NHK World TV

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.

Discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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 faster and more accurate weather radar system provides instantaneous full three-dimensional images of storm cloud activity 10km up into the sky, promising more precise weather forecasting.

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 trends coexist, while uncovering surprises along the way.

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

Saito Kentaro talks about what fireworks mean to him and how his team won the bronze trophy at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition.

The filmmakers shed light on the eco-friendly charcoal production in Kishu, Japan, highlighting the process of cutting down suitable trees while promoting forest regrowth.

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.

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

Discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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.

More than 100 kinds of turnips are produced in Japan; traditional turnip cuisine; pickled turnips; French cuisine that incorporates turnips.

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

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

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.

Discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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

Saito Kentaro talks about what fireworks mean to him and how his team won the bronze trophy at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition.

The filmmakers shed light on the eco-friendly charcoal production in Kishu, Japan, highlighting the process of cutting down suitable trees while promoting forest regrowth.

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

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.

More than 100 kinds of turnips are produced in Japan; traditional turnip cuisine; pickled turnips; French cuisine that incorporates turnips.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and trends coexist, while uncovering 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.

Discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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 host learns about shamisen, a three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and examines how the locals try to keep its music alive.

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

For 800 years, the Ogasawara family has taught Japanese etiquette through daily actions, learning how this cultivates self-awareness and understanding of others.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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.

More than 100 kinds of turnips are produced in Japan; traditional turnip cuisine; pickled turnips; French cuisine that incorporates turnips.

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 host learns about shamisen, a three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and examines how the locals try to keep its music alive.

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

For 800 years, the Ogasawara family has taught Japanese etiquette through daily actions, learning how this cultivates self-awareness and understanding of others.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

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.

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.

More than 100 kinds of turnips are produced in Japan; traditional turnip cuisine; pickled turnips; French cuisine that incorporates turnips.

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

The host learns about shamisen, a three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and examines how the locals try to keep its music alive.

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 visit Akan-Mashu National Park, home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

The filmmakers shed light on the 300-year-old hinoki cypress trees in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture, and sushi barrels made from locally-produced lumber.

A group of women gather at the local well to do laundry in the shade. They use various techniques and tools to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

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

For 800 years, the Ogasawara family has taught Japanese etiquette through daily actions, learning how this cultivates self-awareness and understanding of others.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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 recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

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

The host learns about shamisen, a three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and examines how the locals try to keep its music alive.

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.

For 800 years, the Ogasawara family has taught Japanese etiquette through daily actions, learning how this cultivates self-awareness and understanding of others.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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 visit Akan-Mashu National Park, home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

The filmmakers shed light on the 300-year-old hinoki cypress trees in Kiso, Nagano Prefecture, and sushi barrels made from locally-produced lumber.

A group of women gather at the local well to do laundry in the shade. They use various techniques and tools to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.

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 recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

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

The host learns about shamisen, a three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and examines how the locals try to keep its music alive.

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

For 800 years, the Ogasawara family has taught Japanese etiquette through daily actions, learning how this cultivates self-awareness and understanding of others.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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 spike of foreign workers in South Korea, the lack of standard healthcare and accommodations provided for the workers and the country's effort to ease the tension between locals and foreigners.

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

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

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

The host sheds light on various aspects of Japan that demonstrate the country's uniqueness and innovation in a wide range of fields.

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

The recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

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

The host explores interesting stories and the long, mythical history of several types of tofu from across Japan.