NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Goryokaku may be star-shaped, like European fortresses, but it was designed by a samurai. It became a symbol of Japan in transition in the mid-1800s, after 250 years of seclusion and peace.

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

Miyanaga Aiko (Contemporary artist) visits Kyoto. The Mincho font, drawn by hand in around 1990, evokes 350-year-old hand-carved woodblocks, made to print Buddhist sutras.

The popular, but true story of two brothers who avenged their father inspired a dazzling variety of so many kabuki plays and dances. that they formed a new genre. Actor Ainosuke explores further.

Climate change is transforming Shiretoko, Hokkaido. As sea ice declines and key food sources disappear, brown bears are being forced to adapt. High-resolution footage reveals a shifting ecosystem.

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

Goryokaku may be star-shaped, like European fortresses, but it was designed by a samurai. It became a symbol of Japan in transition in the mid-1800s, after 250 years of seclusion and peace.

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

Today's theme: Design Hunting in Aichi. Lying at the heart of Japan's main island, this storied prefecture has many local industries that are entwined with its history. Join us on a design hunt!

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

Miyanaga Aiko (Contemporary artist) visits Kyoto. The Mincho font, drawn by hand in around 1990, evokes 350-year-old hand-carved woodblocks, made to print Buddhist sutras.

The popular, but true story of two brothers who avenged their father inspired a dazzling variety of so many kabuki plays and dances. that they formed a new genre. Actor Ainosuke explores further.

Climate change is transforming Shiretoko, Hokkaido. As sea ice declines and key food sources disappear, brown bears are being forced to adapt. High-resolution footage reveals a shifting ecosystem.

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

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise. Catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

Goryokaku may be star-shaped, like European fortresses, but it was designed by a samurai. It became a symbol of Japan in transition in the mid-1800s, after 250 years of seclusion and peace.

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

Miyanaga Aiko (Contemporary artist) visits Kyoto. The Mincho font, drawn by hand in around 1990, evokes 350-year-old hand-carved woodblocks, made to print Buddhist sutras.

The popular, but true story of two brothers who avenged their father inspired a dazzling variety of so many kabuki plays and dances. that they formed a new genre. Actor Ainosuke explores further.

Climate change is transforming Shiretoko, Hokkaido. As sea ice declines and key food sources disappear, brown bears are being forced to adapt. High-resolution footage reveals a shifting ecosystem.

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

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise. Catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

Goryokaku may be star-shaped, like European fortresses, but it was designed by a samurai. It became a symbol of Japan in transition in the mid-1800s, after 250 years of seclusion and peace.

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

Miyanaga Aiko (Contemporary artist) visits Kyoto. The Mincho font, drawn by hand in around 1990, evokes 350-year-old hand-carved woodblocks, made to print Buddhist sutras.

The popular, but true story of two brothers who avenged their father inspired a dazzling variety of so many kabuki plays and dances. that they formed a new genre. Actor Ainosuke explores further.

The tiny desk welcomes KIRINJI. In recent years, the world has fallen in love with Japanese city pop, and KIRINJI is riding that wave with its complex and unique urban sounds.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-7.

Torii are gateways to Shinto shrines where deities are worshipped. We look at torii around Japan, as well as efforts to rebuild them after a tsunami, and examine their role and what they represent.

Torao lives on a ranch for draft horses and naps in a quiet spot. Socks lives at a produce transportation business. He's so popular at the office that he's considered the company vice president!

Meet nihonga painter and animator Shinomiya Yoshitoshi through highlights from his feature film A NEW DAWN. Explore its vivid backgrounds and the analog techniques behind its fireworks scenes.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on Edo Kiriko, a traditional Japanese glassware craft,and music performances, "Get ready to eat-Green Peppers" and "Ocean!Amigo!" It energizes kids.

Cadiz is located in Andalusia, in southern Spain. This historic port city has been a center of maritime trade since ancient times, with a history stretching back to before the Common Era.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

Bicycle lover Yamamoto Atsushi makes items like handbags from old bicycle parts. Unable to simply watch them being discarded, he sees giving them new purpose as his true calling.

