NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

For around 100 years, Japan's jazz kissa have offered a sanctuary for music lovers to enjoy jazz. We explore the enduring appeal of this unique subculture and how it is being preserved today.

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?

For around 100 years, Japan's jazz kissa have offered a sanctuary for music lovers to enjoy jazz. We explore the enduring appeal of this unique subculture and how it is being preserved today.

In March 2025, a new shopping complex opened inside Hiroshima Station, and in August, trams began running from the second floor. See how this bustling new city hub is being developed.

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

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

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques, passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. More women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs.

We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

For around 100 years, Japan's jazz kissa have offered a sanctuary for music lovers to enjoy jazz. We explore the enduring appeal of this unique subculture and how it is being preserved today.

In March 2025, a new shopping complex opened inside Hiroshima Station, and in August, trams began running from the second floor. See how this bustling new city hub is being developed.

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.