NHK World HD

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

Yamamoto Yasuo's family has made soy sauce in wooden barrels for over 150 years - this traditional method is close to dying out, but Yamamoto intends to keep it alive for future generations.

We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall, who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese native Weng Fei, who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.

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

UNESCO has designated Japan's traditional techniques for making sake and other alcoholic drinks as Intangible Cultural Heritage - we review the story and learn how to use 'ganbatte' (do your best).

#34 I've read it. / To explain that you've done something before, change a verb to the past tense (for example, 'yomu' - to read - to 'yonda' - to have read), then add 'koto arimasu'.

Japanese fermented foods have a long history, but sake and miso producers face problems as eating habits change - now a 'fermentation designer' aims to bring Japan's fermented culture to the world.

We showcase an episode of 'Documentary 360' that highlights high school peace messengers dedicated to sharing the tragedy of the atomic bomb with the world.

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 hourly 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.

Mental illnesses like depression and schizophrenia are on the rise - to ease a burden on caregivers, support measures like home-visit nursing and stronger community connections are gaining attention.

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

In 2021, architect Mori Toshiko won the prestigious Isamu Noguchi Award - she has received global acclaim for her ability to serve society and humanity while respecting the natural environment.

Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this time are three-piece rock band Kaneyorimasaru, who blew up on social media, and former MYTH & ROID vocalist Maeshima Mayu, who now works on anisongs.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall, who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese native Weng Fei, who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.

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.

Yamamoto Yasuo's family has made soy sauce in wooden barrels for over 150 years - this traditional method is close to dying out, but Yamamoto intends to keep it alive for future generations.

Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district - Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters - small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices; what are they up to.

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

UNESCO has designated Japan's traditional techniques for making sake and other alcoholic drinks as Intangible Cultural Heritage - we review the story and learn how to use 'ganbatte' (do your best).

#34 I've read it. / To explain that you've done something before, change a verb to the past tense (for example, 'yomu' - to read - to 'yonda' - to have read), then add 'koto arimasu'.

Japanese fermented foods have a long history, but sake and miso producers face problems as eating habits change - now a 'fermentation designer' aims to bring Japan's fermented culture to the world.

We showcase an episode of 'Documentary 360' that highlights high school peace messengers dedicated to sharing the tragedy of the atomic bomb with the world.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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 hourly 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.

Muse cells were discovered by a Japanese researcher - they are found in the human body and have the unique ability to repair tissues. We examine their potential in treating intractable diseases.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall, who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese native Weng Fei, who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.

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

Yamamoto Yasuo's family has made soy sauce in wooden barrels for over 150 years - this traditional method is close to dying out, but Yamamoto intends to keep it alive for future generations.

Mental illnesses like depression and schizophrenia are on the rise - to ease a burden on caregivers, support measures like home-visit nursing and stronger community connections are gaining attention.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

UNESCO has designated Japan's traditional techniques for making sake and other alcoholic drinks as Intangible Cultural Heritage - we review the story and learn how to use 'ganbatte' (do your best).

#34 I've read it. / To explain that you've done something before, change a verb to the past tense (for example, 'yomu' - to read - to 'yonda' - to have read), then add 'koto arimasu'.

Japanese fermented foods have a long history, but sake and miso producers face problems as eating habits change - now a 'fermentation designer' aims to bring Japan's fermented culture to the world.

We showcase an episode of 'Documentary 360' that highlights high school peace messengers dedicated to sharing the tragedy of the atomic bomb with the world.

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.

In 2021, architect Mori Toshiko won the prestigious Isamu Noguchi Award - she has received global acclaim for her ability to serve society and humanity while respecting the natural environment.

Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district - Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters - small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices; what are they up to.

Twelve years after a massive quake and tsunami in northeast Japan, we follow taxi drivers in Kesennuma - one of the affected towns - to experience people's memories and hopes through their eyes.

#10 How much is this hairdryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say 'kono', meaning 'this', followed by the item's name and 'wa ikura desu ka?

Elegant and practical, braided cords are essential for kimonos and other aspects of everyday life.

A vast expanse of drift ice spanning the frigid Sea of Okhotsk in the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko sets the stage for a variety of novel winter adventures.

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 B.C. - we examine various aspects of Jomon society with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Lacquer.

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.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

Muse cells were discovered by a Japanese researcher - they are found in the human body and have the unique ability to repair tissues. We examine their potential in treating intractable diseases.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall, who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese native Weng Fei, who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly 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.

UNESCO has designated Japan's traditional techniques for making sake and other alcoholic drinks as Intangible Cultural Heritage - we review the story and learn how to use 'ganbatte' (do your best).

#34 I've read it. / To explain that you've done something before, change a verb to the past tense (for example, 'yomu' - to read - to 'yonda' - to have read), then add 'koto arimasu'.

Japanese fermented foods have a long history, but sake and miso producers face problems as eating habits change - now a 'fermentation designer' aims to bring Japan's fermented culture to the world.

We showcase an episode of 'Documentary 360' that highlights high school peace messengers dedicated to sharing the tragedy of the atomic bomb with the world.

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

Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district - Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters - small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices; what are they up to.

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.

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.

Mental illnesses like depression and schizophrenia are on the rise - to ease a burden on caregivers, support measures like home-visit nursing and stronger community connections are gaining attention.