 at Tokyo Sankei Hall.

During the unprecedented damage caused by the Ise Bay Typhoon, the company established an all‑company emergency system by dispatching reporters and cameramen to various locations from the day before. The strong call to "The typhoon is approaching. Please return home as soon as possible. Prepare candles and lanterns" was later praised as a pioneer of disaster reporting. The company also reported the actual damage after the typhoon and transmitted it nationwide via the JNN network launched in August.

On April 10, 1959, the marriage parade of the Crown Prince (now Emperor Emeritus) and Michiko (now Empress Emerita) was held, enveloping the nation in a celebratory mood. The parade, dubbed "a broadcast of the century", was live‑streamed by CBC using its own transistor camera mounted on a helicopter, covering the entire route from the Imperial Palace to the Eastern Palace. Additionally, from the 17th, the visit to Ise Grand Shrine was broadcast nationwide via TV and radio, delivering the historic celebration to all regions.

JNN (Japan News Network) was established.

Chubu Nippon Broadcasting was listed on the Nagoya Stock Exchange.

The "Chubu Businessmen New Year's Salon" began broadcasting.

The "Chubu Japan Invitational All Japan Amateur and Professional Golf Championship" was launched (June 1–2). The competition was broadcast nationwide, but the all‑live broadcast without VTR was a continuous struggle. They reportedly included explanations of terms and collected each player's scores via telephone from the venue as they were temporarily taken. This tournament is the origin of the current "Chunichi Crowns", and it has the longest history among privately organized golf tournaments in Japan.

Responding to a request from American ABC Broadcasting, in July 1961, a recording of the first game of the professional baseball All‑Star Game held at Chunichi Stadium was produced and supplied for the United States and Canada. It was a program introducing Japanese sports, and five staff members from the U.S. came to Japan to record jointly with CBC's technical team.

After "Tonight's Home Cooking" started in 1957 and "Cooking Diary" from 1958, "Kewpie 3‑Minute Cooking" began in December 1962. The title comes from the desire to help with daily meal planning like a weather forecast. At that time, TV station networks and distribution networks were undeveloped, and the ingredients available in households varied by region, so not only CBC but several national stations produced the program independently for their respective regions. It continues to this day and is the longest‑running program on CBC Television (second is "Sunday Dragons").

Anticipating the broadcast of the Tokyo Olympics in October of that year, color television broadcasting began on September 1. The company proactively prepared studio equipment and gear for colorization.

"It’s 12:30, Matsuzakaya, Katreya Music" – broadcast begins.

CBC has produced and aired numerous children’s and music programs. A representative example is "Acorn Music Concert". Elementary school students performed songs and instrumental pieces, and a top prize was awarded, bringing the joy of singing to many children. (Ended in 1983)

The only Japanese concert by the worldwide band The Beatles (June 30–July 2) was co‑organized with Yomiuri Shimbun. The CBC business division, which had overseas connections and foreign currency, and the cooperative planning agency (now Kyodo Tokyo) that had a pipeline for inviting artists, made the legendary show possible. The broadcast of the concert was aired on CBC Television on July 3.

The signature quiz show "Genius Quiz" features elementary school students wearing red and white "O/X" hats to answer questions. The doctor who announces the answers was originally a robot. After the regular broadcast ended in September 2004, it has been airing irregularly as "New Genius Quiz" since 2023.

From 1967, CBC's programs also began full‑color broadcasts.

In 1968, the "CBC Orchestra Series" began, inviting world‑class orchestras (until around 2000). Founder Genzo Kojima stated in the opening remarks that music would be promoted as a project contributing to the cultural improvement of the local community. Since its launch, CBC has invited top musicians from around the world, from classical to popular, to Japan, providing high‑quality musical art.

From midnight on March 31, the radio broadcast that had previously ended at 1:30 a.m. was extended to a full‑night program. "CBC Young Request" was extended until 2 a.m., after which "All Night CBC" aired until 4:50 a.m. During the era when late‑night radio was popular, the number of letters sent to "Young Request" sometimes reached 20,000 per month. From October 10, 1972, "All Night Nippon" began online from Nippon Broadcasting.

