On October 28, 2025, students from Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute went on a field trip to the NHK Broadcasting Museum.
As the world’s first museum dedicated to broadcasting, it houses more than 30,000 valuable exhibits, offering visitors a fascinating look into the history and mechanisms of broadcasting.
One of the highlights for the students was the Broadcast Experience Studio.
There, they could step into the roles of news anchors or weather forecasters, or even enter virtual video scenes using a green screen — an experience that proved especially popular.
Sitting in the anchor’s chair and facing professional cameras and lighting equipment, students had a glimpse behind the scenes of the news programs they usually watch on TV. Their excited smiles said it all.
At another corner, students experimented with the green screen by holding a blue cloth in front of them to make parts of their bodies “disappear” on the monitor, a simple yet magical moment that filled the room with laughter.
In the sound effects section, they learned how the sound effects often used in films and dramas are created, and even had the chance to reproduce them themselves.
Students were fascinated by the creativity behind each sound, enthusiastically trying out different effects.
Another popular attraction allowed visitors to virtually try on costumes actually worn by main characters in NHK’s historical dramas and morning TV series.
As the visit came to an end, the afternoon sun began to shine warmly, and the students made their way to the nearby Atago Shrine.
They climbed the steep stone steps known as the “Stairs of Success,” catching their breath at the top before taking commemorative photos in front of the bright vermilion gate and watching koi fish swim peacefully in the pond.
The “Maneki-ishi,” or “beckoning stone,” which is said to bring good fortune when touched, also drew much attention.
Some students even rubbed it while wishing for success in their stock investments, filling the area with cheerful laughter.
After exploring the history of broadcasting and finding calm in the quiet of the shrine, the students ended the day with full hearts.
We hope this day remains a warm and lasting memory for them.
