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Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025. She talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.

Eggplants nasu take the spotlight. Enjoy juicy mizu-nasu and melt in your mouth Kamo nasu. From traditional shojin ryori to sweets, discover the surprising range of Japanese eggplants.

Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.

Japanese swords are called "metal made art." The once lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery.

Health tech entrepreneur Ajima Masumi has developed an app to analyze the condition of children with developmental disorders, aiming to help them reach their potential regardless of their background.

Join us as we explore the Haneda district, best known for its airport. As we trace its history, we learn about its past as a fishing community and tourist destination famous for its ocean views.

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

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concentrated laundry detergent.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging the shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan but also depicted in works of art. They may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan but also depicted in works of art. They may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

Tomita Hiroshi is the founder of a company that specializes in detecting underground cavities. He discusses how his technology is reducing risks and mitigating damage from all sorts of disasters.

Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists. Visit farms that produce eggs safe to eat raw, and savor a variety of dishes at a long-established Kyoto restaurant.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan but also depicted in works of art. They may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

Tomita Hiroshi is the founder of a company that specializes in detecting underground cavities. He discusses how his technology is reducing risks and mitigating damage from all sorts of disasters.

Unique Japanese egg dishes like raw egg over rice are a hit with inbound tourists. Visit farms that produce eggs safe to eat raw, and savor a variety of dishes at a long-established Kyoto restaurant.

In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan but also depicted in works of art. They may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will air its Grand Sumo Preview for the tourney starting ( ). Our reporter visits the city to meet wrestlers and find out their secret of winning.

An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will air its Grand Sumo Preview for the tourney starting ( ). Our reporter visits the city to meet wrestlers and find out their secret of winning.

An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change.

Makihara Daizoh is drawing attention from around the world for crafting timepieces that embody a Japanese aesthetic. He talks about the appeal of analog watchmaking in the digital age.

The number of tornadoes is surging in the US - the world's hotspot. What's driving the rise? We met the scientists who are uncovering their mechanisms and using new technology to save lives.

Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima. Sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

Today's theme: Bodies. As AI, digital and virtual spaces take over, thinking about physical bodies is more important than ever. Explore the role of designs which are rooted in human physicality.

An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will air its Grand Sumo Preview for the tourney starting ( ). Our reporter visits the city to meet wrestlers and find out their secret of winning.

Makihara Daizoh is drawing attention from around the world for crafting timepieces that embody a Japanese aesthetic. He talks about the appeal of analog watchmaking in the digital age.

The number of tornadoes is surging in the US - the world's hotspot. What's driving the rise? We met the scientists who are uncovering their mechanisms and using new technology to save lives.

A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use "drifting mosquito hooks" to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favorite of the Edo townspeople.

Glaucoma, which can lead to blindness, often shows no symptoms in the early stages.We feature the latest efforts to restore the optic nerve, including new surgical techniques and gene therapy.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

Today's theme: Bodies. As AI, digital and virtual spaces take over, thinking about physical bodies is more important than ever. Explore the role of designs which are rooted in human physicality.

An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change.

Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima. Sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concentrated laundry detergent.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN will air its Grand Sumo Preview for the tourney starting ( ). Our reporter visits the city to meet wrestlers and find out their secret of winning.

At top-ranked Univ. of Tokyo, where only 20% of students are female, many women have had their "wings" clipped. Through the university's history, we confront deep-rooted issues in Japanese society.

A series delivering life-saving wisdom from Japan. This episode focuses on tsunamis, sharing evacuation strategies and the latest research to save lives in the future.

Travel from Kushiro to Abashiri through winter scenery, and see rare cranes and other wildlife along the way. An active volcano has deep links to the railway. Drift ice floats off the Shiretoko coast.

Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts.

Today's theme: Bodies. As AI, digital and virtual spaces take over, thinking about physical bodies is more important than ever. Explore the role of designs which are rooted in human physicality.

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 "Assemble" special episode.

Wakayama Castle was a crucial castle for Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu who both guided Japan to peace. Its location south of the economic center of Osaka near the Pacific Ocean was strategic.

