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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 British broadcaster based in 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 explore the history of the tsuriyane, a hanging roof above the sumo wrestling ring that resembles a Shinto shrine.

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

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

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.

Yasuda Kan discusses the power of sculpture, following his receipt of the 2025 Isamu Noguchi Award for innovation and global cultural exchange.

A single bite of anpan, bread filled with sweet bean paste, is sheer joy; born at the end of the samurai era, it has over 150 years of history.

Discover the story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodblock print series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boats caught in the wave have a reason.

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

The filmmaker showcases how flowers in bloom continue to play a special role in the lives of the locals of Kyoto.

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

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a British broadcaster based in Japan.

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

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

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 "yobidashi", or announcers who call out the names of wrestlers before a match, have an important role to play at professional sumo wrestling events.

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

The filmmaker showcases how flowers in bloom continue to play a special role in the lives of the locals of Kyoto.

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

Yasuda Kan discusses the power of sculpture, following his receipt of the 2025 Isamu Noguchi Award for innovation and global cultural exchange.

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.

With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

The host visits the north-eastern part of Japan to explore a local tradition related to monster-like figures called namahage.

Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a British broadcaster based in Japan.

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

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

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 filmmaker showcases how flowers in bloom continue to play a special role in the lives of the locals of Kyoto.

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 "yobidashi", or announcers who call out the names of wrestlers before a match, have an important role to play at professional sumo wrestling events.

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 Cambodia's plan to build a new canal for more business opportunities at the cost of the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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

Emerging and renowned Japanese artists from across different genres showcase their musical talent through exciting performances.

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

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

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 "yobidashi", or announcers who call out the names of wrestlers before a match, have an important role to play at professional sumo wrestling events.

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 Cambodia's plan to build a new canal for more business opportunities at the cost of the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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

Emerging and renowned Japanese artists from across different genres showcase their musical talent through exciting performances.

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 "yobidashi", or announcers who call out the names of wrestlers before a match, have an important role to play at professional sumo wrestling events.

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

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

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.

Ushioda Kazuya, an award-winning artist, discusses the artistry and philosophy defining his realistic portraits.

Experts investigate how warming oceans intensify typhoons worldwide, breaking down the scientific mechanisms involved.

Chinese mother Yang Hu finds reassurance in a Japanese word that helps her connect with others while navigating cultural differences in Tokyo.

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 Cambodia's plan to build a new canal for more business opportunities at the cost of the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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

Emerging and renowned Japanese artists from across different genres showcase their musical talent through exciting performances.

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

The hosts explore a variety of stair designs in architecture and art, reflecting the creativity and artistry of the creators.

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 learn about Kinboshi, a notation used in professional sumo wrestling to record a lower-ranked wrestler's victory over a yokozuna.

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

The filmmakers shed light on Cambodia's plan to build a new canal for more business opportunities at the cost of the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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

Ushioda Kazuya, an award-winning artist, discusses the artistry and philosophy defining his realistic portraits.

Experts investigate how warming oceans intensify typhoons worldwide, breaking down the scientific mechanisms involved.

At dusk in summer, a woman is absorbed in reading a letter. This chic lady is actually an advertisement model for Mitsui Echigoya, one of the top kimono fabric stores in Edo.

The filmmakers take a look at how nucleic acid therapeutics offer new hope for treating ALS and knee osteoarthritis.

Emerging and renowned Japanese artists from across different genres showcase their musical talent through exciting performances.

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

The hosts explore a variety of stair designs in architecture and art, reflecting the creativity and artistry of the creators.

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 Cambodia's plan to build a new canal for more business opportunities at the cost of the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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

Chinese mother Yang Hu finds reassurance in a Japanese word that helps her connect with others while navigating cultural differences in Tokyo.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

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 learn about Kinboshi, a notation used in professional sumo wrestling to record a lower-ranked wrestler's victory over a yokozuna.

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

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

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

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 a variety of stair designs in architecture and art, reflecting the creativity and artistry of the creators.

The host presents classical Japanese literature, in both original form and modern rendition, that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan.

A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.

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

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

With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh; discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

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 learn about Kinboshi, a notation used in professional sumo wrestling to record a lower-ranked wrestler's victory over a yokozuna.