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Nippon Television controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2000

    Audience-rating survey bribery

    Employees of Nippon Television bribed households included in audience surveys in an attempt to increase reported ratings, with the incident especially affecting baseball figures. The scandal led to reputational damage and intensified competition from rival networks.