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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.

Asakusa is one of Japans most popular tourist destinations. Join us as we explore its backstreets and discover local summer traditions residents have kept alive for generations.

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.

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 Japanse language, accompanied with scenes from Japan. Many fascinating aspect of Japanese like onomatopeia are also introduced.

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

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 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 among the weeds?

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from timelapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time the Sannai Maruyama Site.

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.

Chushingura is one of the most popular plays. It is based on a sensational historical incident when 47 masterless samurai avenged the death of their lord. Ainosuke explores it in a twopart series.

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.

Many artisancustomer relationships in Kyoto span generations, boasting strong bonds of trust. Topquality products are created through constructive communication between the artisan and the customer.

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

Luis von Ahn created the most used educational app, Duolingo. The app teaches 40 languages on a smartphone to its 72 million monthly active users for free. He aims to make learning available to all.

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

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.

On the subtropical island of Amami Oshima, resilience and resourcefulness were defenses against harsh rule in centuries past. The results include distinctive folk music and beautiful silk fabric.

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.

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe, with a deep flavor provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth. Discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of 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.

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.

Featured recipe Ginger Beef Steak Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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.

Luis von Ahn created the most used educational app, Duolingo. The app teaches 40 languages on a smartphone to its 72 million monthly active users for free. He aims to make learning available to all.

Many artisancustomer relationships in Kyoto span generations, boasting strong bonds of trust. Topquality products are created through constructive communication between the artisan and the customer.

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

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

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

On the subtropical island of Amami Oshima, resilience and resourcefulness were defenses against harsh rule in centuries past. The results include distinctive folk music and beautiful silk fabric.

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.

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.

Featured recipe Ginger Beef Steak Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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.

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

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe, with a deep flavor provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth. Discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of 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.

Many artisancustomer relationships in Kyoto span generations, boasting strong bonds of trust. Topquality products are created through constructive communication between the artisan and the customer.

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.

Luis von Ahn created the most used educational app, Duolingo. The app teaches 40 languages on a smartphone to its 72 million monthly active users for free. He aims to make learning available to all.

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

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

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

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.

On the subtropical island of Amami Oshima, resilience and resourcefulness were defenses against harsh rule in centuries past. The results include distinctive folk music and beautiful silk fabric.

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.

The ShinYokohama 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 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.

Many artisancustomer relationships in Kyoto span generations, boasting strong bonds of trust. Topquality products are created through constructive communication between the artisan and the customer.

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

Luis von Ahn created the most used educational app, Duolingo. The app teaches 40 languages on a smartphone to its 72 million monthly active users for free. He aims to make learning available to all.

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.

Featured recipe Ginger Beef Steak Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time diagnostic ultrasound machines & sports balls.

On the subtropical island of Amami Oshima, resilience and resourcefulness were defenses against harsh rule in centuries past. The results include distinctive folk music and beautiful silk fabric.

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.

The ShinYokohama 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 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.

Many artisancustomer relationships in Kyoto span generations, boasting strong bonds of trust. Topquality products are created through constructive communication between the artisan and the customer.

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.

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

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

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

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from timelapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time the Oyu Stone Circles.

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.

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.

Featured recipe Ginger Beef Steak Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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.

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.

Thailands 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 WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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 doginspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

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 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.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through timelapse 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 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.

The ShinYokohama 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 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.

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nations long history. Today Ayu Treasures of the River.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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.

Thailands 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 program 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 doginspired onigiri bento. Bento Trip showcases a shumai bento from Yokohama Chinatown.

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 program 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 timelapse 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 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.

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 WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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 the issues in modern society and how should we interact with it?

The ShinYokohama 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 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.

Thailands 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 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.

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.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mothertobe attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

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

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

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 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.

Journey to the great northern land of Japan Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through timelapse 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 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.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cuttingedge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

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.

Thailands 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 WORLDJAPANs flagship hourly news program 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 cofounder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives longterm support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

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.

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

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 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.

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

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mothertobe attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

Fascia is a membranelike tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs. We introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lowerback pain utilizing 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 timelapse 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 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.

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cuttingedge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

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.

Thailands 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 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.

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

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

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.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mothertobe attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from timelapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time Dogu.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu known as the king of goldfish can cost millions of yen. In a 5minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

Mentaiko is cured and spiced pollock roe, with a deep flavor provided by kombu and katsuobushi broth. Discover the secrets of a beloved food that spread from Fukuoka to the rest of 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.

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship documentary series offers mustsee episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

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

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of highrises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

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

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

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

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cuttingedge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant posthuman future where surviving creatures have formed a community, newbreed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

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

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLDJAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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 fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time correction tape & water filter media.

