NHK World TV

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.

Scientists uncover fungi's surprising abilities, including regulating body clocks and potential Parkinson's treatment; Tokyo University's research reveals mushrooms as unexpected heroes in medicine, promising health breakthroughs.

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

The filmmakers take a trip along the Setagaya Line, a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward, and explore a flea market and a temple brimming with cats.

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

Tsuji Masachika uses sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He also talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Reporters visit Tokyo's fresh food market and explore various recipes that celebrate ingredients sourced from across Japan.

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. The filmmakers examine how the painting highlights bathing as an essential part of life for the townspeople.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi showcases the latest model of a massage chair. Engineer Ode Kentaro gives an explanation about massage chairs.

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.

Reporter Janni Olsson tries fishing in an icy lake for wakasagi, a small 10-centimeter fish, and explores various wakasagi dishes in Japanese and French cuisines.

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

The filmmakers take a trip along the Setagaya Line, a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward, and explore a flea market and a temple brimming with cats.

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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi showcases the latest model of a massage chair. Engineer Ode Kentaro gives an explanation about massage chairs.

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

Tsuji Masachika uses sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He also talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Reporters visit Tokyo's fresh food market and explore various recipes that celebrate ingredients sourced from across Japan.

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. The filmmakers examine how the painting highlights bathing as an essential part of life for the townspeople.

Scientists uncover fungi's surprising abilities, including regulating body clocks and potential Parkinson's treatment; Tokyo University's research reveals mushrooms as unexpected heroes in medicine, promising health breakthroughs.

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.

Reporter Janni Olsson tries fishing in an icy lake for wakasagi, a small 10-centimeter fish, and explores various wakasagi dishes in Japanese and French cuisines.

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

The filmmakers take a trip along the Setagaya Line, a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward, and explore a flea market and a temple brimming with cats.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi showcases the latest model of a massage chair. Engineer Ode Kentaro gives an explanation about massage chairs.

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 significance of flora in traditional and modern Kyoto life and the centennial celebration of Japan's oldest public botanical garden.

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Peter Barakan explores the developments of onigiri, from colorful styles generating a buzz on social media to convenience stores continuing to develop new products.

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

Reporter Janni Olsson tries fishing in an icy lake for wakasagi, a small 10-centimeter fish, and explores various wakasagi dishes in Japanese and French cuisines.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

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

Goran Vaage, a Norwegian sociolinguist, discusses his research on Japanese laughter. He examines how comedy plays a vital role in daily communication and building social connections.

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

Men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire during the Fire Prevention Festival, Hibuse Matsuri.

Features shimauta, a traditional form of music that hails from the Amami Islands, an archipelago that was once part of the Ryukyu Kingdom in southern Japan.

The filmmakers explore the significance of flora in traditional and modern Kyoto life and the centennial celebration of Japan's oldest public botanical garden.

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

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. As an increasing number of women are pursuing the craft, they create popular new designs.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple showcase their kitchen and prepare tasty delicacies from their seasonal cookbook, including shiba-zuke pickles.

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

The filmmakers take a look at the history of Gojinjo Taiko, a powerful performance by masked drummers that originated hundreds of years ago in Japan.

The host sheds light on Tanaka Takashi, also known as Tanaka Isson, a Japanese Nihonga painter from the Showa period, particularly noted for his flower-and-bird paintings of the Amami Islands.

Peter Barakan explores the developments of onigiri, from colorful styles generating a buzz on social media to convenience stores continuing to develop new products.

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

Goran Vaage, a Norwegian sociolinguist, discusses his research on Japanese laughter. He examines how comedy plays a vital role in daily communication and building social connections.

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

Reporter Janni Olsson tries fishing in an icy lake for wakasagi, a small 10-centimeter fish, and explores various wakasagi dishes in Japanese and French cuisines.

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

The filmmakers explore the significance of flora in traditional and modern Kyoto life and the centennial celebration of Japan's oldest public botanical garden.

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

Hayashiya Tsuruko, a rakugo storyteller who breaks new ground by reinterpreting the traditional art form from a woman's perspective, shares her message for modern audiences.

Robin Barde learns more about nira by following its cultivation process in a greenhouse and savoring various dishes made with the ingredient.

The filmmakers shed light on kabuki theaters on hiatus, people enjoying the nightlife in a bustling neighborhood and a celebrity sighting.

