NHK World HD Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes - he talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony. 2026-04-17 This episode of a series on COP30 in Brazil looks at AMOC, an ocean current in the Atlantic - it transports warm water to the north, but melting ice threatens to stop it entirely. 2026-04-17 Doodles or Ukiyo-e: A series of doodles by famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day; what kind of statement was he trying to make. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-17 Completed in the 1960s and representing a fresh start for Japan, the new Imperial Palace showcases exceptional artistry and craftsmanship. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-17 Today's theme: Reimagining Analogue Design. Analogue is coming back and offering a human appeal to our five senses that digital lacks - explore designs that reveal the charm and potential of analogue. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-17 Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-17 For the sake of their families, Nepalese men are working for the Russian military. Wages 10 times higher than in Nepal are promised, but as many go missing, their families await word on their fate. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-17 Do you know what to do when disaster strikes? If you don't, Andrew Mitchell from the UK has some stories to tell you from his own experience living through the 2016 Kumamoto quakes. 2026-04-17 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels. 2026-04-17 After a slow start, Japanese washing machines have become some of the most advanced in the world - we look at their development and the latest innovations. 2026-04-17 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. 2026-04-18