NHK World TV

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

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

A look at the people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of Mottainai.

Saito Harumichi, a deaf photographer, explores the nature of language and communication while raising his hearing children and preparing an exhibition reflecting his quest for connection.

The filmmakers explore a restaurant, an oasis in central Tokyo, that has influenced Japanese food trends for over 100 years and holds ties to the post-WWII US occupation.

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

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Pedalling along the less-travelled routes to experience Japan's unexplored beauty, from shorelines and mountains to architectural wonders and more.

A popular edutainment show for kids in Japan, featuring the main character Wakey and his friends, who bring interesting facts to make every day more fun; the show opens a "Door to Knowledge," sparking children's curiosity about science, nature, art, history, and more; packed with exciting segments such as games, dance, live music, cooking, comedy skits, town explorations, and manga, it's loaded wi

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.

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

A look at the people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of Mottainai.

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

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

The filmmakers shed light on a Chinese woman living in Japan who holds gatherings for Chinese children with the goal of boosting their confidence in their international background.

Food waste is a major driver of global warming; one institute warns that greenhouse gas emissions from food waste exceed those of nations like India and Russia; we examine the data behind this issue.

Hishikawa Seiichi, a video and craft artist based in Tottori Prefecture, makes fishing flags with colorful, hand-drawn designs.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmakers explore Tosa's local port, where fishmongers demonstrate their expertise in finding the best bonito.

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

Videographer Koichi Hozan captures the landscape of newly planted rice paddies and the sounds of frogs and birds.

Lemi Duncan sheds light on linear rainbands, a phenomenon which causes frequent torrential rain and floods in Japan, and why it is hard to make accurate forecasts.

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words related to the number eight and the unique culture surrounding it.

Fun and easy Japanese!; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions!; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji!; give it a try!

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

We introduce the English-language versions of two edutainment programs for kids; check out "The Wakey Show" with DJ Wakey and a cast of puppets and "I Love Mee," an animation exploring everyday questions.

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

The filmmakers explore Mt Fuji and its five surrounding lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture.

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.

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

Explores Wakayama's textile production, the prefecture's staple industry, from colorful pile fabric to comfortable knits.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

Witness the virtual excursion from an airplane and take a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

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

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmakers explore Tosa's local port, where fishmongers demonstrate their expertise in finding the best bonito.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words related to the number eight and the unique culture surrounding it.

Fun and easy Japanese!; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions!; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji!; give it a try!

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

We introduce the English-language versions of two edutainment programs for kids; check out "The Wakey Show" with DJ Wakey and a cast of puppets and "I Love Mee," an animation exploring everyday questions.

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

The filmmakers explore Mt Fuji and its five surrounding lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture.

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

Explores Wakayama's textile production, the prefecture's staple industry, from colorful pile fabric to comfortable knits.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

Witness the virtual excursion from an airplane and take a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

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

David Conklin explores the Kunisaki Peninsula's culture and nature, including the Kebesu Festival and Futago-ji Temple.

NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio; it's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmakers explore Tosa's local port, where fishmongers demonstrate their expertise in finding the best bonito.

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

Otani Akira, author of the Dagger Award-winning "The Night of Baba Yaga," discusses the inspirations behind her work and the complex themes she explores.

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

We introduce the English-language versions of two edutainment programs for kids; check out "The Wakey Show" with DJ Wakey and a cast of puppets and "I Love Mee," an animation exploring everyday questions.

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

The host explores Ebisu, a vibrant district rooted in its historic brewery, tracing its evolution from a charming past to a modern, pulsing community.

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

The filmmakers explore Mt Fuji and its five surrounding lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture.

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

Experts investigate the potential and mechanisms of biologic drugs in treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.

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

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmakers explore Tosa's local port, where fishmongers demonstrate their expertise in finding the best bonito.

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

Explores Wakayama's textile production, the prefecture's staple industry, from colorful pile fabric to comfortable knits.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

Witness the virtual excursion from an airplane and take a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words related to the number eight and the unique culture surrounding it.

Fun and easy Japanese!; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions!; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji!; give it a try!