As battles with Russia persist in an eastern Ukrainian town, electricity is vital. Through power grid workers risking their lives to fix the grid, we depict people losing their homeland to war.

Cadiz is located in Andalusia, in southern Spain. This historic port city has been a center of maritime trade since ancient times, with a history stretching back to before the Common Era.

Meet nihonga painter and animator Shinomiya Yoshitoshi through highlights from his feature film A NEW DAWN. Explore its vivid backgrounds and the analog techniques behind its fireworks scenes.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on Edo Kiriko, a traditional Japanese glassware craft,and music performances, "Get ready to eat-Green Peppers" and "Ocean!Amigo!" It energizes kids.

singer-songwriter Ohzora Kimishima brings a special ensemble he formed with friends that features Shuta Nishida (Gt) Kazuki Arai (Ba) and Shun Ishiwaka (Dr), as well as guest vocalists ermhoi and Kuro.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-7.

Torii are gateways to Shinto shrines where deities are worshipped. We look at torii around Japan, as well as efforts to rebuild them after a tsunami, and examine their role and what they represent.

Torao lives on a ranch for draft horses and naps in a quiet spot. Socks lives at a produce transportation business. He's so popular at the office that he's considered the company vice president!

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

Bicycle lover Yamamoto Atsushi makes items like handbags from old bicycle parts. Unable to simply watch them being discarded, he sees giving them new purpose as his true calling.

As battles with Russia persist in an eastern Ukrainian town, electricity is vital. Through power grid workers risking their lives to fix the grid, we depict people losing their homeland to war.

Meet nihonga painter and animator Shinomiya Yoshitoshi through highlights from his feature film A NEW DAWN. Explore its vivid backgrounds and the analog techniques behind its fireworks scenes.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on Edo Kiriko, a traditional Japanese glassware craft,and music performances, "Get ready to eat-Green Peppers" and "Ocean!Amigo!" It energizes kids.

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

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-7.

Torii are gateways to Shinto shrines where deities are worshipped. We look at torii around Japan, as well as efforts to rebuild them after a tsunami, and examine their role and what they represent.

Torao lives on a ranch for draft horses and naps in a quiet spot. Socks lives at a produce transportation business. He's so popular at the office that he's considered the company vice president!

Cadiz is located in Andalusia, in southern Spain. This historic port city has been a center of maritime trade since ancient times, with a history stretching back to before the Common Era.

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

Bicycle lover Yamamoto Atsushi makes items like handbags from old bicycle parts. Unable to simply watch them being discarded, he sees giving them new purpose as his true calling.

Meet nihonga painter and animator Shinomiya Yoshitoshi through highlights from his feature film A NEW DAWN. Explore its vivid backgrounds and the analog techniques behind its fireworks scenes.

This episode features "Wakey's Door" on Edo Kiriko, a traditional Japanese glassware craft,and music performances, "Get ready to eat-Green Peppers" and "Ocean!Amigo!" It energizes kids.

The dynamic sister duo CHARAN-PO-RANTAN celebrates 15 years as a group as they take on the tiny desk!

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-7.

Torii are gateways to Shinto shrines where deities are worshipped. We look at torii around Japan, as well as efforts to rebuild them after a tsunami, and examine their role and what they represent.

Torao lives on a ranch for draft horses and naps in a quiet spot. Socks lives at a produce transportation business. He's so popular at the office that he's considered the company vice president!

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory.

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

Bicycle lover Yamamoto Atsushi makes items like handbags from old bicycle parts. Unable to simply watch them being discarded, he sees giving them new purpose as his true calling.

Cadiz is located in Andalusia, in southern Spain. This historic port city has been a center of maritime trade since ancient times, with a history stretching back to before the Common Era.

A Nepalese nursing home manager in Fukuoka Prefecture harnesses his background in IT and his diverse staff to give elderly residents and their families peace of mind.

A record-breaking "Super El Nino" has begun. We examine the mechanisms driving this climate catalyst and the reality of projected climate disasters.

Miyanaga Aiko (Contemporary artist) visits Kyoto. The Mincho font, drawn by hand in around 1990, evokes 350-year-old hand-carved woodblocks, made to print Buddhist sutras.

Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback.

Hagi, a World Heritage site of ten described as an "open-air museum," is lined with merchant and samurai houses and retains much of its 17th-century townscape. Soak in the atmosphere, in time-lapse.

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

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

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

#44 I've heard he's giving another recital. / To tell someone what you heard from someone else, use adjectives or verbs without "masu" or "desu," then add "soo desu.".

We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for.

In September, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Aichi. "Traveling the Season of Japan" captures its scenery over a year. "Treasure Box Japan" was made by local cable TV companies.

We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for.

We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for.

We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for.

A record-breaking "Super El Nino" has begun. We examine the mechanisms driving this climate catalyst and the reality of projected climate disasters.

We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for.

#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san. / To explain what you intend to do, say a verb followed by "tsumori desu." So "watasu" (to give) becomes "watasu tsumori desu.".

Ryan McDowell discovers the pristine ocean, sacred sites and festivals of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa Pref.

Chef Saito showcases a delicious marriage of beef and root vegetables with Yawatamaki. The beef rolls are simmered in a savoury sauce and served with a refreshing, easy-to-make onion salad.

A 24-hour diner in Nagoya is a daytime oasis for locals and elderly folks, and full of young people at night. Whether broken-hearted or facing unemployment, people find comfort in talking until dawn.

Nuclear medicine therapy involves delivering radiation-emitting drugs directly inside the body to treat refractory cancers. We explore the mechanism of the therapy and the latest developments.

Featured recipe: Namasu (Daikon, Carrot, Orange) Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

Ryan McDowell discovers the pristine ocean, sacred sites and festivals of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa Pref.

Chef Saito showcases a delicious marriage of beef and root vegetables with Yawatamaki. The beef rolls are simmered in a savoury sauce and served with a refreshing, easy-to-make onion salad.

A 24-hour diner in Nagoya is a daytime oasis for locals and elderly folks, and full of young people at night. Whether broken-hearted or facing unemployment, people find comfort in talking until dawn.

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

Nuclear medicine therapy involves delivering radiation-emitting drugs directly inside the body to treat refractory cancers. We explore the mechanism of the therapy and the latest developments.

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise. Catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

Songwriter Yamamoto Sho is the man behind "Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro," the global hit by the J-pop idol group FRUITS ZIPPER. He talks about creating songs that take the world by storm.

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

#44 I've heard he's giving another recital. / To tell someone what you heard from someone else, use adjectives or verbs without "masu" or "desu," then add "soo desu.".

Chef Saito showcases a delicious marriage of beef and root vegetables with Yawatamaki. The beef rolls are simmered in a savoury sauce and served with a refreshing, easy-to-make onion salad.

A 24-hour diner in Nagoya is a daytime oasis for locals and elderly folks, and full of young people at night. Whether broken-hearted or facing unemployment, people find comfort in talking until dawn.

Discover how Japan's complex geology led to the advancement of bridge construction technology. Plus, research on how nature benefits your wellbeing.

Ryan McDowell discovers the pristine ocean, sacred sites and festivals of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa Pref.

Featured recipe: Namasu (Daikon, Carrot, Orange) Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

Chef Saito showcases a delicious marriage of beef and root vegetables with Yawatamaki. The beef rolls are simmered in a savoury sauce and served with a refreshing, easy-to-make onion salad.

Songwriter Yamamoto Sho is the man behind "Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro," the global hit by the J-pop idol group FRUITS ZIPPER. He talks about creating songs that take the world by storm.

A single bite of anpan, bread filled with sweet bean paste, is sheer joy. Born at the end of the samurai era, it has over 150 years of history.

For a time during the Edo period, fireworks lit up the skies practically every night in the summer. It was a chance for women to dress up and let loose ... and grab the attention of male suitors.

Despite the booming popularity of Japan's castles, many facilities are reaching the end of their lifespan and require a critical decision: wooden reconstruction, seismic retrofitting, or demolition.

A 24-hour diner in Nagoya is a daytime oasis for locals and elderly folks, and full of young people at night. Whether broken-hearted or facing unemployment, people find comfort in talking until dawn.

