NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Japanese convenience stores are going viral. Jeff Lenard at the National Association of Convenience Stores examines their impact on US retail trends.

From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster preparedness technology is safeguarding Japan's irreplaceable cultural properties.

Rectal cancer is increasing among younger people. Depending on the stage, a stoma may be needed. We report on efforts to preserve the anus using robotic-assisted surgery and artificial intelligence.

Two years after the Noto earthquake, Kyle Card visits the peninsula to see how residents are rebuilding.

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

The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.

We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. Today the young students have come dressed in their finest, and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

Rika's Signature Okonomiyaki - A perfect combination of crispy and fluffy textures. Made with flour and grated potato for an irresistible chewiness, and a rich, savory flavor.

Shosanbetsu village's sole convenience store is indispensable for its 1,000 residents, especially in midwinter. For three days, we talked to customers about daily life in this Hokkaido village.

Osaka University assistant professor Shunsuke Shigaki seeks to design a robot that realizes the challenging function of odor detection by recreating the capabilities of the silk moth.

Two years after the Noto earthquake, Kyle Card visits the peninsula to see how residents are rebuilding.

Japanese convenience stores are going viral. Jeff Lenard at the National Association of Convenience Stores examines their impact on US retail trends.

Despite their size, there are small living creatures with the power to enrich our lives in surprising ways. Let's dig a little deeper into this tiny world!

Rika's Signature Okonomiyaki - A perfect combination of crispy and fluffy textures. Made with flour and grated potato for an irresistible chewiness, and a rich, savory flavor.

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

The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.

We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. Today the young students have come dressed in their finest, and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

Hospice-style residences are emerging as a new end-of-life housing option in Japan. They offer comfort and care unavailable at nursing homes and hospitals. But they also present unique challenges.

Shosanbetsu village's sole convenience store is indispensable for its 1,000 residents, especially in midwinter. For three days, we talked to customers about daily life in this Hokkaido village.

Osaka University assistant professor Shunsuke Shigaki seeks to design a robot that realizes the challenging function of odor detection by recreating the capabilities of the silk moth.

Two years after the Noto earthquake, Kyle Card visits the peninsula to see how residents are rebuilding.

Rika's Signature Okonomiyaki - A perfect combination of crispy and fluffy textures. Made with flour and grated potato for an irresistible chewiness, and a rich, savory flavor.

A close-up look at cities worldwide,as seen by a walking tourist.You visit places off the beaten path and meet people. Today: Adelaide, Australia.

For over 100 years, Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms. See the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

Japanese convenience stores are going viral. Jeff Lenard at the National Association of Convenience Stores examines their impact on US retail trends.

Despite their size, there are small living creatures with the power to enrich our lives in surprising ways. Let's dig a little deeper into this tiny world!