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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?

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

The host examines "The Garden of the Shika Chaya," a woodblock print by Japanese artist Utagawa Toyokuni that features townspeople in an open-air teahouse.

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

The hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Shibata Fumie learns how "kaiki," a thin silk fabric, can produce a layered final product that looks like a digital image.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains the origins and meanings of kabuki's unique makeup, its onnagata techniques and stage machinery.

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.

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Izumo, known as the home of the gods, fascinated Lafcadio Hearn, a writer from Ireland; with beautiful time-lapse footage, we introduce his life in Japan and the region that captured his heart.

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

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.

Fuku-chan is popular with tourists visiting Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure. Elsewhere, five cats live in a restaurant offering green soba noodles. Mya-chan lives at an inn in a hot spring area.

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

Zac Reynolds visits an apple farm run by friendly locals, tries miso soup with shijimi clams, learns about a fishing village and explores the scenic Hotokegaura coast in Aomori Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore the world of somen noodles by learning the traditional techniques for making them and trying various somen dishes.

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.

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

The host showcases the beauty of Oze National Park, where time-lapse photography brings the flowers and morning dew to life.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

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

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Izumo, known as the home of the gods, fascinated Lafcadio Hearn, a writer from Ireland; with beautiful time-lapse footage, we introduce his life in Japan and the region that captured his heart.

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 host showcases the beauty of Oze National Park, where time-lapse photography brings the flowers and morning dew to life.

The filmmakers visit Akan-Mashu National Park, home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

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

Zac Reynolds visits an apple farm run by friendly locals, tries miso soup with shijimi clams, learns about a fishing village and explores the scenic Hotokegaura coast in Aomori Prefecture.

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.

MADKID, a male dance-and-vocal group famous in the anime song scene, and Yuika, a singer-songwriter with a growing international fanbase, perform their top tracks and discuss their music.

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 present a variety of stories on Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.

Fuku-chan is popular with tourists visiting Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure. Elsewhere, five cats live in a restaurant offering green soba noodles. Mya-chan lives at an inn in a hot spring area.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kyotoites hold various rites to expel calamity and pray for a peaceful life on Lunar New Year's Eve.

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

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Izumo, known as the home of the gods, fascinated Lafcadio Hearn, a writer from Ireland; with beautiful time-lapse footage, we introduce his life in Japan and the region that captured his heart.

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

Zac Reynolds visits an apple farm run by friendly locals, tries miso soup with shijimi clams, learns about a fishing village and explores the scenic Hotokegaura coast in Aomori Prefecture.

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.

MADKID, a male dance-and-vocal group famous in the anime song scene, and Yuika, a singer-songwriter with a growing international fanbase, perform their top tracks and discuss their music.

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 present a variety of stories on Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.

Fuku-chan is popular with tourists visiting Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure. Elsewhere, five cats live in a restaurant offering green soba noodles. Mya-chan lives at an inn in a hot spring area.

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 host showcases the beauty of Oze National Park, where time-lapse photography brings the flowers and morning dew to life.

The filmmakers visit Akan-Mashu National Park, home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kyotoites hold various rites to expel calamity and pray for a peaceful life on Lunar New Year's Eve.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Izumo, known as the home of the gods, fascinated Lafcadio Hearn, a writer from Ireland; with beautiful time-lapse footage, we introduce his life in Japan and the region that captured his heart.

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

Zac Reynolds visits an apple farm run by friendly locals, tries miso soup with shijimi clams, learns about a fishing village and explores the scenic Hotokegaura coast in Aomori Prefecture.

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.

MADKID, a male dance-and-vocal group famous in the anime song scene, and Yuika, a singer-songwriter with a growing international fanbase, perform their top tracks and discuss their music.

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 present a variety of stories on Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.

Fuku-chan is popular with tourists visiting Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure. Elsewhere, five cats live in a restaurant offering green soba noodles. Mya-chan lives at an inn in a hot spring area.

