NHK World – Japan (HD) The final year of WWII. Germany and Japan are locked in their wars of attrition, and the Allied powers are driven to the brink. Humanity opens the gates of hell. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Japanese cinema in-depth! The latest info on the best of Japanese cinema, from blockbuster to indie, stars, film festivals, interviews, and insights! 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 2026-07-26 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 1-17. 2026-07-26 Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts. 2026-07-26 Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Detective Conan, a mystery loved for over 30 years. Discover the manga's appeal, the studio behind the anime, how mysteries become animation, and the meetings that lead to the original stories. 2026-07-26 Among Mee's friends, there's a popular game where you sneak up and squeeze your friends' butts. When someone does it to Mee, Mee shivers and feels weird. Papa says "That's your Inner Alarm's alert.". 2026-07-26 Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An "Assemble" special episode. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. 2026-07-26 A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 25, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-26 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Care worker Kodama Takehiro runs a Saturday-only cafe with just one meal on the menu, bringing people from all walks of life together. 2026-07-26 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 2026-07-26 Today: reporting to a superior that a coworker is ill. Tran Dinh Thang works at a construction firm in Kanagawa. In a roleplay challenge, he must report to a superior that a coworker has become ill. 2026-07-26 Branches from trees culled to thin the forest, once of no value, are the ideal material for Ishibashi Tetsushi. Extracting the essential oils, he transforms them into forest fragrances and hand soaps. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 A look at the history of Nihon Hidankyo - the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations - from the group's inception to its reception of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. 2026-07-26 A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN will broadcast GRAND SUMO July Tournament Day 15 action live from Nagoya, as top wrestlers have their fifteenth bouts of the 15-day contest. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Detective Conan, a mystery loved for over 30 years. Discover the manga's appeal, the studio behind the anime, how mysteries become animation, and the meetings that lead to the original stories. 2026-07-26 Among Mee's friends, there's a popular game where you sneak up and squeeze your friends' butts. When someone does it to Mee, Mee shivers and feels weird. Papa says "That's your Inner Alarm's alert.". 2026-07-26 Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An "Assemble" special episode. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 2026-07-26 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 1-17. 2026-07-26 Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts. 2026-07-26 Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Care worker Kodama Takehiro runs a Saturday-only cafe with just one meal on the menu, bringing people from all walks of life together. 2026-07-26 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 2026-07-26 Today: reporting to a superior that a coworker is ill. Tran Dinh Thang works at a construction firm in Kanagawa. In a roleplay challenge, he must report to a superior that a coworker has become ill. 2026-07-26 Branches from trees culled to thin the forest, once of no value, are the ideal material for Ishibashi Tetsushi. Extracting the essential oils, he transforms them into forest fragrances and hand soaps. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 A look at the history of Nihon Hidankyo - the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations - from the group's inception to its reception of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Japanese cinema in-depth! The latest info on the best of Japanese cinema, from blockbuster to indie, stars, film festivals, interviews, and insights! 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Detective Conan, a mystery loved for over 30 years. Discover the manga's appeal, the studio behind the anime, how mysteries become animation, and the meetings that lead to the original stories. 2026-07-26 Among Mee's friends, there's a popular game where you sneak up and squeeze your friends' butts. When someone does it to Mee, Mee shivers and feels weird. Papa says "That's your Inner Alarm's alert.". 2026-07-26 Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An "Assemble" special episode. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 2026-07-26 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 1-17. 2026-07-26 Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts. 2026-07-26 Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. 2026-07-26 A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Care worker Kodama Takehiro runs a Saturday-only cafe with just one meal on the menu, bringing people from all walks of life together. 2026-07-26 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 2026-07-26 Today: reporting to a superior that a coworker is ill. Tran Dinh Thang works at a construction firm in Kanagawa. In a roleplay challenge, he must report to a superior that a coworker has become ill. 2026-07-26 Branches from trees culled to thin the forest, once of no value, are the ideal material for Ishibashi Tetsushi. Extracting the essential oils, he transforms them into forest fragrances and hand soaps. 2026-07-26 A look at the history of Nihon Hidankyo - the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations - from the group's inception to its reception of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. 2026-07-26 An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, this restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Japanese cinema in-depth! The latest info on the best of Japanese cinema, from blockbuster to indie, stars, film festivals, interviews, and insights! 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Detective Conan, a mystery loved for over 30 years. Discover the manga's appeal, the studio behind the anime, how mysteries become animation, and the meetings that lead to the original stories. 2026-07-26 Among Mee's friends, there's a popular game where you sneak up and squeeze your friends' butts. When someone does it to Mee, Mee shivers and feels weird. Papa says "That's your Inner Alarm's alert.". 2026-07-26 Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An "Assemble" special episode. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 2026-07-26 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 1-17. 2026-07-26 Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts. 2026-07-26 Chibita is a friendly cat who lives at a souvenir shop near Chusonji Temple, a World Heritage Site. Popo lives at a horseback riding club with 20 horses! At a rose garden, we meet handsome Kikujiro. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 Care worker Kodama Takehiro runs a Saturday-only cafe with just one meal on the menu, bringing people from all walks of life together. 2026-07-26 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 2026-07-26 Today: reporting to a superior that a coworker is ill. Tran Dinh Thang works at a construction firm in Kanagawa. In a roleplay challenge, he must report to a superior that a coworker has become ill. 2026-07-26 Branches from trees culled to thin the forest, once of no value, are the ideal material for Ishibashi Tetsushi. Extracting the essential oils, he transforms them into forest fragrances and hand soaps. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-26 From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. 