NHK World – Japan (HD)

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Friedensdorf International takes sick and injured children from war zones to Germany for treatment and rehabilitation. Director Birgit Stifter explains its activities on a visit to Hiroshima.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word. Physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's 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.

Gareth Malone teaches singing to people in places where it is uncommon but where the inspiration and unity of music is most needed. He uses choral singing to empower, heal and connect people.

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

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: singing synthesizers & solder.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Retired railway cars often end up in museums or parks to be appreciated after their service. However, some are abandoned, unable to be maintained. See the preservation efforts being made in Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Kyoto skills and culture stretch washi's potential: huge sheets combined with lighting, fabric made from washi threads, biodegradable washi clothing, and a traditional craft for making everyday items.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word. Physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?

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

This program 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 presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Turkey displaced 2.5 million people. In Iskenderun, a group of evacuees are living in train carriages, where they struggle with loss and trauma.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Jean Bellorini has taken in girls exiled from Afghanistan under the Taliban regime as actresses. He creates plays with them in the belief that cultural interaction is an essential part of theater.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world, with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

A bread maker for many years, Yoshioka Kenichi had a problem with leftover bread crusts. Seeking some use for them, he's put the same love he has for bread into making delicious craft beer.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Kushikatsu is a firm favorite in the foodie's paradise of Osaka. Fast, tasty and cheap, this deep-fried food on a stick is popular with Osakans who don't like wasting time and expect value for money.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Retired railway cars often end up in museums or parks to be appreciated after their service. However, some are abandoned, unable to be maintained. See the preservation efforts being made in Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Jean Bellorini has taken in girls exiled from Afghanistan under the Taliban regime as actresses. He creates plays with them in the belief that cultural interaction is an essential part of theater.

The magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Turkey displaced 2.5 million people. In Iskenderun, a group of evacuees are living in train carriages, where they struggle with loss and trauma.

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

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world, with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

A bread maker for many years, Yoshioka Kenichi had a problem with leftover bread crusts. Seeking some use for them, he's put the same love he has for bread into making delicious craft beer.

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

Kushikatsu is a firm favorite in the foodie's paradise of Osaka. Fast, tasty and cheap, this deep-fried food on a stick is popular with Osakans who don't like wasting time and expect value for money.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Maxine is a university student. She joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school. This experience changed her life.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of OBON SOCIETY whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.

Retired railway cars often end up in museums or parks to be appreciated after their service. However, some are abandoned, unable to be maintained. See the preservation efforts being made in Hokkaido.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Turkey displaced 2.5 million people. In Iskenderun, a group of evacuees are living in train carriages, where they struggle with loss and trauma.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's 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.

Jean Bellorini has taken in girls exiled from Afghanistan under the Taliban regime as actresses. He creates plays with them in the belief that cultural interaction is an essential part of theater.

We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's 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 day's developments and what is behind them.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world, with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

A bread maker for many years, Yoshioka Kenichi had a problem with leftover bread crusts. Seeking some use for them, he's put the same love he has for bread into making delicious craft beer.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Kushikatsu is a firm favorite in the foodie's paradise of Osaka. Fast, tasty and cheap, this deep-fried food on a stick is popular with Osakans who don't like wasting time and expect value for money.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 government data shows that retired women face a greater risk of financial insecurity than men. We look into the reasons for this and what can be done to fix the problem.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Turkey displaced 2.5 million people. In Iskenderun, a group of evacuees are living in train carriages, where they struggle with loss and trauma.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Jean Bellorini has taken in girls exiled from Afghanistan under the Taliban regime as actresses. He creates plays with them in the belief that cultural interaction is an essential part of theater.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 22, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world, with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

A bread maker for many years, Yoshioka Kenichi had a problem with leftover bread crusts. Seeking some use for them, he's put the same love he has for bread into making delicious craft beer.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's 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.

Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of OBON SOCIETY whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.

We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

Recent data show constipation can lead to life-threatening conditions like stroke and chronic kidney disease. We explore the risks of self-diagnosing and a new device for managing constipation.

Kushikatsu is a firm favorite in the foodie's paradise of Osaka. Fast, tasty and cheap, this deep-fried food on a stick is popular with Osakans who don't like wasting time and expect value for money.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Japanese government data shows that retired women face a greater risk of financial insecurity than men. We look into the reasons for this and what can be done to fix the problem.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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 magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Turkey displaced 2.5 million people. In Iskenderun, a group of evacuees are living in train carriages, where they struggle with loss and trauma.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's 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.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world, with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

A bread maker for many years, Yoshioka Kenichi had a problem with leftover bread crusts. Seeking some use for them, he's put the same love he has for bread into making delicious craft beer.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Maxine is a university student. She joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school. This experience changed her life.

We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

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

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at konamon: flour-based cuisine. Two popular examples are takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 22, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Chef Otsuka Kenichi and his wife Keiko relocated from Tokyo to Hokkaido six years ago. They now work with locals to source delicious ingredients even in the harshness of the northern winter.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japan's innovative, efficient, and convenient laundry services.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Japanese government data shows that retired women face a greater risk of financial insecurity than men. We look into the reasons for this and what can be done to fix the problem.

The proactive science education program which encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process.

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.

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?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 22, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: fan-cooled workwear and marine cargo tanks.

Each year in mountainous Japan, about 1,000 landslides including land slips, debris flows, and falling rocks occur, often causing major damage. We'll look at their causes and latest countermeasures.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "It Can't Be Done!"...

