noun
popular program; hit show
Refers to a TV or radio program that enjoys high viewership or ratings. Often used in media contexts.
この人気番組は毎週金曜日に放送される。
This popular program is broadcast every Friday.
彼は人気番組の司会者として有名になった。
He became famous as the host of a hit show.
Compound of 人気 (にんき, 'popularity') and 番組 (ばんぐみ, 'program').