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NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 4 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

'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 news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Known to the world as panko, Japanese breadcrumbs are made by breaking apart fresh loaves of bread - experience Japan's crunchy, juicy, and truly unique fried food culture.

An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.

This UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluation and designation.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of 'living in the here and now.'

Uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen in Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan!

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.

Fireworks lit up the skies practically every summer's night for a time during the Edo period - it was a chance for women to dress up, let loose, and attract male suitors.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Camping is enjoyed in many different ways in Japan - women-only and solo trips are common, and camping can even serve as a way to prepare for disaster. We look into its popularity and appeal.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Japan's night trains all but disappeared with the expansion of the Shinkansen - now the last remaining sleeper expresses, along with a new night train, are trending once more. We take a closer look.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluation and designation.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 5 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

'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 news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of 'living in the here and now.'

Uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen in Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan!

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.

Fireworks lit up the skies practically every summer's night for a time during the Edo period - it was a chance for women to dress up, let loose, and attract male suitors.

Maiko have entertained people for centuries in the city of Sakata in northeastern Japan - now a master of the art is helping younger women follow in her path and gain confidence with every step.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

Camping is enjoyed in many different ways in Japan - women-only and solo trips are common, and camping can even serve as a way to prepare for disaster. We look into its popularity and appeal.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Japan's night trains all but disappeared with the expansion of the Shinkansen - now the last remaining sleeper expresses, along with a new night train, are trending once more. We take a closer look.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluation and designation.