NHK World - Japan 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

The iconic Tokyo Tower was built in the centre of the city over 60 years ago - join us as we learn how the landmark came to be and take in the sights of the historic Shiba neighbourhood around it.

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series Shogun - he talks about his techniques for achieving realistic and thrilling action.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

Oba Carlos is a social entrepreneur leveraging local Wi-Fi networks to close the gap in access to information and opportunity between urban and rural populations in the African nation of Benin.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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

Artificial photosynthesis is a technology mimicking plant photosynthesis to make clean energy - find out incredible new methods for hydrogen production and homes powered by artificial photosynthesis.

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

The iconic Tokyo Tower was built in the centre of the city over 60 years ago - join us as we learn how the landmark came to be and take in the sights of the historic Shiba neighbourhood around it.

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

Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of 'living in the here and now.'

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.

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

In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron and a jester tries to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.

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

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series Shogun - he talks about his techniques for achieving realistic and thrilling action.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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

Oba Carlos is a social entrepreneur leveraging local Wi-Fi networks to close the gap in access to information and opportunity between urban and rural populations in the African nation of Benin.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 iconic Tokyo Tower was built in the centre of the city over 60 years ago - join us as we learn how the landmark came to be and take in the sights of the historic Shiba neighbourhood around it.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series Shogun - he talks about his techniques for achieving realistic and thrilling action.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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

Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of 'living in the here and now.'

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.

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

In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron and a jester tries to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.

Artificial photosynthesis is a technology mimicking plant photosynthesis to make clean energy - find out incredible new methods for hydrogen production and homes powered by artificial photosynthesis.

Oba Carlos is a social entrepreneur leveraging local Wi-Fi networks to close the gap in access to information and opportunity between urban and rural populations in the African nation of Benin.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 iconic Tokyo Tower was built in the centre of the city over 60 years ago - join us as we learn how the landmark came to be and take in the sights of the historic Shiba neighbourhood around it.

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

World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series Shogun - he talks about his techniques for achieving realistic and thrilling action.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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 desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

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

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

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

Japanese raccoon dogs (tanuki) are globally rare but have increasingly been seen in Japan's cities since the COVID-19 pandemic - we investigate their long history in tradition and folklore.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 episode features a collection of onigiri rice balls that fuel artisans across Japan - from roof tile artisans to gardeners and ink makers to metalworkers, what kind of onigiri keeps them going?

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 desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.