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

The host explores the variety and charm of boxed meals that are sold at train stations in Japan, prepared primarily for consumption during train journeys.

The filmmakers shed light on how Kyotoites hold various rites to expel calamity and pray for a peaceful life on Lunar New Year's Eve.

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 host showcases the beauty of Oze National Park, where time-lapse photography brings the flowers and morning dew to life.

The filmmakers visit Akan-Mashu National Park, home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

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

Maminata Ouandaogo's passion for African hairstyles has helped hundreds in Japan with their natural hair, but outside her salon, she says social pressure keeps some people from embracing it.

Craig Hilton-Taylor, head of the IUCN Red List, explains how climate change accelerates the extinction of various species; Professor Yamano Hiroya of Tokyo University discusses the coral crisis.

Shibata Fumie learns how "kaiki," a thin silk fabric, can produce a layered final product that looks like a digital image.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmaker explores Yonezawa's safflowers and their deep red color resembling the sun used for dyeing fabric.

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 hosts explore technologies and systems that help detect and reduce the impact of natural disasters.

Peter MacMillan examines the word kuruma, which means wheel and wheeled vehicle, and how the word rolls its way into many Japanese expressions.

The hosts explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

The filmmakers take a look at a small bookshop in Tokyo that specializes in Vietnamese books and explore how books in their native language serve as spiritual nourishment for the Vietnamese in Japan.

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 explore the hills in the town of Genoa, Italy.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

10 Stories with Cherry Blossoms. These stories highlight Japan's love of Cherry Blossoms.

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

The filmmakers explore Inami Shishimai, a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.

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.

The filmmakers explore the hills in the town of Genoa, Italy.

The filmmakers showcase the bird's-eye view above Shiretoko Peninsula, the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, and shed light on an underwater photographer who dives among the ice floes of Shiretoko.

The filmmakers follow a team of young novices learning on the job to care for a hot spring as the former caretaker is retiring.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano's stunning landscapes in springtime during a cinematic journey.

Experts talk about the history and diversity of ramen made in the Niigata Prefecture, one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmaker explores Yonezawa's safflowers and their deep red color resembling the sun used for dyeing fabric.

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.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

Peter MacMillan examines the word kuruma, which means wheel and wheeled vehicle, and how the word rolls its way into many Japanese expressions.

The hosts explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

The filmmakers take a look at a small bookshop in Tokyo that specializes in Vietnamese books and explore how books in their native language serve as spiritual nourishment for the Vietnamese in Japan.

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.

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.

The nuns introduce the Chrysanthemum Festival and prepare special sushi, salads and dumplings for the moon viewing on the autumnal equinox.

10 Stories with Cherry Blossoms. These stories highlight Japan's love of Cherry Blossoms.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

The filmmakers follow a team of young novices learning on the job to care for a hot spring as the former caretaker is retiring.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

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

The filmmakers explore Inami Shishimai, a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.

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.

Daniel Moore explores Nagano's stunning landscapes in springtime during a cinematic journey.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmaker explores Yonezawa's safflowers and their deep red color resembling the sun used for dyeing fabric.

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.

Atsuko Okatsuka, a US-based stand-up comedian, discusses her motivation for pursuing comedy and finding humor in the hardships of being a minority.

The filmmakers take a look at a small bookshop in Tokyo that specializes in Vietnamese books and explore how books in their native language serve as spiritual nourishment for the Vietnamese in Japan.

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 explore Shirakami-Sanchi, or the Shirakami Mountain Range, home to one of the world's largest beech forests and a variety of wildlife.

The 8-km-long Meguro River has long supported the lives of people in the southwest of central Tokyo; we discover how its history mirrors the evolution of the city itself.

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

The filmmakers explore Inami Shishimai, a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.

10 Stories with Cherry Blossoms. These stories highlight Japan's love of Cherry Blossoms.

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

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.

The nuns introduce the Chrysanthemum Festival and prepare special sushi, salads and dumplings for the moon viewing on the autumnal equinox.

