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Hirosaki City in Aomori Prefecture is known for its Western architecture. A piano is placed inside the station, and people stop to play from their heart.

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.

"Have a cold? Take a cheese shower! "Once again, the father has fallen victim to the filter bubble. When it comes to searching for health information, careful judgment is key, so take time to think!

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 15-minute spin-off of the "Somewhere Street" series, "A Short Stroll" explores cities through a traveler's eyes. Today, we visit Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

Niigata's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!

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

#30 We sang songs and danced together. / Say you did several things at the same time by using the "tari" form of a verb. "Utattari odottari" means "to sing and dance.".

As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: BE PREPARED provides practical knowledge to save yourself from natural disaster. In this episode, we learn how to evacuate from flood and rainstorm.

In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

1 in 27 people don't own a smartphone. We follow a man who chose not to own one, and his reason not to. What has he gained in life by giving up his smartphone, a modern-day necessity and obsession?

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.".

Nagira Kohei's received a high commendation in the People's Choice Award category at the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. What does he hope to convey through his work?

Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?

Ultraviolet radiation levels are rising every year--and with them the risks to our health. We look at the dangers of UV overexposure and what we can do to protect ourselves and our children.

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.

Sweet-bean-paste-filled taiyaki in the auspicious shape of a seabream or Tai. The Japanese have loved these sweet treats for over 100 years.

The temple chefs make corn rice and kakiage tempura. These simple summer delicacies give you a taste of the refreshing sweetness of corn.

Climate change is causing heavy rainfalls, emergencies that force dams to release water. This episode looks at dam upgrades being made in response.

With about 28 times the warming effect of CO2, methane lies in an ice-like form beneath the seabed. Rising sea temperatures dissociates it, releasing methane gas. How do we stop this time bomb?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

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

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

#30 We sang songs and danced together. / Say you did several things at the same time by using the "tari" form of a verb. "Utattari odottari" means "to sing and dance.".

As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: BE PREPARED provides practical knowledge to save yourself from natural disaster. In this episode, we learn how to evacuate from flood and rainstorm.

In July, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Yamaguchi. "Hit the Road" presents its history, environment and food. "Design x Stories" shows creative potters. And "Dive in Shimonoseki" looks at a unique city.

A 15-minute spin-off of the "Somewhere Street" series, "A Short Stroll" explores cities through traveler's eyes. Today, we visit Krakow.

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 100-year-old cafe born out of the friendship between Brazil and Japan. Coffee there is so great that it was even loved by superstar John Lennon.

The temple chefs ask their neighbor from the foot of the mountain to teach them how to make a special dish using homegrown goya.

Do Minh Khai travels into the heart of pearls, Ise-Shima, where they were first cultivated. She experiences harvesting, sees pearl art, and even tastes a new pearl product.

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.

Newsstands have all but disappeared from the area around Shibuya Station in Tokyo. Yet, one still operates, even as sales keep falling. For three days, we asked customers what they bought, and why.

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.

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 ( ).

Do Minh Khai travels into the heart of pearls, Ise-Shima, where they were first cultivated. She experiences harvesting, sees pearl art, and even tastes a new pearl product.

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.

Newsstands have all but disappeared from the area around Shibuya Station in Tokyo. Yet, one still operates, even as sales keep falling. For three days, we asked customers what they bought, and why.

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 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.

Empowering Single Mothers: This episode features business models designed to provide single mothers with well-paid jobs and affordable housing.

In 2020, Kitajima Masaaki published the world's first paper on how the spread of COVID-19 could be tracked by monitoring wastewater. He talks about making an impact on infectious disease control.

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

#30 We sang songs and danced together. / Say you did several things at the same time by using the "tari" form of a verb. "Utattari odottari" means "to sing and dance.".

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.

Newsstands have all but disappeared from the area around Shibuya Station in Tokyo. Yet, one still operates, even as sales keep falling. For three days, we asked customers what they bought, and why.

Digital technology can now reveal how dinosaurs once lived. Plus, researchers turn the hidden abilities of rose petals into healthcare technology.

Do Minh Khai travels into the heart of pearls, Ise-Shima, where they were first cultivated. She experiences harvesting, sees pearl art, and even tastes a new pearl product.

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 ( ).

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.

In 2020, Kitajima Masaaki published the world's first paper on how the spread of COVID-19 could be tracked by monitoring wastewater. He talks about making an impact on infectious disease control.

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.

On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

Japan's resale market is booming. Amid rising costs of living, appliance stores and municipalities join in while resellers expand abroad, leveraging the quality and reliability of "Used in Japan.".

Newsstands have all but disappeared from the area around Shibuya Station in Tokyo. Yet, one still operates, even as sales keep falling. For three days, we asked customers what they bought, and why.

Digital technology can now reveal how dinosaurs once lived. Plus, researchers turn the hidden abilities of rose petals into healthcare technology.

Do Minh Khai travels into the heart of pearls, Ise-Shima, where they were first cultivated. She experiences harvesting, sees pearl art, and even tastes a new pearl product.

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.

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 ( ).

Shimonoseki is situated along the Kanmon Straits, which have long served as a key shipping lane. Join us as we learn how the city has had a front seat to several turning points in Japanese history.

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: non-loosening bolts.

Matsubara Masanori uses a natural, sustainable farming method to produce cheese that wins international prizes. His cows and goats live in the mountains, feeding on leaves and grass.

Digital technology can now reveal how dinosaurs once lived. Plus, researchers turn the hidden abilities of rose petals into healthcare technology.

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 ( ).

Shimonoseki is situated along the Kanmon Straits, which have long served as a key shipping lane. Join us as we learn how the city has had a front seat to several turning points in Japanese history.

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: non-loosening bolts.

Matsubara Masanori uses a natural, sustainable farming method to produce cheese that wins international prizes. His cows and goats live in the mountains, feeding on leaves and grass.

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 ( ).

Digital technology can now reveal how dinosaurs once lived. Plus, researchers turn the hidden abilities of rose petals into healthcare technology.

Climate change is causing heavy rainfalls, emergencies that force dams to release water. This episode looks at dam upgrades being made in response.

With about 28 times the warming effect of CO2, methane lies in an ice-like form beneath the seabed. Rising sea temperatures dissociates it, releasing methane gas. How do we stop this time bomb?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

The majority of Niger, in Africa, is occupied by the Sahara, and desertification is a major problem. Oyama Shuichi introduces his method of increasing vegetation using household waste.

On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

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: non-loosening bolts.

Matsubara Masanori uses a natural, sustainable farming method to produce cheese that wins international prizes. His cows and goats live in the mountains, feeding on leaves and grass.

Shimonoseki is situated along the Kanmon Straits, which have long served as a key shipping lane. Join us as we learn how the city has had a front seat to several turning points in Japanese history.

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 ( ).

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: non-loosening bolts.

The majority of Niger, in Africa, is occupied by the Sahara, and desertification is a major problem. Oyama Shuichi introduces his method of increasing vegetation using household waste.

We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?

Empowering Single Mothers: This episode features business models designed to provide single mothers with well-paid jobs and affordable housing.

Matsubara Masanori uses a natural, sustainable farming method to produce cheese that wins international prizes. His cows and goats live in the mountains, feeding on leaves and grass.

Shimonoseki is situated along the Kanmon Straits, which have long served as a key shipping lane. Join us as we learn how the city has had a front seat to several turning points in Japanese history.

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: 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 ( ).

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

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.

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.

We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?

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.

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 ( ).