NHK World TV Explore Tokyo's oldest izakaya; with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, it has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years. 2026-05-05 The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner. 2026-05-05 The host explores the story behind one of Tsutaju's most well-known masterpieces, "The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei," which is the artist's debut work. 2026-05-05 Magician Ibuki discusses his rise to success as the first Japanese winner of a prestigious magic competition and his method for creating original tricks. 2026-05-05 2026-05-05 The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner. 2026-05-05 Japan is a seismically active land, the Edo period is no exception; in the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, a guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible. 2026-05-05 The night high schools in Japan are admitting more students with international roots; we look at a school in Tokyo and a teacher dedicated to guiding his students toward a better future. 2026-05-05 The filmmakers shed light on the 24-hour ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, revealing how a simple bowl of ramen is more than just a cheap meal. 2026-05-05 Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events. 2026-05-05 The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts. 2026-05-05 Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers. 2026-05-05 Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events. 2026-05-05 A time-lapse footage of a charming nighttime scenery that can be found in different environments all over Japan, including the cities and countryside. 2026-05-05 Colleen experiences the cosmopolitan port city of Nagasaki during Obon. She explores the city's deep Chinese influences, from its annual festival to its architecture and food. 2026-05-05 Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events. 2026-05-05 The filmmakers look at Amazake, the sweet drink made from rice fermented with koji mold that has been a secret family recipe preserved for over 100 years. 2026-05-05 The host explores the process of making ryusei rockets that carry prayers from people in the community to the sky. 2026-05-05 Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring. 2026-05-05 Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events. 2026-05-05 The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom. 2026-05-05 Cultivating Japanese peaches; new ways to enjoy peaches unique to their cultivation areas; a chef uses peaches in Italian dishes. 2026-05-05 Xuan is confronted by Sasaki at the trash collection area of the apartment. Not knowing why Sasaki is angry with her, Sasaki's granddaughter comes to her rescue. 2026-05-05 NHK WORLD-JAPAN features all kinds of programs to capture kids' imaginations and foster creativity. Let's dig a little deeper! 2026-05-05 Chef Saito presents a fun and healthy recipe for cherry blossom-shaped crab rice, which is easy enough for anyone to make. 2026-05-05 Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events. 2026-05-06