NHK World TV

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula are heating up again; former U.S. National Security Council member and leading expert on the Korean Peninsula and East Asia, Sue Mi Terry, offers her insights.

Experts discuss the development of geofluid mapping, which captures underground magma and water in 3D maps, and the prediction of phreatic eruptions.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

NHK's core news program wraps up the day's events in an easy-to-understand way.

Kit Nagamura explores Akan's landscape, learns about the Ainu people's deep ties to the natural world and tries traditional Ainu dishes.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

Atsuko Okatsuka, a US-based stand-up comedian, discusses her motivation for pursuing comedy and finding humor in the hardships of being a minority.

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

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

Chef Hayashi explores Hakodate's food culture, including a dish made with squid called ikameshi.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers explore an apartment building in Kobe that offers on-site care for its residents and opens its lounge as a public social hub.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

A robotics engineer designs remote-controlled robotic avatars so more people can do various work from home.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Kit Nagamura explores Akan's landscape, learns about the Ainu people's deep ties to the natural world and tries traditional Ainu dishes.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula are heating up again; former U.S. National Security Council member and leading expert on the Korean Peninsula and East Asia, Sue Mi Terry, offers her insights.

The host sheds light on the youth of Japan who devote their time to participating in school activities and building the futures of their dreams.

Chef Rika demonstrates how to prepare tamago sando or Japanese-style egg sandwiches.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Chef Hayashi explores Hakodate's food culture, including a dish made with squid called ikameshi.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

Atsuko Okatsuka, a US-based stand-up comedian, discusses her motivation for pursuing comedy and finding humor in the hardships of being a minority.

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

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

The filmmakers explore labor shortages amid a record-breaking tourism boom and the Japanese hotel industry's efforts in overseas recruitment.

The filmmakers explore an apartment building in Kobe that offers on-site care for its residents and opens its lounge as a public social hub.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

A robotics engineer designs remote-controlled robotic avatars so more people can do various work from home.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Kit Nagamura explores Akan's landscape, learns about the Ainu people's deep ties to the natural world and tries traditional Ainu dishes.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Chef Hayashi explores Hakodate's food culture, including a dish made with squid called ikameshi.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula are heating up again; former U.S. National Security Council member and leading expert on the Korean Peninsula and East Asia, Sue Mi Terry, offers her insights.

The host sheds light on the youth of Japan who devote their time to participating in school activities and building the futures of their dreams.

Chef Rika demonstrates how to prepare tamago sando or Japanese-style egg sandwiches.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers explore the Marunouchi district, tracing its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The host explores the world of capsule figures and meets Miyawaki Shuichi, an expert who shows her an impressive collection.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

A robotics engineer designs remote-controlled robotic avatars so more people can do various work from home.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers explore the Marunouchi district, tracing its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub.

Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The host explores the world of capsule figures and meets Miyawaki Shuichi, an expert who shows her an impressive collection.

Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

A robotics engineer designs remote-controlled robotic avatars so more people can do various work from home.

NHK's core news program wraps up the day's events in an easy-to-understand way.

The filmmakers explore the Marunouchi district, tracing its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

Ishigaki Yo introduces a gaming device designed to improve children's vision, sharing his philosophy on creating products that benefit society.

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

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

The filmmakers examine the identity and motivation of a man striking a pose in a woodblock print by the artist Sharaku.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The host explores the world of capsule figures and meets Miyawaki Shuichi, an expert who shows her an impressive collection.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Asparagus brings a pop of color to early summer, and increasing demand is promoting a bevy of new varieties. The filmmakers take a look at cutting-edge asparagus cultivation in Hokkaido, Japan's largest production area.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers explore the Marunouchi district, tracing its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The host explores the world of capsule figures and meets Miyawaki Shuichi, an expert who shows her an impressive collection.

NHK World's newest program provides comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia.

Ishigaki Yo introduces a gaming device designed to improve children's vision, sharing his philosophy on creating products that benefit society.

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

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

The filmmakers examine the identity and motivation of a man striking a pose in a woodblock print by the artist Sharaku.

The host sheds light on a robotic toothbrush and a 3D-printer-equipped dental trailer that promote accessible oral healthcare.

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Asparagus brings a pop of color to early summer, and increasing demand is promoting a bevy of new varieties. The filmmakers take a look at cutting-edge asparagus cultivation in Hokkaido, Japan's largest production area.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers explore the Marunouchi district, tracing its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The host explores the world of capsule figures and meets Miyawaki Shuichi, an expert who shows her an impressive collection.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers shed light on the Tayama Hana Odori, a festival held by long-time locals and newcomers to pray for rain in Minamiyamashiro, a major Uji tea producer.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Peter Barakan explores how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

Asparagus brings a pop of color to early summer, and increasing demand is promoting a bevy of new varieties. The filmmakers take a look at cutting-edge asparagus cultivation in Hokkaido, Japan's largest production area.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

International scholars examine various cultural aspects of Japan in bold, original ways, as they explore the nation's lifestyle and traditions.

Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.

The filmmakers shed light on the Tayama Hana Odori, a festival held by long-time locals and newcomers to pray for rain in Minamiyamashiro, a major Uji tea producer.