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NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis.

A labour shortage in South Korea has caused a spike in foreign workers - many of them work under harsh conditions and grassroots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Today: a look at some popular bentos posted to our website, Maki and Marc make savoury bentos perfect for an autumn picnic, and a tasty and protein-rich tempeh bento comes from Bali in Indonesia.

A popular tourist train in Kyushu's Takachiho area is powered by fuel made from leftover ramen soup - starting from nothing, trucking company owner Nishida Masumi has developed his own biodiesel.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

Homework Challenges: Elsa is from the Faroe Islands and ger two children attend a Japanese public school - she feels sad that she cannot always help them because of language issues.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her eight-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn in New York City provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact.

Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of unique railways and popular tourist trains. See the different initiatives JR and Iwate Prefecture are taking to increase railway tourism.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

A labour shortage in South Korea has caused a spike in foreign workers - many of them work under harsh conditions and grassroots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis.

Sudden Shower: Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter, on the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat unfazed by the rain. Where is he going?

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Today: a look at some popular bentos posted to our website, Maki and Marc make savoury bentos perfect for an autumn picnic, and a tasty and protein-rich tempeh bento comes from Bali in Indonesia.

A popular tourist train in Kyushu's Takachiho area is powered by fuel made from leftover ramen soup - starting from nothing, trucking company owner Nishida Masumi has developed his own biodiesel.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

A labour shortage in South Korea has caused a spike in foreign workers - many of them work under harsh conditions and grassroots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

Digital twin technology analysed a landslide in Atami in 2021 and prevented further disasters - find out how it is also used for tsunami prediction.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: Which One is Real?

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

Digital twin technology analysed a landslide in Atami in 2021 and prevented further disasters - find out how it is also used for tsunami prediction.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: Which One is Real?

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Experience the fascinating sights of airports and transport hubs that connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This programme 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 history.

#31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say 'isshoni' (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. 'ikimasu' to 'ikimasen', and then add 'ka'.

Hina dolls which represent the emperor, empress and imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March the third after they are born as part of Girl's Day celebrations.

Mt. Mokoto in eastern Hokkaido is easily accessible to hikers. John, an expert climber and photographer, heads for its 1,000-m summit to overlook Lake Kussharo and witness a spectacular sea of clouds.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This programme 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 history.

Shimanto is a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture - a piano is placed on a park's outdoor stage and people stop to play from their hearts.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Experience the fascinating sights of airports and transport hubs that connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.

An animated series about a Japanese dog who gets lost in New York City. Charo says 'I want to see my owner again!', and so he starts his adventure to find his way back home.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at bladed tools. Traditional techniques are used to make a range of state-of-the-art items.

Sanagijima Island is home to lots of free-roaming cats - Kuji rests on some cool shrine steps as other cats hang out close to the sea carefully making their way along a seawall... what are they doing?

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This time we're featuring 'The Mobile Police Patlabor', a hit that has captivated fans for over 30 years - learn the secrets of its enduring charm and get an exclusive look at the new 'Patlabor Ezy'!

Come learn 'Pro Tips' for double unders - we'll also go over 'Improvement Points' so you don't get the rope caught on your feet!

This programme presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature - in both original forms and modern translations - with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the world view of ancient Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Monsanto, literally 'The Sacred Mountain', is a stunning rock village in Portugal - perched high atop a mountain bordering Spain, the village consists of rock houses sandwiched among boulders.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Potter Baba Kojiro uses stones from the quarry that is said to have produced Japan's first porcelain but was abandoned for centuries - what drives him to create pieces from this unique type of clay?

#31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say 'isshoni' (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. 'ikimasu' to 'ikimasen', and then add 'ka'.

Hina dolls which represent the emperor, empress and imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March the third after they are born as part of Girl's Day celebrations.

Mt. Mokoto in eastern Hokkaido is easily accessible to hikers. John, an expert climber and photographer, heads for its 1,000-m summit to overlook Lake Kussharo and witness a spectacular sea of clouds.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The sale of sexual videos and photographs of minors is a lucrative international industry - this programme examines this burgeoning trade and what can be done to stop it.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In-depth world discussion - global opinion leaders debate key issues facing our modern world and present solutions to help solve these concerns.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.

