NHK World TV

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

A grand shrine built about a century ago to honor Emperor Meiji, Meiji Jingu is surrounded by a vast forest in the heart of Tokyo; follow the two-hour route to discover the charms of Meiji Jingu.

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

Pianos are placed in airports, stations and on street corners around the world for anyone to play; we unravel the life stories of performers through the eyes of fixed cameras.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

The hosts explore diverse designs across Japan and learn about the designers' values and stories behind their creations.

I repeatedly ask U for a turn to ride the swing. He gets angry and yells at her after she ignores his words.

The filmmakers explore what interesting stuff people find while sorting various fruits and vegetables into groups.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

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

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

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko heads to Amami Oshima, Kagoshima, to check out the patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs that priestesses wore to protect themselves against unseen spirits.

The hosts explore various styles of kabuki dances for male characters.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

A grand shrine built about a century ago to honor Emperor Meiji, Meiji Jingu is surrounded by a vast forest in the heart of Tokyo; follow the two-hour route to discover the charms of Meiji Jingu.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful and eclectic scenery of Kyoto which was once called the old capital of Japan.

I repeatedly ask U for a turn to ride the swing. He gets angry and yells at her after she ignores his words.

The filmmakers explore what interesting stuff people find while sorting various fruits and vegetables into groups.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

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

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Pianos are placed in airports, stations and on street corners around the world for anyone to play; we unravel the life stories of performers through the eyes of fixed cameras.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko heads to Amami Oshima, Kagoshima, to check out the patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs that priestesses wore to protect themselves against unseen spirits.

The hosts explore various styles of kabuki dances for male characters.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

A grand shrine built about a century ago to honor Emperor Meiji, Meiji Jingu is surrounded by a vast forest in the heart of Tokyo; follow the two-hour route to discover the charms of Meiji Jingu.

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.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful and eclectic scenery of Kyoto which was once called the old capital of Japan.

I repeatedly ask U for a turn to ride the swing. He gets angry and yells at her after she ignores his words.

The filmmakers explore what interesting stuff people find while sorting various fruits and vegetables into groups.

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

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

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

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

Pianos are placed in airports, stations and on street corners around the world for anyone to play; we unravel the life stories of performers through the eyes of fixed cameras.

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

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko heads to Amami Oshima, Kagoshima, to check out the patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs that priestesses wore to protect themselves against unseen spirits.

The hosts explore various styles of kabuki dances for male characters.

Yuji, a pioneering pasture-based dairy farmer, spends his life answering whether humans and nature can coexist, stewarding vast grasslands; as he battles cancer, he passes the baton to his son.

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

No one can escape gravity. But some try. Japanese climber Kadota Gihado relies only on the ice axe to hold on to the rock. He takes on one of the world's most difficult climbs, Saphira, in Colorado.

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

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.

Janni Olsson, a Swedish model and reporter, hops on her bicycle to explore Niigata. She visits a white radish farm, goes gill fishing and meets a manju maker.

Five-year-old Mee learns more about Mee's self and the world around Mee through everyday questions and thought experiments.

The children debate on different designs and logistics of sandwiches.

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.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

Children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.

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

Tanaka Ryosuke and Miyachi Yo build furniture from offcut lumber, using indigo dye to unify the uneven tones of the different boards.

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

Yuji, a pioneering pasture-based dairy farmer, spends his life answering whether humans and nature can coexist, stewarding vast grasslands; as he battles cancer, he passes the baton to his son.

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

No one can escape gravity. But some try. Japanese climber Kadota Gihado relies only on the ice axe to hold on to the rock. He takes on one of the world's most difficult climbs, Saphira, in Colorado.

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.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Janni Olsson, a Swedish model and reporter, hops on her bicycle to explore Niigata. She visits a white radish farm, goes gill fishing and meets a manju maker.

Five-year-old Mee learns more about Mee's self and the world around Mee through everyday questions and thought experiments.

The children debate on different designs and logistics of sandwiches.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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

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.

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

Children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.

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

Tanaka Ryosuke and Miyachi Yo build furniture from offcut lumber, using indigo dye to unify the uneven tones of the different boards.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Yuji, a pioneering pasture-based dairy farmer, spends his life answering whether humans and nature can coexist, stewarding vast grasslands; as he battles cancer, he passes the baton to his son.

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

No one can escape gravity. But some try. Japanese climber Kadota Gihado relies only on the ice axe to hold on to the rock. He takes on one of the world's most difficult climbs, Saphira, in Colorado.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Janni Olsson, a Swedish model and reporter, hops on her bicycle to explore Niigata. She visits a white radish farm, goes gill fishing and meets a manju maker.

Five-year-old Mee learns more about Mee's self and the world around Mee through everyday questions and thought experiments.