2026-07-26 A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. 2026-07-26 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-26 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 Cahyo Laksono is passionate about carbon neutrality. The PhD student sees an opportunity to reuse carbon dioxide emissions in Japan and his native Indonesia to help produce plastics. 2026-07-27 Each year, 20 million people are displaced by climate change. If nothing is done, these "climate refugees" will number 216 million by 2050. We examine footage of problem areas and the latest research. 2026-07-27 Yamagata / Minagawa Akira (designer) To make a "dantsu" carpet, everything from yarn-making to weaving is done by hand. Minagawa experiences the deep allure of handmade goods. 2026-07-27 We visit a factory making straw hats. Find out how new ideas about design and quality transformed a producer of cheap farmers' hats into an international-award-winning brand of fashionable headwear. 2026-07-27 Hagi ware has been cherished in tea ceremonies for over 400 years. Cracks in the glaze create patterns whose color evolves with time and use. Watch masterful pottery production in time-lapse. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. 2026-07-27 In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan. 2026-07-27 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bag. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-07-27 #31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say "isshoni" (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. "ikimasu" to "ikimasen," and finally add "ka.". 2026-07-27 A Dutchman makes traditional washi paper, growing the raw materials and even creating artworks with it. His mission is to add new value to washi and forge a path forward into the future. 2026-07-27 In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 What bird would take on a fearful peregrine falcon, the fastest creature on earth? The Eurasian hobby employs a range of high-speed techniques to both capture prey and defend its nest and young. 2026-07-27 Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level. With a mirror-like pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 We visit a factory making straw hats. Find out how new ideas about design and quality transformed a producer of cheap farmers' hats into an international-award-winning brand of fashionable headwear. 2026-07-27 Hagi ware has been cherished in tea ceremonies for over 400 years. Cracks in the glaze create patterns whose color evolves with time and use. Watch masterful pottery production in time-lapse. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bag. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-07-27 #31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say "isshoni" (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. "ikimasu" to "ikimasen," and finally add "ka.". 2026-07-27 A Dutchman makes traditional washi paper, growing the raw materials and even creating artworks with it. His mission is to add new value to washi and forge a path forward into the future. 2026-07-27 In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 Do Minh Khai travels into the heart of pearls, Ise-Shima, where they were first cultivated. She experiences harvesting, sees pearl art, and even tastes a new pearl product. 2026-07-27 News 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 2026-07-27 We visit a factory making straw hats. Find out how new ideas about design and quality transformed a producer of cheap farmers' hats into an international-award-winning brand of fashionable headwear. 2026-07-27 Hagi ware has been cherished in tea ceremonies for over 400 years. Cracks in the glaze create patterns whose color evolves with time and use. Watch masterful pottery production in time-lapse. 2026-07-27 NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 2026-07-27 World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action. 2026-07-27 The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact. 2026-07-27 In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city. 2026-07-27 NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 2026-07-27 Shimonoseki is situated along the Kanmon Straits, which have long served as a key shipping lane. Join us as we learn how the city has had a front seat to several turning points in Japanese history. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 From prevention to cure! The groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare. For your healthy lifestyle, this program shows tips of superfoods and easy exercises. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 We visit a factory making straw hats. Find out how new ideas about design and quality transformed a producer of cheap farmers' hats into an international-award-winning brand of fashionable headwear. 2026-07-27 Hagi ware has been cherished in tea ceremonies for over 400 years. Cracks in the glaze create patterns whose color evolves with time and use. Watch masterful pottery production in time-lapse. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 For three weeks, school children shared their feelings with AI chatbots. At a time when many kids are unable to engage in conversations with their peers, could AI help them learn how to communicate? 2026-07-27 At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bag. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-07-27 #31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say "isshoni" (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. "ikimasu" to "ikimasen," and finally add "ka.". 2026-07-27 A Dutchman makes traditional washi paper, growing the raw materials and even creating artworks with it. His mission is to add new value to washi and forge a path forward into the future. 2026-07-27 In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city. 2026-07-27 NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 2026-07-27 World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action. 2026-07-27 In recent years, World Heritage Sites have been severely impacted by climate change. Addressing this issue is a top priority at the UNESCO World Heritage Committee session being held this summer. 2026-07-27 We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds? 2026-07-27 Self-checkout shoplifting is a serious problem for Japanese retailers, who struggle with the cost of prevention. NHK looks at the psychology behind the theft and the push for solutions. 2026-07-27 This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 From prevention to cure! The groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare. For your healthy lifestyle, this program shows tips of superfoods and easy exercises. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan. 2026-07-27 Each year, 20 million people are displaced by climate change. If nothing is done, these "climate refugees" will number 216 million by 2050. We examine footage of problem areas and the latest research. 2026-07-27 The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bag. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-07-27 #31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say "isshoni" (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. "ikimasu" to "ikimasen," and finally add "ka.". 2026-07-27 A Dutchman makes traditional washi paper, growing the raw materials and even creating artworks with it. His mission is to add new value to washi and forge a path forward into the future. 2026-07-27 In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-27 For three weeks, school children shared their feelings with AI chatbots. At a time when many kids are unable to engage in conversations with their peers, could AI help them learn how to communicate? 2026-07-27 At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery. 2026-07-27 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-07-28