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Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity.

Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa.

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.

Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5.

Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home.

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

Join us on a scenic drive through Hokkaido, where we uncover its charm by exploring two milks - fresh dairy from the land and oysters from the sea.

Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine.

This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.

At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone.

Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity.

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.

Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5.

Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home.

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa.

Join us on a scenic drive through Hokkaido, where we uncover its charm by exploring two milks - fresh dairy from the land and oysters from the sea.

Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine.

This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.

At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone.

Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity.

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.

Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5.

Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home.

On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.

Join us on a scenic drive through Hokkaido, where we uncover its charm by exploring two milks - fresh dairy from the land and oysters from the sea.

Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine.

This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.

At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone.

Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa.

Shocked by what he saw in India's textile industry, Aditya travelled to Japan to find a better way to produce fabric. He works with a start-up that's hoping to change how we create clothes.

Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometers in their return journey across the North Pacific. Global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action.

Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown.

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, Nii Oshima Island.

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.

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

#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka.".

What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation.

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.

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

#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka.".

What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation.

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.

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.

Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.

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

#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka.".

What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation.

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.

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.

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 hair. Explore the unique culture behind them.

#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka.".

What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation.

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.

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.

Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.

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.

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

#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka.".

What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!