The children debate on different designs and logistics of sandwiches.

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

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.

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

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

Children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.

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

Tanaka Ryosuke and Miyachi Yo build furniture from offcut lumber, using indigo dye to unify the uneven tones of the different boards.

Yuji, a pioneering pasture-based dairy farmer, spends his life answering whether humans and nature can coexist, stewarding vast grasslands; as he battles cancer, he passes the baton to his son.

The filmmakers explore the techniques hidden in a centuries-old fusuma painting in Japan, which is part of the same series as panels at the British Museum.

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

No one can escape gravity. But some try. Japanese climber Kadota Gihado relies only on the ice axe to hold on to the rock. He takes on one of the world's most difficult climbs, Saphira, in Colorado.

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

Janni Olsson, a Swedish model and reporter, hops on her bicycle to explore Niigata. She visits a white radish farm, goes gill fishing and meets a manju maker.

Five-year-old Mee learns more about Mee's self and the world around Mee through everyday questions and thought experiments.

The children debate on different designs and logistics of sandwiches.

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

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.

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

Children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.

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

Tanaka Ryosuke and Miyachi Yo build furniture from offcut lumber, using indigo dye to unify the uneven tones of the different boards.

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.

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

The filmmaker examines how an organic farmer who moved from France to Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, is trying to change the town's image after the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Why did extreme heatwaves hit Europe this summer? We look at the mechanism of the likely culprits, the huge cages of trapped heat called heat domes related to the meandering westerlies.

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko heads to Amami Oshima, Kagoshima, to check out the patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs that priestesses wore to protect themselves against unseen spirits.

The hosts visit an eyeglass factory in Sabae, Japan's glasses-making capital, to learn about their state-of-the-art skills, technologies and pioneering achievements.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants; their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease; watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

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

The filmmakers portray the beauty of nature, architecture and stone Buddha statues at the Gangoji Temple in Nara City during the rain.

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Fun and easy Japanese; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji; give it a try!

The host gets on an earthquake simulator and learns correct protocols in different earthquake situations.

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 the city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture, one of Japan's leading tourist destinations with many popular sites. The filmmakers visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its remarkable sculptures.

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.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful and eclectic scenery of Kyoto which was once called the old capital of Japan.

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

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

The host introduces a Japanese expression that can be used to explain something that has been done without intention.

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

The hosts visit an eyeglass factory in Sabae, Japan's glasses-making capital, to learn about their state-of-the-art skills, technologies and pioneering achievements.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants; their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease; watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Fun and easy Japanese; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji; give it a try!

The host gets on an earthquake simulator and learns correct protocols in different earthquake situations.

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

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

The filmmakers explore the city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture, one of Japan's leading tourist destinations with many popular sites. The filmmakers visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its remarkable sculptures.

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

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

The host introduces a Japanese expression that can be used to explain something that has been done without intention.

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.

NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio; it's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.

The hosts visit an eyeglass factory in Sabae, Japan's glasses-making capital, to learn about their state-of-the-art skills, technologies and pioneering achievements.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants; their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease; watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

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

Magician Ibuki discusses his rise to success as the first Japanese winner of a prestigious magic competition and his method for creating original tricks.

The host gets on an earthquake simulator and learns correct protocols in different earthquake situations.

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

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

The host explores how the topography of Shibuya allows the city to house a multi-level transportation hub and cultivate ever-evolving arts and culture.

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

The filmmakers explore the city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture, one of Japan's leading tourist destinations with many popular sites. The filmmakers visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its remarkable sculptures.

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

The host explores how genetic testing can help predict the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with uterine cancer.

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

The hosts visit an eyeglass factory in Sabae, Japan's glasses-making capital, to learn about their state-of-the-art skills, technologies and pioneering achievements.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants; their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease; watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

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

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

The host introduces a Japanese expression that can be used to explain something that has been done without intention.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Fun and easy Japanese; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji; give it a try!

The host gets on an earthquake simulator and learns correct protocols in different earthquake situations.

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

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

Magician Ibuki discusses his rise to success as the first Japanese winner of a prestigious magic competition and his method for creating original tricks.

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

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

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

The filmmakers explore the city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture, one of Japan's leading tourist destinations with many popular sites. The filmmakers visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its remarkable sculptures.

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

The host explores how genetic testing can help predict the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with uterine cancer.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

Why did extreme heatwaves hit Europe this summer? We look at the mechanism of the likely culprits, the huge cages of trapped heat called heat domes related to the meandering westerlies.

With their warm light and bright, colorful designs, Aizu's hand-painted candles are flowers that never fade, bringing comfort through long winters; experience the glow in time-lapse.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Fun and easy Japanese; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji; give it a try!

