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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.

A family living on a farm seeks self-sufficiency by foraging for wild plants, cultivating honey, and shearing sheep. They try to find joy in the small things, no matter how hard they may be.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Taisetsu and Toji - the nuns enjoy yuzu pepper, pumpkin soup, and kagami-mochi rice cakes made specially for the end of a year.

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

David and his friend make a day trip cycling from Otaru to Sapporo in search of autumn foliage. From sea to mountains, and city heights, they discover the beauty of Hokkaido in seasonal transition.

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.

The Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital was one of the only hospitals still standing after the dropping of the atomic bomb - newly-uncovered files shed light on the ensuing weeks and months at the hospital.

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.

A look at the Grand-Prix winner 'Teki Cometh' and other films from the Tokyo Film Festival, as well as Kinugasa Teinosuke's classic 'Gate of Hell.

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.

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.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-15.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at osechi, a special New Year's meal that offers a traditional start to the year.

Visit two cat islands in Japan's Seto Inland Sea! The kitties on Ao Island outnumber humans - watch them catch fish on the rocks - then join more kitties on Ogi Island for some sun time on a roof.

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.

A family living on a farm seeks self-sufficiency by foraging for wild plants, cultivating honey, and shearing sheep. They try to find joy in the small things, no matter how hard they may be.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Taisetsu and Toji - the nuns enjoy yuzu pepper, pumpkin soup, and kagami-mochi rice cakes made specially for the end of a year.

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

David and his friend make a day trip cycling from Otaru to Sapporo in search of autumn foliage. From sea to mountains, and city heights, they discover the beauty of Hokkaido in seasonal transition.

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.

This episode features CloverWorks, the 2018 animation studio famed for stunning visuals and dramatic storytelling - get an exclusive look at their latest film and learn how they train young animators.

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

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.

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, has a population of 9.6 million. Home to one fifth of the country's residents, Seoul is famous for the celebration of tradition as well as the latest in fashion.

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.

The Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital was one of the only hospitals still standing after the dropping of the atomic bomb - newly-uncovered files shed light on the ensuing weeks and months at the hospital.

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.

A look at the Grand-Prix winner 'Teki Cometh' and other films from the Tokyo Film Festival, as well as Kinugasa Teinosuke's classic 'Gate of Hell.

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.

This episode features CloverWorks, the 2018 animation studio famed for stunning visuals and dramatic storytelling - get an exclusive look at their latest film and learn how they train young animators.

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

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.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: seven-piece idol group CANDY TUNE, who have a big, young fanbase on social media, and Inaba Manaka, who left Juice=Juice in 2022 to launch a solo career.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'Nendore Nandore Mr Clay!

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng from China works at a real estate firm - in a role play challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

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.

Seoul, the capital of South Korea, has a population of 9.6 million. Home to one fifth of the country's residents, Seoul is famous for the celebration of tradition as well as the latest in fashion.

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.

The stories behind hit Japanese products plus top creations for niche markets - this time, tactile paving and crab stick machines.

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons - find out how to navigate flooded streets and escape cars.

Visit two cat islands in Japan's Seto Inland Sea! The kitties on Ao Island outnumber humans - watch them catch fish on the rocks - then join more kitties on Ogi Island for some sun time on a roof.

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.

The Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital was one of the only hospitals still standing after the dropping of the atomic bomb - newly-uncovered files shed light on the ensuing weeks and months at the hospital.

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.

A look at the Grand-Prix winner 'Teki Cometh' and other films from the Tokyo Film Festival, as well as Kinugasa Teinosuke's classic 'Gate of Hell.

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.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: seven-piece idol group CANDY TUNE, who have a big, young fanbase on social media, and Inaba Manaka, who left Juice=Juice in 2022 to launch a solo career.

Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng from China works at a real estate firm - in a role play challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.

Visit two cat islands in Japan's Seto Inland Sea! The kitties on Ao Island outnumber humans - watch them catch fish on the rocks - then join more kitties on Ogi Island for some sun time on a roof.

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.

This episode features CloverWorks, the 2018 animation studio famed for stunning visuals and dramatic storytelling - get an exclusive look at their latest film and learn how they train young animators.

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.

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.

The stories behind hit Japanese products plus top creations for niche markets - this time, tactile paving and crab stick machines.

Japan has a long history of natural disasters - Bosai explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'Nendore Nandore Mr Clay!

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.

A unique walking-eye view of cities around the globe! Chat to the locals and enjoy encounters that only strolling the streets can bring.