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

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano's stunning landscapes in springtime during a cinematic journey.

Experts talk about the history and diversity of ramen made in the Niigata Prefecture, one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots.

The trio explores a heat-resistant glass factory in Koga, Japan, and learns the techniques for making glass from experts.

The filmmaker explores Yonezawa's safflowers and their deep red color resembling the sun used for dyeing fabric.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

The filmmakers follow a team of young novices learning on the job to care for a hot spring as the former caretaker is retiring.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

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

The filmmakers explore Inami Shishimai, a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.

Peter MacMillan examines the word kuruma, which means wheel and wheeled vehicle, and how the word rolls its way into many Japanese expressions.

The hosts explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

The filmmakers take a look at a small bookshop in Tokyo that specializes in Vietnamese books and explore how books in their native language serve as spiritual nourishment for the Vietnamese in Japan.

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

The filmmakers showcase the bird's-eye view above Shiretoko Peninsula, the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, and shed light on an underwater photographer who dives among the ice floes of Shiretoko.

Atsuko Okatsuka, a US-based stand-up comedian, discusses her motivation for pursuing comedy and finding humor in the hardships of being a minority.

The filmmakers shed light on a woman in Hiroshima Prefecture who preserves the memories of atomic bomb survivors in her hometown.

A web designer discusses why he started wearing makeup and how it led to deeper personal changes.

A print warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once, Shinobazu Pond and the Sumida River.

The host explores how Japanese traditional crafts are ethically created and how broken pieces of Bizen ware are reused.

10 Stories with Cherry Blossoms. These stories highlight Japan's love of Cherry Blossoms.

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

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.

The nuns introduce the Chrysanthemum Festival and prepare special sushi, salads and dumplings for the moon viewing on the autumnal equinox.

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

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.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

After an earthquake strikes, there's a high risk of fire spreading; looking at the latest research on how to escape from these fires, and what people can do to stay safe.

Craig Hilton-Taylor, head of the IUCN Red List, explains how climate change accelerates the extinction of various species; Professor Yamano Hiroya of Tokyo University discusses the coral crisis.

The filmmakers shed light on a 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen, which is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-meter mountain.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Peter MacMillan examines the word kuruma, which means wheel and wheeled vehicle, and how the word rolls its way into many Japanese expressions.

The hosts explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

The filmmakers take a look at a small bookshop in Tokyo that specializes in Vietnamese books and explore how books in their native language serve as spiritual nourishment for the Vietnamese in Japan.

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.

Daniel Moore explores Nagano's stunning landscapes in springtime during a cinematic journey.

Experts talk about the history and diversity of ramen made in the Niigata Prefecture, one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots.

The filmmakers follow a team of young novices learning on the job to care for a hot spring as the former caretaker is retiring.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

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.

The filmmakers showcase the bird's-eye view above Shiretoko Peninsula, the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, and shed light on an underwater photographer who dives among the ice floes of Shiretoko.

Masters of horseback archery and swordsmanship keep the samurai spirit alive in Kyushu.

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

In Shibuya, one of Tokyo's largest districts, a piano near a station ticket gate draws passersby to stop and play, filling the air with heartfelt melodies.

Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi introduce a simplified version of kimizushi featuring yam and eggs instead of rice.

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.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

Mizoca, a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys.

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

Performers dress as monsters called namahage on New Year's Eve as part of a good-natured tradition that strengthens family and community bonds.

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

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

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.

An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

The host teaches what one can say in Japanese when it is time to change the subject in a social environment.

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

Chef Rika presents an easy-to-follow recipe for ginger chicken wings for two servings.

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano, a mountainous region with a rich cultural heritage; he's captivated by the winter landscape of its northern area.

Part 2/2. A look at Niigata's Sanjo City which is considered by many to be the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces a vast array of different ramen utensils.

