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

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

An in-depth look at the crisis in the Amazon rainforest, the devastating potential outcomes and measures being taken to turn back the clock.

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

Watch the toughest sumo wrestlers clash in the ring live on NHK WORLD-JAPAN!; "Grand Sumo Live offers live coverage of days one, eight, fourteen and fifteen, the final day, of every Grand Sumo tournament; don't miss it!".

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

Pedalling along the less-travelled routes to experience Japan's unexplored beauty, from shorelines and mountains to architectural wonders and more.

Wakey and his friends deliver interesting facts about science, nature, art and history through sketches and performances.

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

Japanese rock band GLIM SPANKY and singer ailly discuss their music and perform their top tracks.

Little Charo is an animated series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-9.

Peter Barakan explores the making and uses of konnyaku, a high-fiber Japanese staple ingredient with various health benefits.

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.

Exploring the charm of clams, packed with umami in every bite; learn what the deliciousness of clams is that even science has yet to unravel; a thorough breakdown of a sushi chef's techniques!

The filmmakers spotlight the satoyama style of living and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital of Kyoto.

In this lesson: asking someone to repeat and clarify; Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company; in a role-play challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako cans and ferments local produce in a mountain region to make it through the depths of winter.

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

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

An in-depth look at the crisis in the Amazon rainforest, the devastating potential outcomes and measures being taken to turn back the clock.

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

Pedalling along the less-travelled routes to experience Japan's unexplored beauty, from shorelines and mountains to architectural wonders and more.

Wakey and his friends deliver interesting facts about science, nature, art and history through sketches and performances.

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

Japanese rock band GLIM SPANKY and singer ailly discuss their music and perform their top tracks.

Little Charo is an animated series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-9.

Peter Barakan explores the making and uses of konnyaku, a high-fiber Japanese staple ingredient with various health benefits.

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 explores Hiraizumi of Nishiiwai District, Iwate Prefecture, which is a geographical group comprising sacred sites, including Mount Kinkeisan.

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumo wrestlers perform a sacred ritual to expel evil spirits, which includes drinking water to cleanse and purify their bodies.

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

Exploring the charm of clams, packed with umami in every bite; learn what the deliciousness of clams is that even science has yet to unravel; a thorough breakdown of a sushi chef's techniques!

The filmmakers spotlight the satoyama style of living and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital of Kyoto.

In this lesson: asking someone to repeat and clarify; Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company; in a role-play challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako cans and ferments local produce in a mountain region to make it through the depths of winter.

Japanese soccer star Ono Shinji visits the UK to report on the sustainability efforts taking place in the Premier League. Explore the surprising climate change innovations from the world of soccer.

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

An in-depth look at the crisis in the Amazon rainforest, the devastating potential outcomes and measures being taken to turn back the clock.

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

Pedalling along the less-travelled routes to experience Japan's unexplored beauty, from shorelines and mountains to architectural wonders and more.

Wakey and his friends deliver interesting facts about science, nature, art and history through sketches and performances.

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

Japanese rock band GLIM SPANKY and singer ailly discuss their music and perform their top tracks.

Little Charo is an animated series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-9.

Peter Barakan explores the making and uses of konnyaku, a high-fiber Japanese staple ingredient with various health benefits.

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.

Exploring the charm of clams, packed with umami in every bite; learn what the deliciousness of clams is that even science has yet to unravel; a thorough breakdown of a sushi chef's techniques!

The filmmakers spotlight the satoyama style of living and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital of Kyoto.

In this lesson: asking someone to repeat and clarify; Do Cong Uan, from Vietnam, works at a metalworking company; in a role-play challenge, he must ask a superior to repeat and clarify what they said.

Culinary researcher Yokoyama Takako cans and ferments local produce in a mountain region to make it through the depths of winter.

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

The host explores Hiraizumi of Nishiiwai District, Iwate Prefecture, which is a geographical group comprising sacred sites, including Mount Kinkeisan.

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumo wrestlers perform a sacred ritual to expel evil spirits, which includes drinking water to cleanse and purify their bodies.

