NHK WORLD-JAPAN 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. We explore the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 We explore the Tokyo Skytree, from its dazzling heights to its hidden depths. Discover the role this iconic structure plays in advancing scientific research. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. We explore the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 We explore the Tokyo Skytree, from its dazzling heights to its hidden depths. Discover the role this iconic structure plays in advancing scientific research. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister's Award, one of the industry's highest honors, 27 times. He talks about creating original works that break the mold. 2026-04-02 In this episode, we learn about the spring dates of seimei and kokuu. The temple chefs show us how to make two seasonal specialties, yomogi rice cakes and bamboo shoots mixed with sansho leaves. 2026-04-02 The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. We explore the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 We explore the Tokyo Skytree, from its dazzling heights to its hidden depths. Discover the role this iconic structure plays in advancing scientific research. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister's Award, one of the industry's highest honors, 27 times. He talks about creating original works that break the mold. 2026-04-02 Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists. Visit farms that produce eggs safe to eat raw, and savor a variety of dishes at a long-established Kyoto restaurant. 2026-04-02 At dusk in summer, a woman is absorbed in reading a letter. This chic lady is actually an advertisement model for Mitsui Echigoya, one of the top kimono fabric stores in Edo. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. We explore the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community. 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 2026-04-02 We explore the Tokyo Skytree, from its dazzling heights to its hidden depths. Discover the role this iconic structure plays in advancing scientific research. 2026-04-02 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Edo Kiriko is characterized by colored glass with intricate patterns cut into it. Shiina Takayuki is drawing on his father and brother's exceptional skills to produce new kaleidoscopes of beauty. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Edo Kiriko is characterized by colored glass with intricate patterns cut into it. Shiina Takayuki is drawing on his father and brother's exceptional skills to produce new kaleidoscopes of beauty. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 An amusement arcade near Tokyo has row after row of token-operated games. For three days, we asked people about the appeal of games that offer no cash or prizes, no matter how many tokens are won. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 2026-04-03 The world is too divided to unite and tackle the issue of the Earth getting hotter every year. Alongside the COP30 discussions, we will explore possible ways to overcome this harsh reality. 2026-04-03 A woman from France is now an organic farmer in Okuma Town, Fukushima Prefecture. The town was affected by the 2011 nuclear accident. She is working to change that image. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Edo Kiriko is characterized by colored glass with intricate patterns cut into it. Shiina Takayuki is drawing on his father and brother's exceptional skills to produce new kaleidoscopes of beauty. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Social entrepreneur Ishikawa Naohito creates opportunities for Sri Lankans to enrich their lives. Projects include a massage salon employing the visually impaired, and an organic vegetable business. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 2026-04-03 The world is too divided to unite and tackle the issue of the Earth getting hotter every year. Alongside the COP30 discussions, we will explore possible ways to overcome this harsh reality. 2026-04-03 With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki. 2026-04-03 Japanese researchers have uncovered the mechanism behind vitamin D's bone-strengthening effects. Its potential impact on cancer is also becoming apparent. We explore the power of Vitamin D. 2026-04-03 Edo Kiriko is characterized by colored glass with intricate patterns cut into it. Shiina Takayuki is drawing on his father and brother's exceptional skills to produce new kaleidoscopes of beauty. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future. 2026-04-03 2026-04-03 A woman from France is now an organic farmer in Okuma Town, Fukushima Prefecture. The town was affected by the 2011 nuclear accident. She is working to change that image. 2026-04-03 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: smokeless grills. 2026-04-03 Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. We explore the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models. 2026-04-03 2026-04-04