Starting March 31, the local wide show "This Town, This Wind" began (2:15 p.m.–3 p.m., ended March 1972). Covering topics from everyday life to social issues, the show gained popularity with its in‑depth studio talk style.

From 1970, the format changed to live performances by guest singers, with most of the famous singers such as Yumi Arai, Aki Yatsushiro, Chiharu Matsuyama, and Momoe Yamaguchi appearing. It was affectionately called the "gateway for new talent".

On March 14, 1970, the first international exposition in Asia opened in Osaka. The special broadcast "The Curtain Opens: Japan World Expo" was a historic program that, for the first time, brought together all of Chūnichi Broadcasting Network’s affiliates into a single show. CBC covered the American pavilion and other sections, broadcasting live for three hours.

The new catchphrase "CBC & YOU" was introduced and debuted on March 15. The strong impression of adding "CBC" at the front, the modern, youth‑oriented word "YOU", and excellent design and sound quality are its features. The striking crimson color, strongly associated with youth, was adopted, and it was used across all fields, from TV program title changes to printed materials, signage, uniforms, broadcast trucks, and television cameras.

The "CBC" logo that has been used since the station’s launch was refreshed to the current version. The logo appeared on the exterior wall during the façade renovation of the CBC Hall on December 25. Designed by an employee from the art department, a thicker‑line arrangement was added in 1982, and it remains to this day.

Chunichi Dragons win championship after 20 years

In the year the Dragons won by stopping the Giants' 10th consecutive title, a song sent to the radio program "Batsugun Jockey" became a hit. It remains a staple cheer song, still sung with players' names swapped.

On October 1, 1974, the 30‑minute local news program "CBC News Wide" began broadcasting (6:00–6:30 PM). It attracted attention by incorporating live broadcasts and footage into a format that conveyed local topics, moving away from straight news. In its first broadcast, it walked the streets asking people "Are you happy?" and conducted a walking broadcast, which became a topic. The program continued until April 1999, and the evening news programs now continue as "Chant!" and "newsX".

On November 1, 1974, the program text for "Kewpie 3‑Minute Cooking" began publication. Initially issued in A5 size once a month in February, it was later renewed to A4 size and, from July 1980, published quarterly. From July 2017, it became monthly, continuing to support many households' kitchens for a long time (ceased publication in March 2027).

The weekday‑changing personalities brought their strengths to a talk and youth‑oriented music late‑night wide program "Tonight Also Shalala" (weekdays 11 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.) which started on April 4.

The then‑radical one‑hour live broadcast program "Saturday 9 o’clock Han: Just Arrived!" (Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 10:25 a.m.) started on July 2. Using an initial 7 kg handheld camera connected via cable to a relay vehicle, the entire staff supported the style of running around the town, which initially caused confusion but became a popular program due to its surprise and live feel. The production know‑how cultivated over 12 years of beloved shows was then passed on to subsequent programs.

Starting with the 1966 Beatles invitation, CBC was actively engaged in projects with overseas artists, and in that year the Nagoya International Music Festival began as an opportunity to regularly enjoy performances by world‑renowned artists in Nagoya. Even after about half a century, regular performances continue from spring to early summer at venues such as the Aichi Prefectural Arts and Culture Center.

The radio program "Report Driver", which travels within the broadcast area and delivers reports via relay, was born this year. The first generation consisted of seven women who toured various locations in a "Rainbow Car" equipped with antennas and cables. In 1985, on the 35th anniversary of its founding, it conquered 257 cities and towns across the three Tokai prefectures (at the time). In 2024, it rebranded as "Report Cast (Repocas)" and continues to this day.

On October 3, the CBC Hall hosted the first‑ever "CBC Radio Festival" as a standalone event. It drew a fervent crowd, with some staying up all night from the previous evening, and was a huge success. Variety shows by personalities, magic performances, and stages featuring popular idols were showcased, creating a flagship movement that continues to bring CBC Radio and listeners together.

