NHK World TV

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

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

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

Programming to be announced.

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

Chef Rika cooks alongside two famous chefs to show viewers how to prepare a number of delicious Japanese dishes within five minutes.

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.

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

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year; how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

The host explores the diversity of Japanese society through a comprehensive analysis of statistical data and reports.

The host explores the diversity of Japanese society through a comprehensive analysis of statistical data and reports.

The filmmakers explore Edo townspeople's ways of repelling mosquitoes during hot and humid summer nights.

The filmmakers explore how women in Japan are using egg freezing to save pregnancy for later in their lives, accepting the cost and physical strain that treatment entails, to place a greater focus on their careers.

The filmmakers explore how kerosene home delivery operates during the snowy winter for the residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture.

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

From sea voyages to space travel, humanity has always faced one common problem: motion sickness. Discover how scientists are unraveling its mechanisms.

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

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

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.

Programming to be announced.

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

Chef Rika cooks alongside two famous chefs to show viewers how to prepare a number of delicious Japanese dishes within five minutes.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and latest trends coexist while uncovering many surprises along the way.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi examines the story behind a renowned Japanese product, lotion tissues. She also meets with Taniguchi Kenji, an expert who is involved with the development of lotion tissues.

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.

From sea voyages to space travel, humanity has always faced one common problem: motion sickness. Discover how scientists are unraveling its mechanisms.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese demons and showcases three kabuki dramas that feature them.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and latest trends coexist while uncovering many surprises along the way.

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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi examines the story behind a renowned Japanese product, lotion tissues. She also meets with Taniguchi Kenji, an expert who is involved with the development of lotion tissues.

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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese demons and showcases three kabuki dramas that feature them.

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

From sea voyages to space travel, humanity has always faced one common problem: motion sickness. Discover how scientists are unraveling its mechanisms.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and latest trends coexist while uncovering many surprises along the way.

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 filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of making Okinawa soba.

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

The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.

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 examines the story behind a renowned Japanese product, lotion tissues. She also meets with Taniguchi Kenji, an expert who is involved with the development of lotion tissues.

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.

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and latest trends coexist while uncovering many surprises along the way.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese demons and showcases three kabuki dramas that feature them.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi examines the story behind a renowned Japanese product, lotion tissues. She also meets with Taniguchi Kenji, an expert who is involved with the development of lotion tissues.

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 filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of making Okinawa soba.

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

The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.

The hosts present a smartphone attachment that can perform a professional-grade eye exam and vision-enhancing glasses designed for people with visual impairments.

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.

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and latest trends coexist while uncovering many surprises along the way.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi examines the story behind a renowned Japanese product, lotion tissues. She also meets with Taniguchi Kenji, an expert who is involved with the development of lotion tissues.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese demons and showcases three kabuki dramas that feature them.

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

The filmmakers explore various initiatives developed to preserve and revitalize vacant houses in Kyoto's alleys.

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

An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

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

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

American linguistic anthropologist Debra Occhi explores the realm of mascots and fictional characters, discussing how sounds influence the names of those figures.

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

The filmmakers explore various initiatives developed to preserve and revitalize vacant houses in Kyoto's alleys.