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. 2026-08-14 Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare. 2026-08-14 This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago. 2026-08-14 In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima. 2026-08-14 Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Shimanto is a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture - a piano is placed on a park's outdoor stage and people stop to play from their hearts. 2026-08-14 As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare. 2026-08-14 1 in 50 families have lost a child during pregnancy or soon after birth. A couple who lost their second son when two hours old talks about their grief and sorrow, a topic often not discussed in Japan. 2026-08-14 Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Higashinada Danjiri involves a parade of decorated floats pulled by teams of veterans and ridden by young performers that lean out over the crowd - 32 districts take part with their own float. 2026-08-14 Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history. 2026-08-14 The JR Joban Line, severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, fully reopened in 2020 - see how station areas in Fukushima Prefecture are being redeveloped along the restored route. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare. 2026-08-14 This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago. 2026-08-14 This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks. 2026-08-14 Ramen packed with seafood goodness has been loved in bitterly cold northern Japan for over 100 years - try a bowl for yourself! 2026-08-14 In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima. 2026-08-14 Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy. 2026-08-14 1 in 50 families have lost a child during pregnancy or soon after birth. A couple who lost their second son when two hours old talks about their grief and sorrow, a topic often not discussed in Japan. 2026-08-14 As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years. 2026-08-14 In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Shokan and Daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables. 2026-08-14 Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Tokyo's Arakawa Ward has a shopping street with over 100 years of history - there sits a piano which passers-by love to visit and play from the heart. 2026-08-14 Mizoca, a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Higashinada Danjiri involves a parade of decorated floats pulled by teams of veterans and ridden by young performers that lean out over the crowd - 32 districts take part with their own float. 2026-08-14 Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history. 2026-08-14 The JR Joban Line, severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, fully reopened in 2020 - see how station areas in Fukushima Prefecture are being redeveloped along the restored route. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks. 2026-08-14 In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima. 2026-08-14 Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy. 2026-08-14 Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique. 2026-08-14 The latest research highlights a polar region crisis - with the lowest ever levels of sea ice and a polar bear population reduced by half in 42 years in some areas, we look at wildlife in the Arctic. 2026-08-14 Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima. Sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Mount Fuji is Japan's tallest and most famous peak - it has long inspired awe and terror and is a source of artistic inspiration. Join us to explore the iconic beauty of this famous mountain. 2026-08-14 As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Higashinada Danjiri involves a parade of decorated floats pulled by teams of veterans and ridden by young performers that lean out over the crowd - 32 districts take part with their own float. 2026-08-14 Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history. 2026-08-14 Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years. 2026-08-14 In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Shokan and Daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables. 2026-08-14 Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in "guruguru" designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks. 2026-08-14 Ramen packed with seafood goodness has been loved in bitterly cold northern Japan for over 100 years - try a bowl for yourself! 2026-08-14 In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima. 2026-08-14 Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Tokyo's Arakawa Ward has a shopping street with over 100 years of history - there sits a piano which passers-by love to visit and play from the heart. 2026-08-14 Dr Oshiro Kazue is a skilled mountain medic dedicated to promoting awareness of alpine safety, even spending her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of the iconic Mount Fuji. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Higashinada Danjiri involves a parade of decorated floats pulled by teams of veterans and ridden by young performers that lean out over the crowd - 32 districts take part with their own float. 2026-08-14 Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history. 2026-08-14 As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy. 2026-08-14 This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago. 2026-08-14 Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique. 2026-08-14 The latest research highlights a polar region crisis - with the lowest ever levels of sea ice and a polar bear population reduced by half in 42 years in some areas, we look at wildlife in the Arctic. 2026-08-14 The Niwaka Costume Festival: In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron and a jester tries to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay. 2026-08-14 Japanese researchers have uncovered part of the mechanism by which zinc deficiency triggers inflammation linked to a wide range of diseases. We look at why this mineral is so vital to our health. 2026-08-14 Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years. 2026-08-14 In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Shokan and Daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables. 2026-08-14 Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in "guruguru" designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy. 2026-08-14 1 in 50 families have lost a child during pregnancy or soon after birth. A couple who lost their second son when two hours old talks about their grief and sorrow, a topic often not discussed in Japan. 2026-08-14 In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima. 2026-08-14 Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Tokyo's Arakawa Ward has a shopping street with over 100 years of history - there sits a piano which passers-by love to visit and play from the heart. 2026-08-14 As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-14 Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima. Sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster. 2026-08-14 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent. 2026-08-14 Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, practices unique farming methods in Okayama to show how accessible agriculture can be - he works with locals to grow and use uncommon crops. 2026-08-14 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. 