The Sunday Dragons support program "Sunday Dragons" began broadcasting on October 2. Originating from "Evening Newspaper Dragons", which started after the Dragons' championship win the previous year, it continues to energize the region with fans, changing broadcast times, style, and MCs.

J. Nicolaus appeared at the 25th Chunichi Crowns tournament.

On its 35th anniversary, a 35‑hour live radio broadcast was conducted.

In April, a weekday late‑night news slot was introduced and broadcast as "CBC Information Desk" (11:45 p.m.–12:30 a.m.). It incorporated a live feed from Chūnichi Shimbun, where the morning edition was produced, and the desk presented the next day’s newspaper. In September it was renamed "Goodnight News Wide" and continued to challenge the demand for late‑night information.

Masashi Ozaki of the Chunichi Crowns wins his first title.

In the height of the bubble era in 1988, CBC launched its first full‑fledged late‑night variety show. It quickly enlisted up‑and‑coming comedians such as Downtown, Uchan Nanchan, Bakusho Mondai, Kōji Imai, and Koji Higashino. The show combined manzai and skits with musical performances, and added a touch of sensuality in the variety program "Day Break". "Tenamoya WARS" filmed on a running subway, and the bilingual program "BAD TUNING", which followed an American broadcaster into Japan’s deeper side, were other experimental shows that took a serious approach to absurd concepts. Even today, many risky topics that cannot be written here were featured, and the bubble‑era enthusiasm electrified late‑night TV.

After the magic number "25" lit up on August 31, the Chunichi Dragons won the championship by defeating Yakult on October 7. It was their first title under Manager Hoshino. From the early morning the next day, special championship programs were broadcast on both television and radio.

An FM station was established for an event celebrating the 100th anniversary of Nagoya City. In an era when only the English‑DJ radio "FEN" for the U.S. forces in Japan existed, jingles were ordered from America and a DJ was brought in from New York. Every weekend, fans crowded in front of the studio, creating a disco‑like atmosphere and generating great enthusiasm.

In 1989, CBC had a record 42 announcers. A remarkably rare group photo was taken with everyone together. In the back row was announcer Seiji Kuno, on the far right was announcer Kohori. In the front row, the youthful appearance of announcer Mizubun can also be seen.

The first station character of CBC, "Uchū Bōya", was born on "Heart in the Air".

The legendary program "Mix Pie Please", which energized CBC’s evenings, started on March 26 (weekday 5–6 p.m.). While announcer Katsuaki Kobori delivered light‑hearted talk, the show also reported news such as the Gulf War, the "Aum" incident, and the Hanshin earthquake, adapting to the times, and rose to become a flagship program.

From the 1991 program "Shōka Rūn Desu", a series featuring Koji Imada and Kōji Higashino began.

Established the company 'CBC Vision Co., Ltd.'

All assistants appeared in the 500th‑episode celebration of "Sunday Dragons".

"Koji Imada and Kōji Higashino's Blood Rages" ended.

"Tsuboi Norio's The More You Listen, The More You Hear", covering topics from politics and economics to everyday subjects and even risqué content, began broadcasting on October 4.

The boxing match "Yakushiji vs. Tatsuyoshi" averaged a 52.2% rating in the Nagoya region.

The program "Kōmi no Rutsubo" (9:25–10:20 a.m., later "Kōmi no Live Rutsubo") established a style of delivering local information on Saturday mornings through a mix of live broadcasts and VTRs.

The first LaTe common campaign "Dela Sosol (Dela Sosol) CBC". The CM song used jointly on radio and TV was composed by Tokyo Banana Boys, and the animation was produced by illustrator Hideyuki Tanaka. The campaign ran for one year and won the Best Award in the First‑Class Category of the All‑Japanese Commercial Awards.

The campaign "Pakka Uke CBC" gave birth to "Pakka Bashōsuke".

Launch of the company's official website.

