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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: Shuri Castle.

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

All moms need some "me time." That's why one forward-thinking woman in Kyoto established Mamo Heart, a space for mothers to not only relax, but also get their own business ideas off the ground.

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

Ogata Yuko has developed a medical device that can measure fetal heartbeat and send the results to a doctor remotely. The goal is to make childbirth safer in places without specialized OB-GYN care.

#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute.".

This episode introduces Japan's unique volunteer fire corps composed of local residents who often arrive at a disaster scene before professional firefighters. A Thai reporter visits Sano City.

This time we introduce "Core Kyoto Special: Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri," which shows the eagerness of foreign volunteers who support the Matsuri among Japanese people including Kyoto locals.

This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Ogata Yuko has developed a medical device that can measure fetal heartbeat and send the results to a doctor remotely. The goal is to make childbirth safer in places without specialized OB-GYN care.

#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute.".

This episode introduces Japan's unique volunteer fire corps composed of local residents who often arrive at a disaster scene before professional firefighters. A Thai reporter visits Sano City.

This time we introduce "Core Kyoto Special: Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri," which shows the eagerness of foreign volunteers who support the Matsuri among Japanese people including Kyoto locals.

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

The number of Vietnamese people working in Japan has been on the rise in recent years. And when a Vietnamese person in Japan is in need, Buddhist nun Thich Tam Tri is there to help, day or night.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: BRIDEAR (a five-piece all-female heavy metal band with a growing fanbase in Europe) and Matsuura Kodai (a singer with an astonishingly versatile voice).

Ogata Yuko has developed a medical device that can measure fetal heartbeat and send the results to a doctor remotely. The goal is to make childbirth safer in places without specialized OB-GYN care.

We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute.".

This episode introduces Japan's unique volunteer fire corps composed of local residents who often arrive at a disaster scene before professional firefighters. A Thai reporter visits Sano City.

This time we introduce "Core Kyoto Special: Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri," which shows the eagerness of foreign volunteers who support the Matsuri among Japanese people including Kyoto locals.

Ultrasound is emerging as an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. HIFU uses focused heat to target and destroy cancer cells, and there is minimal harm to the body. We report on its potential.

Ogata Yuko has developed a medical device that can measure fetal heartbeat and send the results to a doctor remotely. The goal is to make childbirth safer in places without specialized OB-GYN care.

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

#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute.".

This episode introduces Japan's unique volunteer fire corps composed of local residents who often arrive at a disaster scene before professional firefighters. A Thai reporter visits Sano City.

This time we introduce "Core Kyoto Special: Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri," which shows the eagerness of foreign volunteers who support the Matsuri among Japanese people including Kyoto locals.

The number of Vietnamese people working in Japan has been on the rise in recent years. And when a Vietnamese person in Japan is in need, Buddhist nun Thich Tam Tri is there to help, day or night.

We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

#35 I want to go to Owakudani and then eat a black egg. / Say multiple things you want to do by applying the "te" form to the first verb and the "wish" form, "taidesu," to the second verb.

In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.

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

Ultrasound is emerging as an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. HIFU uses focused heat to target and destroy cancer cells, and there is minimal harm to the body. We report on its potential.

#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute.".

This episode introduces Japan's unique volunteer fire corps composed of local residents who often arrive at a disaster scene before professional firefighters. A Thai reporter visits Sano City.

This time we introduce "Core Kyoto Special: Behind the Scenes of Gion Matsuri," which shows the eagerness of foreign volunteers who support the Matsuri among Japanese people including Kyoto locals.

We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

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

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

In Sapporo, Cveto Podlogar enjoys a ski mountaineering trip with the Academic Alpine Club of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.

Enomoto Megumi opened free learning centers modeled on traditional Japanese temple schools to provide education for disadvantaged children in Mozambique. She talks about breaking the poverty cycle.

Hokkaido is a treasure trove of seafood. Chef Hayashi heads to the city of Hakodate to visit the people involved in the production of kombu kelp, the foundation of Japanese cuisine.

A huge "danchi" housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households. Built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days, we asked residents about what life is like there.

Ultrasound is emerging as an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. HIFU uses focused heat to target and destroy cancer cells, and there is minimal harm to the body. We report on its potential.

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

Enomoto Megumi opened free learning centers modeled on traditional Japanese temple schools to provide education for disadvantaged children in Mozambique. She talks about breaking the poverty cycle.

In Sapporo, Cveto Podlogar enjoys a ski mountaineering trip with the Academic Alpine Club of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.

Hokkaido is a treasure trove of seafood. Chef Hayashi heads to the city of Hakodate to visit the people involved in the production of kombu kelp, the foundation of Japanese cuisine.

A huge "danchi" housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households. Built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days, we asked residents about what life is like there.

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

Hayakawa Chie has garnered international acclaim for "Plan 75," a feature-length drama about senior citizens facing choices of life and death. She shares her experience of making the film.

Ultrasound is emerging as an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. HIFU uses focused heat to target and destroy cancer cells, and there is minimal harm to the body. We report on its potential.

In Sapporo, Cveto Podlogar enjoys a ski mountaineering trip with the Academic Alpine Club of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.

Enomoto Megumi opened free learning centers modeled on traditional Japanese temple schools to provide education for disadvantaged children in Mozambique. She talks about breaking the poverty cycle.

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

Hokkaido is a treasure trove of seafood. Chef Hayashi heads to the city of Hakodate to visit the people involved in the production of kombu kelp, the foundation of Japanese cuisine.

A huge "danchi" housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households. Built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days, we asked residents about what life is like there.

Poisons from more than 200,000 species are being studied for uses to improve human lives. There's also progress on pesticides and kidney disease drugs that apply the features of biological toxins.

In Sapporo, Cveto Podlogar enjoys a ski mountaineering trip with the Academic Alpine Club of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.

Enomoto Megumi opened free learning centers modeled on traditional Japanese temple schools to provide education for disadvantaged children in Mozambique. She talks about breaking the poverty cycle.

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

Hokkaido is a treasure trove of seafood. Chef Hayashi heads to the city of Hakodate to visit the people involved in the production of kombu kelp, the foundation of Japanese cuisine.

Hayakawa Chie has garnered international acclaim for "Plan 75," a feature-length drama about senior citizens facing choices of life and death. She shares her experience of making the film.

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

From hotels to multi-purpose lockers, this episode features innovative storage-based business models.

A huge "danchi" housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households. Built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days, we asked residents about what life is like there.

Poisons from more than 200,000 species are being studied for uses to improve human lives. There's also progress on pesticides and kidney disease drugs that apply the features of biological toxins.

In Sapporo, Cveto Podlogar enjoys a ski mountaineering trip with the Academic Alpine Club of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.

Hokkaido is a treasure trove of seafood. Chef Hayashi heads to the city of Hakodate to visit the people involved in the production of kombu kelp, the foundation of Japanese cuisine.

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

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: Shuri Castle.

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