(Programs are subject to change, without notice. For updated information, call 847–2021.)
KIKU-TV Programs
“Once Upon A Kiss,“ premieres Thursday, Sept. 3, at 4 p.m.; Monday through Friday at 4 p.m.
Prince and Ella, childhood friends and offspring of one-time sweethearts who had married someone else from a feuding family, re-connect as teens.
Can they overcome their kin’s messy history with the other clan, to rekindle their feelings?
“Seven Detectives 1,“ premieres Saturday, Sept. 26, at 8 p.m.
Once with the lost-and-found center of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Yu is re-assigned to section #12 of the 1st Investigation Division, a “career grave” for brilliant, but hard-to-work-with, detectives expelled from other units.
The detectives often argue among each other, but, it turns out, often cooperate as well, to solve tough cases.
“Kuru Kuru Japan,” Monday through Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Delicious foods of Japan. Cultured salmon in Tottori, bonito cuisine in Kagoshima and more!
“Soko ga Japan,” Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m.; re-airs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at noon.
Sequel to “Soko ga Shiritai” takes you on a Japanese journey, highlighting foods and places that define the country.
“Oyaji no Senaka,“ Monday at 8 p.m.; repeats Tuesday at 1 p.m.
A nine-part drama written by different scriptwriters on the topic of fathers’ relationships with their sons and daughters.
“Kapuso Mo,“ Tuesday and Wednesday at 4 p.m., until Sept. 2.
A news magazine hosted by Jessica Soho who explores current events, pop culture, food, celebrities, health and trends.
“Kirin ga Kuru,“ Wednesday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 7 p.m.; repeats Tuesday at 8 p.m.
Sengoku era historical drama on Mitsuhide Akechi, the general who assassinates Japan’s unifier Nobunaga Oda.
“KIKU Mystery Theatre,“ Wednesday at 7 p.m.; re-airs Thursday at noon.
The best murder, mystery and intrigue on Wednesday eve!
“Seven Detectives 2,” Thursday at 8 p.m.; re-airs Friday at 1 p.m.
Detectives of Division 12 of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department are known to be difficult. Though each displays his idiosyncrasies, they all unite to solve challenging cases.
“Lone Wolf With Cub 3,” Friday at 8 p.m.; repeats Saturday at 7 p.m.
Season three follows the Shogun’s executioner Ogami Itto. Traveling with his son as paid assassins, he wreaks revenge on mortal enemy Yagyu Retsudo and hisYagyu clan.
“You’re My Home,” Saturday at 5 p.m.
The Fontanilla family’s happy life unravels when the parents bring an unsolved homicide to justice but leave household and childcare duties to young daughter Grace.
But Grace rebels, leaving youngest brother Vince without supervision. When the parents return, Vince is missing. Will the family reunite?
“Since I Found You,“ Saturday at 6 p.m.; re-airs Sunday at 5 p.m.
The successful, 40-year-old CEO of a construction company, Nathan Capistrano, had grown up poor. But he tackled life’s obstacles with a ruthless, uncompromising attitude. Now wealthy, Nathan finds life at the top lonely and frustrating. One day, he meets Dani, a spunky, outspoken 20-something, whom he views as a kindred spirit. Is it too good to be true?
“Homicide Team 9,” Saturday at 8 p.m., until Sept. 19.
Members of this elite investigative team, unique individuals with their own issues, are united by a strong sense of justice. Each member channels his unique skills to solve hard cases.
“Jazz Alley TV,“ Saturday at 9 p.m. (Sept. 26 9:30 a.m.).
Founded by Maui’s Ken Martinez Burgmaier, this series featured jazz and regional music since 1992. This month’s shows: the 1999 European Jazz Festival, 2003 Big Isle Slack Key Festival, 1997 St. Lucia Jazz Festival and 1996 Maui Music Festival.
“When I Need You,” Sunday at 6 p.m.
Cecilia had once believed in love, but her father’s betrayal of her mother left her jaded. Her lover Leandro gives her faith again, but he also cheats with another woman. Cecilia raises their two daughters alone, but one day, Leandro reappears. Now eight years later, the successful ex-lover vows to support his family and wishes to rejoin them. Although her daughters welcome him, Cecilia cannot as easily forgive. Will she ever accept Leandro? Should she?
“Oishii Gohan,“ Sunday at 8 p.m.; repeats Monday at noon.
Ritsu, the oldest of three children, must take care of his siblings when his sick mother is hospitalized. He discovers the wonderful world of cooking…but then learns he is adopted.
“Iryu 2,” Sunday at 9 p.m.; re-airs Monday at 1 p.m.
Ryutaro Asada battles against Japan’s medical system. Mismanagement forces many hospitals to find ways to merge, consolidate, condense or face bankruptcy. Profit over patient care becomes the new mantra under which doctors must live.