Masters of horseback archery and swordsmanship keep the samurai spirit alive in Kyushu.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi introduce a simplified version of kimizushi featuring yam and eggs instead of rice.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

The nuns pick up chestnuts and cook gammodoki on the day of kanro. They then prepare mochi rice with homemade miso.

Mizoca, a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

The host teaches what one can say in Japanese when it is time to change the subject in a social environment.

After an earthquake strikes, there's a high risk of fire spreading; looking at the latest research on how to escape from these fires, and what people can do to stay safe.

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

Performers dress as monsters called namahage on New Year's Eve as part of a good-natured tradition that strengthens family and community bonds.

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

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

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano, a mountainous region with a rich cultural heritage; he's captivated by the winter landscape of its northern area.

Featuring companies using creative ways to get fine art by undiscovered artists into people's homes and public spaces.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

Ishigaki Yo introduces a gaming device designed to improve children's vision, sharing his philosophy on creating products that benefit society.

Peter MacMillan examines the word kuruma, which means wheel and wheeled vehicle, and how the word rolls its way into many Japanese expressions.

The hosts explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

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

The filmmakers explore Shirakawa-go, one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes.

Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi introduce a simplified version of kimizushi featuring yam and eggs instead of rice.

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

Performers dress as monsters called namahage on New Year's Eve as part of a good-natured tradition that strengthens family and community bonds.

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

Mizoca, a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

The nuns pick up chestnuts and cook gammodoki on the day of kanro. They then prepare mochi rice with homemade miso.

The host explores a test of equipment designed to automate the mapping of marine plastics; the reporter speaks with an expert about using robots, AI and VR to investigate how humans learn to think.

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano, a mountainous region with a rich cultural heritage; he's captivated by the winter landscape of its northern area.

Part 2/2. A look at Niigata's Sanjo City which is considered by many to be the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces a vast array of different ramen utensils.

Masters of horseback archery and swordsmanship keep the samurai spirit alive in Kyushu.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

The host teaches what one can say in Japanese when it is time to change the subject in a social environment.

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

Chef Rika presents an easy-to-follow recipe for ginger chicken wings for two servings.

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

Performers dress as monsters called namahage on New Year's Eve as part of a good-natured tradition that strengthens family and community bonds.

The filmmakers explore Nara's herb scene by visiting Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in summer, where the herbs are in full bloom.

Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi introduce a simplified version of kimizushi featuring yam and eggs instead of rice.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Ishigaki Yo introduces a gaming device designed to improve children's vision, sharing his philosophy on creating products that benefit society.

The narrator sheds light on the renowned hot springs of Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture on the east coast of Kyushu island.

The filmmakers explore how delayed sleep-wake phase disorder affects young people and how to regain a healthy sleep and lifestyle.

Japan is a seismically active land, the Edo period is no exception; in the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, a guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.

The filmmakers follow the life and the rehabilitation of a Japanese woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her mental illness.

Mizoca, a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys.

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

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

The nuns pick up chestnuts and cook gammodoki on the day of kanro. They then prepare mochi rice with homemade miso.

The host explores a test of equipment designed to automate the mapping of marine plastics; the reporter speaks with an expert about using robots, AI and VR to investigate how humans learn to think.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

Masters of horseback archery and swordsmanship keep the samurai spirit alive in Kyushu.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi introduce a simplified version of kimizushi featuring yam and eggs instead of rice.

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

Daniel Moore explores Nagano, a mountainous region with a rich cultural heritage; he's captivated by the winter landscape of its northern area.

Part 2/2. A look at Niigata's Sanjo City which is considered by many to be the birthplace of curry ramen. A metalworking city, it also produces a vast array of different ramen utensils.

The host teaches what one can say in Japanese when it is time to change the subject in a social environment.

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

Chef Rika presents an easy-to-follow recipe for ginger chicken wings for two servings.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

The filmmakers explore Ryogoku, the home of sumo, and learn how the sport took root after a devastating fire in the 17th century.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a shopping arcade in Kumamoto, where people stop to play from their hearts.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter; this time its concentrated laundry detergent.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.

