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

Zookeeper Takaichi Atsuhiro reveals his 25-year bond with a polar bear named Peace, highlighting their long relationship and the bear's ongoing battle with epilepsy.

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

Discovering Japan by bicycle, exploring a side of Japan not found in guidebooks.

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.

Peter Barakan explores the making and uses of konnyaku, a high-fiber Japanese staple ingredient with various health benefits.

Iwago follows a group of cats on the island of Mushima as they climb to a spot overlooking the sea and play in a field of daffodils.

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

The team embarks on a journey aboard a special dolphin-painted airplane, supporting an airline that soars with just one aircraft.

Looking at kirikane, ancient craftsmanship reveals the beauty of gossamer gold leaf; deep in the ancient capital of Kyoto, the place remains innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

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.

The filmmakers explore why Japanese Christians in the Nagasaki region went into hiding and how the faith was kept alive for 250 years without priests or churches.

The filmmaker sheds light on the summer scenery of a small village along the pilgrimage route of the World Heritage Site Kumano Kodo.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the long-standing history and the making of the sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.

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

Foreign residents talk about their experience of living in Japan, including special projects they have launched to support their home communities.

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

Kikuchi Atsuki is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts; he talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person.

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

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

The filmmaker presents poetic videos in collaboration with Mine Kawakami, a renowned pianist, to make one experience the seasons of Yamato, a former province in Japan.

The filmmakers illustrate how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars.

Peter MacMillan, a poet and a literary translator, presents various Japanese words and expressions related to mud.

Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

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 the history and culture of Sendai, a city in Honshu that was founded by a well-known samurai named Date Masamune in the 1600s.

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

Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Tokachi provides the experience of Japan's vibrant summer colors through time-lapse photography of northern Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the long-standing history and the making of the sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.

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.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

Peter MacMillan, a poet and a literary translator, presents various Japanese words and expressions related to mud.

Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

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 explore the history and culture of Sendai, a city in Honshu that was founded by a well-known samurai named Date Masamune in the 1600s.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the long-standing history and the making of the sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.

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

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.

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.

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

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

Yoshioka Hideto discusses his tenure leading the international NGO Japan Heart for over 20 years, providing free medical support in developing nations. He shares plans to establish a hub for paediatric care in Cambodia.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

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

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 Jimbocho's famous secondhand book district and learns about its history from the locals.

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

The filmmakers explore the history and culture of Sendai, a city in Honshu that was founded by a well-known samurai named Date Masamune in the 1600s.

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

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

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.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on yumitori-shiki, the bamboo bow twirling ceremony that fends off evil spirits after completing bouts of the day.

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

Peter MacMillan, a poet and a literary translator, presents various Japanese words and expressions related to mud.

Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

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

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

Yoshioka Hideto discusses his tenure leading the international NGO Japan Heart for over 20 years, providing free medical support in developing nations. He shares plans to establish a hub for paediatric care in Cambodia.

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

A group of young men and women come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly cooked seafood.

The filmmakers take a look at non-profit organizations that offer free tutoring to Japanese children born with foreign roots. The organizations aim to help them establish a sense of belonging and to promote inclusivity.

The filmmakers explore the history and culture of Sendai, a city in Honshu that was founded by a well-known samurai named Date Masamune in the 1600s.

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

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

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

The filmmakers illustrate how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen, which is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-meter mountain.

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

Peter MacMillan, a poet and a literary translator, presents various Japanese words and expressions related to mud.

Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's multicultural society, foreigners's perspectives on Japan, tips on student exchange programs and disaster preparedness.

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on yumitori-shiki, the bamboo bow twirling ceremony that fends off evil spirits after completing bouts of the day.

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.

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.

The filmmakers talk to people who climb Nozokizaka, a steep hill in Tokyo's Toshima Ward.

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

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on yumitori-shiki, the bamboo bow twirling ceremony that fends off evil spirits after completing bouts of the day.

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.

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.

