NHK World - Japan HD Thursday

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 emperor's move to Tokyo in 1869 led Kyoto's economy and population into decline - a canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power, and boosts tourism.

What if this was the final lesson you would ever teach? Atomic bomb survivor and former teacher Kajiya Fumiaki prepares one last lesson for the children of an Osaka elementary school.

NHK Hiroshima's theme song by PORNOGRAFFITTI, marking 80 years since the city was atomic bombed - full of wishes and prayers for peace, it depicts a streetcar that ran three days after the bombing.

One of the world's top three production centres for eyeglasses is Sabae in Fukui Prefecture - from the earliest examples to cutting-edge technology, we trace the history of Japanese glasses.

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

Japanese garlic is big with sweetness and umami - we explore what makes it special in Aomori, take a closer look at black garlic, and sample all kinds of dishes that show off garlic's potential.

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

The emperor's move to Tokyo in 1869 led Kyoto's economy and population into decline - a canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power, and boosts tourism.

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

Fukushima-based poet Wago Ryoichi, who experienced the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, has received international acclaim for his collection about his disaster-stricken hometown - he talks about his poetry.

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

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season

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

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

What if this was the final lesson you would ever teach? Atomic bomb survivor and former teacher Kajiya Fumiaki prepares one last lesson for the children of an Osaka elementary school.

NHK Hiroshima's theme song by PORNOGRAFFITTI, marking 80 years since the city was atomic bombed - full of wishes and prayers for peace, it depicts a streetcar that ran three days after the bombing.

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

One of the world's top three production centres for eyeglasses is Sabae in Fukui Prefecture - from the earliest examples to cutting-edge technology, we trace the history of Japanese glasses.

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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 emperor's move to Tokyo in 1869 led Kyoto's economy and population into decline - a canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power, and boosts tourism.

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

What if this was the final lesson you would ever teach? Atomic bomb survivor and former teacher Kajiya Fumiaki prepares one last lesson for the children of an Osaka elementary school.

NHK Hiroshima's theme song by PORNOGRAFFITTI, marking 80 years since the city was atomic bombed - full of wishes and prayers for peace, it depicts a streetcar that ran three days after the bombing.

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

Fukushima-based poet Wago Ryoichi, who experienced the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, has received international acclaim for his collection about his disaster-stricken hometown - he talks about his poetry.

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

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season

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

Kiriake Chieko helped cremate schoolmates after the atomic bombing in Hiroshima - at 95, as the oldest surviving witness, she continues to give her testimony urging people to hold on dearly to peace.

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

One of the world's top three production centres for eyeglasses is Sabae in Fukui Prefecture - from the earliest examples to cutting-edge technology, we trace the history of Japanese glasses.

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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 emperor's move to Tokyo in 1869 led Kyoto's economy and population into decline - a canal was dug as a last resort to revive the city. It still supplies water, generates power, and boosts tourism.

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

What if this was the final lesson you would ever teach? Atomic bomb survivor and former teacher Kajiya Fumiaki prepares one last lesson for the children of an Osaka elementary school.

NHK Hiroshima's theme song by PORNOGRAFFITTI, marking 80 years since the city was atomic bombed - full of wishes and prayers for peace, it depicts a streetcar that ran three days after the bombing.

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

Many Mongolian children dream of changing their family's lives by becoming a pro sumo wrestler in Japan - we meet the members of a school sumo club as they prepare for a national tournament.

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

Keiho Junior High School in Nagasaki lost 400 lives to an atomic bomb - three old core members of the alumni association explore the future of the memorial service held annually for the past 50 years.

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 wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

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

Many Mongolian children dream of changing their family's lives by becoming a pro sumo wrestler in Japan - we meet the members of a school sumo club as they prepare for a national tournament.