The filmmakers shed light on the work of Dr Oshiro Kazue, a mountain medic who promotes awareness of alpine safety and spends her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of Mount Fuji.

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

The filmmakers showcase the traditional Japanese night of the oni, Oniyo, where people are cleansed of troubles.

Explores Nara's herb scene in autumn, the harvest season, through a visit to Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden.

The host explores a test of equipment designed to automate the mapping of marine plastics; the reporter speaks with an expert about using robots, AI and VR to investigate how humans learn to think.

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

The host explores various products that were developed in response to Japan's intense summer heat, including a specially designed super-cooling refrigerator and heat-resistant strawberries.

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.

During WWII, countless psychiatric patients in Japan starved to death. Tracing the footsteps of her beloved cousin, a writer sheds light on the hidden wartime struggles behind the hospital walls.

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

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

The filmmakers explore two differing local takes on ramen, the food that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction.

The filmmakers explore Ryogoku, the home of sumo, and learn how the sport took root after a devastating fire in the 17th century.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter; this time its concentrated laundry detergent.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

The nuns introduce two early winter dates, ritto and shosetsu and prepare seasonal pickles and dumplings.

The filmmakers shed light on the work of Dr Oshiro Kazue, a mountain medic who promotes awareness of alpine safety and spends her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of Mount Fuji.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and share footage of passersby playing music.

During WWII, countless psychiatric patients in Japan starved to death. Tracing the footsteps of her beloved cousin, a writer sheds light on the hidden wartime struggles behind the hospital walls.

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

The filmmakers showcase the traditional Japanese night of the oni, Oniyo, where people are cleansed of troubles.

Explores Nara's herb scene in autumn, the harvest season, through a visit to Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden.

The host explores a test of equipment designed to automate the mapping of marine plastics; the reporter speaks with an expert about using robots, AI and VR to investigate how humans learn to think.

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

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

After an earthquake strikes, there's a high risk of fire spreading; looking at the latest research on how to escape from these fires, and what people can do to stay safe.

Craig Hilton-Taylor, head of the IUCN Red List, explains how climate change accelerates the extinction of various species; Professor Yamano Hiroya of Tokyo University discusses the coral crisis.

The filmmakers shed light on a 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen, which is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-meter mountain.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

Designer Ito Satomi, known for creating attire for many top-tier Japanese and international figure skaters, shares the passion and inspiration behind her craft.

The filmmakers shed light on a woman in Hiroshima Prefecture who preserves the memories of atomic bomb survivors in her hometown.

A web designer discusses why he started wearing makeup and how it led to deeper personal changes.

Japan is a seismically active land, the Edo period is no exception; in the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, a guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.

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

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with tall peaks. Its extraordinary, intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter; this time its concentrated laundry detergent.

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

The filmmakers showcase the traditional Japanese night of the oni, Oniyo, where people are cleansed of troubles.

Explores Nara's herb scene in autumn, the harvest season, through a visit to Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden.

The filmmakers shed light on the work of Dr Oshiro Kazue, a mountain medic who promotes awareness of alpine safety and spends her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of Mount Fuji.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

The nuns introduce two early winter dates, ritto and shosetsu and prepare seasonal pickles and dumplings.

Japan's bell peppers are small and green with a distinct bitterness that adds a beloved accent to many dishes. We explore the appeal of this healthy vegetable, from farm to table.

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

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

The filmmakers explore two differing local takes on ramen, the food that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction.

The filmmakers explore Ryogoku, the home of sumo, and learn how the sport took root after a devastating fire in the 17th century.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and share footage of passersby playing music.

During WWII, countless psychiatric patients in Japan starved to death. Tracing the footsteps of her beloved cousin, a writer sheds light on the hidden wartime struggles behind the hospital walls.

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

The filmmakers showcase the traditional Japanese night of the oni, Oniyo, where people are cleansed of troubles.

