Yamanashi Broadcasting System
Both stations serve Yamanashi Prefecture with its studios and headquarters being located in the Shinkonya District of Kōfu.[1]: 58 On December 1, 1956, Radio Yamanashi opened the Fujiyoshida relay station, greatly expanding its coverage.[1]: 66 Radio Yamanashi applied to the Ministry of Postal Affairs to establish a television station on July 24, 1956.[1]: 69 On October 22, 1957, Radio Yamanashi obtained a preliminary television license, with the frequency being channel 5.[1]: 71 On November 13, 1959, Radio Yamanashi launched a TV test signal and began trial broadcasting on December 13.