NHK World TV

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.

Features the functionality and aesthetic of elegantly crafted boxes in Kyoto and the process behind their creation.

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.

Visit one of Japan's engineering marvels, an auto and train bridge spanning six islands, and meet the dedicated crew working to keep it as good as new for the next 200 years.

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

Michael Keida explores Japan's diverse range of eggplant varieties, from the juicy *mizu nasu* to the incredibly tender *kamo nasu*.

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.

Kadota Shunji, president of the Mainstream Association of Persons with Disabilities, discusses his journey and ongoing efforts to empower people with disabilities.

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

A Japanese couple opens up about their grief after losing their newborn son just two hours after birth.

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

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

Features the functionality and aesthetic of elegantly crafted boxes in Kyoto and the process behind their creation.

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 discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative 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.

Visit one of Japan's engineering marvels, an auto and train bridge spanning six islands, and meet the dedicated crew working to keep it as good as new for the next 200 years.

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

Features the functionality and aesthetic of elegantly crafted boxes in Kyoto and the process behind their creation.

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

Kadota Shunji, president of the Mainstream Association of Persons with Disabilities, discusses his journey and ongoing efforts to empower people with disabilities.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each season.

One in 45 Japanese people is suspected to have a gambling addiction. A man who made a clean break from gambling shares his recovery journey from addiction.

We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.

An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.

Chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto prepare leaf-wrapped sushi with the magnolia leaves from their garden.

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 discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative 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.

Features the functionality and aesthetic of elegantly crafted boxes in Kyoto and the process behind their creation.

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

Visit one of Japan's engineering marvels, an auto and train bridge spanning six islands, and meet the dedicated crew working to keep it as good as new for the next 200 years.

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.

"Otome" games, which allow female gamers to experience romance with male characters, are popular in China. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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

Chef Narisawa Yoshihiro expresses the concept of Satoyama wisdom through delectable dishes prepared using the best locally sourced ingredients.

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

The hosts discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative events.

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

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

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.

"Otome" games, which allow female gamers to experience romance with male characters, are popular in China. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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

Chef Narisawa Yoshihiro expresses the concept of Satoyama wisdom through delectable dishes prepared using the best locally sourced ingredients.

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.

The hosts discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative events.

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.

Inoue Hiroko discusses how her NGO has been running exchange programs for young people from Israel, Palestine and Japan for 20 years. She talks about their goals and her hope for peace.

Food waste is a major driver of global warming; one institute warns that greenhouse gas emissions from food waste exceed those of nations like India and Russia; we examine the data behind this issue.

The filmmakers shed light on a Chinese woman living in Japan who holds gatherings for Chinese children with the goal of boosting their confidence in their international background.

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

"Otome" games, which allow female gamers to experience romance with male characters, are popular in China. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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

Chef Narisawa Yoshihiro expresses the concept of Satoyama wisdom through delectable dishes prepared using the best locally sourced ingredients.

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

The hosts explore the appeal and various innovations of mobile and portable designs, from lighting to homes and transport.

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.

Health technology entrepreneur Ajima Masumi discusses developing an app to analyze the condition of children with developmental disorders, focusing on helping them reach their full potential.

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

"Otome" games, which allow female gamers to experience romance with male characters, are popular in China. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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

Inoue Hiroko discusses how her NGO has been running exchange programs for young people from Israel, Palestine and Japan for 20 years. She talks about their goals and her hope for peace.

Food waste is a major driver of global warming; one institute warns that greenhouse gas emissions from food waste exceed those of nations like India and Russia; we examine the data behind this issue.

The filmmakers investigate what kind of artistic statement Utagawa Kuniyoshi tries to make in his series of doodles depicting the kabuki actors of the day.

Discoveries on the health benefits of natto, which contains a high amount of vitamin K2 and can help lower blood sugar levels.

Chef Narisawa Yoshihiro expresses the concept of Satoyama wisdom through delectable dishes prepared using the best locally sourced ingredients.

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

The hosts explore the appeal and various innovations of mobile and portable designs, from lighting to homes and transport.

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.

"Otome" games, which allow female gamers to experience romance with male characters, are popular in China. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a Chinese woman living in Japan who holds gatherings for Chinese children with the goal of boosting their confidence in their international background.

Cyrus Nozomu Sethna speaks with experts about the development of capsule beds and capsule hotels.

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 filmmakers shed light on the life and work of Akamatsu Ryoko, a woman who advocated for the passage of Japan's Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

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

Bulgarian-born Kotooshu was the first European to become an Ozeki. He even beat two powerful Yokozuna to win a tournament in 2008. We dive into his career through archival footage and interviews.

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

Crisscross Japan by rail; enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan.

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

The hosts explore the appeal and various innovations of mobile and portable designs, from lighting to homes and transport.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries. Watch out, too, for the delightful illustrations!

The filmmakers introduce programming principles that can be discovered in many aspects of daily life and experiments that help visualize sequences and predict future outcomes.

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

The 400-year-old Matsue Castle retains its original keep, a national treasure; black and imposing, it stands like a battleship; why did the lord build such an enormous keep on such a small site?

Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

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