Explores Nara's herb scene in autumn, the harvest season, through a visit to Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter; this time its concentrated laundry detergent.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

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.

Designer Ito Satomi, known for creating attire for many top-tier Japanese and international figure skaters, shares the passion and inspiration behind her craft.

This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

The filmmakers follow a woman who works as a graphic designer in Tokyo and runs a breakfast café in Yamanashi.

The filmmakers examine a print of a mother comforting her son after having a bad dream, showing how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.

Featuring companies using creative ways to get fine art by undiscovered artists into people's homes and public spaces.

The filmmakers shed light on the work of Dr Oshiro Kazue, a mountain medic who promotes awareness of alpine safety and spends her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of Mount Fuji.

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

The filmmakers take a look at nori tsukudani, a beloved rice topping in Japan that is uniquely made with local seaweed harvested from Tokyo Bay.

The nuns introduce two early winter dates, ritto and shosetsu and prepare seasonal pickles and dumplings.

Japan's bell peppers are small and green with a distinct bitterness that adds a beloved accent to many dishes. We explore the appeal of this healthy vegetable, from farm to table.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.

The filmmakers explore Ryogoku, the home of sumo, and learn how the sport took root after a devastating fire in the 17th century.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and share footage of passersby playing music.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter; this time its concentrated laundry detergent.

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

Actor Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail. He traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

The filmmakers explore two differing local takes on ramen, the food that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction.

During WWII, countless psychiatric patients in Japan starved to death. Tracing the footsteps of her beloved cousin, a writer sheds light on the hidden wartime struggles behind the hospital walls.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

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.

Yuen Leung and Michael explore how izakaya serves as a sanctuary for socializing and enjoying food and drinks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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

The filmmakers place a piano inside a station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and share footage of passersby playing music.

The filmmakers shed light on how the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and nurturing new talents.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

The filmmakers interview drinkers and non-drinkers in Japan, including a couple who went sober and opened a no-alcohol bar.

Peter Barakan meets Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, to learn more about his unique farming methods in Okayama.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

In winter, a group of people from Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda hike up the mountains of Yoshino for kudzu.

Japan's bell peppers are small and green with a distinct bitterness that adds a beloved accent to many dishes. We explore the appeal of this healthy vegetable, from farm to table.

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

The hosts explore remotely operated vehicles featuring unique designs that are built to inspect difficult-to-access spaces.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

The filmmakers explore Tokyo Metro's specialized training, precision tools and maintenance to ensure safety and comfort.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

The filmmaker journeys to Chiba, which is 25 miles east of the center of Tokyo, to check out the local ramen varieties.

Yuen Leung and Michael explore how izakaya serves as a sanctuary for socializing and enjoying food and drinks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

The filmmakers interview drinkers and non-drinkers in Japan, including a couple who went sober and opened a no-alcohol bar.

The filmmakers shed light on how the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and nurturing new talents.

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

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. As an increasing number of women are pursuing the craft, they create popular new designs.

The nuns prepare yuzu pepper and yuzu miso on the day of Taisetsu and use pumpkin to make soup, noodles and flan on the day of Toji.

Peter Barakan meets Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, to learn more about his unique farming methods in Okayama.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore Tokyo Metro's specialized training, precision tools and maintenance to ensure safety and comfort.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

In winter, a group of people from Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda hike up the mountains of Yoshino for kudzu.

Japan's bell peppers are small and green with a distinct bitterness that adds a beloved accent to many dishes. We explore the appeal of this healthy vegetable, from farm to table.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

Yuen Leung and Michael explore how izakaya serves as a sanctuary for socializing and enjoying food and drinks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

In the choir division of a major gospel event, held in New York in May 2025, Tia leads a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory; she tells about the significance of gospel music.

The narrator sheds light on the renowned hot springs of Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture on the east coast of Kyushu island.

The filmmakers explore how delayed sleep-wake phase disorder affects young people and how to regain a healthy sleep and lifestyle.

