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Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a play where two people must hide their true characters and feelings to survive a turbulent historic era.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese.

Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

The Kiso region in Nagano Prefecture is covered by coniferous forests that have been tended by human hands over generations. Join us as we savor the rich culture they've shaped.

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

Railway Technical Research Institute leads R&D for Japan's railways, from the JR companies to smaller regional lines. See the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of rail transport.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese.

Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

The Kiso region in Nagano Prefecture is covered by coniferous forests that have been tended by human hands over generations. Join us as we savor the rich culture they've shaped.

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

Railway Technical Research Institute leads R&D for Japan's railways, from the JR companies to smaller regional lines. See the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of rail transport.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

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

Railway Technical Research Institute leads R&D for Japan's railways, from the JR companies to smaller regional lines. See the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of rail transport.

In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

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

Many customers at a drive-through restaurant in Niigata Prefecture order "Italian" - fried noodles topped with meat sauce. For three days, we asked them why this comfort food always hits the spot.

Railway Technical Research Institute leads R&D for Japan's railways, from the JR companies to smaller regional lines. See the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of rail transport.

In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

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.

A Brazilian woman living in Japan is trying to promote a music video she made for kids about sexual abuse while navigating the differences between the two cultures.

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.

In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

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.

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.

A new treatment for irregular heartbeats, pulsed field ablation, or PFA, reduces patient burden and offers high success rates. We also explore a food component that may help prevent the condition.

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.

In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

A Brazilian woman living in Japan is trying to promote a music video she made for kids about sexual abuse while navigating the differences between the two cultures.

The stories and secrets behind world-renowned Japanese products,revealed through interviews and reenactments. Join our reporter for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at Japanese craftsmanship.

Adam Smith is a potter from England who follows a self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture. He creates rich natural colors by using handmade glazes made from local plants.

Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

This renovation pro revitalizes seemingly worthless old buildings, turning them into places full of smiles. The story of an architect who keeps envisioning a warm future in the face of harsh reality.

Featured recipe: Dashimaki Omelet. Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

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.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on the Japanese wrapping cloth furoshiki, "Become an Athlete for three minutes" (sumo exercise), and "Color Passion" musical performance. It energizes kids.

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

In September, 11 districts in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture parade along different routes performing Etchu Owara-Kaze-no-Bon, a 300-year-old matsuri that features elegant music, dancing, and singing.

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

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator) Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

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

In September, 11 districts in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture parade along different routes performing Etchu Owara-Kaze-no-Bon, a 300-year-old matsuri that features elegant music, dancing, and singing.

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.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on the Japanese wrapping cloth furoshiki, "Become an Athlete for three minutes" (sumo exercise), and "Color Passion" musical performance. It energizes kids.

This renovation pro revitalizes seemingly worthless old buildings, turning them into places full of smiles. The story of an architect who keeps envisioning a warm future in the face of harsh reality.

Featured recipe: Dashimaki Omelet. Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

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

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator) Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

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.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on the Japanese wrapping cloth furoshiki, "Become an Athlete for three minutes" (sumo exercise), and "Color Passion" musical performance. It energizes kids.

This renovation pro revitalizes seemingly worthless old buildings, turning them into places full of smiles. The story of an architect who keeps envisioning a warm future in the face of harsh reality.

Featured recipe: Dashimaki Omelet. Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

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

In September, 11 districts in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture parade along different routes performing Etchu Owara-Kaze-no-Bon, a 300-year-old matsuri that features elegant music, dancing, and singing.

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

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator) Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

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.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on the Japanese wrapping cloth furoshiki, "Become an Athlete for three minutes" (sumo exercise), and "Color Passion" musical performance. It energizes kids.

This renovation pro revitalizes seemingly worthless old buildings, turning them into places full of smiles. The story of an architect who keeps envisioning a warm future in the face of harsh reality.

Featured recipe: Dashimaki Omelet. Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

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

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator) Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

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

In September, 11 districts in Yatsuo, Toyama Prefecture parade along different routes performing Etchu Owara-Kaze-no-Bon, a 300-year-old matsuri that features elegant music, dancing, and singing.

Takao Michiko devoted 50 years to bridging Japan and Ukraine through ballet. She and her Kyiv-based son drove vital projects despite the war. Defying the sirens, ensuring the curtain never falls...

An autumn visit of Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden where nature from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule of culture and history.

In Japan, nostalgia is spreading for the Showa era (1926-1989). We introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the "good old days.".

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is the East Coast's second-largest city in the US after NYC. It's the birthplace of the US and was once the capital. It's now a favorite for history buffs.

Cosplayer Yuriko Tiger heads to Hokkaido to explore the real locations behind the hit anime Golden Kamuy. Discover the hidden history of Otaru and the rich traditions of the indigenous Ainu people.

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

Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.

Trash Tribe is a band led by Oomote Fumiaki. Their instruments are made with marine trash. Fishing line and driftwood on strings. Plastic bottle percussion. Their laid-back music has fans of all ages.

Takao Michiko devoted 50 years to bridging Japan and Ukraine through ballet. She and her Kyiv-based son drove vital projects despite the war. Defying the sirens, ensuring the curtain never falls...

An autumn visit of Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden where nature from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule of culture and history.

Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is the East Coast's second-largest city in the US after NYC. It's the birthplace of the US and was once the capital. It's now a favorite for history buffs.

In Japan, nostalgia is spreading for the Showa era (1926-1989). We introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the "good old days.".

