NHK World HD Wednesday

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

Today: The Cinema Capital, the professionals behind the samurai filming industry. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this programme.

Heavy traffic in Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia hinders the delivery of blood for transfusions - Kawanoue Kazufumi hopes to overcome this challenge using drones and build a new aerial infrastructure.

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

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.

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period - experience these performances up close.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences

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

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

Yasufumi Nakamori - a director of New York's Asia Society Museum - talks about expanding the reach of Asian art while recognising the colonial roots of Western museums and the importance of diversity.

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

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

Today: The Cinema Capital, the professionals behind the samurai filming industry. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this programme.

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

Heavy traffic in Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia hinders the delivery of blood for transfusions - Kawanoue Kazufumi hopes to overcome this challenge using drones and build a new aerial infrastructure.

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

Kabocha (squash) - over 160 types are grown in Japan, many of them native. We visit passionate kabocha farmers across the country, including those utilising grape trellises and long ripening methods.

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

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

Yasufumi Nakamori - a director of New York's Asia Society Museum - talks about expanding the reach of Asian art while recognising the colonial roots of Western museums and the importance of diversity.

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period - experience these performances up close.

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

Today: The Cinema Capital, the professionals behind the samurai filming industry. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this programme.

This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

Heavy traffic in Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia hinders the delivery of blood for transfusions - Kawanoue Kazufumi hopes to overcome this challenge using drones and build a new aerial infrastructure.

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

Kabocha (squash) - over 160 types are grown in Japan, many of them native. We visit passionate kabocha farmers across the country, including those utilising grape trellises and long ripening methods.

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

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

Today: The Cinema Capital, the professionals behind the samurai filming industry. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this programme.

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

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

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

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.

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period - experience these performances up close.

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

Straw is important in rituals at Shinto shrines dedicated to the deity of rice - twisted straw ropes welcome the new year deity, and an artisan makes straw craftwork that binds urban and rural life.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

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

It's a 20th anniversary special! Presenters and viewers join Peter Barakan to look back at some highlights. Part two features fans from around the world discussing great moments from the show's past.

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

Kabocha (squash) - over 160 types are grown in Japan, many of them native. We visit passionate kabocha farmers across the country, including those utilising grape trellises and long ripening methods.

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

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about people's lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers' daily meals.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Straw is important in rituals at Shinto shrines dedicated to the deity of rice - twisted straw ropes welcome the new year deity, and an artisan makes straw craftwork that binds urban and rural life.