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

Features time-lapse footage of travel and movement infrastructures, including airports and transportation hubs which connect Japan and the world.

Explore a Nanbu ironware factory blending traditional molds and casting techniques with modern design; see masterful skills and a president's passion for ironware reimagined.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

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

Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.

The hosts explain how to ask a store clerk if the goods are available.

The filmmakers shed light on Comm Cafe, a popular spot in Osaka Prefecture that offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis.

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.

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.

A visit to Kesennuma, Japan, a sanma port in Tohoku, to learn about the popular fish that glitters like a sword.

The host explores the Tateyama Mountain Range, an alpine area dotted with sacred sites. Its peaks are home to "Tateyama Shinko," a unique system of local religious beliefs.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

Every winter, a group of performers in Kikonai, Hokkaido drench themselves in freezing water in hopes of inviting a bountiful harvest and catch. We follow efforts to preserve this timeless ritual.

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.

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of Mino in Gifu Prefecture and a conversation between a local couple about the art of Japanese papermaking.

Michael Keida sets out on a fast hiking trip and explores the beauty and mystical sacred places along the Iseji route of the Kumano Kodo.

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

The filmmakers explore the beautiful scenery of Nagasaki and discover the Goto Islands and their history of hidden Christians.

Explore a Nanbu ironware factory blending traditional molds and casting techniques with modern design; see masterful skills and a president's passion for ironware reimagined.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

The filmmakers look at Amazake, the sweet drink made from rice fermented with koji mold that has been a secret family recipe preserved for over 100 years.

Chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto visit their neighbor to learn how to make pickles.

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year; how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

The filmmakers shed light on Comm Cafe, a popular spot in Osaka Prefecture that offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis.

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.

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

Tateishi is a riverside neighborhood in eastern Tokyo that developed as a center of manufacturing; we learn about the local dyeing and toy industries and explore an old-fashioned shopping arcade.

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

Features time-lapse footage of travel and movement infrastructures, including airports and transportation hubs which connect Japan and the world.

The host explores the Tateyama Mountain Range, an alpine area dotted with sacred sites. Its peaks are home to "Tateyama Shinko," a unique system of local religious beliefs.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

The filmmakers shed light on a major kagura event in Buzen, Fukuoka Prefecture, featuring 24 music and dance performances to entertain the gods for two days.

The host explores the latest findings from Kyushu University, which reveal two crucial markers for early dementia.

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

In winter, a group of people from Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda hike up the mountains of Yoshino for kudzu.

A visit to Kesennuma, Japan, a sanma port in Tohoku, to learn about the popular fish that glitters like a sword.

Explore a Nanbu ironware factory blending traditional molds and casting techniques with modern design; see masterful skills and a president's passion for ironware reimagined.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in Tokyo's Arakawa Ward, a shopping street rich in history.

Every winter, a group of performers in Kikonai, Hokkaido drench themselves in freezing water in hopes of inviting a bountiful harvest and catch. We follow efforts to preserve this timeless ritual.

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.

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of Mino in Gifu Prefecture and a conversation between a local couple about the art of Japanese papermaking.

Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.

The hosts explain how to ask a store clerk if the goods are available.

The filmmakers shed light on Comm Cafe, a popular spot in Osaka Prefecture that offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis.

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.

The filmmakers visit a 100-year-old café born out of the friendship between Brazil and Japan, where the coffee is so great that it was even loved by superstar John Lennon.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

The host provides a closer look at the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a Japanese ukiyo-e artist from the Edo Period.

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year; how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.

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

The host explores the Tateyama Mountain Range, an alpine area dotted with sacred sites. Its peaks are home to "Tateyama Shinko," a unique system of local religious beliefs.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

The host explores the latest findings from Kyushu University, which reveal two crucial markers for early dementia.

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

Features time-lapse footage of travel and movement infrastructures, including airports and transportation hubs which connect Japan and the world.

Experts examine why Kyoto is a leader in disaster preparedness, focusing on the modern technology that protects the city from natural disasters.

Experts examine how global warming threatens widespread famine, predicting significant drops in maize, soybean and wheat yields by the end of the century.

The filmmaker explores Yonezawa's safflowers and their deep red color resembling the sun used for dyeing fabric.

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

The filmmakers explore how some of the oldest establishments in Japan have managed to thrive successfully for over a hundred years by incorporating innovation into age-old traditions.

The filmmakers take a look at the history of Gojinjo Taiko, a powerful performance by masked drummers that originated hundreds of years ago in Japan.

Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.

The hosts explain how to ask a store clerk if the goods are available.

The filmmakers shed light on Comm Cafe, a popular spot in Osaka Prefecture that offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis.

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.

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.

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

Every winter, a group of performers in Kikonai, Hokkaido drench themselves in freezing water in hopes of inviting a bountiful harvest and catch. We follow efforts to preserve this timeless ritual.

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.

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

Colleen experiences the cosmopolitan port city of Nagasaki during Obon. She explores the city's deep Chinese influences, from its annual festival to its architecture and food.

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

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of Mino in Gifu Prefecture and a conversation between a local couple about the art of Japanese papermaking.

Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring.

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

The filmmakers visit a 100-year-old café born out of the friendship between Brazil and Japan, where the coffee is so great that it was even loved by superstar John Lennon.

The filmmakers explore Inami Shishimai, a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture.

The filmmakers shed light on the 24-hour ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, revealing how a simple bowl of ramen is more than just a cheap meal.

