NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

Explore how Japan uses artificial satellites and surface observation to quickly assess flood and earthquake damage, supporting disaster preparedness.

Tsukamoto Yoshiharu (Architect) visits Nara. Long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.

The Hiroshima and Nagasaki Peace Messengers visit the United Nations in Geneva each year. We join them as they call for nuclear abolition and see the complexities of global politics in a new light.

Amid the deep winter snow, a US high school student comes to stay at a house restored by Karl. When spring finally arrives, the villagers celebrate the cherry blossoms and enjoy seasonal dishes.

This castle, 200km north of Tokyo, was a battleground in Japan's last civil war in the mid-19th C. Modern warfare did not bring it down. We look at the secrets to the its strengths and its lords.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to theater. Explore the unique culture behind them.

In Saidaiji Eyo, thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

Today's theme: Design Hunting in Tottori. On the Sea of Japan coast, the Tottori Sand Dunes create unique, everchanging views. Our design hunt explores a culture with deep roots in the natural world.

Numbler hides the measuring stick at a shoe shop so that a customer's foot cannot be measured. Barky realizes that the measurement can be made by counting how many 1-centimeter items are needed.

Journey through the snowy landscapes of northern Fukui Prefecture in central Japan on the Echizen Railway. Practice zazen meditation at Eiheiji, sip locally brewed sake, and dine on Echizen crab.

Japanese paper, known as washi, is attractively textured and extremely durable. In a 5-minute digest, we explore its role in modern society and examine how it represents Japanese aesthetics.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

Explore how Japan uses artificial satellites and surface observation to quickly assess flood and earthquake damage, supporting disaster preparedness.

Tsukamoto Yoshiharu (Architect) visits Nara. Long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.

The Hiroshima and Nagasaki Peace Messengers visit the United Nations in Geneva each year. We join them as they call for nuclear abolition and see the complexities of global politics in a new light.

Amid the deep winter snow, a US high school student comes to stay at a house restored by Karl. When spring finally arrives, the villagers celebrate the cherry blossoms and enjoy seasonal dishes.

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise. Catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

Numbler hides the measuring stick at a shoe shop so that a customer's foot cannot be measured. Barky realizes that the measurement can be made by counting how many 1-centimeter items are needed.

Journey through the snowy landscapes of northern Fukui Prefecture in central Japan on the Echizen Railway. Practice zazen meditation at Eiheiji, sip locally brewed sake, and dine on Echizen crab.

Japanese paper, known as washi, is attractively textured and extremely durable. In a 5-minute digest, we explore its role in modern society and examine how it represents Japanese aesthetics.

This castle, 200km north of Tokyo, was a battleground in Japan's last civil war in the mid-19th C. Modern warfare did not bring it down. We look at the secrets to the its strengths and its lords.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to theater. Explore the unique culture behind them.

In Saidaiji Eyo, thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

Explore how Japan uses artificial satellites and surface observation to quickly assess flood and earthquake damage, supporting disaster preparedness.

Tsukamoto Yoshiharu (Architect) visits Nara. Long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.

The Hiroshima and Nagasaki Peace Messengers visit the United Nations in Geneva each year. We join them as they call for nuclear abolition and see the complexities of global politics in a new light.

Amid the deep winter snow, a US high school student comes to stay at a house restored by Karl. When spring finally arrives, the villagers celebrate the cherry blossoms and enjoy seasonal dishes.

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise. Catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

Numbler hides the measuring stick at a shoe shop so that a customer's foot cannot be measured. Barky realizes that the measurement can be made by counting how many 1-centimeter items are needed.

Journey through the snowy landscapes of northern Fukui Prefecture in central Japan on the Echizen Railway. Practice zazen meditation at Eiheiji, sip locally brewed sake, and dine on Echizen crab.

Japanese paper, known as washi, is attractively textured and extremely durable. In a 5-minute digest, we explore its role in modern society and examine how it represents Japanese aesthetics.

Shugendo, a unique spiritual tradition, dates back 1,300 years. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show its practitioners and Kumano's sacred forests, long associated with death and rebirth.

Explore how Japan uses artificial satellites and surface observation to quickly assess flood and earthquake damage, supporting disaster preparedness.

Tsukamoto Yoshiharu (Architect) visits Nara. Long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.

