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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.

To ask someone if a person can do something, say the verb to indicate the desired action, followed by koto ga and dekimasu, meaning something is possible; then add ka.

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

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

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.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words and expressions related to kiru or to wear.

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 filmmakers explore how foreigners with language proficiency in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, are trained to serve in emergencies and run evacuation shelters during disasters.

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

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Mikan: Japan's Favorite Citrus Fruit.

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.

To ask someone if a person can do something, say the verb to indicate the desired action, followed by koto ga and dekimasu, meaning something is possible; then add ka.

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.

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

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.

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

Dentist Matsumoto Toshihide discusses protecting the lives of children from Myanmar through oral care and distributing toothbrushes in evacuation shelters lacking medical facilities.

The filmmakers explore how foreigners with language proficiency in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, are trained to serve in emergencies and run evacuation shelters during disasters.

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

Join us for a hike up Mt. Takao in western Tokyo, said to be the most visited peak in the world. Along the way we'll learn about its samurai history, connection to Mt. Fuji, and abundant nature.

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

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Mikan: Japan's Favorite Citrus Fruit.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

To ask someone if a person can do something, say the verb to indicate the desired action, followed by koto ga and dekimasu, meaning something is possible; then add ka.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words and expressions related to kiru or to wear.

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 filmmakers explore how foreigners with language proficiency in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, are trained to serve in emergencies and run evacuation shelters during disasters.

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

Dentist Matsumoto Toshihide discusses protecting the lives of children from Myanmar through oral care and distributing toothbrushes in evacuation shelters lacking medical facilities.

Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural center. Throughout the area, large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

The host examines "Fly-fishing," a woodblock print by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai that features a group of anglers using drifting mosquito hooks to fish.

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

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Mikan: Japan's Favorite Citrus Fruit.

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

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

The filmmakers shed light on the shift in wild elephants' habitats due to climate change and remote sensing technologies developed to study the human-elephant conflict.

The host showcases time-lapse videos from Matsue in Izumo, also known as the city of water due to being surrounded by a river.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words and expressions related to kiru or to wear.

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 filmmakers explore how foreigners with language proficiency in Nakano Ward, Tokyo, are trained to serve in emergencies and run evacuation shelters during disasters.

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.

To ask someone if a person can do something, say the verb to indicate the desired action, followed by koto ga and dekimasu, meaning something is possible; then add ka.

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

The filmmakers visit Furukawa, an old district of Hida City in Gifu Prefecture which flourished as a castle town in the past.

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

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

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

A gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and strength levels. Some members reveal what motivates them to exercise there.

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

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.

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

The filmmakers explore the world of Japanese snacks, loved by people of all ages.

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for yakisoba.

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

The filmmakers visit Furukawa, an old district of Hida City in Gifu Prefecture which flourished as a castle town in the past.

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.

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

A gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and strength levels. Some members reveal what motivates them to exercise there.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

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

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

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

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

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

Musician Ichiko Aoba discusses why her sound captivates international audiences despite language barriers.

Peter MacMillan discusses Japanese words and expressions related to kiru or to wear.

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.

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

A gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and strength levels. Some members reveal what motivates them to exercise there.

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

Experts explore Japan's advanced technologies, including techniques for building tunnels in complex geological conditions and innovative ways of keeping fruit fresh.

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

The filmmakers visit Furukawa, an old district of Hida City in Gifu Prefecture which flourished as a castle town in the past.

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

The filmmakers explore the world of Japanese snacks, loved by people of all ages.

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for yakisoba.

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.

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

Musician Ichiko Aoba discusses why her sound captivates international audiences despite language barriers.

"Gataine Odori" is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta during the 19th century. A group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren and keep the story alive.

The filmmakers explore the history of Japanese fashion and fireworks in the summer during the Edo period, where women dress up to attract male suitors.

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

A gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and strength levels. Some members reveal what motivates them to exercise there.

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

Experts explore Japan's advanced technologies, including techniques for building tunnels in complex geological conditions and innovative ways of keeping fruit fresh.

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

The filmmakers visit Furukawa, an old district of Hida City in Gifu Prefecture which flourished as a castle town in the past.

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

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

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

Rei tells Xuan about quitting his job at the hotel to go to France. Xuan is taken aback and avoids talking to Rei.

The filmmakers explore the world of Japanese snacks, loved by people of all ages.

Chef Rika showcases an easy-to-follow recipe for yakisoba.

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.

Discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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

The filmmaker illuminates top-level professionals who are at the forefront of their fields and interviews them about their work, inspiration and experiences.

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

Experts explore Japan's advanced technologies, including techniques for building tunnels in complex geological conditions and innovative ways of keeping fruit fresh.

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

The host examines flavorful foreign dishes adopted by the Japanese and uncovers how they were transformed into local favorites.