

TV series
The Backyard
2022–, Japanese, on NHK Educational TV & NHK. Created by Tomoya Nakamura.
The show offers a unique perspective on museums, art galleries, botanical gardens, zoos... by delving into the behind-the-scenes areas hidden from regular visitors.
- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes
- 130
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Still running
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Latest episode
S5 E26: Episode 26
Aired 28 October 2026
Seasons 5
Details
- First aired
- 15 February 2022
- Network
- NHK Educational TV, NHK
- Original title
- ザ・バックヤード 知の迷宮の裏側探訪
- Language
- Japanese
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Documentary
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The Backyard: quick answers
Is The Backyard worth watching?
The Backyard doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The Backyard are there?
The Backyard has 5 seasons and 130 episodes.
Is The Backyard finished?
The Backyard is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is The Backyard on?
The Backyard isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The Backyard parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Backyard yet.
What shows are like The Backyard?
If you liked The Backyard, try NOVA, Marvel Studios Assembled, The Last Dance.
Who created The Backyard?
The Backyard was created by Tomoya Nakamura and stars Tomoya Nakamura.
