NHK World TV

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

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The filmmakers shed light on the art of clamp-resist dyeing, which results in unique color patterns on fabrics.

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.

A cult escapee, refugee, office worker, and bureaucrat find their lives intertwined in an immigration detention center.

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

There are unsung heroes in Japan; these ordinary individuals work on projects that end up shaping Japan after the country's economic bubble burst in the 1990s; this series brings to life the passion and courage of those who made history happen.

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

The host travels to various cities around the world to explore tourist attractions and monuments and speaks to the local people there.

The filmmakers capture the beauty of the many different faces of Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan southwest of Tokyo, through time-lapse photography.

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

The cyclist visits hot springs in Oita and encounters a wrangler organizing duck races and an artist interacting with locals through her art.

Wakey and his friends introduce FUNclusion Day, an event where people with and without disabilities can enjoy playing and chatting 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 filmmakers explore the growing need for a circular economy through the repair of electronic appliances and the creative upcycling of discarded garments.

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.

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The filmmakers shed light on the art of clamp-resist dyeing, which results in unique color patterns on fabrics.

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.

A cult escapee, refugee, office worker, and bureaucrat find their lives intertwined in an immigration detention center.

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

There are unsung heroes in Japan; these ordinary individuals work on projects that end up shaping Japan after the country's economic bubble burst in the 1990s; this series brings to life the passion and courage of those who made history happen.

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

The cyclist visits hot springs in Oita and encounters a wrangler organizing duck races and an artist interacting with locals through her art.

Wakey and his friends introduce FUNclusion Day, an event where people with and without disabilities can enjoy playing and chatting 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 filmmakers explore the growing need for a circular economy through the repair of electronic appliances and the creative upcycling of discarded garments.

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 host travels to various cities around the world to explore tourist attractions and monuments and speaks to the local people there.

The filmmakers capture the beauty of the many different faces of Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan southwest of Tokyo, through time-lapse photography.

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

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The filmmakers shed light on the art of clamp-resist dyeing, which results in unique color patterns on fabrics.

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.

A cult escapee, refugee, office worker, and bureaucrat find their lives intertwined in an immigration detention center.

Explore Tokyo's oldest izakaya; with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, it has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

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

There are unsung heroes in Japan; these ordinary individuals work on projects that end up shaping Japan after the country's economic bubble burst in the 1990s; this series brings to life the passion and courage of those who made history happen.

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

The cyclist visits hot springs in Oita and encounters a wrangler organizing duck races and an artist interacting with locals through her art.

Wakey and his friends introduce FUNclusion Day, an event where people with and without disabilities can enjoy playing and chatting 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 filmmakers explore the growing need for a circular economy through the repair of electronic appliances and the creative upcycling of discarded garments.

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.

Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.

The filmmakers shed light on the art of clamp-resist dyeing, which results in unique color patterns on fabrics.

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 host travels to various cities around the world to explore tourist attractions and monuments and speaks to the local people there.

The filmmakers capture the beauty of the many different faces of Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan southwest of Tokyo, through time-lapse photography.

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

Foreign residents talk about their experience of living in Japan, including special projects they have launched to support their home communities.

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

In a coastal district, boat builders used their skills to make houses. Ryue Nishizawa explores how architecture is affected by a community's terrain and values.

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

Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.

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

A series of poetic videos capturing the beginning of Autumn by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami.

Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. The filmmakers present safety tips for climbing them and the latest on eruption prediction research.

Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.

The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.

The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.

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

The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.

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

Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

The filmmaker explores the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms at Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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

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

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

Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.

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

Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.

The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.

The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.

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 "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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

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

The host explores Shiiba, a remote Japanese village nestled in high mountains, and experiences its unique culture.

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.

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

Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.

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

Nail artist Kawajiri Mei discusses the inspiration behind her work. She explains how her imagination and unique sense of humor helped her earn widespread recognition.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.

The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.

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

The filmmakers examine how international residents and redevelopment are revitalizing Otsuka, once a busy terminal of Tokyo's historic streetcar network before being overshadowed by its neighbor Ikebukuro.

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

The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.

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

Advanced bedding and other technologies used in treating pressure injuries caused by limited mobility.

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

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

Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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

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

Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.

The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.

The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.

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

Nail artist Kawajiri Mei discusses the inspiration behind her work. She explains how her imagination and unique sense of humor helped her earn widespread recognition.

The host explores the lives of nuns who live at the Otowasan Kannonji Temple and sees how they prepare refreshing treats with winter melon.

The host examines "Yoroi Ferry at Koami-cho," a woodblock print by Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige that features a ferry transporting people across the Nihonbashi River.

Iwata's friend explores why Iwata's grandmother refuses to be in photos, shedding light on the atomic bomb tragedy and advocating kindness and hope.

The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.

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

Advanced bedding and other technologies used in treating pressure injuries caused by limited mobility.

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

Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. The filmmakers present safety tips for climbing them and the latest on eruption prediction research.

To promote awareness of conservation efforts among the threat of climate change more and more, World Heritage Sites are now being utilized as tourist destinations and in educational programs.

The filmmakers explore Wakayama Prefecture, a big producer of Japanese citrus said to have its origins in a legendary fruit.

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

Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.

The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.

The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.

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

The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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

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

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

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

Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.

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

The filmmakers interview passengers riding Kochi City's streetcars about their destinations and reasons for choosing to use the streetcars.

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

Advanced bedding and other technologies used in treating pressure injuries caused by limited mobility.

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

The host teaches how to navigate social situations in which everyone has a different opinion.

The filmmakers spotlight various aspects of Japan through its landscapes, wildlife, art, culture, governance and lifestyle.

Chef Saito and Chef Rika prepare two Japanese-style stir-fry menus, including crispy pork with myoga and stir-fried eggplants.