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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.

An artisan in a mountain village repairs beloved objects using kintsugi - a method involving gold and lacquer - for clients all over Japan, but this technique can also help to rebuild emotional bonds.

#10 How much is this hairdryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say 'kono', meaning 'this', followed by the item's name and 'wa ikura desu ka?'.

Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats - some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.

Join a couple on a trek through the Tokachi Mountain Range in early summer - see glistening snow and colourful alpine plants, and get a sense of Earth's awe and wonder while trekking up a volcano!

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.

Many people with dementia in Japan leave their homes, wander off, and are never seen again. - now communities are developing measures to locate the missing and reunite them with their loved ones.

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.

Chiyonofuji: the late yokozuna Chiyonofuji beat shoulder injuries and achieved success due to rigorous training - we look back on his technique, dedication to family and strength through adversity.

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 live broadcast from the latest Grand Sumo tournament.

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.

An artisan in a mountain village repairs beloved objects using kintsugi - a method involving gold and lacquer - for clients all over Japan, but this technique can also help to rebuild emotional bonds.

#10 How much is this hairdryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say 'kono', meaning 'this', followed by the item's name and 'wa ikura desu ka?'.

Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats - some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.

Join a couple on a trek through the Tokachi Mountain Range in early summer - see glistening snow and colourful alpine plants, and get a sense of Earth's awe and wonder while trekking up a volcano!

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 time we feature the legendary Amano Yoshitaka, a designer of many iconic anime characters from the 1970s - the artist is also famous for his work with the hit video game series 'Final Fantasy'.

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.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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.

The Kinmen Islands just offshore of the Chinese mainland are known for strong winds - we visit their rich culture that has been influenced by the mainland while being nurtured by the winds.

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.

Many people with dementia in Japan leave their homes, wander off, and are never seen again. - now communities are developing measures to locate the missing and reunite them with their loved ones.

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.

Chiyonofuji: the late yokozuna Chiyonofuji beat shoulder injuries and achieved success due to rigorous training - we look back on his technique, dedication to family and strength through adversity.

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 time we feature the legendary Amano Yoshitaka, a designer of many iconic anime characters from the 1970s - the artist is also famous for his work with the hit video game series 'Final Fantasy'.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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.

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

Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late, accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical and effective workplace expressions, understand business culture, and improve your kanji.

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.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring higher ranked wrestlers' best bouts.

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.

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: automatic ticket gates and tool setters.

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.

Many people with dementia in Japan leave their homes, wander off, and are never seen again. - now communities are developing measures to locate the missing and reunite them with their loved ones.

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.

Chiyonofuji: the late yokozuna Chiyonofuji beat shoulder injuries and achieved success due to rigorous training - we look back on his technique, dedication to family and strength through adversity.

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.

Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late, accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical and effective workplace expressions, understand business culture, and improve your kanji.

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, and we meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

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.

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.

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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.

Japanese fermented foods have a long history, but sake and miso producers face problems as eating habits change - now a 'fermentation designer' aims to bring Japan's fermented culture to the world.

This time we introduce 'Special series of Iwate in June.' We show various aspects of Iwate prefecture through 'The Golden Hall of Chusonji Temple,' 'Japan Railway Journal,' and other programs.

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 Great Race: It's edge-of-your-seat excitement as a high-speed transport boat departs for Edo with a rich cargo - find out what's on the line for the stalwart crew as we break down their strategy.

The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea - we explore their history and legacy with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Nii Oshima Island.

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.

A sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.

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.

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.

James Lambiassi discovers Yamagata's long tradition of wooden architecture, and contemporary uses for timber.

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.

Morita Hirokazu heads an NPO which collects used children's wheelchairs and sends them to physically disabled children overseas - he explains the system, its 20-year history, and what drives him.

Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Seafood Curry, (2) Spinach and Burdock Curry. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!

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.

In the mountains of Fukushima, there's an ice cream shop that people go to even during winter. This shop has been with the locals for 3 decades. We spent 3 days listening to the stories of visitors.

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.

Japan's first surgical robot was recently approved for use on stomach and other cancers. Through interviews with the developers, we examine how it is changing the future of surgery.

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.

A sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.

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.

Morita Hirokazu heads an NPO which collects used children's wheelchairs and sends them to physically disabled children overseas - he explains the system, its 20-year history, and what drives him.

James Lambiassi discovers Yamagata's long tradition of wooden architecture, and contemporary uses for timber.

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Seafood Curry, (2) Spinach and Burdock Curry. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

In the mountains of Fukushima, there's an ice cream shop that people go to even during winter. This shop has been with the locals for 3 decades. We spent 3 days listening to the stories of visitors.

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.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

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.

A sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.

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.

In June 2023, a film directed by Taguchi Tomohisa won the Paul Grimault Award at Annecy, the prestigious international animation festival - he explains the creative process behind animated film.

Japan's first surgical robot was recently approved for use on stomach and other cancers. Through interviews with the developers, we examine how it is changing the future of surgery.

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.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

James Lambiassi discovers Yamagata's long tradition of wooden architecture, and contemporary uses for timber.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

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.

Morita Hirokazu heads an NPO which collects used children's wheelchairs and sends them to physically disabled children overseas - he explains the system, its 20-year history, and what drives him.

Edo Aquatics: Pleasure seekers take in an aquatics show on a river - seemingly a display of ragtag theatricality, the performers here are actually practising a centuries-old form of swimming.

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Seafood Curry, (2) Spinach and Burdock Curry. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!

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.

In the mountains of Fukushima, there's an ice cream shop that people go to even during winter. This shop has been with the locals for 3 decades. We spent 3 days listening to the stories of visitors.

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.

At Kyoto University's CiRA, Kenji OSAFUNE is using iPS cells to find drug for hereditary kidney disease and has also created cells for kidney transplants. Take an in depth look at his challenges.

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.

James Lambiassi discovers Yamagata's long tradition of wooden architecture, and contemporary uses for timber.

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.

Morita Hirokazu heads an NPO which collects used children's wheelchairs and sends them to physically disabled children overseas - he explains the system, its 20-year history, and what drives him.

A sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 16, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.

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.

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.

Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Seafood Curry, (2) Spinach and Burdock Curry. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

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.

In June 2023, a film directed by Taguchi Tomohisa won the Paul Grimault Award at Annecy, the prestigious international animation festival - he explains the creative process behind animated film.

Edo Aquatics: Pleasure seekers take in an aquatics show on a river - seemingly a display of ragtag theatricality, the performers here are actually practising a centuries-old form of swimming.

This episode features businesses that are providing education and assistance to Japanese farmers to ensure that Japan's agriculture industry is left in capable hands.

In the mountains of Fukushima, there's an ice cream shop that people go to even during winter. This shop has been with the locals for 3 decades. We spent 3 days listening to the stories of visitors.

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.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

At Kyoto University's CiRA, Kenji OSAFUNE is using iPS cells to find drug for hereditary kidney disease and has also created cells for kidney transplants. Take an in depth look at his challenges.

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.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests.

James Lambiassi discovers Yamagata's long tradition of wooden architecture, and contemporary uses for timber.