NHK WORLD - JAPAN HD Matsuo Takahiro has gained international recognition for installations that fuse light with cutting-edge technology - he talks about how he creates his one-of-a-kind light art. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-30 A Summer Delicacy: A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving and undulating river while using 'drifting mosquito hooks' to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople. 2026-07-30 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? 2026-07-30 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 at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama. 2026-07-30 Mamachari bikes, which originated in Japan, are designed to meet the needs of all kinds of people and even helped women enter the workforce - we discover what makes them so unique and special. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-30 In March 2025, a new shopping complex opened inside Hiroshima Station and trams began running from the second floor in August - see how this bustling new city hub is being developed. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-30 Why does Iwata's grandma refuse to be in photos? This animation documentary is based on a picture book about the atomic bomb tragedy but conveys kindness and hope rather than fear and anxiety. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-30 Stone is a noticeable feature when walking through Kyoto's townscape - pavements, stairs, and religious statuary and objects all intrigue as stonemasons bring its inherent beauty and qualities out. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-30 At a zoo in western Japan, animals are not confined in cages. Explore the innovative approaches used to recreate natural habitats and allow visitors to experience wildlife up close. 2026-07-30 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. 2026-07-31