NHK World TV

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

Successful professionals from various fields discuss how they overcame obstacles.

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

Lemi Duncan explores efforts to better understand the underlying mechanisms of slab avalanches and to protect lives from this disaster.

Fashion designer Miyamae Yoshiyuki visits Kochi's Sunday market to discover how communication strengthens the local community.

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

Experts help uncover the history of Japan and its people through important stories vital to the country's culture.

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Enormous floats called "neputa," decorated with vibrant images and sometimes featuring wire-frame 3D figures, are paraded through the streets during the Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri.

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

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

Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.

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

Staying in the groove with updates from the latest Japanese music, ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

Cyclists explore Japan's scenery, stay with locals and discover hidden traditions in lesser-known areas of the country.

Rockie and a range of other puppets, including a snail, hippopotamus and crocodile, go on adventures and learn about school life, growing up and fairness.

The filmmakers introduce programming principles that can be discovered in many aspects of daily life and experiments that help visualize sequences and predict future outcomes.

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

A close-up look at cities around the world, from the eyes of a tourist on foot.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The host visits shops across Kyoto to explore the world of oyatsu, or traditional Japanese snacks and treats.

With a falling birthrate, school closures are on the rise in Japan, and things like desks and chairs have no place to go; Doi Kenji upcycles these discards into stylish and unique interior items.

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

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

Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.

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

A close-up look at cities around the world, from the eyes of a tourist on foot.

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

Cyclists explore Japan's scenery, stay with locals and discover hidden traditions in lesser-known areas of the country.

Rockie and a range of other puppets, including a snail, hippopotamus and crocodile, go on adventures and learn about school life, growing up and fairness.

The filmmakers introduce programming principles that can be discovered in many aspects of daily life and experiments that help visualize sequences and predict future outcomes.

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

Staying in the groove with updates from the latest Japanese music, ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The host visits shops across Kyoto to explore the world of oyatsu, or traditional Japanese snacks and treats.

With a falling birthrate, school closures are on the rise in Japan, and things like desks and chairs have no place to go; Doi Kenji upcycles these discards into stylish and unique interior items.

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

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

Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.

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

Cyclists explore Japan's scenery, stay with locals and discover hidden traditions in lesser-known areas of the country.

Rockie and a range of other puppets, including a snail, hippopotamus and crocodile, go on adventures and learn about school life, growing up and fairness.

The filmmakers introduce programming principles that can be discovered in many aspects of daily life and experiments that help visualize sequences and predict future outcomes.

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

Staying in the groove with updates from the latest Japanese music, ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

A close-up look at cities around the world, from the eyes of a tourist on foot.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The host visits shops across Kyoto to explore the world of oyatsu, or traditional Japanese snacks and treats.

With a falling birthrate, school closures are on the rise in Japan, and things like desks and chairs have no place to go; Doi Kenji upcycles these discards into stylish and unique interior items.

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

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

Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.

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

Cyclists explore Japan's scenery, stay with locals and discover hidden traditions in lesser-known areas of the country.

Rockie and a range of other puppets, including a snail, hippopotamus and crocodile, go on adventures and learn about school life, growing up and fairness.

The filmmakers introduce programming principles that can be discovered in many aspects of daily life and experiments that help visualize sequences and predict future outcomes.

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

Staying in the groove with updates from the latest Japanese music, ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The host visits shops across Kyoto to explore the world of oyatsu, or traditional Japanese snacks and treats.

With a falling birthrate, school closures are on the rise in Japan, and things like desks and chairs have no place to go; Doi Kenji upcycles these discards into stylish and unique interior items.

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

A close-up look at cities around the world, from the eyes of a tourist on foot.

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

Foreign residents talk about their experience of living in Japan, including special projects they have launched to support their home communities.

Experts use scientific data and the latest discoveries to analyze the impact of global warming and explore potential solutions.

Fashion designer Miyamae Yoshiyuki visits Kochi's Sunday market to discover how communication strengthens the local community.

The filmmakers shed light on Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko, who work in elderly care in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture, and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information center in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

Shimizu Daisuke presents the beauty of Noshima Island through time-lapse footage and explores the location's history.

Lemi Duncan explores efforts to better understand the underlying mechanisms of slab avalanches and to protect lives from this disaster.

Language students learn to make the most of their Japanese skills by watching dramas featuring useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals.

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

Explore the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia, including Japan.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful scenery of Seto Inland Sea, located in between Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

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

An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko, who work in elderly care in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture, and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information center in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

Language students learn to make the most of their Japanese skills by watching dramas featuring useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals.

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

An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.

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

The filmmakers shed light on takins, a vulnerable species living in the Himalayas and facing a deadly disease spreading through their home.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful scenery of Seto Inland Sea, located in between Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko, who work in elderly care in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture, and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information center in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

Yoshida Katsuji, a recipient of the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his work in Laos, reveals what makes cave exploration compelling.

Thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

The filmmakers explore a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

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

Language students learn to make the most of their Japanese skills by watching dramas featuring useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals.

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

Interval walking training, developed in Japan, attracts global attention; scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko, who work in elderly care in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture, and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information center in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.

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

Language students learn to make the most of their Japanese skills by watching dramas featuring useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

Yoshida Katsuji, a recipient of the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his work in Laos, reveals what makes cave exploration compelling.

Thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

The filmmakers explore a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

The host examines challenges faced by local sushi restaurants in Japan and the efforts to preserve traditional cuisine while modernizing the dish.

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals.

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

Interval walking training, developed in Japan, attracts global attention; scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko, who work in elderly care in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture, and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information center in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

Language students learn to make the most of their Japanese skills by watching dramas featuring useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.

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

The host explores the Shakotan Peninsula in the west of Hokkaido, known for the vivid color of the sea and a mysterious summer festival.

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

Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Interval walking training, developed in Japan, attracts global attention; scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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 filmmakers spotlight various aspects of Japan through its landscapes, wildlife, art, culture, governance and lifestyle.

Chef Rika presents an easy-to-follow recipe for spoon-molded sushi, an uncommon style that is hard to find.

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

The host explores the Shakotan Peninsula in the west of Hokkaido, known for the vivid color of the sea and a mysterious summer festival.