The 2011 Tohoku earthquake brought unprecedented damage. It also caused ongoing dramatic swaying in skyscrapers hundreds of kilometers away. Well find out why and how the problem is being addressed.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time Do your best! No.153 March.

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

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship documentary series offers mustsee episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

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

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of highrises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

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 fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time correction tape & water filter media.

The 2011 Tohoku earthquake brought unprecedented damage. It also caused ongoing dramatic swaying in skyscrapers hundreds of kilometers away. Well find out why and how the problem is being addressed.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time Do your best! No.153 March.

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

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

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

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cuttingedge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant posthuman future where surviving creatures have formed a community, newbreed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

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

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLDJAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

NHK WORLDJAPANs flagship documentary series offers mustsee episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

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

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of highrises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

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

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant posthuman future where surviving creatures have formed a community, newbreed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

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

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives hes made brighter.

25 My throat hurts. To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle ga, followed by adjectives like itai, meaning painful, and finally n desu.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometricpatterned walls white, metallic roof tiles and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

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

Our topic is the Gaza Crisis. Is there a path to a lasting solution? We seek fresh insights from two experts A scholar in the US with roots in Israel and a Palestinian scholar in Canada.

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

World cities seen through taxi windows and conversations with the drivers. This time in Taipei, a city of highrises and temples, tradition and innovation. A journey both personal and profound begins.

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

Travel from Sapporo on the Hakodate Line. See a museum preserving railway history, enjoy a rare experience at a remote station, and eat a crab bento while savoring travel without boarding a train.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

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

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant posthuman future where surviving creatures have formed a community, newbreed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

A program for upper primary to lower secondary school children to explore the everyday technologies all around them. Each episode takes a piece of familiar tech to find out what it does and how.

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

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives hes made brighter.

25 My throat hurts. To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle ga, followed by adjectives like itai, meaning painful, and finally n desu.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles. It has plastered geometricpatterned walls white, metallic roof tiles and a diversity of stone walls. Money was no object.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. Whats behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?

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

Symptoms of Tourette syndrome include vocal and motor tics and there is currently no known cure. We follow young people who have struggled to fit into society and make their dreams come true.

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

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 114.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu known as the king of goldfish can cost millions of yen. In a 5minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

Cats show off their climbing skills at a spot overlooking the sea. On the island of Mushima, we meet a cat who takes us to a field of daffodils. The cats tease Iwago by hiding among the flowers.

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

Anime titan Maruyama Masao is behind hits like Ninja Scroll, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, In This Corner of the World, and PLUTO. The legendary producer continues to lead the industry, even at 82.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other lifethreatening natural disasters.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

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

Mayfair, a luxurious district in London, preserves the quintessence of British high tradition. Regarded as the citys most prestigious and desirous locale, its beloved by the upper class and royalty.

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

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives hes made brighter.

25 My throat hurts. To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle ga, followed by adjectives like itai, meaning painful, and finally n desu.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

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

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. Whats behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?

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

Symptoms of Tourette syndrome include vocal and motor tics and there is currently no known cure. We follow young people who have struggled to fit into society and make their dreams come true.

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

This episode shows businesses that are reviving the concept of public baths as a place for people not just to clean up, but to relax, refresh, and socialize.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 114.

Goldfish in Japan range from beautiful to comical. A single ranchu known as the king of goldfish can cost millions of yen. In a 5minute digest, we explore why they are so beloved.

Cats show off their climbing skills at a spot overlooking the sea. On the island of Mushima, we meet a cat who takes us to a field of daffodils. The cats tease Iwago by hiding among the flowers.

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

A man in his seventies has been transporting fruit and supplies to places affected by the 2011 disaster. On his final journey, he shares emotional farewells with people whose lives hes made brighter.

25 My throat hurts. To explain a part of your body that ails you, say the part, then the particle ga, followed by adjectives like itai, meaning painful, and finally n desu.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

The Shisorapuchi River is very popular among canoeists. A married couple goes down the river in a canoe flush with mountain snowmelt. They skillfully negotiate thrilling river rapids of Hokkaido.

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

Anime titan Maruyama Masao is behind hits like Ninja Scroll, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, In This Corner of the World, and PLUTO. The legendary producer continues to lead the industry, even at 82.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other lifethreatening natural disasters.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

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

Mayfair, a luxurious district in London, preserves the quintessence of British high tradition. Regarded as the citys most prestigious and desirous locale, its beloved by the upper class and royalty.

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

In Japan, young people are increasingly being lured into engaging in illegal jobs for money. Whats behind this surge in juvenile lawlessness? And what can parents and others do to help address it?