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

The highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long, heavy pole. This follows the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

yano et agatsuma. New Traditional Japanese Music: Piano, Shamisen, and Electronic Sounds.

In this episode, we look at Japan's efforts to improve tsunami evacuation, from overcoming "normalcy bias" that causes people to underestimate risk, to the installation of coastal evacuation towers.

Yamagata / Minagawa Akira (designer) To make a "dantsu" carpet, everything from yarn-making to weaving is done by hand. Minagawa experiences the deep allure of handmade goods.

At top-ranked Univ. of Tokyo, where only 20% of students are female, many women have had their "wings" clipped. Through the university's history, we confront deep-rooted issues in Japanese society.

A series delivering life-saving wisdom from Japan. This episode focuses on tsunamis, sharing evacuation strategies and the latest research to save lives in the future.

Wakayama Castle was a crucial castle for Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu who both guided Japan to peace. Its location south of the economic center of Osaka near the Pacific Ocean was strategic.

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

The highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long, heavy pole. This follows the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

Today's theme: Bodies. As AI, digital and virtual spaces take over, thinking about physical bodies is more important than ever. Explore the role of designs which are rooted in human physicality.

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 "Assemble" special episode.

Travel from Kushiro to Abashiri through winter scenery, and see rare cranes and other wildlife along the way. An active volcano has deep links to the railway. Drift ice floats off the Shiretoko coast.

Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts.

yano et agatsuma. New Traditional Japanese Music: Piano, Shamisen, and Electronic Sounds.

In this episode, we look at Japan's efforts to improve tsunami evacuation, from overcoming "normalcy bias" that causes people to underestimate risk, to the installation of coastal evacuation towers.

Yamagata / Minagawa Akira (designer) To make a "dantsu" carpet, everything from yarn-making to weaving is done by hand. Minagawa experiences the deep allure of handmade goods.

At top-ranked Univ. of Tokyo, where only 20% of students are female, many women have had their "wings" clipped. Through the university's history, we confront deep-rooted issues in Japanese society.

A series delivering life-saving wisdom from Japan. This episode focuses on tsunamis, sharing evacuation strategies and the latest research to save lives in the future.

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 "Assemble" special episode.

Travel from Kushiro to Abashiri through winter scenery, and see rare cranes and other wildlife along the way. An active volcano has deep links to the railway. Drift ice floats off the Shiretoko coast.

Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts.

Wakayama Castle was a crucial castle for Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu who both guided Japan to peace. Its location south of the economic center of Osaka near the Pacific Ocean was strategic.

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

The highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long, heavy pole. This follows the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

yano et agatsuma. New Traditional Japanese Music: Piano, Shamisen, and Electronic Sounds.

In this episode, we look at Japan's efforts to improve tsunami evacuation, from overcoming "normalcy bias" that causes people to underestimate risk, to the installation of coastal evacuation towers.

Yamagata / Minagawa Akira (designer) To make a "dantsu" carpet, everything from yarn-making to weaving is done by hand. Minagawa experiences the deep allure of handmade goods.

At top-ranked Univ. of Tokyo, where only 20% of students are female, many women have had their "wings" clipped. Through the university's history, we confront deep-rooted issues in Japanese society.

A series delivering life-saving wisdom from Japan. This episode focuses on tsunamis, sharing evacuation strategies and the latest research to save lives in the future.

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 "Assemble" special episode.

Travel from Kushiro to Abashiri through winter scenery, and see rare cranes and other wildlife along the way. An active volcano has deep links to the railway. Drift ice floats off the Shiretoko coast.

Spaces under Japan's elevated train tracks are being used in a variety of ways, from restaurants to skate parks. Some towns are utilizing these spaces as part of their regional revitalization efforts.

yano et agatsuma. New Traditional Japanese Music: Piano, Shamisen, and Electronic Sounds.

In this episode, we look at Japan's efforts to improve tsunami evacuation, from overcoming "normalcy bias" that causes people to underestimate risk, to the installation of coastal evacuation towers.

Yamagata / Minagawa Akira (designer) To make a "dantsu" carpet, everything from yarn-making to weaving is done by hand. Minagawa experiences the deep allure of handmade goods.