The host gets on an earthquake simulator and learns correct protocols in different earthquake situations.

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.

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

The host introduces a Japanese expression that can be used to explain something that has been done without intention.

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

Enku is a monk believed to have sculpted 120,000 smiling statues of deities and Buddhas in the Gifu Prefecture, which endure to this day. Jonathan Senior learns about Enku and the legacy he left behind as he explores places associated with the monk.

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. The series features a wide variety of Japanese dishes that can be prepared at home, from beef bowl with poached egg and rice to tofu hamburger steaks made with low-fat ground chicken. Other dishes include Japanese-st

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

The filmmakers explore why customers visit a large thrift store near Tokyo, which offers a variety of second-hand goods.

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

The host explores how genetic testing can help predict the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with uterine cancer.

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

The karaoke contest MC is unable to host the summer festival. He provides instructions over the phone for Sasaki to take over, but Sasaki struggles to understand the process.

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

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for omu-rice that can be made in five minutes.

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

Enku is a monk believed to have sculpted 120,000 smiling statues of deities and Buddhas in the Gifu Prefecture, which endure to this day. Jonathan Senior learns about Enku and the legacy he left behind as he explores places associated with the monk.

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

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. The series features a wide variety of Japanese dishes that can be prepared at home, from beef bowl with poached egg and rice to tofu hamburger steaks made with low-fat ground chicken. Other dishes include Japanese-st

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

The filmmakers explore why customers visit a large thrift store near Tokyo, which offers a variety of second-hand goods.

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

The karaoke contest MC is unable to host the summer festival. He provides instructions over the phone for Sasaki to take over, but Sasaki struggles to understand the process.

Reporter Lemi Duncan speaks with Dr Hirotaka about the causes of landslides and the technology that helps reduce damage from landslides.

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

The host explores how genetic testing can help predict the effectiveness of immunotherapy for people with uterine cancer.

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.

A herd of zebras can prove mesmerizing; their stripes were commonly thought to serve as a sort of camouflage; that and other theories are scrutinized while new research reveals its results.

A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful and eclectic scenery of Kyoto which was once called the old capital of Japan.

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

Japanese dancer and choreographer Kondo Ryohei discusses the opening ceremony he directed for the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics and the potential of physical expression.

Peter MacMillan discusses the theme of love in the Manyoshu, the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry.

Fun and easy Japanese; fast track your language learning with these simple expressions; plus handy travel tips and easy kanji; give it a try!

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

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. The series features a wide variety of Japanese dishes that can be prepared at home, from beef bowl with poached egg and rice to tofu hamburger steaks made with low-fat ground chicken. Other dishes include Japanese-st

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

The filmmakers explore why customers visit a large thrift store near Tokyo, which offers a variety of second-hand goods.

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

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

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

Enku is a monk believed to have sculpted 120,000 smiling statues of deities and Buddhas in the Gifu Prefecture, which endure to this day. Jonathan Senior learns about Enku and the legacy he left behind as he explores places associated with the monk.

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

The karaoke contest MC is unable to host the summer festival. He provides instructions over the phone for Sasaki to take over, but Sasaki struggles to understand the process.

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

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for omu-rice that can be made in five minutes.

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. The series features a wide variety of Japanese dishes that can be prepared at home, from beef bowl with poached egg and rice to tofu hamburger steaks made with low-fat ground chicken. Other dishes include Japanese-st

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

Japanese dancer and choreographer Kondo Ryohei discusses the opening ceremony he directed for the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics and the potential of physical expression.

Presents scenic aerial views of coral reef islands from a passenger jet heading from Tokyo Haneda to New Ishigaki Airport.

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.

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

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

The filmmakers explore why customers visit a large thrift store near Tokyo, which offers a variety of second-hand goods.

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

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

Enku is a monk believed to have sculpted 120,000 smiling statues of deities and Buddhas in the Gifu Prefecture, which endure to this day. Jonathan Senior learns about Enku and the legacy he left behind as he explores places associated with the monk.

Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.

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. The series features a wide variety of Japanese dishes that can be prepared at home, from beef bowl with poached egg and rice to tofu hamburger steaks made with low-fat ground chicken. Other dishes include Japanese-st

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

The karaoke contest MC is unable to host the summer festival. He provides instructions over the phone for Sasaki to take over, but Sasaki struggles to understand the process.

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

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for omu-rice that can be made in five minutes.

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

The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and trends coexist, while uncovering surprises along the way.

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

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

Reporter Ishii Terumi visits a commercial facility and talks to an expert to explore the invention of curved escalators.

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

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke discusses his mission to revolutionize the restaurant industry and spread happiness through good food, hospitality and green initiatives.

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

Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.

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

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