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Akita Television

A commercial television broadcaster in Akita Prefecture, Japan, and a local affiliate of the Fuji Television network.

Last updated August 25, 2026

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Overview

Akita Television is a commercial television broadcaster based in Akita City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. It began broadcasting in 1969 and primarily serves viewers within Akita Prefecture. The station operates as a local affiliate of the Fuji News Network (FNN) and Fuji Network System (FNS), carrying network-supplied news, dramas, variety programs and other content while also producing local news and information programming for its regional audience. As a prefectural commercial broadcaster, its brand presence is concentrated mainly in the Akita media market.

History

Akita Television was established in Akita Prefecture, Japan, and began commercial television broadcasting in 1969. Since its launch, the station has focused on serving viewers in Akita Prefecture through a combination of local news and information programming and network-supplied content. It is affiliated with the Fuji News Network (FNN) and Fuji Network System (FNS), giving it a role as both a regional broadcaster and a local affiliate carrying Fuji network programming. The available material is insufficient to provide a reliable detailed account of its successive executives, ownership changes or individual program history.

  • 1969
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Products and positioning

  • 1969

    Terrestrial television broadcasting

    Commercial terrestrial television broadcasting for Akita Prefecture, combining locally produced news and information programs with programming supplied through the Fuji Television network.

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