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With flashy armor and cunning tactics, samurai Maeda Toshiie struck fear in the heart of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and left a lasting cultural influence.

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

Onomichi Betcha is a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture. Masked ogres carry sticks with which to "torment" spectators. But being hit or poked with a stick is said to bring good luck.

Forty years ago, Akamatsu Ryoko, a visionary woman advocated for the passage of Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Now, a new generation continues the fight for gender equality.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Join May J. for music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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 2-14.

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine. It offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a mid-day nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Located on Terceira Island, about 1000 kilometers off the coast of Portugal, the designated World Heritage site of Angra do Heroismo is a port town which flourished during the Age of Exploration.

The carefully made Kareigawa Bento, featuring local Kagoshima cuisine, is sold at a wooden train station more than 120 years old, which tells the story of people brought together by the ekiben.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: asking someone to repeat and clarify. Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako lives in a mountain region. She cans and ferments local produce to make it through the depths of winter; work supported by nature's bounty and ancestral wisdom.

Forty years ago, Akamatsu Ryoko, a visionary woman advocated for the passage of Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Now, a new generation continues the fight for gender equality.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Located on Terceira Island, about 1000 kilometers off the coast of Portugal, the designated World Heritage site of Angra do Heroismo is a port town which flourished during the Age of Exploration.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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 2-14.

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine. It offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a mid-day nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

The carefully made Kareigawa Bento, featuring local Kagoshima cuisine, is sold at a wooden train station more than 120 years old, which tells the story of people brought together by the ekiben.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: asking someone to repeat and clarify. Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako lives in a mountain region. She cans and ferments local produce to make it through the depths of winter; work supported by nature's bounty and ancestral wisdom.

Forty years ago, Akamatsu Ryoko, a visionary woman advocated for the passage of Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Now, a new generation continues the fight for gender equality.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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 2-14.

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine. It offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a mid-day nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

Located on Terceira Island, about 1000 kilometers off the coast of Portugal, the designated World Heritage site of Angra do Heroismo is a port town which flourished during the Age of Exploration.

The carefully made Kareigawa Bento, featuring local Kagoshima cuisine, is sold at a wooden train station more than 120 years old, which tells the story of people brought together by the ekiben.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: asking someone to repeat and clarify. Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako lives in a mountain region. She cans and ferments local produce to make it through the depths of winter; work supported by nature's bounty and ancestral wisdom.

Forty years ago, Akamatsu Ryoko, a visionary woman advocated for the passage of Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Now, a new generation continues the fight for gender equality.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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 2-14.

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine. It offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a mid-day nap. At a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir! He's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

The carefully made Kareigawa Bento, featuring local Kagoshima cuisine, is sold at a wooden train station more than 120 years old, which tells the story of people brought together by the ekiben.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: asking someone to repeat and clarify. Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako lives in a mountain region. She cans and ferments local produce to make it through the depths of winter; work supported by nature's bounty and ancestral wisdom.

Located on Terceira Island, about 1000 kilometers off the coast of Portugal, the designated World Heritage site of Angra do Heroismo is a port town which flourished during the Age of Exploration.

Chatroom Japan puts a spotlight on our diverse international community.We report on the issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.

With its flammable peatlands, Indonesia's forest fires are among the most serious in Asia. Peatlands release 20 times normal CO2 when burned, causing damage to the atmosphere and natural resources.

Tagawa Kinya (Design engineer)investigates the process of design by looking at the work of Yanagi Sori, who shaped products by making models using different materials.

We meet English-born Roland Gregory, a.k.a. Roly, who runs his own apple orchard in the Nagano countryside, and Gethmina Dinithika from Sri Lanka, who works at a ramen shop in Ueda, also in Nagano.

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, the Kurushima Straits.

In Japan, extremely powerful lightning known as a superbolt can occur in the Hokuriku region during winter. What is the source of this power, which is comparable to a small nuclear explosion?

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

#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".

A Sri Lankan student participates in the Mie Prefecture "Youth Police Supporters" volunteer program that works with communities to build a safer society by preventing crimes before they occur.

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.

At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, 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.

We meet English-born Roland Gregory, a.k.a. Roly, who runs his own apple orchard in the Nagano countryside, and Gethmina Dinithika from Sri Lanka, who works at a ramen shop in Ueda, also in Nagano.

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

#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".

A Sri Lankan student participates in the Mie Prefecture "Youth Police Supporters" volunteer program that works with communities to build a safer society by preventing crimes before they occur.

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.

At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, 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.

We meet English-born Roland Gregory, a.k.a. Roly, who runs his own apple orchard in the Nagano countryside, and Gethmina Dinithika from Sri Lanka, who works at a ramen shop in Ueda, also in Nagano.

Atsuko Okatsuka is a US-based stand-up comedian with fans all over the world. She tells us why she pursues comedy, and talks about finding humor within the hardships of life in a minority group.

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

A billion cats are on the loose!? An online post throws the father into a panic. How should we interact with online information when fake images are on the rise, especially during disasters?

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. We learn that regular bathing was an essential part of life for the townspeople.

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

#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".

A Sri Lankan student participates in the Mie Prefecture "Youth Police Supporters" volunteer program that works with communities to build a safer society by preventing crimes before they occur.

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.

Hip osteoarthritis causes severe pain and may require artificial hip joint surgery. A Japanese university and a company have developed a long-lasting artificial joint, offering hope to many patients.

We meet English-born Roland Gregory, a.k.a. Roly, who runs his own apple orchard in the Nagano countryside, and Gethmina Dinithika from Sri Lanka, who works at a ramen shop in Ueda, also in Nagano.

At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, 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.

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

#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".

A Sri Lankan student participates in the Mie Prefecture "Youth Police Supporters" volunteer program that works with communities to build a safer society by preventing crimes before they occur.

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.

Atsuko Okatsuka is a US-based stand-up comedian with fans all over the world. She tells us why she pursues comedy, and talks about finding humor within the hardships of life in a minority group.

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

A billion cats are on the loose!? An online post throws the father into a panic. How should we interact with online information when fake images are on the rise, especially during disasters?

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. We learn that regular bathing was an essential part of life for the townspeople.

Bear attacks, including 13 deaths, are keeping Akita residents indoors, as fear reminiscent of the pandemic grows and experts probe why bear conflicts are surging and how Japan should respond.

Hip osteoarthritis causes severe pain and may require artificial hip joint surgery. A Japanese university and a company have developed a long-lasting artificial joint, offering hope to many patients.

We meet English-born Roland Gregory, a.k.a. Roly, who runs his own apple orchard in the Nagano countryside, and Gethmina Dinithika from Sri Lanka, who works at a ramen shop in Ueda, also in Nagano.

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

#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".

A Sri Lankan student participates in the Mie Prefecture "Youth Police Supporters" volunteer program that works with communities to build a safer society by preventing crimes before they occur.

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.

At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, 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.

Estella Mak visits Seto to explore a ceramic heritage dating back at least 1,000 years that is vibrant today. She gets hands-on in workshops and tries a local comfort food that replenished potters.

With betting tickets in hand, customers at a no-frills bar near a motorboat racing stadium in Fukuoka, ride the ups and downs of the exciting races. For three days, we followed their fortunes.

Hip osteoarthritis causes severe pain and may require artificial hip joint surgery. A Japanese university and a company have developed a long-lasting artificial joint, offering hope to many patients.

Japan's national sport, sumo has fans worldwide. We dig a little deeper into the sumo spirit!

Featured recipe: Homemade Udon Noodles with Poached Eggs/ Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Estella Mak visits Seto to explore a ceramic heritage dating back at least 1,000 years that is vibrant today. She gets hands-on in workshops and tries a local comfort food that replenished potters.

With betting tickets in hand, customers at a no-frills bar near a motorboat racing stadium in Fukuoka, ride the ups and downs of the exciting races. For three days, we followed their fortunes.

In Japan, extremely powerful lightning known as a superbolt can occur in the Hokuriku region during winter. What is the source of this power, which is comparable to a small nuclear explosion?

Hip osteoarthritis causes severe pain and may require artificial hip joint surgery. A Japanese university and a company have developed a long-lasting artificial joint, offering hope to many patients.

Estella Mak visits Seto to explore a ceramic heritage dating back at least 1,000 years that is vibrant today. She gets hands-on in workshops and tries a local comfort food that replenished potters.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

A-bomb survivor trees are treasured in Hiroshima. One cherry tree in a schoolyard has forged a bond with a former student, bringing her hope after the bombing and enduring joy.

"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!

A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.

With betting tickets in hand, customers at a no-frills bar near a motorboat racing stadium in Fukuoka, ride the ups and downs of the exciting races. For three days, we followed their fortunes.

Dr. KITAGAWA Susumu was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs). In this program, we explore MOFs and their potential to help combat global warming.

Estella Mak visits Seto to explore a ceramic heritage dating back at least 1,000 years that is vibrant today. She gets hands-on in workshops and tries a local comfort food that replenished potters.

Japan's national sport, sumo has fans worldwide. We dig a little deeper into the sumo spirit!

Featured recipe: Homemade Udon Noodles with Poached Eggs/ Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

A-bomb survivor trees are treasured in Hiroshima. One cherry tree in a schoolyard has forged a bond with a former student, bringing her hope after the bombing and enduring joy.

"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!

A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.

Lights observed over a Kyushu nuclear plant were suspected to be drones, yet no visual record was taken. Similar cases of drone incursion are reported globally. How should Japan and the world respond?

With betting tickets in hand, customers at a no-frills bar near a motorboat racing stadium in Fukuoka, ride the ups and downs of the exciting races. For three days, we followed their fortunes.

Dr. KITAGAWA Susumu was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs). In this program, we explore MOFs and their potential to help combat global warming.

Estella Mak visits Seto to explore a ceramic heritage dating back at least 1,000 years that is vibrant today. She gets hands-on in workshops and tries a local comfort food that replenished potters.

Japan's national sport, sumo has fans worldwide. We dig a little deeper into the sumo spirit!

Featured recipe: Homemade Udon Noodles with Poached Eggs/ Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world. She talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: capsule beds.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years. He treats and releases the many birds injured by human activity, while also working to prevent such accidents.

Dr. KITAGAWA Susumu was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs). In this program, we explore MOFs and their potential to help combat global warming.

The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalized in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world. She talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: capsule beds.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years. He treats and releases the many birds injured by human activity, while also working to prevent such accidents.

The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalized in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

Dr. KITAGAWA Susumu was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs). In this program, we explore MOFs and their potential to help combat global warming.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

A US rapper, who discovers the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, is moved to meet hibakusha and join anti-nuclear groups. He sees parallels between their discrimination and that of African Americans.

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 promotional(#PR) and personal posts.

We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world. She talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: capsule beds.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years. He treats and releases the many birds injured by human activity, while also working to prevent such accidents.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalized in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world. She talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: capsule beds.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

A US rapper, who discovers the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, is moved to meet hibakusha and join anti-nuclear groups. He sees parallels between their discrimination and that of African Americans.

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 promotional(#PR) and personal posts.

We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.

Leafy Logistics: This episode features a company using vending machines to sell fresh salads and another that has repurposed cigarette vending machines to sell tea.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years. He treats and releases the many birds injured by human activity, while also working to prevent such accidents.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world. She talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: capsule beds.

The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalized in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.