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

Cosplayer Yuriko Tiger heads to Hokkaido to explore the real locations behind the hit anime Golden Kamuy. Discover the hidden history of Otaru and the rich traditions of the indigenous Ainu people.

The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.

Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.

Trash Tribe is a band led by Oomote Fumiaki. Their instruments are made with marine trash. Fishing line and driftwood on strings. Plastic bottle percussion. Their laid-back music has fans of all ages.

Takao Michiko devoted 50 years to bridging Japan and Ukraine through ballet. She and her Kyiv-based son drove vital projects despite the war. Defying the sirens, ensuring the curtain never falls...

An autumn visit of Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden where nature from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule of culture and history.

In Japan, nostalgia is spreading for the Showa era (1926-1989). We introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the "good old days.".

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is the East Coast's second-largest city in the US after NYC. It's the birthplace of the US and was once the capital. It's now a favorite for history buffs.

Cosplayer Yuriko Tiger heads to Hokkaido to explore the real locations behind the hit anime Golden Kamuy. Discover the hidden history of Otaru and the rich traditions of the indigenous Ainu people.

On February 3, the Lunar New Year's Eve, various rites are held to expel calamity and welcome good fortune in the coming year.

Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.

Trash Tribe is a band led by Oomote Fumiaki. Their instruments are made with marine trash. Fishing line and driftwood on strings. Plastic bottle percussion. Their laid-back music has fans of all ages.

Takao Michiko devoted 50 years to bridging Japan and Ukraine through ballet. She and her Kyiv-based son drove vital projects despite the war. Defying the sirens, ensuring the curtain never falls...

An autumn visit of Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden where nature from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule of culture and history.

In Japan, nostalgia is spreading for the Showa era (1926-1989). We introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the "good old days.".

Karuizawa is cool even in summer, making it a popular resort town. We meet local cats at a fashionable home goods shop and a restaurant in a remodeled folk home. They're sure to bring in customers!

Cosplayer Yuriko Tiger heads to Hokkaido to explore the real locations behind the hit anime Golden Kamuy. Discover the hidden history of Otaru and the rich traditions of the indigenous Ainu people.

Elegant and practical, braided cords are essential for kimono and other aspects of everyday life.

Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.

Trash Tribe is a band led by Oomote Fumiaki. Their instruments are made with marine trash. Fishing line and driftwood on strings. Plastic bottle percussion. Their laid-back music has fans of all ages.

Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is the East Coast's second-largest city in the US after NYC. It's the birthplace of the US and was once the capital. It's now a favorite for history buffs.

A Brazilian woman living in Japan is trying to promote a music video she made for kids about sexual abuse while navigating the differences between the two cultures.

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.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (curator) Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times. Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

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

As the samurai age ended, citrus production provided a way forward for former warriors in Hagi. Locals still love century-old sweets made using the aromatic skin. Watch them being made in time-lapse.

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

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

#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday.".

Hana no Kai is an elderly day care facility in Kobe that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. It makes the lives of those living out their final years in a foreign land more active and dignified.

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.

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.

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

As the samurai age ended, citrus production provided a way forward for former warriors in Hagi. Locals still love century-old sweets made using the aromatic skin. Watch them being made in time-lapse.

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

#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday.".

Hana no Kai is an elderly day care facility in Kobe that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. It makes the lives of those living out their final years in a foreign land more active and dignified.

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.

Michael Keida explores mountainous Northern Yatsugatake in Nagano Prefecture in winter, via cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing and crampon-climbing with a guide. He also soaks in heavenly hot springs.

NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.

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

As the samurai age ended, citrus production provided a way forward for former warriors in Hagi. Locals still love century-old sweets made using the aromatic skin. Watch them being made in time-lapse.

Mizushiri Yoriko won the Silver Bear in the short film competition at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival. She talks about her passion for creating animations that evoke a sense of touch.

Hana no Kai is an elderly day care facility in Kobe that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. It makes the lives of those living out their final years in a foreign land more active and dignified.

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.

We head past the Scramble Crossing into historic backstreets, where we find an upscale residential area, a former geisha quarter, and a leisure district that paved the way for modern-day Shibuya.

Japanese researchers have uncovered the mechanism behind vitamin D's bone-strengthening effects. Its potential impact on cancer is also becoming apparent. We explore the power of Vitamin D.

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

As the samurai age ended, citrus production provided a way forward for former warriors in Hagi. Locals still love century-old sweets made using the aromatic skin. Watch them being made in time-lapse.

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

#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday.".

Hana no Kai is an elderly day care facility in Kobe that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. It makes the lives of those living out their final years in a foreign land more active and dignified.

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.

Mizushiri Yoriko won the Silver Bear in the short film competition at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival. She talks about her passion for creating animations that evoke a sense of touch.

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.

The Kii Mountains are home to dynamic landscapes formed by a volcanic eruption 14 million years ago. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rock formations and rich ecosystem.

Japanese researchers have uncovered the mechanism behind vitamin D's bone-strengthening effects. Its potential impact on cancer is also becoming apparent. We explore the power of Vitamin D.

The hazard map for Mt. Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. We'll look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

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.

Hagi ware has been cherished in tea ceremonies for over 400 years. Cracks in the glaze create patterns whose color evolves with time and use. Watch masterful pottery production in time-lapse.

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

#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday.".

Hana no Kai is an elderly day care facility in Kobe that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. It makes the lives of those living out their final years in a foreign land more active and dignified.

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.