An animated series about a Japanese dog who gets lost in New York City. Charo says 'I want to see my owner again!', and so he starts his adventure to find his way back home.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at bladed tools. Traditional techniques are used to make a range of state-of-the-art items.

Sanagijima Island is home to lots of free-roaming cats - Kuji rests on some cool shrine steps as other cats hang out close to the sea carefully making their way along a seawall... what are they doing?

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Potter Baba Kojiro uses stones from the quarry that is said to have produced Japan's first porcelain but was abandoned for centuries - what drives him to create pieces from this unique type of clay?

#31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say 'isshoni' (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. 'ikimasu' to 'ikimasen', and then add 'ka'.

Hina dolls which represent the emperor, empress and imperial court, are presented to girls on the first March the third after they are born as part of Girl's Day celebrations.

Mt. Mokoto in eastern Hokkaido is easily accessible to hikers. John, an expert climber and photographer, heads for its 1,000-m summit to overlook Lake Kussharo and witness a spectacular sea of clouds.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This time we're featuring 'The Mobile Police Patlabor', a hit that has captivated fans for over 30 years - learn the secrets of its enduring charm and get an exclusive look at the new 'Patlabor Ezy'!

Come learn 'Pro Tips' for double unders - we'll also go over 'Improvement Points' so you don't get the rope caught on your feet!

This programme presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature - in both original forms and modern translations - with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the world view of ancient Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Monsanto, literally 'The Sacred Mountain', is a stunning rock village in Portugal - perched high atop a mountain bordering Spain, the village consists of rock houses sandwiched among boulders.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

The sale of sexual videos and photographs of minors is a lucrative international industry - this programme examines this burgeoning trade and what can be done to stop it.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

In-depth world discussion - global opinion leaders debate key issues facing our modern world and present solutions to help solve these concerns.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

This time we're featuring 'The Mobile Police Patlabor', a hit that has captivated fans for over 30 years - learn the secrets of its enduring charm and get an exclusive look at the new 'Patlabor Ezy'!

Come learn 'Pro Tips' for double unders - we'll also go over 'Improvement Points' so you don't get the rope caught on your feet!

This programme presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature - in both original forms and modern translations - with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the world view of ancient Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: Which One is Real?

Tran Than Tuan from Vietnam and Warni Letty Yuhara from Indonesia - students in past editions - return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson.

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships that they face in Japanese society.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Shuri Castle.

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

This programme helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news - you will learn not only Japanese expressions, but also the latest situation in Japan.

#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and 'ga suki desu'.

A cultural exchange programme in Edogawa City - where 40 per cent of Tokyo's Indian population reside - gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.

We introduce 'Discovering Tomorrow's Manga Masters', an English version of a show aired on our domestic channel, that follows young people trying to be manga creators and living in an artist village.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

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

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships that they face in Japanese society.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

This programme helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news - you will learn not only Japanese expressions, but also the latest situation in Japan.

#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and 'ga suki desu'.

A cultural exchange programme in Edogawa City - where 40 per cent of Tokyo's Indian population reside - gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.

We introduce 'Discovering Tomorrow's Manga Masters', an English version of a show aired on our domestic channel, that follows young people trying to be manga creators and living in an artist village.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

This programme 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.

Potter Baba Kojiro uses stones from the quarry that is said to have produced Japan's first porcelain but was abandoned for centuries - what drives him to create pieces from this unique type of clay?

#31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say 'isshoni' (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. 'ikimasu' to 'ikimasen', and then add 'ka'.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Matsuoka Satoshi oversees the operations of Fugaku, a Japanese supercomputer named after Mount Fuji - it made global headlines when it succeeded in visualising the aerosol dispersal of COVID-19.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships that they face in Japanese society.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

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

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes, we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

This programme helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news - you will learn not only Japanese expressions, but also the latest situation in Japan.

#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and 'ga suki desu'.

A cultural exchange programme in Edogawa City - where 40 per cent of Tokyo's Indian population reside - gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.

We introduce 'Discovering Tomorrow's Manga Masters', an English version of a show aired on our domestic channel, that follows young people trying to be manga creators and living in an artist village.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle.

NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships that they face in Japanese society.