NHK WORLD - JAPAN HD NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Tokyo: a place where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way! 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. 2026-05-20 The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products revealed through interviews and reenactments - join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Children with microtia are born with an underdeveloped ear - wearing a mask or glasses is difficult, and they may be bullied. We meet Dr Yotsuyanagi Takatoshi, a leading reconstructive surgeon. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Science for our future - we look at the cutting-edge research, innovations and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-20 '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. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Tokyo: a place where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way! 2026-05-20 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-05-20 An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. 2026-05-20 The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products revealed through interviews and reenactments - join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship. 2026-05-20 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-05-20 Children with microtia are born with an underdeveloped ear - wearing a mask or glasses is difficult, and they may be bullied. We meet Dr Yotsuyanagi Takatoshi, a leading reconstructive surgeon. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-20 '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. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Science for our future - we look at the cutting-edge research, innovations and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers. 2026-05-20 An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events. 2026-05-20 Japan has a long history of natural disasters - Bosai explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science. 2026-05-20 The entire Earth is affected by climate change occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before - this programme uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact. 2026-05-20 As snow melts in Yonezawa, it provides water used for growing rice. Beautiful time-lapse images show how a 400-year-old brewery turns this rice into sake, using human expertise instead of machines. 2026-05-20 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-20 Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese. 2026-05-20 A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 2026-05-20 Calligraphy Day: We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing - the young students are dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills. 2026-05-20 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-20 An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. 2026-05-20 The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products revealed through interviews and reenactments - join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Children with microtia are born with an underdeveloped ear - wearing a mask or glasses is difficult, and they may be bullied. We meet Dr Yotsuyanagi Takatoshi, a leading reconstructive surgeon. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists - visit farms that produce eggs that are safe to eat raw. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Tokyo: a place where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way! 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-20 '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. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. 2026-05-20 The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products revealed through interviews and reenactments - join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship. 2026-05-20 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-20 Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese. 2026-05-20 A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 2026-05-20 Discover the story behind the 36 Views of Mount Fuji woodprint series. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai is not just a huge wave, and the boat caught in the wave is there for a reason. 2026-05-20 This programme focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives. 2026-05-20 Children with microtia are born with an underdeveloped ear - wearing a mask or glasses is difficult, and they may be bullied. We meet Dr Yotsuyanagi Takatoshi, a leading reconstructive surgeon. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists - visit farms that produce eggs that are safe to eat raw. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 Tokyo: a place where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way! 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. 2026-05-20 The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products revealed through interviews and reenactments - join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-20 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-20 '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. 2026-05-20 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Flowers are considered condensed forms of nature and life and play a special role in the lives of Kyotoites - they inspire Nihonga Japanese-style painting, photography, metalwork and other artforms. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists - visit farms that produce eggs that are safe to eat raw. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-21 '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. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-05-21 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-05-21 Flowers are considered condensed forms of nature and life and play a special role in the lives of Kyotoites - they inspire Nihonga Japanese-style painting, photography, metalwork and other artforms. 2026-05-21 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-05-21 Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-21 '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. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists - visit farms that produce eggs that are safe to eat raw. 2026-05-21 An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events. 2026-05-21 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-05-21 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-21 In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture. 2026-05-21 A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 2026-05-21 Discover the story behind the 36 Views of Mount Fuji woodprint series. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai is not just a huge wave, and the boat caught in the wave is there for a reason. 2026-05-21 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-21 Flowers are considered condensed forms of nature and life and play a special role in the lives of Kyotoites - they inspire Nihonga Japanese-style painting, photography, metalwork and other artforms. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Many railway companies have recently been adopting AI to improve efficiency and safety - see examples from Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2025 that show how AI is being applied across the industry. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-21 '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. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Flowers are considered condensed forms of nature and life and play a special role in the lives of Kyotoites - they inspire Nihonga Japanese-style painting, photography, metalwork and other artforms. 2026-05-21 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-05-21 In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture. 2026-05-21 A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 2026-05-21 The top three geisha idol celebrities in Edo are Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita; see how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty, has illustrated them so differently. 2026-05-21 Families in northeast Japan are visited by monster-like figures called namahage on New Year's Eve - we follow a group of men trying to keep up their proud tradition as the local population dwindles. 2026-05-21 Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Many railway companies have recently been adopting AI to improve efficiency and safety - see examples from Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2025 that show how AI is being applied across the industry. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 Flowers are considered condensed forms of nature and life and play a special role in the lives of Kyotoites - they inspire Nihonga Japanese-style painting, photography, metalwork and other artforms. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-21 As interest in sumo grows worldwide, daily coverage of the highlights of all 6 annual tournaments in Japan is about to take off on NHK World TV. 2026-05-21 '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. 2026-05-21 NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 2026-05-22