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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 ( ).

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

Ishikawa Mao is an award-winning photographer who has been documenting the lives of people in Okinawa for 50 years. She talks about what she wants to express through her work.

It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka. Behold the sublime beauty of Mt. Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community.

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 ( ).

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community.

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 ( ).

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

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 ( ).

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. See how tourism is revitalizing the community.

Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world, and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos. He talks about the appeal of cave exploration.

Each year, 20 million people are displaced by climate change. If nothing is done, these "climate refugees" will number 216 million by 2050. We examine footage of problem areas and the latest research.

Cahyo Laksono is passionate about carbon neutrality. The PhD student sees an opportunity to reuse carbon dioxide emissions in Japan and his native Indonesia to help produce plastics.

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

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

Today's theme: Bringing Dolls to Life. To ward off evil, to celebrate a birth, or simply to comfort and entertain - dolls have a long history in Japan. We meet creators bringing those dolls to life.

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 ( ).

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

Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world, and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos. He talks about the appeal of cave exploration.

Each year, 20 million people are displaced by climate change. If nothing is done, these "climate refugees" will number 216 million by 2050. We examine footage of problem areas and the latest research.

We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.

A large-scale study in Japan has shown that improving one's diet and lifestyle can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease. Clinical trials in regenerative medicine are also underway.

Japanese festival favorite, yakisoba! Noodles cooked in a special sauce. Discover its origins, little known even in Japan.

Today's theme: Bringing Dolls to Life. To ward off evil, to celebrate a birth, or simply to comfort and entertain - dolls have a long history in Japan. We meet creators bringing those dolls to life.

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

Cahyo Laksono is passionate about carbon neutrality. The PhD student sees an opportunity to reuse carbon dioxide emissions in Japan and his native Indonesia to help produce plastics.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: non-loosening bolts.

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 ( ).

A look at the lives of residents in the last slum in Seoul, South Korea. As the deadline for eviction to make way for a redevelopment project looms, what choice will the village's inhabitants make?

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras.

Hop on from Narita, the air gateway to Japan. Flying above the active volcanoes, breathtaking window views await!

Today's theme: Bringing Dolls to Life. To ward off evil, to celebrate a birth, or simply to comfort and entertain - dolls have a long history in Japan. We meet creators bringing those dolls to life.

Let's take a drive in Saitama and discover its natural beauty and hidden gems. From Omiya, we head to Chichibu to see its famed SL train. En route, we savor local dishes and try washi paper crafting.

A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?

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 ( ).

In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan.

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.

This is a family tragedy during a civil war where two brothers fight on opposing sides, both brilliant strategists. The story takes place against the real historical background.

A look at the lives of residents in the last slum in Seoul, South Korea. As the deadline for eviction to make way for a redevelopment project looms, what choice will the village's inhabitants make?

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras.

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

Today's theme: Bringing Dolls to Life. To ward off evil, to celebrate a birth, or simply to comfort and entertain - dolls have a long history in Japan. We meet creators bringing those dolls to life.

Hop on from Narita, the air gateway to Japan. Flying above the active volcanoes, breathtaking window views await!

In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan.

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.

This is a family tragedy during a civil war where two brothers fight on opposing sides, both brilliant strategists. The story takes place against the real historical background.

A look at the lives of residents in the last slum in Seoul, South Korea. As the deadline for eviction to make way for a redevelopment project looms, what choice will the village's inhabitants make?

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level. With a mirror-like pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

Hop on from Narita, the air gateway to Japan. Flying above the active volcanoes, breathtaking window views await!

Let's take a drive in Saitama and discover its natural beauty and hidden gems. From Omiya, we head to Chichibu to see its famed SL train. En route, we savor local dishes and try washi paper crafting.

A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?

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 ( ).

In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan.

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.

This is a family tragedy during a civil war where two brothers fight on opposing sides, both brilliant strategists. The story takes place against the real historical background.

A look at the lives of residents in the last slum in Seoul, South Korea. As the deadline for eviction to make way for a redevelopment project looms, what choice will the village's inhabitants make?

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level. With a mirror-like pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

Hop on from Narita, the air gateway to Japan. Flying above the active volcanoes, breathtaking window views await!

Clad in shining gold, Kinkakuji stands out even in Kyoto. What inspired the samurai who built this stunning temple?

Kyle Card hikes along the 1000km trail following the Pacific Coast in northern Japanwhere he discovers local lifestyles, stunning nature, traces of the area's 2011 disaster, and resilient people.

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.

In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping to prevent disaster in Japan.

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.

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 ( ).