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

The filmmaker explores the streets of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city.

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies. The farmers face an ultimatum: adapt or lose their livelihoods.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the history, function and beauty of Himeji Castle, a wooden castle built without a single nail.

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital; against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

Johan Leutwiler, from Switzerland, is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith. He talks about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

The filmmakers explore various types of udon noodles, one of Japan's popular dishes.

Explore the hidden depths of Japan's landmarks, revealing a world of technology underpinned by imagination, dedication and attention to detail.

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

The host explores the unique texture and versatility of kiriboshi daikon, a preserved daikon radish that Japanese people commonly use in various dishes.

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.

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies. The farmers face an ultimatum: adapt or lose their livelihoods.

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

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

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.

In the choir division of a major gospel event, held in New York in May 2025, Tia leads a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory; she tells about the significance of gospel music.

Part 2/2. The filmmakers visit a restaurant in Fukuoka Prefecture that specializes in Kurume style ramen and learn a surprising story about tonkotsu ramen.

Scenic views in Japan are showcased from an airplane window during a flight from Kagoshima to Amami Airport.

The filmmakers shed light on a New Year's concert at a samurai residence where a master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed women and a VIP guest lounging in the best seat.

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

Performers pull carts with creative designs made by local students in Higashinada Ward, Kobe, to pray for good health.

The chefs demonstrate how to make crispy bamboo shoot dumplings, from grating off the hard bottoms of the shoots to seasoning the batter.

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital; against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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

The filmmaker explores the streets of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city.

Johan Leutwiler, from Switzerland, is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith. He talks about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords.

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

The hosts explore how Hojo Railway in Hyogo Prefecture boosts ridership with volunteer stationmasters and an old, beloved diesel car.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the history, function and beauty of Himeji Castle, a wooden castle built without a single nail.

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies. The farmers face an ultimatum: adapt or lose their livelihoods.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

The filmmakers explore various types of udon noodles, one of Japan's popular dishes.

Explore the hidden depths of Japan's landmarks, revealing a world of technology underpinned by imagination, dedication and attention to detail.

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

The filmmaker explores the streets of Vancouver, a seaport Canadian city surrounded by mountains.

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital; against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful scenery of Seto Inland Sea, located in between Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

In the choir division of a major gospel event, held in New York in May 2025, Tia leads a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory; she tells about the significance of gospel music.

The filmmakers journey further in Hokkaido to try out ramen from Hakodate and Asahikawa, which are popular during the summer.

A camera crew captures stunning aerial footage of Japan, from Narita to Kumamoto, including views from above active volcanoes.

The filmmakers explore Edo Bay streets, enjoy performances by professional entertainers and try foods from different stalls during the summer.

Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching lives of others.

Johan Leutwiler, from Switzerland, is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith. He talks about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the history, function and beauty of Himeji Castle, a wooden castle built without a single nail.

The hosts explore how Hojo Railway in Hyogo Prefecture boosts ridership with volunteer stationmasters and an old, beloved diesel car.

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

The filmmaker explores the streets of Vancouver, a seaport Canadian city surrounded by mountains.

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies. The farmers face an ultimatum: adapt or lose their livelihoods.

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

Performers pull carts with creative designs made by local students in Higashinada Ward, Kobe, to pray for good health.

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.

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital; against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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

Explore the hidden depths of Japan's landmarks, revealing a world of technology underpinned by imagination, dedication and attention to detail.

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

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

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.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth.

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

The cyclists explore Awajishima in the Seto Inland Sea and try sweet raw onions. They then head to Niijima and Hachijojima, Pacific islands, and enjoy the natural scenery.

Chef Narisawa Yoshihiro expresses the concept of Satoyama wisdom through delectable dishes prepared using the best locally sourced ingredients.

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

The filmmaker explores the streets of Faro, the southernmost city in Portugal.

The hosts explore how Hojo Railway in Hyogo Prefecture boosts ridership with volunteer stationmasters and an old, beloved diesel car.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

The filmmakers explore the castle towns along the Tokaido route, uncovering their history and long-standing traditions.