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

Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda, Nara Prefecture has a 300-year history. To pass this legacy into the future, knowledge of medicinal herbs is shared with younger generations.

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.

The host explores the latest findings from Kyushu University, which reveal two crucial markers for early dementia.

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

On the 4th floor of a terminal inside Chubu Centrair International Airport sits a white piano, which passersby love to visit and play from the heart.

Xuan is confronted by Sasaki at the trash collection area of the apartment. Not knowing why Sasaki is angry with her, Sasaki's granddaughter comes to her rescue.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN features all kinds of programs to capture kids' imaginations and foster creativity. Let's dig a little deeper!

Chef Saito presents a fun and healthy recipe for cherry blossom-shaped crab rice, which is easy enough for anyone to make.

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

A time-lapse footage of a charming nighttime scenery that can be found in different environments all over Japan, including the cities and countryside.

Colleen experiences the cosmopolitan port city of Nagasaki during Obon. She explores the city's deep Chinese influences, from its annual festival to its architecture and food.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

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

Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring.

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.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the 24-hour ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, revealing how a simple bowl of ramen is more than just a cheap meal.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

Xuan is confronted by Sasaki at the trash collection area of the apartment. Not knowing why Sasaki is angry with her, Sasaki's granddaughter comes to her rescue.

Experts examine why Kyoto is a leader in disaster preparedness, focusing on the modern technology that protects the city from natural disasters.

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

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

The host explores the latest findings from Kyushu University, which reveal two crucial markers for early dementia.

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

The cyclist rides through bamboo forests in Kyoto and enjoys nighttime views in bustling Osaka.

It is the world's fastest land animal, but that rarely helps in Africa's bush where the cheetah thrives; let's discover some of its amazing hunting techniques, including what looks like teleporting.

The filmmaker sheds light on the historic sites and natural scene of Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture.

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

The filmmakers look at an entertainment hall home to rakugo comic stories and more for over a century. It is a place to relax and forget worries, where food and drink are welcome.

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.

Magician Ibuki discusses his rise to success as the first Japanese winner of a prestigious magic competition and his method for creating original tricks.

Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.

The hosts explain how to ask a store clerk if the goods are available.

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.

Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring.

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

A time-lapse footage of a charming nighttime scenery that can be found in different environments all over Japan, including the cities and countryside.

The filmmakers shed light on the 24-hour ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, revealing how a simple bowl of ramen is more than just a cheap meal.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

The filmmakers take a look at the history of Gojinjo Taiko, a powerful performance by masked drummers that originated hundreds of years ago in Japan.

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.

Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda, Nara Prefecture has a 300-year history. To pass this legacy into the future, knowledge of medicinal herbs is shared with younger generations.

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

Colleen experiences the cosmopolitan port city of Nagasaki during Obon. She explores the city's deep Chinese influences, from its annual festival to its architecture and food.

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

Various passersby, from a kindergarten teacher to high school friends, play the street piano in front of Kagoshima Chuo Station.

Xuan is confronted by Sasaki at the trash collection area of the apartment. Not knowing why Sasaki is angry with her, Sasaki's granddaughter comes to her rescue.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN features all kinds of programs to capture kids' imaginations and foster creativity. Let's dig a little deeper!

Chef Saito presents a fun and healthy recipe for cherry blossom-shaped crab rice, which is easy enough for anyone to make.

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

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring.

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

Explore Tokyo's oldest izakaya; with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, it has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

The host explores the story behind one of Tsutaju's most well-known masterpieces, "The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei," which is the artist's debut work.

Magician Ibuki discusses his rise to success as the first Japanese winner of a prestigious magic competition and his method for creating original tricks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

Japan is a seismically active land, the Edo period is no exception; in the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, a guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.

The night high schools in Japan are admitting more students with international roots; we look at a school in Tokyo and a teacher dedicated to guiding his students toward a better future.

The filmmakers shed light on the 24-hour ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, revealing how a simple bowl of ramen is more than just a cheap meal.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

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.

A time-lapse footage of a charming nighttime scenery that can be found in different environments all over Japan, including the cities and countryside.

Colleen experiences the cosmopolitan port city of Nagasaki during Obon. She explores the city's deep Chinese influences, from its annual festival to its architecture and food.

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

The filmmakers look at Amazake, the sweet drink made from rice fermented with koji mold that has been a secret family recipe preserved for over 100 years.

The host explores the process of making ryusei rockets that carry prayers from people in the community to the sky.

Chef Saito demonstrates the techniques needed to make crispy tempura using mountain vegetables of spring.

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.

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

Xuan is confronted by Sasaki at the trash collection area of the apartment. Not knowing why Sasaki is angry with her, Sasaki's granddaughter comes to her rescue.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN features all kinds of programs to capture kids' imaginations and foster creativity. Let's dig a little deeper!

Chef Saito presents a fun and healthy recipe for cherry blossom-shaped crab rice, which is easy enough for anyone to make.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in Tokyo's Arakawa Ward, a shopping street rich in history.

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.

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and nature.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

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

The filmmakers uncover the origin story of laser flaw inspection systems, one of Japan's renowned innovations.

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

Explore Tokyo's oldest izakaya; with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, it has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

The filmmakers showcase the traditional Japanese night of the oni, Oniyo, where people are cleansed of troubles.

Composting expert Taira Yuiko talks about her organization, Local Food Cycling Compost, and its mission to promote sustainable food practices.

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

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 host explores eggs that are safe for raw consumption by visiting farms and a restaurant in Kyoto with diverse egg-based culinary delights.

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.

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.