NHK World - Japan HD Monday

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

We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.

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

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

A popular cafe in Osaka offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis - this helps the foreign residents who prepare them, called 'one-day chefs', to get involved in Japanese society.

NHK World-Japan will offer catch-up viewing of all international programmes, including news and live sport, from the 1st of October, 2025 - we introduce these convenient new services.

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

Miyahara Osamu publishes a small newspaper in Kuma, a village in western Japan hit by heavy rain in 2020; we follow him as he encourages disaster-hit villagers in their efforts to rebuild their lives.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

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

Featuring a local soy sauce brewery that has developed a novel product that is helping it gain new customers.

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

We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.

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

Yamazaki Mari was honoured with the Order of the Star of Italy for her contributions to the growth of Italian culture - she talks about creating manga comics that transcend time, space, and borders.

Nakayama Kokoro, who has been studying nuclear issues since junior high school in Nagasaki, uses Minecraft with kids to preserve the memory of the atomic bombings and promote a nuclear-free world.

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, two naginata (polearms) associated with legendary warriors: Benkei and Tomoe Gozen.

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.

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

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

A popular cafe in Osaka offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis - this helps the foreign residents who prepare them, called 'one-day chefs', to get involved in Japanese society.

NHK World-Japan will offer catch-up viewing of all international programmes, including news and live sport, from the 1st of October, 2025 - we introduce these convenient new services.

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

Japanese researchers are uncovering more and more of matcha's benefits, from improving sleep and cognitive function to easing depression and even boosting muscle mass.

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

We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.

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

Miyahara Osamu publishes a small newspaper in Kuma, a village in western Japan hit by heavy rain in 2020; we follow him as he encourages disaster-hit villagers in their efforts to rebuild their lives.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

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 sumo. Explore the unique culture behind them.

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

A popular cafe in Osaka offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis - this helps the foreign residents who prepare them, called 'one-day chefs', to get involved in Japanese society.

NHK World-Japan will offer catch-up viewing of all international programmes, including news and live sport, from the 1st of October, 2025 - we introduce these convenient new services.

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

Yamazaki Mari was honoured with the Order of the Star of Italy for her contributions to the growth of Italian culture - she talks about creating manga comics that transcend time, space, and borders.

Nakayama Kokoro, who has been studying nuclear issues since junior high school in Nagasaki, uses Minecraft with kids to preserve the memory of the atomic bombings and promote a nuclear-free world.

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, two naginata (polearms) associated with legendary warriors: Benkei and Tomoe Gozen.

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

Japan has more types of seaweed growing in its waters than any other country in the world, but it's only sixth in production; we look at efforts around the country to tap into this underused resource.

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

Japanese researchers are uncovering more and more of matcha's benefits, from improving sleep and cognitive function to easing depression and even boosting muscle mass.

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

We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.

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 sumo. Explore the unique culture behind them.

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

A popular cafe in Osaka offers international dishes on a day-by-day rotating basis - this helps the foreign residents who prepare them, called 'one-day chefs', to get involved in Japanese society.

NHK World-Japan will offer catch-up viewing of all international programmes, including news and live sport, from the 1st of October, 2025 - we introduce these convenient new services.

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

Miyahara Osamu publishes a small newspaper in Kuma, a village in western Japan hit by heavy rain in 2020; we follow him as he encourages disaster-hit villagers in their efforts to rebuild their lives.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

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

Aliza Ahmed Khan gets a taste of the distinctive confectionery culture that flourished along Kyushu's 17th-century Sugar Road which connected Nagasaki's port to Kokura in Fukuoka.

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

Salmon can be enjoyed raw for sushi, grilled or stewed - Chef Rika introduces a colourful and nutritious salmon and rice plate beautifully paired with a light and refreshing ginger and celery soup.

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 huge 'danchi' housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households - built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days we ask residents about what life is like there.

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 researchers are uncovering more and more of matcha's benefits, from improving sleep and cognitive function to easing depression and even boosting muscle mass.

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

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Japan's national sport, sumo has fans worldwide - we dig a little deeper into the sumo spirit!

Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals; Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine

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

Aliza Ahmed Khan gets a taste of the distinctive confectionery culture that flourished along Kyushu's 17th-century Sugar Road which connected Nagasaki's port to Kokura in Fukuoka.