NHK World Today

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Mario traces the life of his grandfather, one of the Japanese 'holdouts' that stayed in Indonesia after the Second World War - what did he do during that time, and why did he decide to stay?

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Film, pop music, local fads - subculture stands at the fringes where dreams meet reality. Welcome to a documentary series that traces the shifting mood of society and pop culture...

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

The stories behind hit Japanese products and top creations for niche markets - this time, rhythm machines and food packaging.

Japan's snow is a big draw for tourists, but snow and ice can also pose dangers to drivers - we look at some Japanese technology being developed to prevent whiteouts and accidents.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time 'Nendore Nandore Mr. Clay!'...

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Seki Tomoharu once turned his back on farming - now he grows legendary rice that wins international awards and pursues his own green farming amid rice shortages and global warming.

Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals; Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Research has detected microplastics in human bodies and shown that they can harm our health - we look at the factors behind the problem and consider what the world can do to rein in plastic pollution.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

The fox (kitsune) also holds an identity as a supernatural creature commonly depicted at shrines - it is known for its ability to masquerade as humans to deceive them or to provide divine messages.

Kyle Card hikes along a 1000km trail following the Pacific Coast in northern Japan - he discovers local lifestyles, stunning nature, traces of the area's 2011 disaster and resilient people.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Mario traces the life of his grandfather, one of the Japanese 'holdouts' that stayed in Indonesia after the Second World War - what did he do during that time, and why did he decide to stay?

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Film, pop music, local fads - subculture stands at the fringes where dreams meet reality. Welcome to a documentary series that traces the shifting mood of society and pop culture...

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Traditional oki sumo has been practised on an island in the Japan Sea for over 200 years - an all-night competition was held in 2024 after a 12-year hiatus. We follow a summer of sumo excitement.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.

Winter rafting is coming into the limelight in Hokkaido - with descending rapids at subfreezing temperatures, cold splashes and bitterly cold winds, riders can taste thrills to the extreme!

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

The fox (kitsune) also holds an identity as a supernatural creature commonly depicted at shrines - it is known for its ability to masquerade as humans to deceive them or to provide divine messages.

Kyle Card hikes along a 1000km trail following the Pacific Coast in northern Japan - he discovers local lifestyles, stunning nature, traces of the area's 2011 disaster and resilient people.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Seki Tomoharu once turned his back on farming - now he grows legendary rice that wins international awards and pursues his own green farming amid rice shortages and global warming.

Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals; Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Mario traces the life of his grandfather, one of the Japanese 'holdouts' that stayed in Indonesia after the Second World War - what did he do during that time, and why did he decide to stay?

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Film, pop music, local fads - subculture stands at the fringes where dreams meet reality. Welcome to a documentary series that traces the shifting mood of society and pop culture...

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Seki Tomoharu once turned his back on farming - now he grows legendary rice that wins international awards and pursues his own green farming amid rice shortages and global warming.

Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals; Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Come ride with us! Bicycle through the scenery of Japan, stay with locals, and discover hidden traditions in a Japan that you didn't know existed.

Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Traditional oki sumo has been practised on an island in the Japan Sea for over 200 years - an all-night competition was held in 2024 after a 12-year hiatus. We follow a summer of sumo excitement.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.

Winter rafting is coming into the limelight in Hokkaido - with descending rapids at subfreezing temperatures, cold splashes and bitterly cold winds, riders can taste thrills to the extreme!

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

The fox (kitsune) also holds an identity as a supernatural creature commonly depicted at shrines - it is known for its ability to masquerade as humans to deceive them or to provide divine messages.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Ice crystals in a wintry river come together to form a road of white - we show you spectacular never-before-seen footage of nature and ice, but is global warming changing this natural wonder?

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Discover what kabuki tells us about Japanese attitudes to swords, which feature in many legends and transcend the realm of weapons - they say a spirit dwells within each awe-inspiring Japanese sword.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

QUBIT, carrying on the spirit of Yellow Magic Orchestra, join us as they bring their signature electronic sound to NHK's Shibuya office.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-7.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at tiny houses and how they make clever use of small spaces.

Kitties thrive at a town - enjoy cruising on a boat with a vice-captain kitty and join a sake shop kitty who loves to go on walks! Wooden cat sculptures are also spread across town - can you see them?

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Explore the hit manga BEASTARS - hear creator Itagaki Paru share the manga's origin story and her approach to creativity, then get a behind-the-scenes look at the latest anime series!

Children want to know whether a large desk can pass through the doorway of the classroom. Numbler makes the desk immovable, but Barky shows them how to compare lengths and widths by using a ribbon.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Melaka, a key port city in Malaysia, has flourished as a maritime trade centre since the 15th century - people from various countries crossed the ocean and arrived here during the Age of Discovery.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Traditional oki sumo has been practised on an island in the Japan Sea for over 200 years - an all-night competition was held in 2024 after a 12-year hiatus. We follow a summer of sumo excitement.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.

Winter rafting is coming into the limelight in Hokkaido - with descending rapids at subfreezing temperatures, cold splashes and bitterly cold winds, riders can taste thrills to the extreme!