This castle, 200km north of Tokyo, was a battleground in Japan's last civil war in the mid-19th C. Modern warfare did not bring it down. We look at the secrets to the its strengths and its lords.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to theater. Explore the unique culture behind them.

In Saidaiji Eyo, thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

Inside Japan's largest pediatric ICU, critically ill children fight for survival while families face life-or-death decisions. This is a six-month record of hope, struggle, and ethical dilemmas.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-17.

For hundreds of years, Japanese people have used name stamps, known as hanko, to sign their name. In a 5-minute digest, we discover their history and explore what a hanko-free future might look like.

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Charleston, a historic East Coast port city founded in 1670, charms visitors with cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and rich history. It's loved by both international and US travelers.

A desire to stop people from talking annoyingly led to thought-provoking inventions. Their creator, Kurihara Kazutaka, values the surprising perspectives generated by the debates they prompt.

Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.

The second in a special two-part EJW series. On Easy Japanese for Work, we've looked at many Japanese phrases that people use at work. Today, we review past phrases and learn keego through fun games.

"They're not trash cans, but resource bins," says Murakami Yuki, transforming garbage and scrap into useful materials. This sort of alchemy has earned praise and serious interest from industry.

Inside Japan's largest pediatric ICU, critically ill children fight for survival while families face life-or-death decisions. This is a six-month record of hope, struggle, and ethical dilemmas.

Charleston, a historic East Coast port city founded in 1670, charms visitors with cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and rich history. It's loved by both international and US travelers.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-17.

For hundreds of years, Japanese people have used name stamps, known as hanko, to sign their name. In a 5-minute digest, we discover their history and explore what a hanko-free future might look like.

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

A desire to stop people from talking annoyingly led to thought-provoking inventions. Their creator, Kurihara Kazutaka, values the surprising perspectives generated by the debates they prompt.

Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.

The second in a special two-part EJW series. On Easy Japanese for Work, we've looked at many Japanese phrases that people use at work. Today, we review past phrases and learn keego through fun games.

"They're not trash cans, but resource bins," says Murakami Yuki, transforming garbage and scrap into useful materials. This sort of alchemy has earned praise and serious interest from industry.

Inside Japan's largest pediatric ICU, critically ill children fight for survival while families face life-or-death decisions. This is a six-month record of hope, struggle, and ethical dilemmas.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-17.

For hundreds of years, Japanese people have used name stamps, known as hanko, to sign their name. In a 5-minute digest, we discover their history and explore what a hanko-free future might look like.

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

Charleston, a historic East Coast port city founded in 1670, charms visitors with cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and rich history. It's loved by both international and US travelers.

A desire to stop people from talking annoyingly led to thought-provoking inventions. Their creator, Kurihara Kazutaka, values the surprising perspectives generated by the debates they prompt.

Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.

The second in a special two-part EJW series. On Easy Japanese for Work, we've looked at many Japanese phrases that people use at work. Today, we review past phrases and learn keego through fun games.

"They're not trash cans, but resource bins," says Murakami Yuki, transforming garbage and scrap into useful materials. This sort of alchemy has earned praise and serious interest from industry.

Inside Japan's largest pediatric ICU, critically ill children fight for survival while families face life-or-death decisions. This is a six-month record of hope, struggle, and ethical dilemmas.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: singer-songwriter Kitamura Fuki, whose work ranges from piano-and-vocals to DJ sets; and 12-member Dreamers Union Choir, who bring powerful vocal harmonies.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-17.

For hundreds of years, Japanese people have used name stamps, known as hanko, to sign their name. In a 5-minute digest, we discover their history and explore what a hanko-free future might look like.

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers. Another cat takes a nap at an archery range! We meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

A desire to stop people from talking annoyingly led to thought-provoking inventions. Their creator, Kurihara Kazutaka, values the surprising perspectives generated by the debates they prompt.

Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.

The second in a special two-part EJW series. On Easy Japanese for Work, we've looked at many Japanese phrases that people use at work. Today, we review past phrases and learn keego through fun games.

"They're not trash cans, but resource bins," says Murakami Yuki, transforming garbage and scrap into useful materials. This sort of alchemy has earned praise and serious interest from industry.

Charleston, a historic East Coast port city founded in 1670, charms visitors with cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and rich history. It's loved by both international and US travelers.