NHK World Japan Ushioda Kazuya 's realistic art has been winning top prizes in international competitions. He tells us about creating his detailed portraits, and the thought that goes into each one. 2026-10-22 Taimatsu Akashi honors those who died defending the castle in Sukagawa in 1589. Local people form teams to make huge torches that are set alight in a hilltop park to commemorate the fallen warriors. 2026-10-22 We visit an Edo-style open-air teahouse, where the townspeople enjoyed refreshments, conversation, and the company of exotic birds. For them, these outings were about more than a good time. 2026-10-22 18-year-old Miyako Haruto has decided to leave his children's home and live on his own. But his caregivers worry about his reluctance to open up. We follow him as he embarks on a life of independence. 2026-10-22 #41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by koto ga and dekimasu, meaning something is possible. Then add ka. 2026-10-22 With its unique smell and stickiness, people either love or hate natto. But eating natto has been linked to longevity, and a substance in this powerful food could even help solve environmental issues! 2026-10-22 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-10-22 Every year, the Blue Ribbon and Laurel Prizes honor the finest newly built and redesigned trains. Meet the winners for 2026! 2026-10-22 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-10-22 Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-10-22 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-10-22 Matsunoo Taisha is the guardian Shinto shrine to Kyoto's west. In April and May, the deities are carried through the community in prayer for local prosperity, upholding a 1000-year-old tradition. 2026-10-22 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-10-22 Have a whale of a time as we dive deep into an urban aquarium, explore the world-class research behind its breeding success, and discover rarely seen creatures from distant waters. 2026-10-22 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 2026-10-23