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Chef Otsuka Kenichi and his wife Keiko relocated from Tokyo to Hokkaido six years ago. They now work with locals to source delicious ingredients even in the harshness of the northern winter.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will broadcast GRAND SUMO November Tournament Day 14 action live from Fukuoka, as top wrestlers have their fourteenth bouts of the 15-day contest.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japan's innovative, efficient, and convenient laundry services.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Japanese government data shows that retired women face a greater risk of financial insecurity than men. We look into the reasons for this and what can be done to fix the problem.

The proactive science education program which encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: fan-cooled workwear and marine cargo tanks.

Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. Every detail of life here is reflected in the cooperative bond shared by residents.

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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Chef Otsuka Kenichi and his wife Keiko relocated from Tokyo to Hokkaido six years ago. They now work with locals to source delicious ingredients even in the harshness of the northern winter.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This time, we ride through Hokkaido in autumn. Along the way, we see the animals in its majestic landscape, and meet the indigenous Ainu, who have long lived in harmony with nature.

The proactive science education program which encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Since the 2011 tsunami, the population of Ogatsu, northeast Japan, has plummeted. We visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

#36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put "wa" after the name of something, then "nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.".

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

A pair of canoers take on one of the fastest-flowing streams in Hokkaido to feast their eyes on a valley adorned with autumn leaves. It's a paddler's delight to enjoy splendid views from their canoe!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.

Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process.

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 WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 23, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The Kumano Kodo was designated UNESCO World Heritage in 2004. Travel the JR Sangu and Kisei Lines along the trails on the Iseji route between Ise Jingu in Mie and Kumano Hayatama Taisha in Wakayama.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japan's innovative, efficient, and convenient laundry services.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Chef Otsuka Kenichi and his wife Keiko relocated from Tokyo to Hokkaido six years ago. They now work with locals to source delicious ingredients even in the harshness of the northern winter.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The Kumano Kodo was designated UNESCO World Heritage in 2004. Travel the JR Sangu and Kisei Lines along the trails on the Iseji route between Ise Jingu in Mie and Kumano Hayatama Taisha in Wakayama.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japan's innovative, efficient, and convenient laundry services.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This time, we ride through Hokkaido in autumn. Along the way, we see the animals in its majestic landscape, and meet the indigenous Ainu, who have long lived in harmony with nature.

The proactive science education program which encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Since the 2011 tsunami, the population of Ogatsu, northeast Japan, has plummeted. We visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

#36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put "wa" after the name of something, then "nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.".

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

A pair of canoers take on one of the fastest-flowing streams in Hokkaido to feast their eyes on a valley adorned with autumn leaves. It's a paddler's delight to enjoy splendid views from their canoe!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process.

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.

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?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 23, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In a wintry river, ice crystals come together, forming a road of white. We'll show you spectacular, never-before-seen footage of nature and ice. But is global warming changing this natural wonder?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The word yakumi refers to the use of traditional herbs and spices. Japanese food wouldn't be the same without favorites like wasabi or yuzu. See how these and more are influencing global food trends.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

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 2-11.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at konamon: flour-based cuisine. Two popular examples are takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

At a temple once believed to have been home to a dragon, we meet 20 playful cats. They show off their favorite spots and play together. Next, we visit Tokoname and meet a real-life beckoning cat!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode highlights Ishida Hiroyasu, a rising star known for his dynamic style and hit film Penguin Highway. Tune in for the full version of Ishida's feature film debut, Sonny Boy & Dewdrop Girl.

Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. Every detail of life here is reflected in the cooperative bond shared by residents.

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 23, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Since the 2011 tsunami, the population of Ogatsu, northeast Japan, has plummeted. We visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

#36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put "wa" after the name of something, then "nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.".

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

A pair of canoers take on one of the fastest-flowing streams in Hokkaido to feast their eyes on a valley adorned with autumn leaves. It's a paddler's delight to enjoy splendid views from their canoe!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In a wintry river, ice crystals come together, forming a road of white. We'll show you spectacular, never-before-seen footage of nature and ice. But is global warming changing this natural wonder?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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 2-11.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japan's innovative, efficient, and convenient laundry services.

At a temple once believed to have been home to a dragon, we meet 20 playful cats. They show off their favorite spots and play together. Next, we visit Tokoname and meet a real-life beckoning cat!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will broadcast GRAND SUMO November Tournament Day 15 action live from Fukuoka, as top wrestlers have their fifteenth bouts of the 15-day contest.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Since the 2011 tsunami, the population of Ogatsu, northeast Japan, has plummeted. We visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

#36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put "wa" after the name of something, then "nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.".

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

A pair of canoers take on one of the fastest-flowing streams in Hokkaido to feast their eyes on a valley adorned with autumn leaves. It's a paddler's delight to enjoy splendid views from their canoe!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode highlights Ishida Hiroyasu, a rising star known for his dynamic style and hit film Penguin Highway. Tune in for the full version of Ishida's feature film debut, Sonny Boy & Dewdrop Girl.

Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Florence is a city in Italy that is celebrated for its medieval history. Renowned as the birthplace of the Renaissance, from the 14th to 16th centuries, Florence was a cultural and artistic capital.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In a wintry river, ice crystals come together, forming a road of white. We'll show you spectacular, never-before-seen footage of nature and ice. But is global warming changing this natural wonder?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The word yakumi refers to the use of traditional herbs and spices. Japanese food wouldn't be the same without favorites like wasabi or yuzu. See how these and more are influencing global food trends.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This episode highlights Ishida Hiroyasu, a rising star known for his dynamic style and hit film Penguin Highway. Tune in for the full version of Ishida's feature film debut, Sonny Boy & Dewdrop Girl.

Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "It Can't Be Done!"...