Nagoya Dome, completed in March of that year.

Television broadcasts also switched to the dome starting with the Chukyo match on April 6.

On September 28, the large‑scale quiz tournament "Chō Q IN DOME" was held. From over 90,000 applicants, 20,000 were selected to record in the dome, and the recording lasted five hours.

Tsurubei and a renowned actress collide in ad‑libbing; "Sujinashi" begins broadcasting.

The local late‑night program "Sujinashi" is a variety show where comedian Tsurube Shōfukutei and a different guest each time attempt improvised performances without a pre‑written script.

The CBC Broadcasting Center, located south of the current CBC Hall, was completed and began operation in November. It was designed to consolidate functions with an eye toward broadcasting digitalization, and in 2015 an additional wing was added to the southeast corner.

"Yugatta! CBC" began broadcasting. It merged the highly popular evening slot that had gained a solid reputation through "Mix Spy Please" and "CBC News Wide," creating a two‑hour block that also included national news, airing weekdays from 4:50 PM to 6:55 PM. This was a challenge in response to the widening of evening information programs across the country.

The program ran until 1999.

In 1999, the show focused on the four daughters (average age 80) at Ginsan's home, producing the documentary "Engawa" that highlighted casual conversations, and received numerous awards including the Agency for Cultural Affairs Art Festival.

Season 1 of "Kids War ~Zakenna Yo~," the 23rd production by CBC in TBS's "Drama 30" slot, premiered on August 2. The series achieved an unusual hit in that slot and later had a special program during Golden Prime Time. It continues to be intermittently streamed on platforms like TVer, supported by a loyal fan base.

It returned as a late‑night program with "Nappas" from October 1999, and continued until "Nobunaga" and "Honno Z" (ended March 2020).

As the first step toward fully embracing the digital age and building a new business model, the "CBC Digital Center" was established. It promoted ventures beyond broadcasting, such as strengthening the website, experimenting with data broadcasts, expanding internet businesses, and launching a mobile device site. The domain "hicbc.com" also began here.

50th anniversary: new catchphrase "At (Atto) Iwa Suru. CBC".

On September 11, 2000, the "Tokai Heavy Rain" caused severe damage in the Tokai region. CBC formed a special program team from that evening and mobilized all efforts for information gathering and on‑site reporting. They covered the flooded shelters and river breach sites daily, and on October 9, they aired a special program commemorating one month since the event.

The signature corner of "Nobunaga," where Wacky played word chain with locals and place names while traveling. Over 3 years and 10 months, 304 days, 502 locations, and 247,000 kilometers of travel across Japan. It was broadcast on 22 stations nationwide, and also released as books and DVDs, becoming a beloved企画.

In April 2001, the live wide program "Hare♡Doki Doki Hare" began broadcasting on Saturday mornings to afternoons. Aiming to be the television version of a live radio wide, it was welcomed as a long‑duration wide that included light‑hearted banter between hosts such as Eiji Itando and announcers, as well as news and live shopping.

In July 2001, the day before the House of Councillors election under the Kōizumi whirlwind, CBC launched a new character election. After a fierce contest, on September 1 the soothing character "Shibi Shidazo" was elected for the first time. The election introduced mobile phone voting as an interactive experiment in the digital age, garnering support from many, especially younger generations.

In April 2002, "Good Day CBC" launched as a local zone within the weekday morning nationwide information program "Good Morning! Good Day". The third‑year employee of the main MC, announcer Ryoji Ishii, was appointed, and under the production policy of "raising it to a household‑wives idol", the program aimed to grow with a flexible format alongside the announcers.

Renamed to 'Techno Vision Co., Ltd.'

At 11 a.m. on December 1, 2003, terrestrial digital broadcasting, featuring high‑definition video and data transmission, began. A special program "Digital Broadcasting Festival" was aired to build excitement. Consequently, the transmission facility moved from Nagoya City’s TV tower (now Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER), which had been broadcasting since 1961, to Seto City’s Seto Digital Tower.