Wakayama Castle was a crucial castle for Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu who both guided Japan to peace. Its location south of the economic center of Osaka near the Pacific Ocean was strategic.

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

The highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long, heavy pole. This follows the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

On a hill near the ocean is a telephone booth known as the "Telephone of the Wind". It is connected to nowhere, but people come to whisper messages to family members lost in the 2011 tsunami.

13 years after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, a stage race is held on the coast of Iwate, covering 130 km in 3 days. We follow the runners as they learn about the area's recovery.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, CROWN HEAD (a rock band creating a buzz after debuting this year) and Takagi Reni from Momoiro Clover Z stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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 1-9.

Japan's comfort food, onigiri. We explore new types trending on social media, the latest convenience-store offerings, and an emergency version that can be stored at room temperature for five years.

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

The British city of Oxford is home to the renowned University of Oxford. The city's 900-year academic history shapes its streets with rich traditions, historic colleges, and a unique scholarly spirit.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

Kata-yuzen, the stenciled beauty of dyeing. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Irving-san, from Mexico, has trouble with "keego." Soon, he will begin working at the clients' office 2 days a week. To improve his "keego," Irving-san will tackle the role-play challenge.

On a hill near the ocean is a telephone booth known as the "Telephone of the Wind". It is connected to nowhere, but people come to whisper messages to family members lost in the 2011 tsunami.

13 years after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, a stage race is held on the coast of Iwate, covering 130 km in 3 days. We follow the runners as they learn about the area's recovery.

Suivez des combats de sumo, un sport japonais vieux de plus de 1500 ans, et inspiré de la tradition religieuse shintoïste.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, CROWN HEAD (a rock band creating a buzz after debuting this year) and Takagi Reni from Momoiro Clover Z stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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 1-9.

Japan's comfort food, onigiri. We explore new types trending on social media, the latest convenience-store offerings, and an emergency version that can be stored at room temperature for five years.

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

Kirikane, the beauty of gossamer gold leaf craftsmanship. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Irving-san, from Mexico, has trouble with "keego." Soon, he will begin working at the clients' office 2 days a week. To improve his "keego," Irving-san will tackle the role-play challenge.

On a hill near the ocean is a telephone booth known as the "Telephone of the Wind". It is connected to nowhere, but people come to whisper messages to family members lost in the 2011 tsunami.

13 years after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, a stage race is held on the coast of Iwate, covering 130 km in 3 days. We follow the runners as they learn about the area's recovery.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, CROWN HEAD (a rock band creating a buzz after debuting this year) and Takagi Reni from Momoiro Clover Z stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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 1-9.

Japan's comfort food, onigiri. We explore new types trending on social media, the latest convenience-store offerings, and an emergency version that can be stored at room temperature for five years.

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

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

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Shuri Castle.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

Raden, the iridescent sheen of Kyoto craftwork. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Irving-san, from Mexico, has trouble with "keego." Soon, he will begin working at the clients' office 2 days a week. To improve his "keego," Irving-san will tackle the role-play challenge.

On a hill near the ocean is a telephone booth known as the "Telephone of the Wind". It is connected to nowhere, but people come to whisper messages to family members lost in the 2011 tsunami.

13 years after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, a stage race is held on the coast of Iwate, covering 130 km in 3 days. We follow the runners as they learn about the area's recovery.

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, CROWN HEAD (a rock band creating a buzz after debuting this year) and Takagi Reni from Momoiro Clover Z stop by the studio to chat and perform.

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 1-9.

Japan's comfort food, onigiri. We explore new types trending on social media, the latest convenience-store offerings, and an emergency version that can be stored at room temperature for five years.

Ricky was born in an apple orchard. It's a perfect playground for mischievous kittens! Peh spends the autumn in golden rice fields, hiding and hunting grasshoppers. Watch out for his pounce!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

Washi, diverse beauty in everyday life. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Irving-san, from Mexico, has trouble with "keego." Soon, he will begin working at the clients' office 2 days a week. To improve his "keego," Irving-san will tackle the role-play challenge.

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

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Shuri Castle.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).