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Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Kiyokawa Hiroki is working to share the traditional restoration method of 'kintsugi' with people in Japan and around the world - he talks about the spirit of sustainability behind the technique.

A Spring Party: We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo, flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking, making merry and also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.

A man in a mountain community in northeastern Japan has decided to become the first successor of a traditional local Kagura dance in 50 years - we follow him as he prepares for his debut.

#24 I can't eat raw eggs. / If there's something you can't or don't want to eat, say the name of the item and 'wa taberaremasen'.

Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues - sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.

Rebun Island off of the northern part of Hokkaido, is a paradise for anglers - fishing guide Hugo enjoys fishing in different aquatic environments and trying various baits depending on the situation.

The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions - this time: Ainu Houses.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs - we introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower back pain utilising the characteristics of fascia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

We meet South Korean Kang Dong Ju who runs his own carpentry business in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, and German Max Geiger, a part-time rickshaw tour guide in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's 'The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.'

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

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.

Every summer, several typhoons approach Japan and make landfall. By understanding the way they move and the power of their rainstorms, we can learn how to protect ourselves and our possessions.

This time we introduce 'EKIBEN JAPAN,' which shows the attractiveness of various local areas in Japan through EKIBEN, the lunch boxes being sold at train stations. We show 2 Bentoes in this episode.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A Spring Party: We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo, flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking, making merry and also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.

The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions - this time: Ainu Boats.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Nishimonai's Bon Odori dancers hide their faces under hoods and patch together old family kimonos to dance with the spirits of the dead.

Take a drive in Fukushima! 13 years since a disaster there, see its rejuvenated community and daily life, visit a rest stop emblematic of this resilience, and sense the locals' unyielding spirit.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the local culture, meeting the people, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Yakisoba: Japanese fried noodles. Chef Rika shows us an original recipe with shredded cabbage and a thin omelette, and introduces an authentic recipe from a yakisoba restaurant in Tokyo. Let's dig in!

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs - we introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower back pain utilising the characteristics of fascia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Lately more and more overseas visitors are headed to Yamagata! Come with us, as we dig a little deeper into what's so great about this fascinating area.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the local culture, meeting the people, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Yakisoba: Japanese fried noodles. Chef Rika shows us an original recipe with shredded cabbage and a thin omelette, and introduces an authentic recipe from a yakisoba restaurant in Tokyo. Let's dig in!

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Lately more and more overseas visitors are headed to Yamagata! Come with us, as we dig a little deeper into what's so great about this fascinating area.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Goto Netsuko is an aufguss master, a person in charge of circulating air and directing heat inside a sauna - she is one of Japan's best and a true ambassador for the natural sauna experience.

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs - we introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower back pain utilising the characteristics of fascia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the local culture, meeting the people, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

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?

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Yakisoba: Japanese fried noodles. Chef Rika shows us an original recipe with shredded cabbage and a thin omelette, and introduces an authentic recipe from a yakisoba restaurant in Tokyo. Let's dig in!

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

High-speed atomic force microscopy capturing the movement of living samples at the nanoscale level was pioneered in Japan - we look at how this new microscopy is aiding advanced research.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the local culture, meeting the people, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Lately more and more overseas visitors are headed to Yamagata! Come with us, as we dig a little deeper into what's so great about this fascinating area.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Yakisoba: Japanese fried noodles. Chef Rika shows us an original recipe with shredded cabbage and a thin omelette, and introduces an authentic recipe from a yakisoba restaurant in Tokyo. Let's dig in!

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Goto Netsuko is an aufguss master, a person in charge of circulating air and directing heat inside a sauna - she is one of Japan's best and a true ambassador for the natural sauna experience.

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?

Islanders on Awajishima and Ieshima in the Seto Inland Sea utilise the strong winter winds and waves to enhance local specialities like sweet onions, handmade noodles and seaweed.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

High-speed atomic force microscopy capturing the movement of living samples at the nanoscale level was pioneered in Japan - we look at how this new microscopy is aiding advanced research.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the local culture, meeting the people, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Yakisoba: Japanese fried noodles. Chef Rika shows us an original recipe with shredded cabbage and a thin omelette, and introduces an authentic recipe from a yakisoba restaurant in Tokyo. Let's dig in!

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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?

The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions - this time: Ainu Patterns.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Lately more and more overseas visitors are headed to Yamagata! Come with us, as we dig a little deeper into what's so great about this fascinating area.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Asakusa is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations - join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions that residents have kept alive for generations.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The founder of a Ukrainian NGO describes its efforts to bring together children who are hesitant to talk about their traumatic war experiences in order to help them heal their mental scars.

Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?

We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite - paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

High-speed atomic force microscopy capturing the movement of living samples at the nanoscale level was pioneered in Japan - we look at how this new microscopy is aiding advanced research.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

One of the most popular plays, Chushingura is based on a sensational historical incident when 47 masterless samurai avenged the death of their lord - Kataoka Ainosuke explores it in a two-part series.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The founder of a Ukrainian NGO describes its efforts to bring together children who are hesitant to talk about their traumatic war experiences in order to help them heal their mental scars.

Asakusa is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations - join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions that residents have kept alive for generations.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?

