NHK World - Japan HD Tomorrow

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

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

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

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

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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 focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives.

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

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

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

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

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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 focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives.

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

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

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

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

North Korean agents abducted at least 17 Japanese citizens in the late 1970s - only 5 returned. We interview over 100 former investigators and others to reveal why the case remains unresolved.

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

North Korean agents abducted at least 17 Japanese citizens in the late 1970s - only 5 returned. We interview over 100 former investigators and others to reveal why the case remains unresolved.

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

Stay in the groove and keep up to date with the latest Japanese music of all genres ranging from pop and rock to jazz and classical.

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.

Japan's plastic models are popular worldwide - Shizuoka City leads the nation in plastic model shipments. We look at the city's plastic model industry, from its history to the latest developments.

On this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats!

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 Sanriku Coast was the area hit hardest by the massive earthquake and tsunami of 2011 - its restored communities are rediscovering their local traditions and the unique beauty of this landscape.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

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

A close-up look at cities worldwide as seen by a walking tourist who visits places off the beaten path, meets ordinary people, and enjoys a travel experience that's only possible on foot.

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

Electrified spoons can make food taste salty and aid people on special diets - Miyashita Homei uses this technology to recreate a variety of flavours that might reshape the future of food.

The festival on the 22nd of October pays homage to Kyoto's 1200-year history, with people parading in period costumes - discover the citizens' resilience as they created a new Kyoto.

Kyaw Swar Aung from Myanmar works behind the scenes at Narita Airport - he tackles a role play challenge in which he notices a senior worker's mistake.

Okinawa is home to 'Ryukyu Glass', a local industry for over 100 years. Matsumoto Sakae uses discarded bottles to make things to be loved and never again thrown away, doing his part to reduce waste.