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

Experts shed light on massive logistics facilities with robust structures and advanced seismic isolation systems, making them suitable as evacuation sites.

The crew visits Shimane Prefecture to explore red Sekishu roof tiles, which are designed for cold and snowy weather.

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

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

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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

Peter Barakan visits the hometown of John Manjiro, one of the first Japanese people to set foot in the US, to explore its unique culture and natural landscape.

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

Kyle Card arrives at Mount Fuji and begins his hike on the newly designated long trail around the mountain to witness its cinematic beauty.

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.

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

The hosts explore designs and culture fostered by abundant water resources in Shiga Prefecture, home to Lake Biwa.

Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.

People try drawing zebras from memories, but recreating the stripes is more complicated than they think.

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.

Experts shed light on massive logistics facilities with robust structures and advanced seismic isolation systems, making them suitable as evacuation sites.

The crew visits Shimane Prefecture to explore red Sekishu roof tiles, which are designed for cold and snowy weather.

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

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

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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

Peter Barakan visits the hometown of John Manjiro, one of the first Japanese people to set foot in the US, to explore its unique culture and natural landscape.

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.

Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.

People try drawing zebras from memories, but recreating the stripes is more complicated than they think.

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.

Kyle Card arrives at Mount Fuji and begins his hike on the newly designated long trail around the mountain to witness its cinematic beauty.

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.

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

Experts shed light on massive logistics facilities with robust structures and advanced seismic isolation systems, making them suitable as evacuation sites.

The crew visits Shimane Prefecture to explore red Sekishu roof tiles, which are designed for cold and snowy weather.

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

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

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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

Peter Barakan visits the hometown of John Manjiro, one of the first Japanese people to set foot in the US, to explore its unique culture and natural landscape.

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.

Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.

People try drawing zebras from memories, but recreating the stripes is more complicated than they think.

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.

Kyle Card arrives at Mount Fuji and begins his hike on the newly designated long trail around the mountain to witness its cinematic beauty.

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.

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

Experts shed light on massive logistics facilities with robust structures and advanced seismic isolation systems, making them suitable as evacuation sites.

The crew visits Shimane Prefecture to explore red Sekishu roof tiles, which are designed for cold and snowy weather.

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

The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.

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.

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

Enoshima, a popular tourist destination near Tokyo known for marine sports. It's also an island with spiritual depth and mystical natural scenery. Come along on an unforgettable two-hour journey.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

We travel Okayama in spring, visiting unique places like a city famous for horseshoe crabs, an island with a historical stone quarry, and a temple featuring hundreds of woodblock prints.

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.

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

The filmmakers explore Toyama's signature black ramen to learn about its ingredients and taste.

The filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark and the efforts in upholding this craftsmanship.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

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 eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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

Enoshima, a popular tourist destination near Tokyo known for marine sports. It's also an island with spiritual depth and mystical natural scenery. Come along on an unforgettable two-hour journey.

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

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

We travel Okayama in spring, visiting unique places like a city famous for horseshoe crabs, an island with a historical stone quarry, and a temple featuring hundreds of woodblock prints.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

The filmmakers explore Toyama's signature black ramen to learn about its ingredients and taste.

The filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark and the efforts in upholding this craftsmanship.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

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 eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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

Enoshima, a popular tourist destination near Tokyo known for marine sports. It's also an island with spiritual depth and mystical natural scenery. Come along on an unforgettable two-hour journey.

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

We travel Okayama in spring, visiting unique places like a city famous for horseshoe crabs, an island with a historical stone quarry, and a temple featuring hundreds of woodblock prints.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

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

The filmmakers explore Toyama's signature black ramen to learn about its ingredients and taste.

The filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark and the efforts in upholding this craftsmanship.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

A look at the people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of Mottainai.

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.

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.

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

Enoshima, a popular tourist destination near Tokyo known for marine sports. It's also an island with spiritual depth and mystical natural scenery. Come along on an unforgettable two-hour journey.

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

We travel Okayama in spring, visiting unique places like a city famous for horseshoe crabs, an island with a historical stone quarry, and a temple featuring hundreds of woodblock prints.

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.

Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Iwago Mitsuaki records the cute antics of cats he encounters in various picturesque locations across Japan.

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

The filmmakers explore Toyama's signature black ramen to learn about its ingredients and taste.

The filmmakers shed light on the traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark and the efforts in upholding this craftsmanship.

Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.

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.

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

A monk from Myanmar came to Japan to build a temple for the people of his country, and he believes it is his mission to offer them a place of sanctuary and provide them with physical and mental comfort.

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

The crew visits Shimane Prefecture to explore red Sekishu roof tiles, which are designed for cold and snowy weather.

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

The filmmakers explore the Shimanto River, where the locals reveal centuries-old eel-catching techniques despite dealing with powerful currents.

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

The filmmakers visit Higashiyoshino village, located in the central part of Nara Prefecture, to explore koajisai during its blooming season.

Experts shed light on massive logistics facilities with robust structures and advanced seismic isolation systems, making them suitable as evacuation sites.

Peter MacMillan discusses Japan's agricultural history and how it inspired Japanese words and expressions related to ne, which means root.

Amy Ota breaks down how to say one feels sick in certain parts of their body in Japanese.

More and more foreign students come to Japan to become certified auto mechanics and find long-term employment. The filmmakers follow one such student: a young woman from Myanmar who pursues her Japanese dream.

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

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

The filmmakers explore Japan's various types of tsukemono, or pickled vegetables, an essential part of the Japanese diet.

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.

A documentary series highlighting intimate stories from rural Japan, focusing on community efforts to preserve local traditions, the challenges of depopulation, and personal journeys of resilience. Episodes often feature individuals returning to their roots, sustainable living, and, in some cases, efforts to revitalize, such as reopening schools.

Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto take us on a culinary journey through the seasons featuring traditional recipes unique to the mountainous region of Hida Takayama in Gifu Prefecture.