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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.

Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare.

1 in 2 don't drink in Japan, where intense social drinking is normal. Through interviews of drinkers and non-drinkers we hear both sides, including a couple who went sober and opened a no-alcohol bar.

The Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and making their businesses more sustainable.

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.

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years - more women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs.

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.

Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, practices unique farming methods in Okayama to show how accessible agriculture can be - he works with locals to grow and use uncommon crops.

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.

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.

All aboard for an in-depth look at one of the world's largest metro systems. From specialised training to precision tools, learn what's behind its reputation for safety and comfort.

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.

Onomichi Betcha is a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture - masked ogres carry sticks with which to 'torment' spectators, but being hit or poked with a stick is said to bring good luck.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

Japan's bell peppers are small and green with a distinct bitterness that adds a beloved accent to many dishes. We explore the appeal of this healthy vegetable, from farm to table.

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.

Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

Izakayas offer the Japanese a third place where they can relax and socialise over food and drinks. Our explorers join the locals to experience these sanctuaries for themselves.

1 in 10 Japanese got married through online spouse-hunting services in 2020. We interview women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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.

Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare.

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

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.

Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder is common among youth, causes extremely late sleep and wake times disrupting work or school life. We meet young sufferers who seek more flexible lifestyles.

A Napping Boy Dreams of Monsters: When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue - we examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.

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 Kii Mountain Range is home to three deeply important spiritual locations - Kumano, Yoshino and Omine, and Mount Koya - and these three sites are connected by a verdant 300km pilgrims' path.

The Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and making their businesses more sustainable.

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.

Onomichi Betcha is a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture - masked ogres carry sticks with which to 'torment' spectators, but being hit or poked with a stick is said to bring good luck.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, practices unique farming methods in Okayama to show how accessible agriculture can be - he works with locals to grow and use uncommon crops.

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.

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years - more women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs.

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.

The JR Joban Line, severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, fully reopened in 2020 - see how station areas in Fukushima Prefecture are being redeveloped along the restored route.

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.

Deep Culture: Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

Explore a surprising take on ramen loved by a fishing town - let it warm you up when it's cold.

Izakayas offer the Japanese a third place where they can relax and socialise over food and drinks. Our explorers join the locals to experience these sanctuaries for themselves.

1 in 10 Japanese got married through online spouse-hunting services in 2020. We interview women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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.

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.

All aboard for an in-depth look at one of the world's largest metro systems. From specialised training to precision tools, learn what's behind its reputation for safety and comfort.

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.

Onomichi Betcha is a three-day festival in Hiroshima Prefecture - masked ogres carry sticks with which to 'torment' spectators, but being hit or poked with a stick is said to bring good luck.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

The Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and making their businesses more sustainable.

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.

Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare.

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.

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

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.

There is only one certified sign language interpreter for every 85 people with hearing / speech disabilities. But tough exams and low pay means newcomers are few, yet vital for the deaf community.

Ritual Purification at Roben Falls: We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on - it turns out that some of them have something to prove..

After 40 years, a local yumori, or hot spring caretaker, is retiring. A crew of young workers has been chosen to replace him. But with no manual to guide them, will these novices be up to the task.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, practices unique farming methods in Okayama to show how accessible agriculture can be - he works with locals to grow and use uncommon crops.

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.

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years - more women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs.

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.

The JR Joban Line, severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, fully reopened in 2020 - see how station areas in Fukushima Prefecture are being redeveloped along the restored route.

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.

Clever Applications Materialize in Textiles: Amidst fierce competition, Japanese textile makers are now applying their cutting-edge techniques to enter new fields such as construction and healthcare.

Izakayas offer the Japanese a third place where they can relax and socialise over food and drinks. Our explorers join the locals to experience these sanctuaries for themselves.

1 in 10 Japanese got married through online spouse-hunting services in 2020. We interview women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

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.

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.

The Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture helps traditional industries overcome challenges by applying advanced technology and making their businesses more sustainable.