2026-08-15 Kamikaze, explosive-laden ramming attacks, were carried out during World War II and sacrificed 4,000 lives - why did the Japanese push forward with this method? We uncover the truth. 2026-08-15 Matsue is known as the "city of water." It is home to Lake Shinji, which is famous for its shijimi clams. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we see the lake's changing colours and expressions. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Discover a hiking destination loved across Japan. Explore vast wetlands alive with delicate flowers and wildlife, meet the warm people protecting this wonder, and enjoy an exciting climb! 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in "guruguru" designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today. 2026-08-15 Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too! 2026-08-15 Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Yoshimune is the shogun who saved the city of Edo - through disaster and economic strife, his wisdom alongside its people shaped the future of the place now called Tokyo. 2026-08-15 Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka. 2026-08-15 A Stylish Concert: A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP... 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Soil Liquefaction: When a big earthquake hits, ground can turn into muddy water called liquefaction - buildings may sink, tilt, and become uninhabitable. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent it. 2026-08-15 Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator). Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects. 2026-08-15 Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Kamikaze, explosive-laden ramming attacks, were carried out during World War II and sacrificed 4,000 lives - why did the Japanese push forward with this method? We uncover the truth. 2026-08-15 Matsue is known as the "city of water." It is home to Lake Shinji, which is famous for its shijimi clams. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we see the lake's changing colours and expressions. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Discover a hiking destination loved across Japan. Explore vast wetlands alive with delicate flowers and wildlife, meet the warm people protecting this wonder, and enjoy an exciting climb! 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Yoshimune is the shogun who saved the city of Edo - through disaster and economic strife, his wisdom alongside its people shaped the future of the place now called Tokyo. 2026-08-15 Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka. 2026-08-15 A Stylish Concert: A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP... 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in "guruguru" designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today. 2026-08-15 Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too! 2026-08-15 Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Soil Liquefaction: When a big earthquake hits, ground can turn into muddy water called liquefaction - buildings may sink, tilt, and become uninhabitable. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent it. 2026-08-15 Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator). Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects. 2026-08-15 Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Kamikaze, explosive-laden ramming attacks, were carried out during World War II and sacrificed 4,000 lives - why did the Japanese push forward with this method? We uncover the truth. 2026-08-15 Matsue is known as the "city of water." It is home to Lake Shinji, which is famous for its shijimi clams. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we see the lake's changing colours and expressions. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Discover a hiking destination loved across Japan. Explore vast wetlands alive with delicate flowers and wildlife, meet the warm people protecting this wonder, and enjoy an exciting climb! 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 An unlikely mammal has made its home amidst the hustle and bustle of Singapore. We follow two otter families who encounter very different challenges in the waterways of this world-famous metropolis. 2026-08-15 Mount Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces - see the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography. 2026-08-15 Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too! 2026-08-15 Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Yoshimune is the shogun who saved the city of Edo - through disaster and economic strife, his wisdom alongside its people shaped the future of the place now called Tokyo. 2026-08-15 Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka. 2026-08-15 A Stylish Concert: A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP... 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Soil Liquefaction: When a big earthquake hits, ground can turn into muddy water called liquefaction - buildings may sink, tilt, and become uninhabitable. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent it. 2026-08-15 Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator). Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects. 2026-08-15 Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Kamikaze, explosive-laden ramming attacks, were carried out during World War II and sacrificed 4,000 lives - why did the Japanese push forward with this method? We uncover the truth. 2026-08-15 Matsue is known as the "city of water." It is home to Lake Shinji, which is famous for its shijimi clams. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we see the lake's changing colours and expressions. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Discover a hiking destination loved across Japan. Explore vast wetlands alive with delicate flowers and wildlife, meet the warm people protecting this wonder, and enjoy an exciting climb! 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 An unlikely mammal has made its home amidst the hustle and bustle of Singapore. We follow two otter families who encounter very different challenges in the waterways of this world-famous metropolis. 2026-08-15 Mount Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces - see the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography. 2026-08-15 Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too! 2026-08-15 Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed. 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Yoshimune is the shogun who saved the city of Edo - through disaster and economic strife, his wisdom alongside its people shaped the future of the place now called Tokyo. 2026-08-15 Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka. 2026-08-15 A Stylish Concert: A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP... 2026-08-15 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. 2026-08-15 Soil Liquefaction: When a big earthquake hits, ground can turn into muddy water called liquefaction - buildings may sink, tilt, and become uninhabitable. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent it. 2026-08-15 Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator). Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects. 2026-08-15 Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes. 2026-08-15 Israeli strikes continue in Gaza. Using maps based on satellite imagery, open-source intelligence, and testimony, we reveal the full extent of destruction and examine where the occupation is heading. 2026-08-16