NHK WORLD-JAPAN

The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is love.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by "koto ga" and "dekimasu," meaning something is possible. Then add "ka.".

What should you do when an earthquake occurs? Learn how TV and cell phone alerts work and the correct actions to take in different situations, such as when cooking at home or riding on a train.

We highlight shows promoting J-pop internationally: "SCHOOL OF J-POP," which explores the genre's global success, and "tiny desk concerts JAPAN.".

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Jonathan Senior explores Gifu Prefecture through the work of master carver-monk Enku. He visits places where Enku created some of his 120,000 statues and practiced mountain spiritual training.

Bargain-hunters and people decluttering their homes flock to a huge thrift store near Tokyo. For three days, we asked customers what drew them to this place filled with an array of second-hand goods.

Immunotherapy is offering a new approach to uterine cancer. Genetic testing can help predict how effective it may be. We also explore a new iPS cell-based treatment that rejuvenates immune cells.

Autumn is harvest season in Japan, and delicious delights abound. Dig a little deeper into this truly tasty time of year, meeting the people who make it happen.

Featured recipe: omu-rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Jonathan Senior explores Gifu Prefecture through the work of master carver-monk Enku. He visits places where Enku created some of his 120,000 statues and practiced mountain spiritual training.

Bargain-hunters and people decluttering their homes flock to a huge thrift store near Tokyo. For three days, we asked customers what drew them to this place filled with an array of second-hand goods.

Each year in mountainous Japan, about 1,000 landslides including land slips, debris flows, and falling rocks occur, often causing major damage. We'll look at their causes and latest countermeasures.

Immunotherapy is offering a new approach to uterine cancer. Genetic testing can help predict how effective it may be. We also explore a new iPS cell-based treatment that rejuvenates immune cells.

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in fall colors. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto through time-lapse photography.

Leading Japanese dancer and choreographer Kondo Ryohei served as director of the opening ceremony for the Tokyo Deaflympics in November 2025. He talks about the potential of physical expression.

The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is love.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by "koto ga" and "dekimasu," meaning something is possible. Then add "ka.".

Bargain-hunters and people decluttering their homes flock to a huge thrift store near Tokyo. For three days, we asked customers what drew them to this place filled with an array of second-hand goods.

Invasive insects are a growing threat. We follow Okinawa's entomologists as they battle the pumpkin fruit fly, drawing on past eradication successes.

Jonathan Senior explores Gifu Prefecture through the work of master carver-monk Enku. He visits places where Enku created some of his 120,000 statues and practiced mountain spiritual training.

Autumn is harvest season in Japan, and delicious delights abound. Dig a little deeper into this truly tasty time of year, meeting the people who make it happen.

Featured recipe: omu-rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Leading Japanese dancer and choreographer Kondo Ryohei served as director of the opening ceremony for the Tokyo Deaflympics in November 2025. He talks about the potential of physical expression.

Journey through the air on virtual excursions form Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan. This time it's New Ishigaki Airport; islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000ft.

1 in 30 Japanese suffer from mental illness. We follow a woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her illness, as she goes to rehabilitation for returning to work.

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.

Bargain-hunters and people decluttering their homes flock to a huge thrift store near Tokyo. For three days, we asked customers what drew them to this place filled with an array of second-hand goods.

Invasive insects are a growing threat. We follow Okinawa's entomologists as they battle the pumpkin fruit fly, drawing on past eradication successes.

Jonathan Senior explores Gifu Prefecture through the work of master carver-monk Enku. He visits places where Enku created some of his 120,000 statues and practiced mountain spiritual training.

Autumn is harvest season in Japan, and delicious delights abound. Dig a little deeper into this truly tasty time of year, meeting the people who make it happen.

Featured recipe: omu-rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!