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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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, Seto Inland Sea.

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.

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.

Horses take center stage in the ancient capitals events, such as two May festivalsAoi Matsuri boasting ornate historical attire and the 1,200yearold Fujinomorisai.

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

Born in Ghana, Fred Swaniker, lived across Africa and realized that good leadership is key to a nations success. He built schools to nurture entrepreneurial leaders, training over 250,000 youth.

Todays theme Aging. Appreciating the fleeting beauty of natural decay and admiring imperfections reflect the Japanese love for aging. Explore designs that draw positively on the passage of time!

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 explore Amami Oshima, a subtropical paradise, through the work of Tanaka Isson. Referred to as the Japanese Gauguin, Isson was a solitary artist who found new inspiration in a southern island.

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.

Japanese melons are known to be juicy and intensely sweet. Their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavor. Meet dedicated farmers and savor a truly versatile fruit.

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.

Our story is about a woman who has two very different jobs at two very different locations, with two very different lunches! Tune in to find out more!

Featured recipe Komeko rice flour Okonomiyaki Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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

Born in Ghana, Fred Swaniker, lived across Africa and realized that good leadership is key to a nations success. He built schools to nurture entrepreneurial leaders, training over 250,000 youth.

Horses take center stage in the ancient capitals events, such as two May festivalsAoi Matsuri boasting ornate historical attire and the 1,200yearold Fujinomorisai.

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

Todays theme Aging. Appreciating the fleeting beauty of natural decay and admiring imperfections reflect the Japanese love for aging. Explore designs that draw positively on the passage of time!

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

We explore Amami Oshima, a subtropical paradise, through the work of Tanaka Isson. Referred to as the Japanese Gauguin, Isson was a solitary artist who found new inspiration in a southern island.

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.

Our story is about a woman who has two very different jobs at two very different locations, with two very different lunches! Tune in to find out more!

Featured recipe Komeko rice flour Okonomiyaki Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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

Ukrainian picture book creator Romana Romanyshyn cofounded the art studio Agrafka. Despite the 2022 Russian invasion, she remains in her homeland to communicate the truth of war through her works.

Japanese melons are known to be juicy and intensely sweet. Their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavor. Meet dedicated farmers and savor a truly versatile fruit.

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.

Horses take center stage in the ancient capitals events, such as two May festivalsAoi Matsuri boasting ornate historical attire and the 1,200yearold Fujinomorisai.

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.

Born in Ghana, Fred Swaniker, lived across Africa and realized that good leadership is key to a nations success. He built schools to nurture entrepreneurial leaders, training over 250,000 youth.

We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edos most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about what could they be up to?

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

Todays theme Aging. Appreciating the fleeting beauty of natural decay and admiring imperfections reflect the Japanese love for aging. Explore designs that draw positively on the passage of time!