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Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home.

2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.

Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home.

From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts a variety of programs with over 50 titles. This program "Dig More Japan" will extract the essence of these programs and further deepen the charm of Japanese culture.

Featured recipe: Spoon-molded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!!

Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another!

Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts a variety of programs with over 50 titles. This program "Dig More Japan" will extract the essence of these programs and further deepen the charm of Japanese culture.

Featured recipe: Spoon-molded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!!

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives.

From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another!

This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives.

This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another!

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another!

Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives.

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.

This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments.

The designs of karuta game cards that swept Japan since the 1600s still fascinate art historian Lingjun Jiang. She traces their evolution across centuries to reveal their cultural meaning.

Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments.

The designs of karuta game cards that swept Japan since the 1600s still fascinate art historian Lingjun Jiang. She traces their evolution across centuries to reveal their cultural meaning.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments.

Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models.

The designs of karuta game cards that swept Japan since the 1600s still fascinate art historian Lingjun Jiang. She traces their evolution across centuries to reveal their cultural meaning.

Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

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.

Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments.

Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models.

The designs of karuta game cards that swept Japan since the 1600s still fascinate art historian Lingjun Jiang. She traces their evolution across centuries to reveal their cultural meaning.