The filmmakers talk to people who climb Nozokizaka, a steep hill in Tokyo's Toshima Ward.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on yumitori-shiki, the bamboo bow twirling ceremony that fends off evil spirits after completing bouts of the day.

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

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

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.

Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Tokachi provides the experience of Japan's vibrant summer colors through time-lapse photography of northern Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures.

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

Director Hiraoka Kasumi discusses her unique approach of blending social critique with fantasy-inspired narratives after winning an award at the VerticalMovie Festival 2025.

Peter MacMillan, a poet and a literary translator, presents various Japanese words and expressions related to mud.

Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.

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.

The filmmakers talk to people who climb Nozokizaka, a steep hill in Tokyo's Toshima Ward.

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

Researchers pursue the mysteries of the sun in order to prevent damage to telecommunications equipment and potential space disasters caused by the magnetic storms following major solar flares.

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.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The host explains the Japanese sumo ranking system, or "banzuke," highlighting how the rigid hierarchy affects each wrestler's career.

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.

Director Hiraoka Kasumi discusses her unique approach of blending social critique with fantasy-inspired narratives after winning an award at the VerticalMovie Festival 2025.

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 explore a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

The filmmakers shed light on the Kasugadai Center, a care facility in Japan that treats people with disabilities equally.

The filmmakers talk to people who climb Nozokizaka, a steep hill in Tokyo's Toshima Ward.

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

Researchers pursue the mysteries of the sun in order to prevent damage to telecommunications equipment and potential space disasters caused by the magnetic storms following major solar flares.

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.

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The host explains the Japanese sumo ranking system, or "banzuke," highlighting how the rigid hierarchy affects each wrestler's career.

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

The host explores a sacred forest, a friendly shopping street and more in the Yoyogi area to find ideas for sustainable urban living.

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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke discusses his mission to revolutionize the restaurant industry and spread happiness through good food, hospitality and green initiatives.

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

Researchers pursue the mysteries of the sun in order to prevent damage to telecommunications equipment and potential space disasters caused by the magnetic storms following major solar flares.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The host explains the Japanese sumo ranking system, or "banzuke," highlighting how the rigid hierarchy affects each wrestler's career.

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

The host explores a sacred forest, a friendly shopping street and more in the Yoyogi area to find ideas for sustainable urban living.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke discusses his mission to revolutionize the restaurant industry and spread happiness through good food, hospitality and green initiatives.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The host explains the Japanese sumo ranking system, or "banzuke," highlighting how the rigid hierarchy affects each wrestler's career.

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

Researchers pursue the mysteries of the sun in order to prevent damage to telecommunications equipment and potential space disasters caused by the magnetic storms following major solar flares.

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 filmmakers illustrate how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen, which is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-meter mountain.

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

Photographer Otani Sho discusses being the first Japanese to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the International Photography Awards and his passion for photographing small sea creatures.

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

The filmmakers explore a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke discusses his mission to revolutionize the restaurant industry and spread happiness through good food, hospitality and green initiatives.

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

The host explores a sacred forest, a friendly shopping street and more in the Yoyogi area to find ideas for sustainable urban living.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on basic sumo training, wrestlers' daily rituals and how they increase their physical strength for combat.

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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Photographer Otani Sho discusses being the first Japanese to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the International Photography Awards and his passion for photographing small sea creatures.

Reporter Safiya Quinley visits a wagyu farm and explores various dishes that bring out wagyu's unique texture and flavor.

A group of women gather at the local well to do laundry in the shade. They use various techniques and tools to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

Researchers pursue the mysteries of the sun in order to prevent damage to telecommunications equipment and potential space disasters caused by the magnetic storms following major solar flares.

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke discusses his mission to revolutionize the restaurant industry and spread happiness through good food, hospitality and green initiatives.

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

The host explores a sacred forest, a friendly shopping street and more in the Yoyogi area to find ideas for sustainable urban living.

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.

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on basic sumo training, wrestlers' daily rituals and how they increase their physical strength for combat.

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

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

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

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.

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on basic sumo training, wrestlers' daily rituals and how they increase their physical strength for combat.