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

We introduce the English-language versions of two edutainment programs for kids; check out "The Wakey Show" with DJ Wakey and a cast of puppets and "I Love Mee," an animation exploring everyday questions.

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

Otani Akira, author of the Dagger Award-winning "The Night of Baba Yaga," discusses the inspirations behind her work and the complex themes she explores.

Michael gets on a boat with fishermen in Hokkaido and explores various Japanese and fusion dishes made with spear squid.

The filmmakers examine what a group of women and children are looking for amongst the weeds near a stream on the outskirts of Edo.

Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

The filmmakers explore Mt Fuji and its five surrounding lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture.

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

Experts investigate the potential and mechanisms of biologic drugs in treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.

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

Lemi Duncan sheds light on linear rainbands, a phenomenon which causes frequent torrential rain and floods in Japan, and why it is hard to make accurate forecasts.

Food waste is a major driver of global warming; one institute warns that greenhouse gas emissions from food waste exceed those of nations like India and Russia; we examine the data behind this issue.

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.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words related to the number eight and the unique culture surrounding it.

Fun and easy Japanese!; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions!; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji!; give it a try!

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

We introduce the English-language versions of two edutainment programs for kids; check out "The Wakey Show" with DJ Wakey and a cast of puppets and "I Love Mee," an animation exploring everyday questions.

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

Explores Wakayama's textile production, the prefecture's staple industry, from colorful pile fabric to comfortable knits.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

Witness the virtual excursion from an airplane and take a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

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

Charles Glover explores rich nature, architecture, delicacies and a rural kabuki performance in Kita-ku, Kobe.

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.

Experts investigate the potential and mechanisms of biologic drugs in treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.

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

Aoi and Xuan continue to stroll through Nagatoro and enter a coffee shop where Aoi consults Xuan about her romance. However, there seems to be a problem in the way Xuan reacts.

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

Chef Saito showcases how to prepare a recipe for white mizu-yokan with matcha syrup and shares traditional Japanese cooking techniques.

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

Charles Glover explores rich nature, architecture, delicacies and a rural kabuki performance in Kita-ku, Kobe.

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

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.

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

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

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

Aoi and Xuan continue to stroll through Nagatoro and enter a coffee shop where Aoi consults Xuan about her romance. However, there seems to be a problem in the way Xuan reacts.

Lemi Duncan sheds light on linear rainbands, a phenomenon which causes frequent torrential rain and floods in Japan, and why it is hard to make accurate forecasts.

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

Experts investigate the potential and mechanisms of biologic drugs in treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.

NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio; it's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.

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

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words related to the number eight and the unique culture surrounding it.

Fun and easy Japanese!; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions!; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji!; give it a try!

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

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.

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

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

Charles Glover explores rich nature, architecture, delicacies and a rural kabuki performance in Kita-ku, Kobe.

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

Aoi and Xuan continue to stroll through Nagatoro and enter a coffee shop where Aoi consults Xuan about her romance. However, there seems to be a problem in the way Xuan reacts.

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

Chef Saito showcases how to prepare a recipe for white mizu-yokan with matcha syrup and shares traditional Japanese cooking techniques.

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.

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

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

Cultivating Japanese peaches; new ways to enjoy peaches unique to their cultivation areas; a chef uses peaches in Italian dishes.

The filmmakers shed light on Hokusai's artwork portraying workers at a sawmill using tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life.

Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

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

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

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

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

Charles Glover explores rich nature, architecture, delicacies and a rural kabuki performance in Kita-ku, Kobe.

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.

Aoi and Xuan continue to stroll through Nagatoro and enter a coffee shop where Aoi consults Xuan about her romance. However, there seems to be a problem in the way Xuan reacts.

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

Chef Saito showcases how to prepare a recipe for white mizu-yokan with matcha syrup and shares traditional Japanese cooking techniques.

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.

Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

The stories behind hit Japanese products, plus top creations for niche markets. This time: contactless IC cards & wasabi packets.

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

Social entrepreneur Doya Yuto discusses running his fashion brand and nonprofit organization to support Ghana's disadvantaged communities.

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

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

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

Emerging and renowned Japanese artists from across different genres showcase their musical talent through exciting performances.