We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite - paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

One of the most popular plays, Chushingura is based on a sensational historical incident when 47 masterless samurai avenged the death of their lord - Kataoka Ainosuke explores it in a two-part series.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Many turn to extremism because of personal problems, not ideology - one-time white supremacist Christian Picciolini sees people as human beings first to save them from hate groups.

High-speed atomic force microscopy capturing the movement of living samples at the nanoscale level was pioneered in Japan - we look at how this new microscopy is aiding advanced research.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Asakusa is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations - join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions that residents have kept alive for generations.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

The founder of a Ukrainian NGO describes its efforts to bring together children who are hesitant to talk about their traumatic war experiences in order to help them heal their mental scars.

Summer Light Show: We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for?

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?

We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite - paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe with a deep flavour provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth - discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Asakusa is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations - join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions that residents have kept alive for generations.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The founder of a Ukrainian NGO describes its efforts to bring together children who are hesitant to talk about their traumatic war experiences in order to help them heal their mental scars.

One of the most popular plays, Chushingura is based on a sensational historical incident when 47 masterless samurai avenged the death of their lord - Kataoka Ainosuke explores it in a two-part series.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?

We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite - paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Many turn to extremism because of personal problems, not ideology - one-time white supremacist Christian Picciolini sees people as human beings first to save them from hate groups.

Summer Light Show: We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for?

Japan's overworked government bureaucrats are struggling to deal with vast amounts of work caused by a broken system. We look at efforts to improve the situation for both individuals and the nation.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe with a deep flavour provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth - discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Asakusa is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations - join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions that residents have kept alive for generations.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Summer Light Show: We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for?

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Douangmany Heuangkhamsene is a Lao social entrepreneur who helps the lesser-known ethnic women improve their social status by turning their traditional handicrafts into more contemporary products.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Riverside Sawmill: Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life, long, narrow beams, bamboo stems, and leftover wood stacked high as buildings.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Many artisan-customer relationships in Kyoto span generations and boast strong bonds of trust - top-quality products are created through constructive communication between artisans and customers.

Luis von Ahn created Duolingo, the most used educational app - it teaches over 40 languages on smartphones to 72 million monthly active users for free, and Luis aims to make learning available to all.

Many artisan-customer relationships in Kyoto span generations and boast strong bonds of trust - top-quality products are created through constructive communication between artisans and customers.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

New Public Restroom Designs. Japan's restrooms have won attention by looking beyond basic function to their role in the social and global environment. Get ready to explore further!

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Riverside Sawmill: Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life, long, narrow beams, bamboo stems, and leftover wood stacked high as buildings.

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 B.C. - we examine various aspects of Jomon society with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: the Oyu Stone Circles.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

We visit a workplace in Shizuoka Prefecture that serves spicy curry three times a day for their Indian workers and have our overseas correspondents show us lunches from Mozambique, Benin, and Fiji.

Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, who cooks using traditional Japanese cooking techniques, in five minutes!

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending 'senior school', a new initiative to encourage social integration.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Vivi Lin is the founder of the Period Museum in Taipei - she aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento, Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento, Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

At a shoe repair shop in Yokohama, owner Murakami Rui repairs badly-damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Ayu - Treasures of the River.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Vivi Lin is the founder of the Period Museum in Taipei - she aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending 'senior school', a new initiative to encourage social integration.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento, Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento, Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

At a shoe repair shop in Yokohama, owner Murakami Rui repairs badly-damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

A Ghanaian entrepreneur and resident of Japan launched an online radio station as a way of giving back to the community - the project is inspiring some young Africans to pursue their own dreams.

Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

DeepL is highly evaluated by users worldwide for its very accurate AI translations - how can the development of AI help to solve issues in modern society and how should we interact with it?

The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending 'senior school', a new initiative to encourage social integration.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Vivi Lin is the founder of the Period Museum in Taipei - she aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

First Childbirth: In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life, it was also characterised by unique customs and beliefs.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento, Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento, Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

At a shoe repair shop in Yokohama, owner Murakami Rui repairs badly-damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending 'senior school', a new initiative to encourage social integration.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Vivi Lin is the founder of the Period Museum in Taipei - she aims to achieve period equity and DEI by helping people to understand menstruation, an issue that has been regarded as taboo in society.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Marc demonstrates how to make a delicious and filling pork cutlet sandwich bento, Maki introduces a unique hot dog-inspired onigiri bento, Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

At a shoe repair shop in Yokohama, owner Murakami Rui repairs badly-damaged shoes refused by other shops. Working with great care, he cherishes not just customers' shoes, but the memories they hold.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

DeepL is highly evaluated by users worldwide for its very accurate AI translations - how can the development of AI help to solve issues in modern society and how should we interact with it?

First Childbirth: In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life, it was also characterised by unique customs and beliefs.

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs - we introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower back pain utilising the characteristics of fascia.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.

In this episode, we learn about the summer dates of shousho and taisho. The temple chefs teach us how to make two seasonal specialties: somen noodle rolls and marinated summer vegetables.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Thailand's elderly population is exploding, but many seniors find themselves socially isolated. Meet the students attending 'senior school', a new initiative to encourage social integration.