Discover how Japan's complex geology led to the advancement of bridge construction technology. Plus, research on how nature benefits your wellbeing.

Ryan McDowell discovers the pristine ocean, sacred sites and festivals of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa Pref.

Chef Saito showcases a delicious marriage of beef and root vegetables with Yawatamaki. The beef rolls are simmered in a savoury sauce and served with a refreshing, easy-to-make onion salad.

Featured recipe: Namasu (Daikon, Carrot, Orange) Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles. The hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

Kitagawa Keisuke provides temporary housing free of charge to people displaced by disaster and conflict. How did he come up with the design for his lightweight, durable, and rapidly deployable house?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors.

Yabusame is traditional horseback archery. It's preserved as a Shinto ritual, but is not accessible to all. Kamimura Ayuko runs competitions open to women and international participants.

Discover how Japan's complex geology led to the advancement of bridge construction technology. Plus, research on how nature benefits your wellbeing.

In historic Kanazawa is Kenrokuen, a celebrated garden whose beauty was refined over generations by one of Japan's wealthiest samurai families. Kenrokuen's vistas conceal tales of history and mystery.

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles. The hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

Kitagawa Keisuke provides temporary housing free of charge to people displaced by disaster and conflict. How did he come up with the design for his lightweight, durable, and rapidly deployable house?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors.

Yabusame is traditional horseback archery. It's preserved as a Shinto ritual, but is not accessible to all. Kamimura Ayuko runs competitions open to women and international participants.

In historic Kanazawa is Kenrokuen, a celebrated garden whose beauty was refined over generations by one of Japan's wealthiest samurai families. Kenrokuen's vistas conceal tales of history and mystery.

Discover how Japan's complex geology led to the advancement of bridge construction technology. Plus, research on how nature benefits your wellbeing.

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

A record-breaking "Super El Nino" has begun. We examine the mechanisms driving this climate catalyst and the reality of projected climate disasters.

Locals in Hagi, on a delta facing the Sea of Japan, have lived in harmony with its waters. Beautiful time-lapse footage captures people crossing rivers by boat and canals flowing into homes.

Hat and headpiece designer Hizume Nobuki is regularly commissioned by global fashion brands, and has won a respected French award. He talks about creating "magical" hats that make their wearer happy.

An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, this restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years.

For a time during the Edo period, fireworks lit up the skies practically every night in the summer. It was a chance for women to dress up and let loose ... and grab the attention of male suitors.

Kitagawa Keisuke provides temporary housing free of charge to people displaced by disaster and conflict. How did he come up with the design for his lightweight, durable, and rapidly deployable house?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors.

Yabusame is traditional horseback archery. It's preserved as a Shinto ritual, but is not accessible to all. Kamimura Ayuko runs competitions open to women and international participants.

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles. The hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

In historic Kanazawa is Kenrokuen, a celebrated garden whose beauty was refined over generations by one of Japan's wealthiest samurai families. Kenrokuen's vistas conceal tales of history and mystery.

Kitagawa Keisuke provides temporary housing free of charge to people displaced by disaster and conflict. How did he come up with the design for his lightweight, durable, and rapidly deployable house?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors.

Hat and headpiece designer Hizume Nobuki is regularly commissioned by global fashion brands, and has won a respected French award. He talks about creating "magical" hats that make their wearer happy.

A sweet drink loved since the samurai days, amazake is made from rice fermented with koji mold. A secret family recipe preserved for over 100 years.

Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.

Discover how Japan's complex geology led to the advancement of bridge construction technology. Plus, research on how nature benefits your wellbeing.

Yabusame is traditional horseback archery. It's preserved as a Shinto ritual, but is not accessible to all. Kamimura Ayuko runs competitions open to women and international participants.

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles. The hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

Kitagawa Keisuke provides temporary housing free of charge to people displaced by disaster and conflict. How did he come up with the design for his lightweight, durable, and rapidly deployable house?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors.

In historic Kanazawa is Kenrokuen, a celebrated garden whose beauty was refined over generations by one of Japan's wealthiest samurai families. Kenrokuen's vistas conceal tales of history and mystery.