NHK WORLD-JAPAN

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

Disaster training is advancing with digital technology. See how AR/VR technology is helping participants gain realistic experience about the movement of smoke in fires and the risks of a ts…

Wind power helps fight climate change, but birds face growing risks as turbines spread across land and sea - this episode explores impacts and mitigation measures to protect birds and the c…

The world's thinnest washi [traditional paper] is just 0.03 mm thick but tough, and is used to restore cultural artifacts. See Tosa's natural landscape and washi artisans at work, in time-l…

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

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

"36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put 'wa' after the name of something, then 'nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.'.

In response to a serious labor shortage, Japan's taxi industry is hiring more and more foreign drivers. The program introduces the efforts by both the government and taxi companies to facil…

At the University of Tokyo's Study Abroad Fair, NHK WORLD-JAPAN showed students how its content can be used to learn practical English, and introduced an educational program in Japanese sch…

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

In 1985, a passenger jet crashed into Osutaka Ridge and killed 520 people - Kurosawa Kanichi looks after the area, preserving memorials and guiding bereaved family members up the mountain.

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

David Conklin explores Nagoya's food culture, known for its rich flavor profile. He savors grilled eel, noodles, shrimp sandwiches and more. He finds surprises in coffee shops and a miso br…

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

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with …

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

This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Hydrogen gas inhalation is proving to be a potential game-changer in emergency medicine. It improves survival rates and reduces severe aftereffects that can occur after the heart restarts.

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

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…

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 cultu…

Featured recipe: Sukiyaki-style Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry over Rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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

David Conklin explores Nagoya's food culture, known for its rich flavor profile. He savors grilled eel, noodles, shrimp sandwiches and more. He finds surprises in coffee shops and a miso br…

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

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with …

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

This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

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…

Disaster training is advancing with digital technology. See how AR/VR technology is helping participants gain realistic experience about the movement of smoke in fires and the risks of a ts…

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

Hydrogen gas inhalation is proving to be a potential game-changer in emergency medicine. It improves survival rates and reduces severe aftereffects that can occur after the heart restarts.

An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.

A natural history show that's a huge hit with families in Japan has gone global! This series explores the amazing and delightful stories of animals from all around the world, including Japa…

With over 120 islands, the Amakusa region is home to one of the places where a unique form of Christianity developed - see Amakusa's historic sights and natural beauty through time-lapse ph…

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

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

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

"36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put 'wa' after the name of something, then 'nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.'.

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

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with …

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

This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

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

David Conklin explores Nagoya's food culture, known for its rich flavor profile. He savors grilled eel, noodles, shrimp sandwiches and more. He finds surprises in coffee shops and a miso br…

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

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…

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 cultu…

Featured recipe: Sukiyaki-style Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry over Rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with …

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

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

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet i…

Daisen-Oki National Park comprises islands and a mainland area with a coast and mountain range. Home to shrines and sacred mountains, it's been the setting of Japanese myths. Join us on a c…

Calligraphy Day: We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing - the young students are dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraph…

A region in Japan is spotlighted for its unique method to help 'hikikomori,' individuals withdrawn from society, by having them work in farming, creating a network of support.

This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

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

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.