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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.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's emergency food options and the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

Miyanaga Aiko, a contemporary artist, learns about the origin and cultural impact of the Mincho font, drawn by hand around 1990.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

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.

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.

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.

Bicycle touring around the world.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's emergency food options and the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

Miyanaga Aiko, a contemporary artist, learns about the origin and cultural impact of the Mincho font, drawn by hand around 1990.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

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.

The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.

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.

Bicycle touring around the world.

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 shed light on the wrestling move yorikiri, or frontal force out, which is one of sumo's most common winning techniques.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's emergency food options and the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

Miyanaga Aiko, a contemporary artist, learns about the origin and cultural impact of the Mincho font, drawn by hand around 1990.

Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.

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.

The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.

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.

Bicycle touring around the world.

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

The filmmakers shed light on the life of samurai Yagyu Munenori, who faithfully served three generations of Tokugawa shoguns and spread his Yagyu Shinkage-ryu sword-fighting school across Japan.

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

Observing Red Fuji and Black Fuji, two different views of Japan's famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai; what did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?

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

The filmmakers shed light on Japan's emergency food options and the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

Miyanaga Aiko, a contemporary artist, learns about the origin and cultural impact of the Mincho font, drawn by hand around 1990.

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 wrestling move yorikiri, or frontal force out, which is one of sumo's most common winning techniques.

The filmmaker documents the lifestyle and egg farming practice of a family as they hand over responsibilities to the upcoming generation.

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

The host explores the making of Shirakawa and Kitakata ramen noodles in Fukushima, located in the Tohoku region of Honshu, Japan.

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

NHK WORLD SHOWCASE covers a variety of genres, including pilot episodes of newly-developed programs and special features.

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.

The host explores the causes of Japan's high vacancy rates, with more than 8 million vacant homes, and innovative solutions to address this issue.

A cat patrols the rice fields, but there's always time for a midday nap; at a vineyard, we get a tour from a cat named Pinot Noir; he's popular with visitors but always plays it cool.

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

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

Five-year-old Mee learns more about Mee's self and the world around Mee through everyday questions and thought experiments.

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

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

The filmmakers explore the peaceful hunting-and-gathering lifestyle of the Jomon people and their harmony with nature.

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.

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 wrestling move yorikiri, or frontal force out, which is one of sumo's most common winning techniques.