NHK WORLD-JAPAN Kosaka Kunpei holds multiple world records in spearfishing, a sport in which competitors hunt underwater and see who can catch the biggest fish. He talks about freediving and using a hand spear. 2026-09-14 Participants of the Hyoge Festival clown around in fun, silly costumes. It originated as a sly way of thanking a local hero, who built reservoirs but was exiled in the 17th century. 2026-09-14 We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter. 2026-09-14 Forty-one years after a Japan Airlines crash that claimed 520 lives, questions continue to swirl. NHK looks at the conflict between fact-finding and pursuit of liability at the heart of the case. 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 Detecting vulnerable plaques is now possible using the latest intravascular imaging technology. We focus on how this can help with early detection of heart disease and prevention of its recurrence. 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 Osaka, a city that thrives on rivers, has faced countless flood damage. Find out the latest measures protecting the city from typhoons and heavy rain. 2026-09-14 Rising CO2 emissions are causing a phenomenon called "ocean acidification", which severely impacts marine life and could further accelerate global warming. We examine its effects on the environment. 2026-09-14 Locals in Hagi, on a delta facing the Sea of Japan, have lived in harmony with its waters. Beautiful time-lapse footage captures people crossing rivers by boat and canals flowing into homes. 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to theater. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-09-14 #38 I prefer outside. / To say which of 2 options you prefer, say the name of your choice, and "no hoo ga ii desu.". 2026-09-14 In a stand-up comedy club in Tokyo, people from all over the world try out bilingual jokes. For James from Australia, comedy has changed his life, helping him find a place where he feels he belongs. 2026-09-14 We highlight shows promoting J-pop internationally: "SCHOOL OF J-POP," which explores the genre's global success, and "tiny desk concerts JAPAN.". 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 2026-09-14 2026-09-14 2026-09-15