NHK World TV

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

Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.

Amami Oshima Islands, designated as a Natural World Heritage site in 2021, is home to rich biodiversity, including many endemic species. Michael Keida heads deep into the forest in search of the subtropical island's rare plant and wildlife.

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

Host Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions inspired by the appearances, habits and sounds of birds.

The hosts explain the type of adjective that ends with na and ways of expressing one's impressions of something.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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.

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.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama embark on a tasty journey of local cuisine focusing on bamboo shoots.

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.

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

Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.

Amami Oshima Islands, designated as a Natural World Heritage site in 2021, is home to rich biodiversity, including many endemic species. Michael Keida heads deep into the forest in search of the subtropical island's rare plant and wildlife.

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

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki discusses the techniques he uses to create realistic and thrilling action sequences.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

The Kinshicho and Kameido area is an urban subcenter in eastern Tokyo; we go in search of celebrated scenic views, savor local flavors, and learn how a network of canals evolved into a logistics hub.

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 explores efforts to improve early detection and treatment of pancreatic disease using endoscopic ultrasound.

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

Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.

Amami Oshima Islands, designated as a Natural World Heritage site in 2021, is home to rich biodiversity, including many endemic species. Michael Keida heads deep into the forest in search of the subtropical island's rare plant and wildlife.

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.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama embark on a tasty journey of local cuisine focusing on bamboo shoots.

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

Host Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions inspired by the appearances, habits and sounds of birds.

The hosts explain the type of adjective that ends with na and ways of expressing one's impressions of something.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.

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

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki discusses the techniques he uses to create realistic and thrilling action sequences.

The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.

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

The host discusses how drug-resistant bacteria silently infect healthy people and how to protect oneself from them.

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 explores efforts to improve early detection and treatment of pancreatic disease using endoscopic ultrasound.

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

"Phase Free" is a disaster preparedness concept that does not distinguish between everyday life and emergency situations.

Scientists warn that the Amazon rainforest is at risk of collapse and that exceeding 20% deforestation could disrupt the water cycle.

The host showcases time-lapse videos from Matsue in Izumo, also known as the city of water due to being surrounded by a river.

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

Host Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions inspired by the appearances, habits and sounds of birds.

The hosts explain the type of adjective that ends with na and ways of expressing one's impressions of something.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

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.

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.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama embark on a tasty journey of local cuisine focusing on bamboo shoots.

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

Michael Keida explores the deep roots and enduring appeal of artisanal kokuto, the traditional sugar of the Okinawa islands.

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

Chef Rika prepares wagyu beef steak in Japanese style, explains which cuts are the best and how to cook them. She also shares recipes for two sauces with Japanese flavors.

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

The filmmakers interview customers at a 24-hour bookstore in Tokyo about their picks and the appeal of physical copies.

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

The host explores efforts to improve early detection and treatment of pancreatic disease using endoscopic ultrasound.

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

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 explore the unique flavors of spring amidst cherry blossoms by wandering through Komagome gardens and sampling seasonal ekiben.

Chef Rika demonstrates how to make komeko, or rice flour, okonomiyaki.