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Peter Barakan explores the developments of onigiri, from colorful styles generating a buzz on social media to convenience stores continuing to develop new products.

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

The host explores how private railway companies in Greater Tokyo focus on community growth and help redevelop areas along their train lines.

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

The filmmakers explore the significance of flora in traditional and modern Kyoto life and the centennial celebration of Japan's oldest public botanical garden.

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

Goran Vaage, a Norwegian sociolinguist, discusses his research on Japanese laughter. He examines how comedy plays a vital role in daily communication and building social connections.

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Hayashiya Tsuruko, a rakugo storyteller who breaks new ground by reinterpreting the traditional art form from a woman's perspective, shares her message for modern audiences.

Robin Barde learns more about nira by following its cultivation process in a greenhouse and savoring various dishes made with the ingredient.

The filmmakers shed light on kabuki theaters on hiatus, people enjoying the nightlife in a bustling neighborhood and a celebrity sighting.

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.

Peter Barakan explores the developments of onigiri, from colorful styles generating a buzz on social media to convenience stores continuing to develop new products.

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

The host explores how private railway companies in Greater Tokyo focus on community growth and help redevelop areas along their train lines.

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

The filmmakers explore the significance of flora in traditional and modern Kyoto life and the centennial celebration of Japan's oldest public botanical garden.

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Goran Vaage, a Norwegian sociolinguist, discusses his research on Japanese laughter. He examines how comedy plays a vital role in daily communication and building social connections.

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

This 30-minute international newscast produced by Japan's national public broadcaster NHK looks at the realities of Asia today. From the diminishing natural coral along the coast of Boracay to the recruitment efforts by The Republic of Korea to find foreign workers to offset its labor shortage and aging population, the documentary series offers in-depth, behind-the-scenes analysis of news and publ

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Gunma-chan embarks on exciting adventures in Gunma Prefecture, exploring its traditions, culture, and specialties.

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

The host explores how private railway companies in Greater Tokyo focus on community growth and help redevelop areas along their train lines.

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

The filmmakers shed light on various people and marine animals living with drift ice on the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk in Hokkaido Prefecture.

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

This 30-minute international newscast produced by Japan's national public broadcaster NHK looks at the realities of Asia today. From the diminishing natural coral along the coast of Boracay to the recruitment efforts by The Republic of Korea to find foreign workers to offset its labor shortage and aging population, the documentary series offers in-depth, behind-the-scenes analysis of news and publ

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Gunma-chan embarks on exciting adventures in Gunma Prefecture, exploring its traditions, culture, and specialties.

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

The filmmakers spend three days investigating why customers visit a yakiniku restaurant caters specifically to lone diners in Shinbashi, Tokyo.

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

The host explores how private railway companies in Greater Tokyo focus on community growth and help redevelop areas along their train lines.

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

This 30-minute international newscast produced by Japan's national public broadcaster NHK looks at the realities of Asia today. From the diminishing natural coral along the coast of Boracay to the recruitment efforts by The Republic of Korea to find foreign workers to offset its labor shortage and aging population, the documentary series offers in-depth, behind-the-scenes analysis of news and publ

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

Blacksmith Kurosaki Yu, specializing in Echizen cutlery, discusses his work and why his crafts are sought after by chefs around the world.

Leading scientists examine the underlying reasons for the decline of chum salmon migrating to Japan and propose mitigation strategies.

Aditya travels to Japan to find a better way to produce fabric after witnessing how India's textile industry operates. While there, he works with a start-up that is hoping to change how clothes are created.

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Gunma-chan embarks on exciting adventures in Gunma Prefecture, exploring its traditions, culture, and specialties.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers's values and stories behind their creations.

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

This 30-minute international newscast produced by Japan's national public broadcaster NHK looks at the realities of Asia today. From the diminishing natural coral along the coast of Boracay to the recruitment efforts by The Republic of Korea to find foreign workers to offset its labor shortage and aging population, the documentary series offers in-depth, behind-the-scenes analysis of news and publ

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.

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Blacksmith Kurosaki Yu, specializing in Echizen cutlery, discusses his work and why his crafts are sought after by chefs around the world.

Leading scientists examine the underlying reasons for the decline of chum salmon migrating to Japan and propose mitigation strategies.

