NHK WORLD JAPAN

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

Follow a kitty around a World Heritage Site! At a 125yearold sake brewery, a patrol kitty makes his rounds before relaxing in the adjacent garden next to a lovely fresh water pond.

We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove.

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

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.

Sake Educator Timothy Sullivan explains why and how Americans are enjoying this traditional Japanese beverage, now joining the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

From works of art to everyday containers, glass has an almost universal appeal. We dig a little deeper into the enchanting world of glass in 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.

This episode features businesses that are taking novel approaches to selling and caring for houseplants.

Have a cold? Take a cheese shower! Once again, the father has fallen victim to the filter bubble. When it comes to searching for health information, careful judgment is key, so take time to think!

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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

Miyuki Williams lives in Scotland and is the cofounder of Europes longestestablished Taiko group, Mugenkyo. This year, she is celebrating their 30th Anniversary with performances across the world.

Harasawa Shokos family lovingly call her the prime minister of apples. If only all governments functioned as well as her brilliant orchard!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to grass. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The festival on October 22 pays homage to Kyotos 1200year history with people parading in period costumes. Discover the citizens resilience as they created a new Kyoto.

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

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.

Visit two cat islands in Japans Seto Inland Sea. The kitties on Ao Island outnumber humans. Watch them catch fish on the rocks! Join more kitties on Ogi Island for some sun time on a roof.

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

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 features businesses that are taking novel approaches to selling and caring for houseplants.

NHK WORLDJAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

The ferocious hornets stingers have evolved over 300 million years. How do they work? Discover the secrets behind the hornets incredible strength.

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 features businesses that are taking novel approaches to selling and caring for houseplants.

Tail rollers are all the rage with popular influencers.The father gets his own, unaware of the concept of stealth marketing. Be sure to distinguish between promotionalPR and personal posts.

A historic fight between sumo wrestlers and the Megumi firefighting gang is dramatized in this play, which ends in a freeforall on stage. Kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke is our guide.

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 time in Wakayama, heartland of shoyu, we find a distinctive ramen culture pairing ramen and...sushi?!

Miyuki Williams lives in Scotland and is the cofounder of Europes longestestablished Taiko group, Mugenkyo. This year, she is celebrating their 30th Anniversary with performances across the world.

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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

Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Watch players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the piano.

Harasawa Shokos family lovingly call her the prime minister of apples. If only all governments functioned as well as her brilliant orchard!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to grass. Explore the unique culture behind them.

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 features services that use modern technology to help keep hikers and swimmers safe.

NHK WORLDJAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

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

Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural center. Large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

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.

A historic fight between sumo wrestlers and the Megumi firefighting gang is dramatized in this play, which ends in a freeforall on stage. Kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke is our guide.

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

Visit two cat islands in Japans Seto Inland Sea. The kitties on Ao Island outnumber humans. Watch them catch fish on the rocks! Join more kitties on Ogi Island for some sun time on a roof.

Muhammad Noor works to unite stateless Rohingya refugees through digital language preservation and creating digital IDs, offering vital support to their community.

The ferocious hornets stingers have evolved over 300 million years. How do they work? Discover the secrets behind the hornets incredible strength.

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 features services that use modern technology to help keep hikers and swimmers safe.

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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

Origami is magic made from a single sheet of paper. We introduce two artists who create impressive geometric patterns. And our expert, Dr. OrigamI, will teach you how to make an origami craft.

Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural center. Large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

Miyuki Williams lives in Scotland and is the cofounder of Europes longestestablished Taiko group, Mugenkyo. This year, she is celebrating their 30th Anniversary with performances across the world.

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 features services that use modern technology to help keep hikers and swimmers safe.

Harasawa Shokos family lovingly call her the prime minister of apples. If only all governments functioned as well as her brilliant orchard!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to grass. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The festival on October 22 pays homage to Kyotos 1200year history with people parading in period costumes. Discover the citizens resilience as they created a new Kyoto.

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

Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Watch players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the piano.

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.