Release of the film "ULTRAMAN".

Alongside the nationwide broadcast of the TV series "Ultraman Nexus" (Saturday 7:30–8:00 a.m.), CBC invested in the production of the film "ULTRAMAN". CBC’s entry into the film business dates back to the 1983 release of "Aiko Jūroku-sai". This initiative, linking theatrical release with television broadcast, marked the start of a full‑scale expansion into IP and content business.

From the 2002 campaign "Sing Together! CBC Radio", hit songs such as "Namida Sōsō" by Rimi Natsukawa and "Jupiter" by Ayaka Hirahara were born. In 2004, "FREE LIVE!" was held, connecting six venues across the city, and continued for five years as a seven‑hour live radio event.

Since its broadcast debut in 1967, "Tensai Quiz", beloved by children in the Tokai region, concluded a 37‑year history. On September 25, the "100‑School Final Showdown Special" was aired, generating a great buzz with many participants. Since 2023, it has been airing irregularly as "New Tensai Quiz".

During the "Love Earth Expo", CBC co-operated with ZIP-FM to run an official FM station. It launched on February 25, 2005, a month before the expo, providing venue news and traffic information. It also attracted attention for being the first nationwide radio station to file and transmit music and commercials via server. On the final day, September 25, LOVE PSYCHEDELICO performed at the "Farewell Party" stage.

From March 25 to September 25, the "Love Earth Expo" featured the pavilion "Dreaming Mountain" in collaboration with seven companies including Chūnichi Shimbun. Additionally, weekday mornings hosted "All Around the Expo", which was broadcast live daily from the Nagakute venue.

The evening news and information program was revamped, launching "Ippou". Emphasizing the "first report" that delivers news promptly, the program name reflects the desire to get even a step closer to viewers' perspectives, aiming to become the region's top news program.

Promoting the new TV culture "One Seg" via mobile phones.

Birth of the character "Koron-chan".

The Chunichi Dragons, despite finishing second in the league, won the Climax Series and went on to become Japan's champions for the first time in 53 years. CBC broadcast the Japan Series and produced and released a commemorative DVD, "Chunichi Dragons Japan Champions Commemorative Disc: Emotional Journey 2007." The DVD topped the Oricon weekly ranking for the highest sales of any baseball‑related DVD at the time. It generated such a response that pirated copies circulated in China.

The culmination of previous Saturday morning information programs is the ongoing "Naruhodo Presenter! Hanasaka Times." The duo of Higashikihiro and Tomokuni has firmly established themselves as the weekend face. Reporters appearing in the studio and on VTR included glamorous personalities such as Harisenbon, Naomi Watanabe, and Yuriyan Returiva!

The 'Caterie Music' program, provided by Matsuzakaya, was a long-running show that aired for 43 years (a total of 15,261 episodes) until 2008.

From April 2009, it began regular broadcasts on TBS, held "Theater Sujinashi" at Tokyo's Kinokuniya Hall, and released a DVD series, leaving a significant mark beyond the late‑night slot.

On the final day of the 51st Chunichi Crowns (Nagoya Golf Club Wago Course), 18‑year‑old Ryo Ishikawa performed an astonishing birdie rush. Starting from 18th place, six strokes behind the leader, he recorded birdies on 7 of the first 9 holes, reaching 28. In the second half, he added 5 more birdies for a total of 12. His score of 58 set a new record for the fewest strokes in a major tour event, securing a historic comeback victory. This achievement is one of the most record‑filled feats in Chunichi Crowns history, being the youngest champion, largest comeback, and most birdies in a single round.

60th anniversary catchphrase: "Rokoko-ro".

After Ginsan's passing in 2010, the sequel "Engawa ~Spring of the 18th Year" won the Japan Private Broadcasting Federation Award for Best, earning high praise throughout the series.

Contracted to produce programs for CBC Radio.

A new radio station in the Chukyo region joined the service "radiko," which streams terrestrial radio broadcasts over the internet. radiko launched area‑free (paid service) in 2014 and time‑free listening service in 2016, becoming a vital infrastructure next to broadcast waves.

