NHK World TV

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

The host embarks on a journey across Japan to explore the food culture surrounding one of its most popular dishes: ramen.

Hina dolls reflect adoration for nobility, relieve loneliness and represent prayers for children's growth.

Tran Van Vuong, a Vietnamese man who designs fishing rods, learns how to ask for and obtain permission in Japanese.

Judo instructor Sato Hitoe uses worn-out uniforms, or gis, to make durable items like tote bags.

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

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

In this series, prestigious award-winning programs produced by broadcasters across Japan.

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

Anime critic Fujitsu Ryota discusses the evolution of sports manga and anime; the creators of the figure skating anime "Medalist" show how they capture the subtle movements and atmosphere of the rink.

Rockie tries using a messenger bird to send messages to her friends, but a mistake leads to a critical misunderstanding.

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.

Members of the male VTuber group HOLOSTARS perform their music and talk about their activities as virtual artists.

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.

Experts reveal the versatility of sweet potatoes, which are used for everything from delicious desserts to power generation.

The filmmaker follows Kotaro to his favorite spot near the mausoleum for Date Masamune. He later introduces Komimi, who lives in a glass workshop and likes to nap in the forest nearby.

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

The host embarks on a journey across Japan to explore the food culture surrounding one of its most popular dishes: ramen.

Hina dolls reflect adoration for nobility, relieve loneliness and represent prayers for children's growth.

Tran Van Vuong, a Vietnamese man who designs fishing rods, learns how to ask for and obtain permission in Japanese.

Judo instructor Sato Hitoe uses worn-out uniforms, or gis, to make durable items like tote bags.

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.

Aditya Sharma seeks a sustainable balance between protecting the planet and meeting consumer demand for clothing. He explores a Japanese tradition in the hopes of finding inspiration.

The filmmakers explore how rising temperatures driven by climate change alter bee behavior and lead to declining populations, resulting in shortened pollination windows that threaten a global agricultural food crisis.

Takeya Takayuki, a model maker, learns about the uniquely carved and decorated fishing boats used in the herring industry before the 1950s.

Meeting two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armor in Warabi, Saitama.

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

The filmmakers explore the history of the Murakami Kaizoku, a group of seafarers who operated in the Seto Inland Sea, while showcasing footage of the Kurushima Straits.

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

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.

Redefining Dental Care: This episode explores how new dental products and services are making a higher level of oral healthcare available to all.

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.

Meeting two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armor in Warabi, Saitama.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

Vicky and his international friends prepare 100 servings of his signature dish, South Indian curry, for the International Children's Cafeteria in Matsuyama.

The filmmakers explore various aspects of Hokkaido, from the ecology of brown bears to the craftsmanship of a bento lunch.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the history and operation of Noboribetsu, a spa resort in Hokkaido, and the making of fermented soybeans or natto with the area's high-quality soybeans and water.

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

The filmmakers explore how a doctor-led nail salon helps cancer patients manage nail discoloration and weakness, supporting their mental well-being during treatment.

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

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

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

Meeting two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armor in Warabi, Saitama.

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

Umemoto Ayaka, captain of the Japan women's national deaf volleyball team, shares her mission to win gold at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics.

The host explores various types of Japanese bread, from fruit sandwiches to curry bread.

The filmmakers explore various types of udon noodles, one of Japan's popular dishes.

With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh; discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

Vicky and his international friends prepare 100 servings of his signature dish, South Indian curry, for the International Children's Cafeteria in Matsuyama.

The filmmakers explore various aspects of Hokkaido, from the ecology of brown bears to the craftsmanship of a bento lunch.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the history and operation of Noboribetsu, a spa resort in Hokkaido, and the making of fermented soybeans or natto with the area's high-quality soybeans and water.

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.

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

Meeting two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armor in Warabi, Saitama.

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

The filmmakers explore how a doctor-led nail salon helps cancer patients manage nail discoloration and weakness, supporting their mental well-being during treatment.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

Vicky and his international friends prepare 100 servings of his signature dish, South Indian curry, for the International Children's Cafeteria in Matsuyama.

The filmmakers explore various aspects of Hokkaido, from the ecology of brown bears to the craftsmanship of a bento lunch.

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

Umemoto Ayaka, captain of the Japan women's national deaf volleyball team, shares her mission to win gold at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics.

The host explores various types of Japanese bread, from fruit sandwiches to curry bread.

The filmmakers explore various types of udon noodles, one of Japan's popular dishes.

With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh; discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

Nora visits the Hanamatsuri mountain village to experience an evening of all-night dancing and a celebration that brings together deities and humans.

Features the Hida region in Gifu Prefecture, home to some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills.

The filmmakers shed light on the history and operation of Noboribetsu, a spa resort in Hokkaido, and the making of fermented soybeans or natto with the area's high-quality soybeans and water.

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.

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

Meeting two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armor in Warabi, Saitama.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

Vicky and his international friends prepare 100 servings of his signature dish, South Indian curry, for the International Children's Cafeteria in Matsuyama.

The filmmakers explore various aspects of Hokkaido, from the ecology of brown bears to the craftsmanship of a bento lunch.

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

The filmmakers explore how a doctor-led nail salon helps cancer patients manage nail discoloration and weakness, supporting their mental well-being during treatment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.