1973 in Japanese television

Events in 1973 in Japanese television.

Ongoing shows

 * Music Fair, music (1964-present)
 * Mito Kōmon, jidaigeki (1969-2011)
 * Sazae-san, anime (1969-present)
 * Ōedo Sōsamō, jidaigeki (1970-1984)
 * Ōoka Echizen, jidaigeki (1970-1999)
 * Sasuga no Sarutobi, anime (1972-1974)
 * Star Tanjō!, talent (1971-1983)
 * Dokonjō Gaeru, anime (1972–1974)
 * Mazinger Z, anime (1972–1974)
 * Science Ninja Team Gatchaman, anime (1972–1974)