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

Rafael Kinoshita discusses why he teaches music to children with roots overseas and provides a space for them to build confidence and have fun.

The filmmakers shed light on water bankruptcy in many regions where social and environmental factors exhaust the water supply.

Igarashi learns how glassblowers used their skills to make Japanese vacuum flasks.

The team explores a factory in Saitama making globes for educational use and much more besides; see the skill it takes to turn flat maps into spherical globes and what in the world is an AR globe?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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 host explores various disaster preparedness technologies protecting Japan's cultural properties.

Peter MacMillan discusses words and expressions related to morning and the culture behind them.

The Haru-san house's residents stay in a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto and demonstrate how to connect two opposing adjectives in one sentence in Japanese.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

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 visit a group of shrines dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama, all across Japan.

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 scenery of Seto Inland Sea, located in between Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumo wrestlers perform a sacred ritual to expel evil spirits, which includes drinking water to cleanse and purify their bodies.

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

The team explores a factory in Saitama making globes for educational use and much more besides; see the skill it takes to turn flat maps into spherical globes and what in the world is an AR globe?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses words and expressions related to morning and the culture behind them.

The Haru-san house's residents stay in a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto and demonstrate how to connect two opposing adjectives in one sentence in Japanese.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

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 visit a group of shrines dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama, all across Japan.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumo wrestlers perform a sacred ritual to expel evil spirits, which includes drinking water to cleanse and purify their bodies.

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

Alfie Goodrich explores Okinawa's castle ruins representing the glory and history of the Ryukyu Kingdom.

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 team explores a factory in Saitama making globes for educational use and much more besides; see the skill it takes to turn flat maps into spherical globes and what in the world is an AR globe?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

Okuizumi Kazuya, head of the Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium in Yamagata Prefecture, discusses his work and his passion for jellyfish.

At COP31 in Turkey, there will be talks on how to protect agriculture and ensure food security; we report from France, which has been hit by record-breaking heatwaves.

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.

Roppongi is the dynamic district that never sleeps. It evolved from a samurai quarter into a military town, later blossomed as a nightlife hub, and more recently has been transformed by art.

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

The filmmakers visit a group of shrines dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama, all across Japan.

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

Experts explore countermeasures to COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, based on a large-scale study in Japan.

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

The team explores a factory in Saitama making globes for educational use and much more besides; see the skill it takes to turn flat maps into spherical globes and what in the world is an AR globe?

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years; through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses words and expressions related to morning and the culture behind them.

The Haru-san house's residents stay in a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto and demonstrate how to connect two opposing adjectives in one sentence in Japanese.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

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.

Okuizumi Kazuya, head of the Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium in Yamagata Prefecture, discusses his work and his passion for jellyfish.

At COP31 in Turkey, there will be talks on how to protect agriculture and ensure food security; we report from France, which has been hit by record-breaking heatwaves.

The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.

US sanctions pose an existential threat to the International Criminal Court. NHK investigates why the Trump administration is targeting the ICC, and what it means for the global rules-based order.

The filmmakers visit a group of shrines dedicated to Sugawara Michizane, known by the nickname of Tenjin-sama, all across Japan.

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

Experts explore countermeasures to COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, based on a large-scale study in Japan.

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

The host explores various disaster preparedness technologies protecting Japan's cultural properties.

The filmmakers shed light on water bankruptcy in many regions where social and environmental factors exhaust the water supply.

The filmmaker explores the rich ecosystem of the Kii Mountains, their dynamic landscapes and the rock formations created by a volcanic eruption.

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

Peter MacMillan discusses words and expressions related to morning and the culture behind them.

The Haru-san house's residents stay in a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto and demonstrate how to connect two opposing adjectives in one sentence in Japanese.

A Sri Lankan student volunteers in the Youth Police Supporters program to help build a safer community by preventing crimes.

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.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.

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

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

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

Chef Saito demonstrates how to make three styles of miso soup, using red, white and inaka miso.

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

Exploring human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Experts explore countermeasures to COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, based on a large-scale study in Japan.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

The filmmakers shed light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.

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.