At noon on July 24, 2011, CBC Television's terrestrial analog broadcast ended. At 23:59 that same day, it ceased transmission entirely, marking the end of analog broadcasting that had operated for more than half a century since the station's launch in 1956. Television broadcasting fully transitioned to terrestrial digital broadcasting.

Renamed to 'CBC Radio Co., Ltd.'

Established the Nagoya Regional Sales Department.

Unified campaign: "Pittac. CBC".

Contracted to handle CBC Radio's Tokyo regional sales operations.

"Gogosuma," a local information program launched at 2–3 PM, started as a lifestyle show for the three Tokai prefectures but has now become CBC's flagship program, delivering the "now" nationwide with lively commentators.

The radio business of Chubu Nippon Broadcasting was succeeded by "CBC Radio Co., Ltd."

Acquired the broadcasting license from Chubu Nippon Broadcasting.

Chubu Nippon Broadcasting became the fifth certified broadcasting holding company nationwide. The television broadcasting business was transferred to the newly established "CBC Television Co., Ltd.," and the TV broadcast call sign was changed to "JOGX‑DTV."

As a measure against urban hearing loss, CBC Radio started FM supplementary broadcasts (93.7 MHz, Wide FM). It covers the Nagoya area from the Mikuni Mountain FM station in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture.

"Gogosuma" began airing on TBS Television; the first episode included aerial footage of Nagoya Castle.

Later, in 2015, an additional wing was added to the southeast corner.

CBC Television planned and hosted the nationwide touring exhibition commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Meiji era, titled "Royal Culture Unfolding — The Arts and Beauty of the Meiji Court." The Tokugawa Museum, the first venue, was visited by the then Crown Prince, who is now the current Emperor. This was the second time CBC produced a royal-related exhibition after the 2011 "Elegance of the Court."

June 9, a day cherished by the program, was designated as "Tsuboi Nori O Memorial Day" in 2018, marking its 25th anniversary of broadcasting.

The 4 p.m. drama rebroadcast schedule was significantly changed to enhance local information programs. Starting April 1, "Chant!" occupies a three-hour slot from 4 p.m., interspersed with national news, and will produce its own content continuously for five hours from "Gogosuma."

Television programs during the COVID-19 pandemic are mindful of social distancing.

70th anniversary campaign "Excitement for the Future."

"Honno Z" (ended March 2020).

After that, following the launch of "Wide FM", the service ended on January 10, 2021.

"Kewpie 3-Minute Cooking" celebrates its 60th anniversary of broadcast.

After 11 years, the regular local program "Ota × Ishii's Deraraba" returns to prime time. Since their one-off appearance in 2021, the well-synced duo of Mitsuru Ota and Ryoji Ishii have delved into the Tokai region, showcasing trending spots, local businesses, and flagship products they previously didn't know about.

"Tensai Quiz", which ended regular broadcasts in 2004, has returned as "New Tensai Quiz" since 2023. The familiar Genius Doctor poses the questions. Elementary school students' enthusiastic challenges await at CBC Hall!

The birth of "Share Share".

Project members within the company drafted CBC's brand message. The message is grounded in CBC's "Code of Conduct": "Seek truth and freedom", "Live by creating value", and "Uphold cooperation and responsibility". It expresses the determination to carry this spirit into the future and remain a company that embraces challenge and change.

"Gogosuma", which began broadcasting on TBS Television in March 2015, has expanded its network stations annually. In March 2025, it started airing on Yamagata Prefecture's TV Yū Yamagata, its 25th network station.

After 17 years, CBC Television hosted the station event "5-Chan Spring Festival" from March 19–23 at Sakae and Kuya Odori Park. The festival featured gourmet foods, limited merchandise, and stage events related to each program, drawing great crowds. The event included live broadcasts and recordings, allowing attendees to experience the TV studio atmosphere, and also featured a karaoke stage hosted by announcers.