NHK World HD

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

There is a temple in Echizen City in Fukui Prefecture that is home to many cats - for three days we watch visitors come from near and far to interact with the cats.

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.

How will the world cope without a clear global leader as the 2025 geopolitical landscape continues to reshape global dynamics? Ian Bremmer of the Eurasia Group analyses the risks in a G-Zero world.

Phase Free is a disaster preparedness concept that does not distinguish between everyday life and emergency situations - we also see how everyday items can be used in times of disaster.

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.

Furuta Takayuki co-developed an intelligent mobility robot that won a prestigious international design award in 2021 - he shares his passion for creating robots that help people.

Hydrogen gas inhalation is proving to be a potential game-changer in emergency medicine. It improves survival rates and reduces severe aftereffects that can occur after the heart restarts.

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 showcases a university professor and two students finding their paths in Tokyo in a journey about discovering life's work, personal learning, and gaining a platform to improve 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.

Gonoi Rina made global headlines by speaking up about the sexual abuse she suffered while serving in Japan's Self-Defense Forces - she shares her thoughts now that the case has been settled in court.

The Great Race: It's edge-of-your-seat excitement as a high-speed transport boat departs for Edo with a rich cargo - find out what's on the line for the stalwart crew as we break down their strategy.

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

Chef Saito introduces a steamed dish featuring kinmedai fish and turnips - which are in season during winter - in a kaiseki cooking class for a dish that will warm you up in the cold winter months.

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.

There is a temple in Echizen City in Fukui Prefecture that is home to many cats - for three days we watch visitors come from near and far to interact with the cats.

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.

Japan's traditional papercraft of origami has come to be used in engineering as researchers observe insects and other specimens to develop 'crease patterns' that can be utilised in diverse fields.

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 showcases a university professor and two students finding their paths in Tokyo in a journey about discovering life's work, personal learning, and gaining a platform to improve society.

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.

Gonoi Rina made global headlines by speaking up about the sexual abuse she suffered while serving in Japan's Self-Defense Forces - she shares her thoughts now that the case has been settled in court.

How will the world cope without a clear global leader as the 2025 geopolitical landscape continues to reshape global dynamics? Ian Bremmer of the Eurasia Group analyses the risks in a G-Zero world.

This show introduces NHK World's many attractive programmes in fun short videos - the clips will also be introduced on social media to meet the needs of people who are interested in Japan.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

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.

Chef Saito introduces a steamed dish featuring kinmedai fish and turnips - which are in season during winter - in a kaiseki cooking class for a dish that will warm you up in the cold winter months.

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.

Furuta Takayuki co-developed an intelligent mobility robot that won a prestigious international design award in 2021 - he shares his passion for creating robots that help people.

The Great Race: It's edge-of-your-seat excitement as a high-speed transport boat departs for Edo with a rich cargo - find out what's on the line for the stalwart crew as we break down their strategy.

The prefecture of Nagasaki, historically Japan's gateway to the west, has a culture influenced by centuries of foreign trade - with over 1,400 islands, it also makes for a unique cycling experience.

There is a temple in Echizen City in Fukui Prefecture that is home to many cats - for three days we watch visitors come from near and far to interact with the cats.

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.

Japan's traditional papercraft of origami has come to be used in engineering as researchers observe insects and other specimens to develop 'crease patterns' that can be utilised in diverse fields.

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 showcases a university professor and two students finding their paths in Tokyo in a journey about discovering life's work, personal learning, and gaining a platform to improve society.

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.

Chef Saito introduces a steamed dish featuring kinmedai fish and turnips - which are in season during winter - in a kaiseki cooking class for a dish that will warm you up in the cold winter months.

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 Great Race: It's edge-of-your-seat excitement as a high-speed transport boat departs for Edo with a rich cargo - find out what's on the line for the stalwart crew as we break down their strategy.

The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea - we explore their history and legacy with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: the Kurushima Straits.

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.

How will the world cope without a clear global leader as the 2025 geopolitical landscape continues to reshape global dynamics? Ian Bremmer of the Eurasia Group analyses the risks in a G-Zero world.

This show introduces NHK World's many attractive programmes in fun short videos - the clips will also be introduced on social media to meet the needs of people who are interested in Japan.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.