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A new form of poverty is quietly spreading among young people in Japan. Barely making ends meet through one-off jobs, many don't have a stable home, which hinders their access to public assistance.

Japan's many vacant homes are being used as investments, hotel rooms, and opportunities for creative renovation. We discover ways to reimagine properties that were once regarded as almost worthless.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

A new form of poverty is quietly spreading among young people in Japan. Barely making ends meet through one-off jobs, many don't have a stable home, which hinders their access to public assistance.

Ito Junji is a horror manga artist renowned worldwide for his intricate artwork and unique vision, which earned him a place in the prestigious Eisner Awards Hall of Fame in 2025. What inspires him?

It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

Japan's many vacant homes are being used as investments, hotel rooms, and opportunities for creative renovation. We discover ways to reimagine properties that were once regarded as almost worthless.

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

A new form of poverty is quietly spreading among young people in Japan. Barely making ends meet through one-off jobs, many don't have a stable home, which hinders their access to public assistance.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Ito Junji is a horror manga artist renowned worldwide for his intricate artwork and unique vision, which earned him a place in the prestigious Eisner Awards Hall of Fame in 2025. What inspires him?

A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. We learn that regular bathing was an essential part of life for the townspeople.

Japan's many vacant homes are being used as investments, hotel rooms, and opportunities for creative renovation. We discover ways to reimagine properties that were once regarded as almost worthless.

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

A new form of poverty is quietly spreading among young people in Japan. Barely making ends meet through one-off jobs, many don't have a stable home, which hinders their access to public assistance.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Characters that appeal to adults as well as kids are growing in popularity thanks to both their cuteness and realistic portrayal of the world. Next, can Japan make more of their success?

As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Characters that appeal to adults as well as kids are growing in popularity thanks to both their cuteness and realistic portrayal of the world. Next, can Japan make more of their success?

As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

Characters that appeal to adults as well as kids are growing in popularity thanks to both their cuteness and realistic portrayal of the world. Next, can Japan make more of their success?

In 2025, Ohtake Makiko won a NASA award for significant accomplishments relating to Solar System exploration science. She talks about investigating the birth of our planet and moon.

The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.

German urbanist Chris Dimmer focuses on the community-building potential of Japan's public bathhouses, or "Sento." He hopes that people living alone can rediscover the value of these bathhouses.

As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

Today's theme: Design Hunting in Shiga. This central prefecture is home to Lake Biwa and rich water resources led to a unique regional culture. Our design hunt explores modern updates on tradition.

Characters that appeal to adults as well as kids are growing in popularity thanks to both their cuteness and realistic portrayal of the world. Next, can Japan make more of their success?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

In 2025, Ohtake Makiko won a NASA award for significant accomplishments relating to Solar System exploration science. She talks about investigating the birth of our planet and moon.

The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.

A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.

Age-related hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia, according to a report in the Lancet. In Japan, a unique rehabilitation program is helping people recognize words while wearing hearing aids.

Today's theme: Design Hunting in Shiga. This central prefecture is home to Lake Biwa and rich water resources led to a unique regional culture. Our design hunt explores modern updates on tradition.

Characters that appeal to adults as well as kids are growing in popularity thanks to both their cuteness and realistic portrayal of the world. Next, can Japan make more of their success?

As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

German urbanist Chris Dimmer focuses on the community-building potential of Japan's public bathhouses, or "Sento." He hopes that people living alone can rediscover the value of these bathhouses.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: curved escalators.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).