Nippon TV
The site of Nippon Television Network with programs, news and the Hulu Japan link.
Nippon TV at a glance
Nippon TV is an entertainment & streaming website and one of the most visited sites in Japan, currently ranked #67 in the country. It was founded in 1953 by Matsutaro Shoriki and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Today Nippon TV is owned by Nippon Television Holdings. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 135 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through tv advertising, content licensing, streaming. Its closest rivals include tbs.co.jp, fujitv.co.jp, tv-asahi.co.jp.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 127 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 131 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 135 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 143 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct63%
- Organic search21%
- Social8%
- Referral5%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men54%
- Women46%
- Age 18-2428%
- Age 25-3429%
- Age 35-4421%
The audience is concentrated in Japan, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Japan86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 40.5 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Japan
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| nippon tv | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| watch online | Top 10 | High | — |
| live stream | Top 10 | High | — |
| subscription price | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Japan web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 74% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading entertainment & streaming apps in Japan
Company information
- Website
- ntv.co.jp
- Sector
- Entertainment & Streaming
- Owner
- Nippon Television Holdings
- Owner type
- Public company
- Founders
- Matsutaro Shoriki
- Founded
- 1953
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Employees
- 3,000+
- Ownership
- Nippon Television Holdings controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $3.5 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- Japanese
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $3.5 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Public company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Nippon TV operates an entertainment and streaming service focused on Japan. The site of Nippon Television Network with programs, news and the Hulu Japan link. Revenue comes mainly from tv advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- TV advertising
- Content licensing
- Streaming
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- Japan
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Japan)
- #67 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading entertainment & streaming site in Japan
- Global rank
- 1000
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| tbs.co.jp | ≈ 81 million / month | #68 class competitor | — |
| fujitv.co.jp | ≈ 60.7 million / month | #69 class competitor | — |
| tv-asahi.co.jp | ≈ 40.5 million / month | #70 class competitor | — |
What is Nippon TV?
Nippon TV (ntv.co.jp) is an entertainment and streaming service serving users in Japan. The site of Nippon Television Network with programs, news and the Hulu Japan link. It ranks #67 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the entertainment & streaming category.
Who owns Nippon TV?
The site is operated by Nippon Television Holdings, founded by Matsutaro Shoriki. The company was established in 1953 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It employs around 3,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Nippon TV at roughly 135 million visits per month, about 4.5 million per day. Around 74% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 6.9 pages per visit with an average session of 14 min.
How Nippon TV makes money
Revenue comes primarily from tv advertising, alongside content licensing, streaming.
Competitors in Japan
Its closest rivals include tbs.co.jp, fujitv.co.jp, tv-asahi.co.jp.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 1953
Nippon TV is founded in Tokyo, Japan.
- Growth phase
Expands its entertainment & streaming offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #67 among the most visited websites in Japan.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Large local content library
- Live sports or exclusive originals
- Works across mobile, web and TV apps
- Affordable local pricing tiers
Cons
- Content rotates out of the catalogue
- Ad-supported tier interrupts playback
- Rights restrictions limit some titles
- Streaming quality varies on weak connections
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Nippon TV?
Nippon TV is operated by Nippon Television Holdings. Public company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Nippon TV headquartered?
Nippon TV is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
When was Nippon TV founded?
Nippon TV was founded in 1953 by Matsutaro Shoriki.
How many employees does Nippon TV have?
Nippon TV employs approximately 3,000+ people.
What is Nippon TV's revenue?
Nippon TV's revenue: ≈ $3.5 billion annual revenue (est.).
Who are Nippon TV's competitors?
Main competitors in Japan include tbs.co.jp, fujitv.co.jp, tv-asahi.co.jp.
How does Nippon TV make money?
Mainly tv advertising, content licensing, streaming.
Is Nippon TV publicly traded?
Nippon TV's ownership: Public company.
How many visitors does Nippon TV get?
Third-party estimates place Nippon TV at roughly 135 million visits per month, mostly from Japan, with 74% mobile traffic.
Is Nippon TV safe?
Nippon TV is an established entertainment & streaming site founded in 1953 and ranked #67 in Japan; use the official domain ntv.co.jp and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsntv.co.jp
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageJapan and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos