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Influential ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige's "100 Famous Views of Edo", a series of prints encoding his view of the changing face of Japan.

The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is love.

At Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri, enormous floats called neputa are paraded through the streets. They're decorated with vibrant images, and some feature wire-frame 3D figures.

Today's theme: Evolved Kawaii Design. An iconic facet of Japanese pop culture, Kawaii design charms people across borders. Explore the people and designs of a new dimension to a Japanese phenomenon.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Sandwiches.

At the Imperial Palace, thoughtful preparation and meticulous attention to detail contribute to a warm welcome for distinguished guests. Join us as we go behind the scenes.

2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Nearly a year after a devastating Los Angeles wildfire, recovery has not been equal.Survivors face disaster capitalism and hard choices, while fighting to protect their community and their future.

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.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Sandwiches.

Influential ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige's "100 Famous Views of Edo", a series of prints encoding his view of the changing face of Japan.

The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is love.

At Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri, enormous floats called neputa are paraded through the streets. They're decorated with vibrant images, and some feature wire-frame 3D figures.

At the Imperial Palace, thoughtful preparation and meticulous attention to detail contribute to a warm welcome for distinguished guests. Join us as we go behind the scenes.

2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Nearly a year after a devastating Los Angeles wildfire, recovery has not been equal.Survivors face disaster capitalism and hard choices, while fighting to protect their community and their future.

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.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Sandwiches.

At the Imperial Palace, thoughtful preparation and meticulous attention to detail contribute to a warm welcome for distinguished guests. Join us as we go behind the scenes.

2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Influential ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige's "100 Famous Views of Edo", a series of prints encoding his view of the changing face of Japan.

The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is love.

At Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri, enormous floats called neputa are paraded through the streets. They're decorated with vibrant images, and some feature wire-frame 3D figures.