NHK World – Japan (HD)

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Ayu - Treasures of the River.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Vivi Lin is the founder of The Period Museum in Taipei. She aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending "senior school," a new initiative to encourage social integration.

This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento. Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

A shoe repair shop in Yokohama. Owner Murakami Rui repairs badly damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

A Ghanaian entrepreneur and resident of Japan launched an online radio station as a way of giving back to the community. The project is inspiring some young Africans to pursue their own dreams.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

DeepL is highly evaluated by users worldwide for its very accurate AI translations. How can the development of AI help to solve the issues in modern society and how should we interact with it?

The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending "senior school," a new initiative to encourage social integration.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Vivi Lin is the founder of The Period Museum in Taipei. She aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento. Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

A shoe repair shop in Yokohama. Owner Murakami Rui repairs badly damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending "senior school," a new initiative to encourage social integration.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Vivi Lin is the founder of The Period Museum in Taipei. She aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento. Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

A shoe repair shop in Yokohama. Owner Murakami Rui repairs badly damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

DeepL is highly evaluated by users worldwide for its very accurate AI translations. How can the development of AI help to solve the issues in modern society and how should we interact with it?

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs. We introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower-back pain utilizing the characteristics of fascia.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending "senior school," a new initiative to encourage social integration.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento. Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

A shoe repair shop in Yokohama. Owner Murakami Rui repairs badly damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A Ghanaian entrepreneur and resident of Japan launched an online radio station as a way of giving back to the community. The project is inspiring some young Africans to pursue their own dreams.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Dogu.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu - known as the "king of goldfish" - can cost millions of yen. In a 5-minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe, with a deep flavor provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth. Discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of Japan.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of high-rises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometric-patterned walls; white, metallic roof tiles; and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: correction tape & water filter media.

The 2011 Tohoku earthquake brought unprecedented damage. It also caused ongoing dramatic swaying in skyscrapers hundreds of kilometers away. We'll find out why and how the problem is being addressed.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Do your best! No.153 March".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of high-rises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: correction tape & water filter media.

The 2011 Tohoku earthquake brought unprecedented damage. It also caused ongoing dramatic swaying in skyscrapers hundreds of kilometers away. We'll find out why and how the problem is being addressed.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Do your best! No.153 March".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometric-patterned walls; white, metallic roof tiles; and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of high-rises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives he's made brighter.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle "ga," followed by adjectives like "itai," meaning painful, and finally "n desu.".

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometric-patterned walls; white, metallic roof tiles; and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of high-rises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives he's made brighter.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle "ga," followed by adjectives like "itai," meaning painful, and finally "n desu.".

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometric-patterned walls; white, metallic roof tiles; and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. What's behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Symptoms of Tourette syndrome include vocal and motor tics and there is currently no known cure. We follow young people who have struggled to fit into society and make their dreams come true.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-14.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu - known as the "king of goldfish" - can cost millions of yen. In a 5-minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Anime titan Maruyama Masao is behind hits like Ninja Scroll, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, In This Corner of the World, and PLUTO. The legendary producer continues to lead the industry, even at 82.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Mayfair, a luxurious district in London, preserves the quintessence of British high tradition. Regarded as the city's most prestigious and desirous locale, it's beloved by the upper class and royalty.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives he's made brighter.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle "ga," followed by adjectives like "itai," meaning painful, and finally "n desu.".

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. What's behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Symptoms of Tourette syndrome include vocal and motor tics and there is currently no known cure. We follow young people who have struggled to fit into society and make their dreams come true.

Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus.").

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-14.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu - known as the "king of goldfish" - can cost millions of yen. In a 5-minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives he's made brighter.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle "ga," followed by adjectives like "itai," meaning painful, and finally "n desu.".

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Anime titan Maruyama Masao is behind hits like Ninja Scroll, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, In This Corner of the World, and PLUTO. The legendary producer continues to lead the industry, even at 82.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Mayfair, a luxurious district in London, preserves the quintessence of British high tradition. Regarded as the city's most prestigious and desirous locale, it's beloved by the upper class and royalty.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. What's behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Symptoms of Tourette syndrome include vocal and motor tics and there is currently no known cure. We follow young people who have struggled to fit into society and make their dreams come true.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Anime titan Maruyama Masao is behind hits like Ninja Scroll, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, In This Corner of the World, and PLUTO. The legendary producer continues to lead the industry, even at 82.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week: Kyoto-based four-piece rock band mol-74; and Momoiro Clover Z member Tamai Shiori, who launched a parallel solo career in January last year.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Do your best! No.153 March".