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The Hoso Bunka Foundation. (HBF), is an independent non-profit organization that, as its name Hoso Bunka or Broadcast-Culture implies, aims to promote the cultural and technological development of broadcasting. It was established by Japan's public service broadcaster, NHK-Japan Broadcasting Corporation, in February 1974 with an endowment of ¥12 billion (¥12,000,000,000).

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New President’s Message by Hiroshi Shiono (2011.7.20)
As of June 10, 2011, Mr. Hiroshi Shiono has assumed the post of president of the Hoso Bunka Foundation.

The ABU's annual meetings was held in Tokyo from Oct.15 to 20. (2010.11.22)
HBF General Managing Director, Susumu Tanimura attended the programme committee held on Oct 15 and made presentation to the ABU.


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