Setonaikai Broadcasting

Setonaikai Broadcasting, also known as KBS, is a privately owned company headquartered in Japan, operating as a tier 2 media tech buyer specializing in broadcast television and radio. Founded in 1967, it employs approximately 150 individuals and reported $69.5M in revenue as of 2023. The company serves the Okayama and Kagawa prefectures in the Seto Inland Sea region of Japan. An affiliate of the TV Asahi (ANN) Network, it focuses on "Setouchi" regionalism, providing coverage of local industries, the Setouchi Triennale (art festival), and disaster prevention. As of 2026, the station functions as a "Regional Innovation Hub," integrating high-definition 4K broadcasting with advanced mobile apps, "Smart City" connectivity, and localized e-commerce.