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

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

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

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

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

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on basic sumo training, wrestlers' daily rituals and how they increase their physical strength for combat.

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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.

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

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

Ito Junji, a globally renowned horror manga artist, discusses the inspiration behind his distinctive artworks.

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

A group of women gather at the local well to do laundry in the shade. They use various techniques and tools to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

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

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.

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.

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

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

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

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

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Enhancing the experience of Sumo Wrestling with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past.

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

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

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

Ito Junji, a globally renowned horror manga artist, discusses the inspiration behind his distinctive artworks.

The host explores varieties of kiwi developed in Kagawa, Japan, and innovative kiwi dishes.

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. The filmmakers examine how the painting highlights bathing as an essential part of life for the townspeople.

A painter is commissioned by two mothers, who lost their daughters in the Great East Japan Earthquake, to create portraits of their children as adults.

Chef Nobuko and her husband Makoto harvest butterbur sprouts to make fuki-miso.

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.

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

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

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

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

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

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Enhancing the experience of Sumo Wrestling with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past.

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

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

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

The filmmakers shed light on the ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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

Harvard-trained anthropologist Maura McGrath delves into snack bars, revealing a unique form of Japanese nightlife.

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

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Enhancing the experience of Sumo Wrestling with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past.

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

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

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 ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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

Harvard-trained anthropologist Maura McGrath delves into snack bars, revealing a unique form of Japanese nightlife.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Enhancing the experience of Sumo Wrestling with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past.

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

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

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.

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

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

Ohtake Makiko, recipient of a 2025 NASA award for her outstanding contributions to Solar System exploration, discusses her research into the origins of the Earth and the Moon.

What happens to lake water when it no longer freezes in winter? Detailed records of a divine freezing phenomenon of Lake Suwa in Japan have been kept for 580 years, but since 2018 it has not frozen.

German urbanist Chris Dimmer focuses on the community-building potential of Japan's public bathhouses, or "sento". He hopes that people living alone can rediscover the value of these bathhouses.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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

Harvard-trained anthropologist Maura McGrath delves into snack bars, revealing a unique form of Japanese nightlife.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers' values and stories behind their creations.

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

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

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers give a comprehensive guide on how to see Grand Sumo, the prestigious tournament in Japan.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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

Ohtake Makiko, recipient of a 2025 NASA award for her outstanding contributions to Solar System exploration, discusses her research into the origins of the Earth and the Moon.

What happens to lake water when it no longer freezes in winter? Detailed records of a divine freezing phenomenon of Lake Suwa in Japan have been kept for 580 years, but since 2018 it has not frozen.

The filmmakers shed light on kabuki theaters on hiatus, people enjoying the nightlife in a bustling neighborhood and a celebrity sighting.

The host discusses hearing loss as a major risk factor for dementia and a rehabilitation program that helps people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

Harvard-trained anthropologist Maura McGrath delves into snack bars, revealing a unique form of Japanese nightlife.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers' values and stories behind their creations.

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

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

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

The filmmakers shed light on the ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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

German urbanist Chris Dimmer focuses on the community-building potential of Japan's public bathhouses, or "sento". He hopes that people living alone can rediscover the value of these bathhouses.

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers give a comprehensive guide on how to see Grand Sumo, the prestigious tournament in Japan.

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

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

The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

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

Bicycle touring around the world.

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

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers' values and stories behind their creations.

Rockie and a range of other puppets, including a snail, hippopotamus and crocodile, go on adventures and learn about school life, growing up and fairness.

The host explores the mechanism of a hand mixer, focusing on how the motor transmits power to the rotating attachments.

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

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

We'll be driving through Hiroshima Prefecture, with our goal being the famed Itsukushima Shrine; along the way, we'll make a few stops off the beaten path that will amaze you!

The host visits a store selling folding fans, which are popular because the shape of the open fan symbolizes increasing prosperity.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers give a comprehensive guide on how to see Grand Sumo, the prestigious tournament in Japan.