NHK WORLD JAPAN

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?

The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea. We explore their history and legacy, with footage from timelapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time, the Kurushima Straits.

This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the birdseye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cuttingedge dialogue with a firstclass guest on a currentaffairs topics.

Japan, long a world leader in science and technology. Come with us, as we dig a little deeper into Japanese scitech on the frontier.

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

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

We hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyos vibrant hubs. It has roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment center.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The Human Librarys human books share on topics they care about, like being transgender or surviving cancer, and those who read can ask them questions. We spoke with its founder, Ronni Abergel.

NHK WORLDJAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bird. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Makie lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jetblack background to dazzling effect.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaidos traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

Dr. Kenji Fukushima is a rising botanist studying carnivorous plant evolution at Germanys University of Wuerzburg. Well look at his new and rather surprising discoveries from genetic analysis.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The Human Librarys human books share on topics they care about, like being transgender or surviving cancer, and those who read can ask them questions. We spoke with its founder, Ronni Abergel.

We hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyos vibrant hubs. It has roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment center.

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

NHK WORLDJAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bird. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Makie lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jetblack background to dazzling effect.

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

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaidos traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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 program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the birdseye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Growing up in a Nairobi slum, Kenyas leading pro gamer didnt even own a pair of shoes, let alone a game console. Today, he uses his prize money to help slum kids find a better future.

Dr. Kenji Fukushima is a rising botanist studying carnivorous plant evolution at Germanys University of Wuerzburg. Well look at his new and rather surprising discoveries from genetic analysis.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyos vibrant hubs. It has roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment center.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the days developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colorful 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 Human Librarys human books share on topics they care about, like being transgender or surviving cancer, and those who read can ask them questions. We spoke with its founder, Ronni Abergel.

On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the days developments and what is behind them.

NHK WORLDJAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bird. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Makie lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jetblack background to dazzling effect.