The filmmakers examine a print of a mother comforting her son after having a bad dream, showing how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.

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

Explores the Kii Mountain Range, the home to three deeply important spiritual locations: Kumano, Yoshino and Omine, and Mount Koya.

The filmmakers shed light on how the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and nurturing new talents.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

In winter, a group of people from Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda hike up the mountains of Yoshino for kudzu.

Peter Barakan meets Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, to learn more about his unique farming methods in Okayama.

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

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. As an increasing number of women are pursuing the craft, they create popular new designs.

The nuns prepare yuzu pepper and yuzu miso on the day of Taisetsu and use pumpkin to make soup, noodles and flan on the day of Toji.

The host reveals the redevelopment of the Joban Line, which was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

The filmmaker journeys to Chiba, which is 25 miles east of the center of Tokyo, to check out the local ramen varieties.

Yuen Leung and Michael explore how izakaya serves as a sanctuary for socializing and enjoying food and drinks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

The filmmakers explore Tokyo Metro's specialized training, precision tools and maintenance to ensure safety and comfort.

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

Onomichi Betcha, a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture, features masked figures who torment spectators with sticks.

In winter, a group of people from Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda hike up the mountains of Yoshino for kudzu.

The filmmakers shed light on how the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and nurturing new talents.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

In the choir division of a major gospel event, held in New York in May 2025, Tia leads a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory; she tells about the significance of gospel music.

The filmmakers explore the unique charms of Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo and the generational wisdom in providing high-quality seafood.

The filmmakers shed light on the shortage of certified sign language interpreters in Japan due to hard exams and low pay.

The filmmakers shed light on pilgrims purifying themselves in a waterfall before continuing their journey to a sacred mountain.

The filmmakers follow a team of young novices learning on the job to care for a hot spring as the former caretaker is retiring.

Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko prepare easy-to-make, refreshing vegetable dishes to stay cool in the summer heat.

Peter Barakan meets Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, to learn more about his unique farming methods in Okayama.

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

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. As an increasing number of women are pursuing the craft, they create popular new designs.

The nuns prepare yuzu pepper and yuzu miso on the day of Taisetsu and use pumpkin to make soup, noodles and flan on the day of Toji.

The host reveals the redevelopment of the Joban Line, which was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

The filmmakers interview drinkers and non-drinkers in Japan, including a couple who went sober and opened a no-alcohol bar.

Yuen Leung and Michael explore how izakaya serves as a sanctuary for socializing and enjoying food and drinks.

The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

The filmmakers shed light on how the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and nurturing new talents.

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

Kyle Card explores Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces, heritage Tajima beef and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

The filmmaker journeys to Chiba, which is 25 miles east of the center of Tokyo, to check out the local ramen varieties.

The filmmakers explore Tokyo Metro's specialized training, precision tools and maintenance to ensure safety and comfort.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

The filmmakers present a bird's-eye view of the Hii River in Shimane Prefecture and shed light on a Kagura expert in Yunotsu who dances and makes Kagura masks.

Michael gets on a boat with fishermen in Hokkaido and explores various Japanese and fusion dishes made with spear squid.

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

The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.

The filmmakers shed light on private companies and young innovators contributing to the development of China's space technology.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

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

Moriyama Naotaro, a Japanese folk singer-songwriter, and session musicians perform his top tracks ranging from upbeat to ballad.

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

Performers pull carts with creative designs made by local students in Higashinada Ward, Kobe, to pray for good health.

Japan's oldest private herb garden in Uda, Nara Prefecture has a 300-year history. To pass this legacy into the future, knowledge of medicinal herbs is shared with younger generations.

The host reveals the redevelopment of the Joban Line, which was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.

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

Experts reveal the cutting-edge technology and techniques Japanese textile makers use to expand their business to new fields, from construction to healthcare.

The filmmakers explore Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea, and talk to a tea grower in Ueshino.

10 Stories with Cherry Blossoms. These stories highlight Japan's love of Cherry Blossoms.