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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi explores the history behind the invention of smokeless grills, learning about the first model and its mechanics.

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

Ishikawa Naohito creates opportunities for Sri Lankans to enrich their lives. His projects include an organic vegetable business and a massage salon employing the visually impaired.

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.

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.

Japanese scientists discover microorganisms that can survive for more than 100 million years deep below the ocean floor.

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

The hazard map for Mount Fuji, which was revised in 2021, reveals the possibility of greater damage from lava flows. Experts look at what lies behind those assumptions and what countermeasures can be taken.

Experts use scientific data and the latest discoveries to analyze the impact of global warming and explore potential solutions.

The filmmakers explore the production of Hagi ware, a style of Japanese pottery prized in tea ceremonies, captured through masterful time-lapse.

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

Nagasaka Mago discusses his unique art, made from e-waste gathered in Ghanaian slums. He dedicates much of the proceeds to the community and also shares his vision for an impactful process.

The filmmakers introduce asari, Japan's most popular clam. They visit Aichi to explore asari dishes and see how the clams are cultivated by using suspended cages.

Discover the story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodblock print series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boats caught in the wave have a reason.

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 explores the history behind the invention of smokeless grills, learning about the first model and its mechanics.

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

Ishikawa Naohito creates opportunities for Sri Lankans to enrich their lives. His projects include an organic vegetable business and a massage salon employing the visually impaired.

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

The filmmakers explore broccoli's wide appeal in Japan and how it's used in all kinds of dishes despite being a relative newcomer in the country.

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

The filmmakers explore Hino, a western Tokyo town famous for its Edo-era irrigation systems and rice fields that paved the way for the legendary Shinsengumi.

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.

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.

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi explores the history behind the invention of smokeless grills, learning about the first model and its mechanics.

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

Nagasaka Mago discusses his unique art, made from e-waste gathered in Ghanaian slums. He dedicates much of the proceeds to the community and also shares his vision for an impactful process.

Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.

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.

Japanese scientists discover microorganisms that can survive for more than 100 million years deep below the ocean floor.

Ishikawa Naohito creates opportunities for Sri Lankans to enrich their lives. His projects include an organic vegetable business and a massage salon employing the visually impaired.

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

The filmmakers explore broccoli's wide appeal in Japan and how it's used in all kinds of dishes despite being a relative newcomer in the country.

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

The filmmakers explore Hino, a western Tokyo town famous for its Edo-era irrigation systems and rice fields that paved the way for the legendary Shinsengumi.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi explores the history behind the invention of smokeless grills, learning about the first model and its mechanics.

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.

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.

Issues facing Japanese society, domestically and internationally.

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

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

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

Roughly 90% of Japan's plastic models are made in Shizuoka, an area whose manufacturing roots date back to shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Peter Barakan explores the latest developments for Japan's superb plastic models.

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

The filmmakers explore broccoli's wide appeal in Japan and how it's used in all kinds of dishes despite being a relative newcomer in the country.

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

The host visits the Tokyo Skytree and explores the role its structure plays in advancing scientific research.