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Painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction, fifth Tokugawa Shogun, Tsunayoshi. But is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share.

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.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan. Since its foundation in 711, the Inari deities attract worshippers with varying needs.

A group known as Kalakasan has been formed to support Filipino women in Japan who grapple with social problems including domestic violence, illness, and isolation due to the language barrier.

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.

#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne.".

Hina dolls, which represent the emperor, empress, and the imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March 3rd, Girl's Day celebration after they are born.

Painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction, fifth Tokugawa Shogun, Tsunayoshi. But is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share.

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.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan. Since its foundation in 711, the Inari deities attract worshippers with varying needs.

Countries and businesses are scrambling to act as the world hurtles toward climate catastrophe. But there are problems with their methods. We look at blind spots in the fight against climate change.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: SARD UNDERGROUND (a tribute band who play songs by legendary J-pop group ZARD); and Lienel (a six-member dance-and-vocal group who debuted last year).

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-6.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at furoshiki--beautiful and multifunctional wrapping cloths.

Kitty finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum -will we have a winner? Join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.

Seto Inland Sea is the largest body of water of its kind in Japan. See the sights of the Great Seto Bridge and the shallow coastal waters through time-lapse photography.

How many benches seating 4 are needed for 14 children? Barky steps in to illustrate how to understand divisions and remainders, concluding that 1 more bench is needed.

Bologna, a city in northern Italy, has been a commercial and transportation hub since ancient Rome. The pride of the city is Bologna University and porticoes, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nikko, in Tochigi Prefecture, is home to much natural beauty with its great mountains and lakes. The ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine is famous. See the widely beloved Nikko through time-lapse photography.

#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne.".

Hina dolls, which represent the emperor, empress, and the imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March 3rd, Girl's Day celebration after they are born.

Countries and businesses are scrambling to act as the world hurtles toward climate catastrophe. But there are problems with their methods. We look at blind spots in the fight against climate change.

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.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-6.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at furoshiki--beautiful and multifunctional wrapping cloths.

Kitty finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum -will we have a winner? Join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.

#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne.".

Hina dolls, which represent the emperor, empress, and the imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March 3rd, Girl's Day celebration after they are born.

Seto Inland Sea is the largest body of water of its kind in Japan. See the sights of the Great Seto Bridge and the shallow coastal waters through time-lapse photography.

How many benches seating 4 are needed for 14 children? Barky steps in to illustrate how to understand divisions and remainders, concluding that 1 more bench is needed.

Bologna, a city in northern Italy, has been a commercial and transportation hub since ancient Rome. The pride of the city is Bologna University and porticoes, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nikko, in Tochigi Prefecture, is home to much natural beauty with its great mountains and lakes. The ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine is famous. See the widely beloved Nikko through time-lapse photography.

Countries and businesses are scrambling to act as the world hurtles toward climate catastrophe. But there are problems with their methods. We look at blind spots in the fight against climate change.

Seto Inland Sea is the largest body of water of its kind in Japan. See the sights of the Great Seto Bridge and the shallow coastal waters through time-lapse photography.

How many benches seating 4 are needed for 14 children? Barky steps in to illustrate how to understand divisions and remainders, concluding that 1 more bench is needed.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: SARD UNDERGROUND (a tribute band who play songs by legendary J-pop group ZARD); and Lienel (a six-member dance-and-vocal group who debuted last year).

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 "Tape Measure Jackie"...

Tomanik, from Poland, can explain himself in meetings in Japanese just fine, but tends to make very long explanations. By role-playing, he'll learn how to express himself more directly.

Bologna, a city in northern Italy, has been a commercial and transportation hub since ancient Rome. The pride of the city is Bologna University and porticoes, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nikko, in Tochigi Prefecture, is home to much natural beauty with its great mountains and lakes. The ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine is famous. See the widely beloved Nikko through time-lapse photography.

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: ultra-thin silk fabrics and membrane structures.

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.

Kitty finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum -will we have a winner? Join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.

Countries and businesses are scrambling to act as the world hurtles toward climate catastrophe. But there are problems with their methods. We look at blind spots in the fight against climate change.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: SARD UNDERGROUND (a tribute band who play songs by legendary J-pop group ZARD); and Lienel (a six-member dance-and-vocal group who debuted last year).

Tomanik, from Poland, can explain himself in meetings in Japanese just fine, but tends to make very long explanations. By role-playing, he'll learn how to express himself more directly.

Kitty finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum -will we have a winner? Join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.

Seto Inland Sea is the largest body of water of its kind in Japan. See the sights of the Great Seto Bridge and the shallow coastal waters through time-lapse photography.

How many benches seating 4 are needed for 14 children? Barky steps in to illustrate how to understand divisions and remainders, concluding that 1 more bench is needed.

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: ultra-thin silk fabrics and membrane structures.

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.

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 "Tape Measure Jackie"...

Bologna, a city in northern Italy, has been a commercial and transportation hub since ancient Rome. The pride of the city is Bologna University and porticoes, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nikko, in Tochigi Prefecture, is home to much natural beauty with its great mountains and lakes. The ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine is famous. See the widely beloved Nikko through time-lapse photography.

A Brazilian couple who moved to Shiga Prefecture, Japan, teaches taekwondo to children. Their efforts are helping kids develop more than just athletically.

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, Nii Oshima Island.

Tanaka Terumi, a member of a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors, spoke at a high school in Saitama City and urged students to think about how to create a future without nuclear weapons.

#33 How long does it take to get in? / To ask how long something takes, say "donokurai" (how long and how much), then a verb like "machimasu" (to wait), and finally add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world.

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.

Tanaka Terumi, a member of a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors, spoke at a high school in Saitama City and urged students to think about how to create a future without nuclear weapons.

#33 How long does it take to get in? / To ask how long something takes, say "donokurai" (how long and how much), then a verb like "machimasu" (to wait), and finally add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world.

Katoh Gizan's works have fetched substantial sums at auctions in New York, earning him an international reputation. He talks about making sculptures for temples damaged in the 2011 Tohoku earthquake.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week: SARD UNDERGROUND (a tribute band who play songs by legendary J-pop group ZARD); and Lienel (a six-member dance-and-vocal group who debuted last year).

Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

Tanaka Terumi, a member of a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors, spoke at a high school in Saitama City and urged students to think about how to create a future without nuclear weapons.

#33 How long does it take to get in? / To ask how long something takes, say "donokurai" (how long and how much), then a verb like "machimasu" (to wait), and finally add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world.

From prevention to cure! The groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare. For your healthy lifestyle, this program shows tips of superfoods and easy exercises.

Tanaka Terumi, a member of a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors, spoke at a high school in Saitama City and urged students to think about how to create a future without nuclear weapons.

#33 How long does it take to get in? / To ask how long something takes, say "donokurai" (how long and how much), then a verb like "machimasu" (to wait), and finally add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world.

Katoh Gizan's works have fetched substantial sums at auctions in New York, earning him an international reputation. He talks about making sculptures for temples damaged in the 2011 Tohoku earthquake.

Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne.".

Hina dolls, which represent the emperor, empress, and the imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March 3rd, Girl's Day celebration after they are born.

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, Nii Oshima Island.

From prevention to cure! The groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare. For your healthy lifestyle, this program shows tips of superfoods and easy exercises.

Tanaka Terumi, a member of a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors, spoke at a high school in Saitama City and urged students to think about how to create a future without nuclear weapons.

#33 How long does it take to get in? / To ask how long something takes, say "donokurai" (how long and how much), then a verb like "machimasu" (to wait), and finally add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world.

Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes in just 5 minutes! Chefs Saito and Rika present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.