The host visits a store selling folding fans, which are popular because the shape of the open fan symbolizes increasing prosperity.

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

Gunma-chan embarks on exciting adventures in Gunma Prefecture, exploring its traditions, culture, and specialties.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers's values and stories behind their creations.

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

This 30-minute international newscast produced by Japan's national public broadcaster NHK looks at the realities of Asia today. From the diminishing natural coral along the coast of Boracay to the recruitment efforts by The Republic of Korea to find foreign workers to offset its labor shortage and aging population, the documentary series offers in-depth, behind-the-scenes analysis of news and publ

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

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

Aditya travels to Japan to find a better way to produce fabric after witnessing how India's textile industry operates. While there, he works with a start-up that is hoping to change how clothes are created.

Reporter Ishii Terumi showcases the latest model of a massage chair. Engineer Ode Kentaro gives an explanation about massage chairs.

Peter Barakan explores the developments of onigiri, from colorful styles generating a buzz on social media to convenience stores continuing to develop new products.

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

Fujita Hisao, a 71-year-old diver, works to educate people about the significance of the ocean ecosystem and the endangered lives of sea lions.

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

A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido Prefecture; we see the chronicles of his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life.

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

The charms of the cruising boom are explored in a rail trip through Japan.

An expert explores the moon's influence on Japanese culture, history and art, connecting its traditional significance to the new technologies being developed to study it.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers's values and stories behind their creations.

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.

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

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

Men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire during the Fire Prevention Festival, Hibuse Matsuri.

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

How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.

The hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Graphic designer Sato Taku visits Miyazaki to explore the crowded signs of the city's local bars for inspiration.

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

Fujita Hisao, a 71-year-old diver, works to educate people about the significance of the ocean ecosystem and the endangered lives of sea lions.

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

A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido Prefecture; we see the chronicles of his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life.

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

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

Men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire during the Fire Prevention Festival, Hibuse Matsuri.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers's values and stories behind their creations.

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.

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

The charms of the cruising boom are explored in a rail trip through Japan.

An expert explores the moon's influence on Japanese culture, history and art, connecting its traditional significance to the new technologies being developed to study it.

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

How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.

The hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Graphic designer Sato Taku visits Miyazaki to explore the crowded signs of the city's local bars for inspiration.

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

Fujita Hisao, a 71-year-old diver, works to educate people about the significance of the ocean ecosystem and the endangered lives of sea lions.

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

A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido Prefecture; we see the chronicles of his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life.

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

The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.

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

The charms of the cruising boom are explored in a rail trip through Japan.

An expert explores the moon's influence on Japanese culture, history and art, connecting its traditional significance to the new technologies being developed to study it.

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

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

Men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire during the Fire Prevention Festival, Hibuse Matsuri.

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

How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.

The hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Graphic designer Sato Taku visits Miyazaki to explore the crowded signs of the city's local bars for inspiration.

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

Fujita Hisao, a 71-year-old diver, works to educate people about the significance of the ocean ecosystem and the endangered lives of sea lions.

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

A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido Prefecture; we see the chronicles of his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life.

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

The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.

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

The charms of the cruising boom are explored in a rail trip through Japan.

An expert explores the moon's influence on Japanese culture, history and art, connecting its traditional significance to the new technologies being developed to study it.

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

How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.

The hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Graphic designer Sato Taku visits Miyazaki to explore the crowded signs of the city's local bars for inspiration.

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

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

Men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire during the Fire Prevention Festival, Hibuse Matsuri.

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

The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.

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

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.

Matsuyama City was once home to author Natsume Soseki; two cats living there show us a beautiful garden and other historical scenery; at a temple, a cat gets breakfast from a monk and naps in a tree.

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

A ride through Hokkaido in early summer; we meet an artisan teaching handicrafts of the indigenous Ainu to the next generation; a trainer of an unusual horse race.

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.

The filmmakers head to Bari, Italy and explore the landscape by foot.

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

The filmmakers showcase scenic views of Hokkaido Prefecture and explore its famous products: fresh dairy and oysters.

The filmmakers spotlight the satoyama style of living and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital of Kyoto.

Dong Quoc Dung, a Vietnamese man working in Japan, learns how to accurately relay messages in Japanese.

Meeting people who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of Mottainai.