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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.

We follow the demolition of Japan's World Trade Center Building; craftsmen take on the highest demolition in history with world-first new techniques!

Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends.

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.

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.

The filmmakers celebrate the New Year in the snow-blanketed mountains of Hida Takayama and savor the distinctive flavors of Takayama ramen.

The filmmakers showcase how Raden artisans from Kyoto use the iridescent inner layer of shells to create designs on black lacquer surfaces.

Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

We visit a factory in Hamamatsu, where they use technology, handcraft and finely tuned instinct to make keyboard harmonicas for everyone from schoolchildren to pro musicians.

Daisuke Shimizu captures the beauty of Japan's topography, local cuisine, culture, lifestyle, biodiversity and more in a series of time-lapse videos.

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

The host discusses Japanese words that are related to shadows and shade.

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

The filmmakers explore how international interest helps preserve ancient Japanese sword techniques, highlighting Canadian dealer Robert Hughes and master smith Adachi Shigefumi.

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 different places across Japan and learn the history behind the country's bridges.

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.

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.

We visit a factory in Hamamatsu, where they use technology, handcraft and finely tuned instinct to make keyboard harmonicas for everyone from schoolchildren to pro musicians.

Daisuke Shimizu captures the beauty of Japan's topography, local cuisine, culture, lifestyle, biodiversity and more in a series of time-lapse videos.

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

The host discusses Japanese words that are related to shadows and shade.

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

The filmmakers explore how international interest helps preserve ancient Japanese sword techniques, highlighting Canadian dealer Robert Hughes and master smith Adachi Shigefumi.

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 visit different places across Japan and learn the history behind the country's bridges.

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.

Architect James Lambiasi explores the living culture of mingei folk craft, visits Toyama Municipal Folkcraft Village and stays in a farmhouse filled with works of prominent mingei figures.

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.

We visit a factory in Hamamatsu, where they use technology, handcraft and finely tuned instinct to make keyboard harmonicas for everyone from schoolchildren to pro musicians.

Daisuke Shimizu captures the beauty of Japan's topography, local cuisine, culture, lifestyle, biodiversity and more in a series of time-lapse videos.

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

Akio Fujimoto talks about his passion for filmmaking after his film was honored at the 2025 Venice Film Festival.

The filmmakers explore how international interest helps preserve ancient Japanese sword techniques, highlighting Canadian dealer Robert Hughes and master smith Adachi Shigefumi.

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 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.

The filmmakers visit different places across Japan and learn the history behind the country's bridges.

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

Prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare, from food and exercise to the latest treatments.

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

We visit a factory in Hamamatsu, where they use technology, handcraft and finely tuned instinct to make keyboard harmonicas for everyone from schoolchildren to pro musicians.

Daisuke Shimizu captures the beauty of Japan's topography, local cuisine, culture, lifestyle, biodiversity and more in a series of time-lapse videos.

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.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple, but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

The host discusses Japanese words that are related to shadows and shade.

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

The filmmakers explore how international interest helps preserve ancient Japanese sword techniques, highlighting Canadian dealer Robert Hughes and master smith Adachi Shigefumi.

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.

Akio Fujimoto talks about his passion for filmmaking after his film was honored at the 2025 Venice Film Festival.

The filmmakers explore a restaurant, an oasis in central Tokyo, that has influenced Japanese food trends for over 100 years and holds ties to the post-WWII US occupation.

The filmmakers examine the painting of two cranes on the edge of a series of paddy fields and discover its hidden meaning.

The host sheds light on the issue of young people in Japan working temporary jobs and struggling to make ends meet, leaving them unable to access public assistance.

The filmmakers visit different places across Japan and learn the history behind the country's bridges.

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

Prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare, from food and exercise to the latest treatments.

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.

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 show how snow melts into water, which is used to grow rice in Yonezawa, and how a 400-year-old brewery turns this rice into sake, using human expertise instead of machines.

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

The host discusses Japanese words that are related to shadows and shade.

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

The filmmakers explore how international interest helps preserve ancient Japanese sword techniques, highlighting Canadian dealer Robert Hughes and master smith Adachi Shigefumi.

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.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple, but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Photographer Alfie Goodrich heads to Osaka to explore the food culture, the waterways that made the city a commercial hub and the historical architecture.

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

Chef Saito demonstrates how to easily cook mackerel kabayaki.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare, from food and exercise to the latest treatments.

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.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple, but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Photographer Alfie Goodrich heads to Osaka to explore the food culture, the waterways that made the city a commercial hub and the historical architecture.

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

Chef Saito demonstrates how to easily cook mackerel kabayaki.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple, but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare, from food and exercise to the new treatments.

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

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

Dentist Matsumoto Toshihide discusses protecting the lives of children from Myanmar through oral care and distributing toothbrushes in evacuation shelters lacking medical facilities.

The host discusses Japanese words that are related to shadows and shade.

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.

Chef Saito demonstrates how to easily cook mackerel kabayaki.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Experts talk about technological advancements in Japan's medical field that have a significant positive impact on human life.

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

Photographer Alfie Goodrich heads to Osaka to explore the food culture, the waterways that made the city a commercial hub and the historical architecture.

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.

Certain forbidden moves are strictly against the rules in sumo wrestling, and can result in disqualification.

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

Chef Saito demonstrates how to easily cook mackerel kabayaki.

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

Dentist Matsumoto Toshihide discusses protecting the lives of children from Myanmar through oral care and distributing toothbrushes in evacuation shelters lacking medical facilities.

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.

Young students at a private institution meticulously put brush to paper, demonstrating their calligraphy skills.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Experts talk about technological advancements in Japan's medical field that have a significant positive impact on human life.

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

Photographer Alfie Goodrich heads to Osaka to explore the food culture, the waterways that made the city a commercial hub and the historical architecture.

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

Chef Saito demonstrates how to easily cook mackerel kabayaki.

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.

Certain forbidden moves are strictly against the rules in sumo wrestling, and can result in disqualification.

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

The host explores how the arrival of exiles and castaways shaped industries on Hachijojima, an island that is now a popular tourist destination.

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.

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

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

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

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

Experts talk about technological advancements in Japan's medical field that have a significant positive impact on human life.

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.

Certain forbidden moves are strictly against the rules in sumo wrestling, and can result in disqualification.

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

The host explores how the arrival of exiles and castaways shaped industries on Hachijojima, an island that is now a popular tourist destination.

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.

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

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

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

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.

Certain forbidden moves are strictly against the rules in sumo wrestling, and can result in disqualification.

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

Experts talk about technological advancements in Japan's medical field that have a significant positive impact on human life.

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

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 show how snow melts into water, which is used to grow rice in Yonezawa, and how a 400-year-old brewery turns this rice into sake, using human expertise instead of machines.

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

Musician Ichiko Aoba discusses why her sound captivates international audiences despite language barriers.

The filmmakers explore a restaurant, an oasis in central Tokyo, that has influenced Japanese food trends for over 100 years and holds ties to the post-WWII US occupation.

Young students at a private institution meticulously put brush to paper, demonstrating their calligraphy skills.

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.

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

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

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

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.

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

The host explores how the arrival of exiles and castaways shaped industries on Hachijojima, an island that is now a popular tourist destination.

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.

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

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

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

Musician Ichiko Aoba discusses why her sound captivates international audiences despite language barriers.

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.

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.

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

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

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.

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

The host explores how the arrival of exiles and castaways shaped industries on Hachijojima, an island that is now a popular tourist destination.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.