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

David Bull came to Japan to master the art of woodblock printing - he learned valuable lessons about Japanese culture and that there is more to the works of art than the paper they are printed on.

Sudden Shower: Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter, on the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat unfazed by the rain. Where is he going?

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: US Influences.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.

We will look back on the year 2024, a year in which many records were broken. We will also look ahead the Grand Sumo of 2025.

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

For five years, soccer superstar Andres Iniesta lived in Kobe while playing for the local team, Vissel Kobe. Explore the city of Kobe and meet the people he came to love during his time here.

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

Based on true events, this programme depicts the life of a young psychiatrist who, despite being a victim himself, cares compassionately for others who are devastated by the Great Hanshin Earthquake.

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

A 280km ride through Okinawa exploring this island's unique culture and history, its traditional textiles, folk songs commemorating hardships endured, and one of the world's healthiest cuisines.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

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

Through demonstrations and quizzes, leading experts teach us how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles - money was no object for its plastered geometric-patterned walls, white metallic roof tiles, and a diversity of stone walls.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

Avalanches: 2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are rare - we look at their causes, the latest research on how avalanches occur, and how to save lives.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking we can discover in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'Folding Handkerchief Theatre'.

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

For five years, soccer superstar Andres Iniesta lived in Kobe while playing for the local team, Vissel Kobe. Explore the city of Kobe and meet the people he came to love during his time here.

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

Based on true events, this programme depicts the life of a young psychiatrist who, despite being a victim himself, cares compassionately for others who are devastated by the Great Hanshin Earthquake.

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

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

Avalanches: 2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are rare - we look at their causes, the latest research on how avalanches occur, and how to save lives.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking we can discover in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'Folding Handkerchief Theatre'.

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

A 280km ride through Okinawa exploring this island's unique culture and history, its traditional textiles, folk songs commemorating hardships endured, and one of the world's healthiest cuisines.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

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

Through demonstrations and quizzes, leading experts teach us how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles - money was no object for its plastered geometric-patterned walls, white metallic roof tiles, and a diversity of stone walls.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

For five years, soccer superstar Andres Iniesta lived in Kobe while playing for the local team, Vissel Kobe. Explore the city of Kobe and meet the people he came to love during his time here.

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

Based on true events, this programme depicts the life of a young psychiatrist who, despite being a victim himself, cares compassionately for others who are devastated by the Great Hanshin Earthquake.

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

This upbeat programme 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.

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

Through demonstrations and quizzes, leading experts teach us how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

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

Summer 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mount Ontake, Japan's worst volcanic disaster since World War II - we follow bereaved family members who joined this year's memorial climb.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action followed by 'koto ga' and 'dekimasu', meaning something is possible, finally, add 'ka'.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan - since its foundation in 711 A.D. / C.E., the Inari deities have attracted worshippers with varying needs.

Horseback riding through the vast fields of Tokachi is a fun fall activity. Leafy forests and grassy fields are perfect trails to be experienced by horse. Explore new horizons on the back of a horse!

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles - money was no object for its plastered geometric-patterned walls, white metallic roof tiles, and a diversity of stone walls.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

A 280km ride through Okinawa exploring this island's unique culture and history, its traditional textiles, folk songs commemorating hardships endured, and one of the world's healthiest cuisines.

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

For five years, soccer superstar Andres Iniesta lived in Kobe while playing for the local team, Vissel Kobe. Explore the city of Kobe and meet the people he came to love during his time here.

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

Based on true events, this programme depicts the life of a young psychiatrist who, despite being a victim himself, cares compassionately for others who are devastated by the Great Hanshin Earthquake.

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

A 280km ride through Okinawa exploring this island's unique culture and history, its traditional textiles, folk songs commemorating hardships endured, and one of the world's healthiest cuisines.

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

This upbeat programme 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.

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

Through demonstrations and quizzes, leading experts teach us how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

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

Summer 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mount Ontake, Japan's worst volcanic disaster since World War II - we follow bereaved family members who joined this year's memorial climb.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action followed by 'koto ga' and 'dekimasu', meaning something is possible, finally, add 'ka'.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan - since its foundation in 711 A.D. / C.E., the Inari deities have attracted worshippers with varying needs.

Horseback riding through the vast fields of Tokachi is a fun fall activity. Leafy forests and grassy fields are perfect trails to be experienced by horse. Explore new horizons on the back of a horse!

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

Kanazawa Castle has an elegant design not seen in other castles - money was no object for its plastered geometric-patterned walls, white metallic roof tiles, and a diversity of stone walls.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

Russian athletes competing internationally have been accused of doping - we look at the life of one young skater, Kamila Valieva, and the effect that such allegations have had on her career.

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

NHK World-Japan presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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: TAKANE NO NADESHIKO - a 10-member idol group making a buzz on social media - and Hayashibe Satoshi, a singer who has fans across a wide age range.

This animation series follows Japanese dog Charo as he meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of northern Japan in the search for eight star talismans. Today: Tohoku Series 1-1.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.

