NHK World - Japan HD Friday

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 series of documentaries that feature in-depth examinations of political, economic, and social challenges facing Japan and 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

Crested ibises were released in the northern part of Sado Island in the Sea of Japan for the first time in 2024 - this programme features Kiyo and Akira, the driving force behind this initiative.

Experience the colours of Amami Oshima in beautiful time-lapse footage - unique hues include 'Amami blue' ocean waters and a glossy black of silk thread that's painstakingly dyed using wood and mud.

Sachiko has been making umeboshi (pickled plums) for over 50 years - discover the reason behind her goal of making umeboshi that last more than a century!

A billion cats are on the loose!? An online post throws a father into a panic - how should we interact with online information when fake images are on the rise especially during 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

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.

Featured recipe: Homemade Udon Noodles with Poached Eggs. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking in five minutes with Chef Rika!

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

Today's theme: Reviving Lost Traditions. Many traditional arts have been lost to time - we meet creators who have reevaluated their value and are passionate about reviving these lost traditions.

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

Sawajima Yuichi investigates matchmaking in the Edo period - matchmaker Oume is known for her skill in finding successful matches. Discover what it was like finding a partner in old Tokyo.

An expert cycling duo cuts across the Shiretoko Peninsula, a World Natural Heritage site located in eastern Hokkaido - they excitedly introduce local wildlife and magnificent summer views en route.

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite - paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.

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. Disasters resulting from torrential rain are occurring almost every year, and the main reason for the increasing severity of the damage is river flooding.

Shiga / Nagayama Yuko (Architect): A group of stonemasons have been building walls using natural stone for 400 years - Nagayama learns how a stone's qualities are assessed and utilised.