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J-MELO (2005 - 2024)

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J-MELO is a weekly Japanese music television program broadcast by NHK. It is recorded entirely in the English language. It began broadcasting on October 7, 2005. The program is available on NHK's World Service television station, Radio Japan, Digital Educational TV and on its Domestic General Channel.

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Is J-MELO Still Airing ?
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Yes, the show is still airing.
How Many Seasons and Episodes Does J-MELO Have? 20 Season / 486 Episode

Seasons & Episodes Guide - Complete Episode List by Season

Season 1 (2005)
Season 2 (2006)
Season 3 (2007)
Season 4 (2008)
Season 5
Season 6
Season 7
Season 8
Season 9
Season 10
Season 11
Season 12
Season 13
Season 14
Season 15
Season 16
Season 17
Season 18
Season 19
Season 20
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