Stroll around a World Heritage Site with an island kitty, then get your favourite saying written on a lucky rice scoop before playing with kitties in the historical town of Takehara.

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

The indri is a type of lemur living in the jungles of Madagascar in Africa - there are strict rules in the indri family as the mother is dominant. Why does the father get the short end of the stick?

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto through time-lapse photography.

Children wish to share a cake but are confused when Numbler cuts the cake into different shapes - Barky uses the basics of fractions and geometry to prove that the pieces are indeed equal.

A programme for upper primary to lower secondary school children about exploring everyday technologies all around them - each episode takes a piece of familiar tech and finds out what it does and how.

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

Soho in London was formerly a town of immigrants - long known as one of the most bohemian areas of London, Soho is considered a place for enjoying the arts, revelry, and late-night entertainment.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Shokan and Daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables.

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

Summer 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mount Ontake, Japan's worst volcanic disaster since World War II - we follow bereaved family members who joined this year's memorial climb.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action followed by 'koto ga' and 'dekimasu', meaning something is possible, finally, add 'ka'.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan - since its foundation in 711 A.D. / C.E., the Inari deities have attracted worshippers with varying needs.

Horseback riding through the vast fields of Tokachi is a fun fall activity. Leafy forests and grassy fields are perfect trails to be experienced by horse. Explore new horizons on the back of a horse!

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

Russian athletes competing internationally have been accused of doping - we look at the life of one young skater, Kamila Valieva, and the effect that such allegations have had on her career.

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

NHK World-Japan presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

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

Grand Sumo Tournament action live.

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

Summer 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mount Ontake, Japan's worst volcanic disaster since World War II - we follow bereaved family members who joined this year's memorial climb.

#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action followed by 'koto ga' and 'dekimasu', meaning something is possible, finally, add 'ka'.

The head Inari shrine has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan - since its foundation in 711 A.D. / C.E., the Inari deities have attracted worshippers with varying needs.

Horseback riding through the vast fields of Tokachi is a fun fall activity. Leafy forests and grassy fields are perfect trails to be experienced by horse. Explore new horizons on the back of a horse!

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

The indri is a type of lemur living in the jungles of Madagascar in Africa - there are strict rules in the indri family as the mother is dominant. Why does the father get the short end of the stick?

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto through time-lapse photography.

Children wish to share a cake but are confused when Numbler cuts the cake into different shapes - Barky uses the basics of fractions and geometry to prove that the pieces are indeed equal.

A programme for upper primary to lower secondary school children about exploring everyday technologies all around them - each episode takes a piece of familiar tech and finds out what it does and how.

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

Soho in London was formerly a town of immigrants - long known as one of the most bohemian areas of London, Soho is considered a place for enjoying the arts, revelry, and late-night entertainment.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of Shokan and Daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables.

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

Russian athletes competing internationally have been accused of doping - we look at the life of one young skater, Kamila Valieva, and the effect that such allegations have had on her career.

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

NHK World-Japan presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

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

The indri is a type of lemur living in the jungles of Madagascar in Africa - there are strict rules in the indri family as the mother is dominant. Why does the father get the short end of the stick?

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto through time-lapse photography.

Children wish to share a cake but are confused when Numbler cuts the cake into different shapes - Barky uses the basics of fractions and geometry to prove that the pieces are indeed equal.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: TAKANE NO NADESHIKO - a 10-member idol group making a buzz on social media - and Hayashibe Satoshi, a singer who has fans across a wide age range.

Today: recommending additional repairs. Wewalage Suneth Priyanka Fernando from Sri Lanka works as a mechanic - in a role play challenge, he recommends additional repairs in the interest of safety.

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

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with 1,500-metre peaks - its extraordinary intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

Avalanches: 2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are rare - we look at their causes, the latest research on how avalanches occur, and how to save lives.

Stroll around a World Heritage Site with an island kitty, then get your favourite saying written on a lucky rice scoop before playing with kitties in the historical town of Takehara.

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

Russian athletes competing internationally have been accused of doping - we look at the life of one young skater, Kamila Valieva, and the effect that such allegations have had on her career.

NHK World-Japan presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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: TAKANE NO NADESHIKO - a 10-member idol group making a buzz on social media - and Hayashibe Satoshi, a singer who has fans across a wide age range.

Today: recommending additional repairs. Wewalage Suneth Priyanka Fernando from Sri Lanka works as a mechanic - in a role play challenge, he recommends additional repairs in the interest of safety.

Stroll around a World Heritage Site with an island kitty, then get your favourite saying written on a lucky rice scoop before playing with kitties in the historical town of Takehara.

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

The indri is a type of lemur living in the jungles of Madagascar in Africa - there are strict rules in the indri family as the mother is dominant. Why does the father get the short end of the stick?

Children wish to share a cake but are confused when Numbler cuts the cake into different shapes - Barky uses the basics of fractions and geometry to prove that the pieces are indeed equal.

