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.

Introducing the CEO of a company promoting ecotourism by guiding travelers to the Himalayan mountain region. They install solar power systems, supporting local energy needs for the community.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the allimportant katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

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.

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 focuses on fumu, meaning to step. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wildfood cuisine.

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.

Air pollution causes millions of premature deaths. Anirudh Sharma, from India, has developed a method of making ink from car emissions. What drives this selfdescribed chronic inventor?

We observe Red Fuji and Black Fuji, 2 dramatically different views of Japans most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?

A multibilliondollar quest to unlock the secrets to longevity is driving intensive research worldwide, and producing results that could one day usher in a new era of longer and healthier lives.

Kitamura Asako is the first female floatmaker in the 300year history of Aomoris Nebuta Matsuri, battling prejudice as she upholds this very male tradition while also imbuing a fresh new sensibility.

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.

Rice flour is attracting global attention. After using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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 visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyos western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis.

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.

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 focuses on fumu, meaning to step. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wildfood cuisine.

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

We observe Red Fuji and Black Fuji, 2 dramatically different views of Japans most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?

We meet a temple lodge proprietor who is said to be the descendant of demons. The historic lodge is frequented by practitioners of Shugendo, a religion that combines mountain worship and Buddhism.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the allimportant katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

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.

Today Gion Matsuri Floats, the pride of generations revived. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.

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

Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children stolen from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.

Todays theme Design Hunting in Shizuoka. Shizuoka is home to wooden kit makers, local waterscape projects, and festivals that connect residents to the future. Join us on a hunt for regional designs!

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.

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974. Each time, Peter himself discovers something new about 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.

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.

Rice flour is attracting global attention. After using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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.

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about peoples lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers daily meals.

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

Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children stolen from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.

Today Gion Matsuri Floats, the pride of generations revived. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.

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

Todays theme Design Hunting in Shizuoka. Shizuoka is home to wooden kit makers, local waterscape projects, and festivals that connect residents to the future. Join us on a hunt for regional designs!

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

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974. Each time, Peter himself discovers something new about 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.

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

Every July, the Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine holds the Nachi Fire Festival, one of Japans top three of its kind. The event involves transporting gods home to Nachi Waterfall on portable shrines.

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about peoples lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers daily meals.

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

Amsterdambased Makers Unite upcycles life vests once worn by refugees into bags and other products. They also hold workshops to help refugees find employment in the Dutch creative industries.

Rice flour is attracting global attention. After using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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.

Today Gion Matsuri Floats, the pride of generations revived. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.

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.

Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children stolen from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.

We come across a tranquil, snowcovered Edo cityscape. But theres something in the air the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

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

Todays theme Design Hunting in Shizuoka. Shizuoka is home to wooden kit makers, local waterscape projects, and festivals that connect residents to the future. Join us on a hunt for regional designs!