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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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.

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.

Lichen is an organism made from the symbiosis of fungus and algae - although it can adapt to life in extremely harsh environments, man-made threats such as global warming are disrupting its existence.

An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.

We visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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

Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a centre in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.

Recently more and more rikishi are eschewing belt-fighting in favour of pushing and thrusting attacks. Push-and-thrust rikishi help us break down the technique into three types based on distance.

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.

A Spring Party: We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo - flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking, making merry and a chance for young men and women to mingle.

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

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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 show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

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.

Sanma takes centre stage across Japan each autumn - Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.

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.

We visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.

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.

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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

Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a centre in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.

Recently more and more rikishi are eschewing belt-fighting in favour of pushing and thrusting attacks. Push-and-thrust rikishi help us break down the technique into three types based on distance.

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.

A Spring Party: We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo - flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking, making merry and a chance for young men and women to mingle.

Lichen is an organism made from the symbiosis of fungus and algae - although it can adapt to life in extremely harsh environments, man-made threats such as global warming are disrupting its existence.

This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

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.

Sanma takes centre stage across Japan each autumn - Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.

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.

We visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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.

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.