A programme for upper primary to lower secondary school children about exploring everyday technologies all around them - each episode takes a piece of familiar tech and finds out what it does and how.

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

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking we can discover in our daily lives - get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'Folding Handkerchief Theatre'.

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

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with 1,500-metre peaks - its extraordinary intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

We meet Muhammad Nurul Elahi in Niigata - who grows lotus roots to fund an elementary school he opened in his native Bangladesh - and Moroccan Mohamed Aalla, who trains at a soy sauce maker in Kagawa.

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

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: US Influences.

Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.

Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (Curator): Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times - Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

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 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 episode features an easily applicable paste that can dramatically bolster the resiliency of masonry walls and a treatment that makes removing heavy stains from a variety of surfaces much easier.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

To truly enjoy Gunma, travel by car is key. We start from Takasaki, where the bullet train stops, and make our way to Kusatsu hot springs, with world Heritage sites and local food along the way.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 1 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

We meet Muhammad Nurul Elahi in Niigata - who grows lotus roots to fund an elementary school he opened in his native Bangladesh - and Moroccan Mohamed Aalla, who trains at a soy sauce maker in Kagawa.

Shirabu Onsen: A 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-metre mountain where it sits - see the spring's guardian at work in gorgeous footage.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.

RAMUNE - a descendant of Japanese emigrants to Brazil - is a performer of rakugo, Japan's traditional storytelling. Performing in multiple languages, she helps foreigners experience Japanese culture.

This time we introduce a special series about Hokkaido in November - we present various aspects of Hokkaido to show its attractiveness through 'Train Cruise', 'Hit the Road' and other programmes.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

Shiga / Nagayama Yuko (Architect): A group of stonemasons have been building walls using natural stone for 400 years - Nagayama learns how a stone's qualities are assessed and utilised.

This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

Experience the fascinating sights of airports and transport hubs that connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 1 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

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

Takahashi Akiyoshi developed a way to make fish grow faster by exposing them to a certain colour of light - he talks about overcoming setbacks and innovating ground-breaking fish farming technology.

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

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

We meet Muhammad Nurul Elahi in Niigata - who grows lotus roots to fund an elementary school he opened in his native Bangladesh - and Moroccan Mohamed Aalla, who trains at a soy sauce maker in Kagawa.

Shirabu Onsen: A 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-metre mountain where it sits - see the spring's guardian at work in gorgeous footage.

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.

Our focus this time is wasabi. Visit a culturally significant paddy field, try a unique grater that offers stronger pungency, and learn more about the cultivation history of Japan's fiery root.

Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes, we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.

RAMUNE - a descendant of Japanese emigrants to Brazil - is a performer of rakugo, Japan's traditional storytelling. Performing in multiple languages, she helps foreigners experience Japanese culture.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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.

Niigata is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots. Let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes.

A growing body of research shows that continuing to exercise after a cancer diagnosis can improve post-surgical recovery, reduce recurrence rates, and even increase survival rates.

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.

Hop on from Narita - the air gateway to Japan - as breathtaking window views await flying above active volcanoes!

We meet Muhammad Nurul Elahi in Niigata - who grows lotus roots to fund an elementary school he opened in his native Bangladesh - and Moroccan Mohamed Aalla, who trains at a soy sauce maker in Kagawa.

Shirabu Onsen: A 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-metre mountain where it sits - see the spring's guardian at work in gorgeous footage.

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

Okayama / Hara Kenya (Graphic Designer): Hara visits a Japanese propeller maker with a 30 percent global market share to discover the merit of finding an object's perfect shape without compromise.

Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Japanese strawberries are very sweet with a large grain size - there are currently around 300 domestic varieties and Japanese strawberries continue to evolve into larger and sweeter varieties.

Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.

RAMUNE - a descendant of Japanese emigrants to Brazil - is a performer of rakugo, Japan's traditional storytelling. Performing in multiple languages, she helps foreigners experience Japanese culture.

This time we introduce a special series about Hokkaido in November - we present various aspects of Hokkaido to show its attractiveness through 'Train Cruise', 'Hit the Road' and other programmes.

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

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

Takahashi Akiyoshi developed a way to make fish grow faster by exposing them to a certain colour of light - he talks about overcoming setbacks and innovating ground-breaking fish farming technology.

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes, we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

Summer 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mount Ontake, Japan's worst volcanic disaster since World War II - we follow bereaved family members who joined this year's memorial climb.

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: US Influences.

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 news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

A growing body of research shows that continuing to exercise after a cancer diagnosis can improve post-surgical recovery, reduce recurrence rates, and even increase survival rates.

NHK World-Japan's flagship 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 meet Muhammad Nurul Elahi in Niigata - who grows lotus roots to fund an elementary school he opened in his native Bangladesh - and Moroccan Mohamed Aalla, who trains at a soy sauce maker in Kagawa.

Shirabu Onsen: A 700-year-old hot spring, Shirabu Onsen is maintained via daily trips up the slopes of the 2,000-metre mountain where it sits - see the spring's guardian at work in gorgeous footage.