NHK WORLD TV

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!

Karesansui is a dry-gardening style of arranging stones and gravel that developed as places for Buddhist monks in their ascetic training.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: home water purifiers & plastic valves.

Find out about Japan's emergency food options that meet the needs of various people. Also discover the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Pythagora Equipment Academy"..

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Watch the latest J-dramas, which offers everything from romance, comedy, and sci-fi to gritty shows. Discover how the latest Japanese actors and creators bring dramas to life in fresh new ways.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: home water purifiers & plastic valves.

Find out about Japan's emergency food options that meet the needs of various people. Also discover the rolling stock method, a smart way to stockpile emergency food.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Pythagora Equipment Academy"..

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

We travel the JR Hakushin and Uetsu Lines of Niigata and Yamagata in search of traditional food culture in a major rice-producing region: sampling sake, fine salmon dishes and other culinary delights.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Children want to know whether a large desk can pass through the doorway of the classroom. Numbler makes the desk immovable, but Barky shows them how to compare lengths and widths by using a ribbon.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!

Karesansui is a dry-gardening style of arranging stones and gravel that developed as places for Buddhist monks in their ascetic training.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Watch the latest J-dramas, which offers everything from romance, comedy, and sci-fi to gritty shows. Discover how the latest Japanese actors and creators bring dramas to life in fresh new ways.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan and around the world.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Children want to know whether a large desk can pass through the doorway of the classroom. Numbler makes the desk immovable, but Barky shows them how to compare lengths and widths by using a ribbon.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

13 years after the Fukushima disaster, a potter returns to his empty hometown to revive the local craft. His potter son works in the town he evacuated to. What does tradition mean to the two men?

#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum?; If you want to ask for directions, say the name of your destination, then "made doo ittara ii desu ka.".

Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.

A paradise for rock climbers can be found in Otaru, Hokkaido. Our guides take on a difficult route there with a 70-meter change in elevation. Prepare to be amazed by the view awaiting them at the top!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!

Karesansui is a dry-gardening style of arranging stones and gravel that developed as places for Buddhist monks in their ascetic training.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

We travel the JR Hakushin and Uetsu Lines of Niigata and Yamagata in search of traditional food culture in a major rice-producing region: sampling sake, fine salmon dishes and other culinary delights.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Watch the latest J-dramas, which offers everything from romance, comedy, and sci-fi to gritty shows. Discover how the latest Japanese actors and creators bring dramas to life in fresh new ways.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

We travel the JR Hakushin and Uetsu Lines of Niigata and Yamagata in search of traditional food culture in a major rice-producing region: sampling sake, fine salmon dishes and other culinary delights.

Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan and around the world.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Children want to know whether a large desk can pass through the doorway of the classroom. Numbler makes the desk immovable, but Barky shows them how to compare lengths and widths by using a ribbon.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

13 years after the Fukushima disaster, a potter returns to his empty hometown to revive the local craft. His potter son works in the town he evacuated to. What does tradition mean to the two men?

#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum?; If you want to ask for directions, say the name of your destination, then "made doo ittara ii desu ka.".

Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.

A paradise for rock climbers can be found in Otaru, Hokkaido. Our guides take on a difficult route there with a 70-meter change in elevation. Prepare to be amazed by the view awaiting them at the top!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.

What makes these one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique?! Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else!

Karesansui is a dry-gardening style of arranging stones and gravel that developed as places for Buddhist monks in their ascetic training.