NHK World 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. 2026-04-14 Michael Keida explores the deep roots and enduring appeal of artisanal kokuto, the traditional sugar of the Okinawa islands. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to prepare wagyu beef steak Japanese-style as Chef Rika teaches us which cuts are best and how to cook them - she also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavours. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 A 24-hour bookstore in Tokyo attracts a diverse range of customers. For three days and nights, we asked people what they are buying - and why - in an age of digital books and online shopping. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Pancreatic disease develops deep inside the body and makes early detection difficult - we report on efforts to find it sooner using endoscopic ultrasound and the doctors working on new treatments. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan. 2026-04-14 With cherry blossoms in full bloom, there are many tastes only to be found in Spring. Go for a stroll in the soft light and gentle breezes in this beautiful Japanese season. 2026-04-14 Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, who cooks using traditional Japanese cooking techniques, in five minutes. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Michael Keida explores the deep roots and enduring appeal of artisanal kokuto, the traditional sugar of the Okinawa islands. 2026-04-14 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-04-14 Learn how to prepare wagyu beef steak Japanese-style as Chef Rika teaches us which cuts are best and how to cook them - she also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavours. 2026-04-14 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-04-14 A 24-hour bookstore in Tokyo attracts a diverse range of customers. For three days and nights, we asked people what they are buying - and why - in an age of digital books and online shopping. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan. 2026-04-14 Phase Free is a disaster preparedness concept that does not distinguish between everyday life and emergency situations - we also see how everyday items can be used in times of disaster. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Pancreatic disease develops deep inside the body and makes early detection difficult - we report on efforts to find it sooner using endoscopic ultrasound and the doctors working on new treatments. 2026-04-14 An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events. 2026-04-14 Freight Expectations: This episode examines how agile logistics players are tackling the industry's toughest hurdles by breaking traditional norms and finding efficiency in unexpected places. 2026-04-14 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-14 Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective - she talks about her message for modern audiences. 2026-04-14 The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to birds. Explore the unique culture behind them. 2026-04-14 #16 This is a world-famous hot spring. / Learn about the type of adjective that ends with 'na' and enjoy more ways to express your impressions about something. 2026-04-14 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-14 Learn how to prepare wagyu beef steak Japanese-style as Chef Rika teaches us which cuts are best and how to cook them - she also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavours. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 A 24-hour bookstore in Tokyo attracts a diverse range of customers. For three days and nights, we asked people what they are buying - and why - in an age of digital books and online shopping. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 This episode looks at 'point clouds' for 3D data visuals used in architecture, archaeology and autonomous driving, plus robots learning new moves. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Michael Keida explores the deep roots and enduring appeal of artisanal kokuto, the traditional sugar of the Okinawa islands. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan. 2026-04-14 With cherry blossoms in full bloom, there are many tastes only to be found in Spring. Go for a stroll in the soft light and gentle breezes in this beautiful Japanese season. 2026-04-14 Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, who cooks using traditional Japanese cooking techniques, in five minutes. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to prepare wagyu beef steak Japanese-style as Chef Rika teaches us which cuts are best and how to cook them - she also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavours. 2026-04-14 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-14 Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective - she talks about her message for modern audiences. 2026-04-14 Summer: Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history. 2026-04-14 Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters, small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices - what are they up to. 2026-04-14 As data centre construction is expanding across Japan, projects near residential areas spark opposition over noise and emissions. Meanwhile, in the US, rising electricity costs is an emerging issue. 2026-04-14 A 24-hour bookstore in Tokyo attracts a diverse range of customers. For three days and nights, we asked people what they are buying - and why - in an age of digital books and online shopping. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 This episode looks at 'point clouds' for 3D data visuals used in architecture, archaeology and autonomous driving, plus robots learning new moves. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Michael Keida explores the deep roots and enduring appeal of artisanal kokuto, the traditional sugar of the Okinawa islands. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to prepare wagyu beef steak Japanese-style as Chef Rika teaches us which cuts are best and how to cook them - she also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavours. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-14 Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan. 2026-04-14 With cherry blossoms in full bloom, there are many tastes only to be found in Spring. Go for a stroll in the soft light and gentle breezes in this beautiful Japanese season. 2026-04-14 Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, who cooks using traditional Japanese cooking techniques, in five minutes. 2026-04-14 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. 2026-04-15 Komagome is the birthplace of Somei-yoshino, the most popular cherry blossom variety in Japan - we visit a scenic garden, meet locals who cultivate cherry tree saplings, and explore shopping streets. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Fujimoto Akio's film 'Lost Land,' about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honoured at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for film-making. 2026-04-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 As atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima age, preserving their memories has become a pressing issue - we follow Sumioka Kenta's efforts to further the cause of peace through the creativity of youth. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 This episode looks at 'point clouds' for 3D data visuals used in architecture, archaeology and autonomous driving, plus robots learning new moves. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Komagome is the birthplace of Somei-yoshino, the most popular cherry blossom variety in Japan - we visit a scenic garden, meet locals who cultivate cherry tree saplings, and explore shopping streets. 2026-04-15 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-04-15 Fujimoto Akio's film 'Lost Land,' about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honoured at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for film-making. 2026-04-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-15 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-04-15 As atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima age, preserving their memories has become a pressing issue - we follow Sumioka Kenta's efforts to further the cause of peace through the creativity of youth. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 This episode looks at 'point clouds' for 3D data visuals used in architecture, archaeology and autonomous driving, plus robots learning new moves. 2026-04-15 An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events. 2026-04-15 Phase Free is a disaster preparedness concept that does not distinguish between everyday life and emergency situations - we also see how everyday items can be used in times of disaster. 2026-04-15 This episode of a series on COP30 in Brazil focuses on Amazon 'dieback' - deforestation has reached 17 per cent and scientists warn that exceeding a figure of 20 per cent may disrupt the water cycle. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-15 Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specialising in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft - his knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters, small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices - what are they up to. 2026-04-15 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-15 Fujimoto Akio's film 'Lost Land,' about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honoured at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for film-making. 2026-04-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 As atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima age, preserving their memories has become a pressing issue - we follow Sumioka Kenta's efforts to further the cause of peace through the creativity of youth. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Oils shape Japan's food culture, where households choose from a wide range of oils to suit each dish. This episode explores Japanese plant-based oils, focusing on flavour, safety, and health. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Komagome is the birthplace of Somei-yoshino, the most popular cherry blossom variety in Japan - we visit a scenic garden, meet locals who cultivate cherry tree saplings, and explore shopping streets. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Fujimoto Akio's film 'Lost Land,' about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honoured at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for film-making. 2026-04-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-15 This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-04-15 Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specialising in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft - his knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 A Secret Date: It's late at night, and all are fast asleep when a young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house and attend to a rooster. What could the pair be up to. 2026-04-15 Freight Expectations: This episode examines how agile logistics players are tackling the industry's toughest hurdles by breaking traditional norms and finding efficiency in unexpected places. 2026-04-15 As atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima age, preserving their memories has become a pressing issue - we follow Sumioka Kenta's efforts to further the cause of peace through the creativity of youth. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Oils shape Japan's food culture, where households choose from a wide range of oils to suit each dish. This episode explores Japanese plant-based oils, focusing on flavour, safety, and health. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Komagome is the birthplace of Somei-yoshino, the most popular cherry blossom variety in Japan - we visit a scenic garden, meet locals who cultivate cherry tree saplings, and explore shopping streets. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Fujimoto Akio's film 'Lost Land,' about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honoured at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for film-making. 2026-04-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-15 Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights. 2026-04-15 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. 2026-04-16