NHK World - Japan HD Wednesday

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

Ueno Park is one of Tokyo's oldest public parks - join us as we take a stroll around the grounds and unravel the story of the city's transition from the samurai era to a modern society.

Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes - he talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

Around 5,200 trees fall each year in Japan and cause accidents that can even be fatal - tree surgeon Goto Mizuho diagnoses and treats them by utilising innovative technology and techniques.

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

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period; experience these performances up close.

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

Explore Japan's advanced technology developed from building tunnels in complex geological conditions, plus innovative ways to keep fruit fresh.

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

Ueno Park is one of Tokyo's oldest public parks - join us as we take a stroll around the grounds and unravel the story of the city's transition from the samurai era to a modern society.

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

Hongo Shinya is an iron forging artist who creates realistic life-size animals by hammering iron countless times into shape - he talks about the message he hopes to convey through his work.

What's a famous Japanese mushroom? Shiitake! Shiitake bring the power of the forest right to your dinner table

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

A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP...

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

Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes - he talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

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

Around 5,200 trees fall each year in Japan and cause accidents that can even be fatal - tree surgeon Goto Mizuho diagnoses and treats them by utilising innovative technology and techniques.

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 mustard (karashi) is a key condiment for pork cutlets, the stewed dish oden, and other everyday meals - we visit a mountain village in Kyoto with karashi farms to see how it's made and used.

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

Ueno Park is one of Tokyo's oldest public parks - join us as we take a stroll around the grounds and unravel the story of the city's transition from the samurai era to a modern society.

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

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period; experience these performances up close.

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

Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes - he talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

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

Hongo Shinya is an iron forging artist who creates realistic life-size animals by hammering iron countless times into shape - he talks about the message he hopes to convey through his work.

What's a famous Japanese mushroom? Shiitake! Shiitake bring the power of the forest right to your dinner table

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

A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP...

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

Around 5,200 trees fall each year in Japan and cause accidents that can even be fatal - tree surgeon Goto Mizuho diagnoses and treats them by utilising innovative technology and techniques.

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 mustard (karashi) is a key condiment for pork cutlets, the stewed dish oden, and other everyday meals - we visit a mountain village in Kyoto with karashi farms to see how it's made and used.

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

Ueno Park is one of Tokyo's oldest public parks - join us as we take a stroll around the grounds and unravel the story of the city's transition from the samurai era to a modern society.

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

Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes - he talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

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

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period; experience these performances up close.

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

Kyoto artisans feel a sense of crisis about the future of their distinctive crafts - to keep traditional skills alive, they are adding chic accessories to their product lines to create new demand.

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

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

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 number of bookstores in Japan is decreasing, but both major chains and independent stores are finding creative ways to attract book lovers - we look at the next chapter for Japan's bookstores.

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 mustard (karashi) is a key condiment for pork cutlets, the stewed dish oden, and other everyday meals - we visit a mountain village in Kyoto with karashi farms to see how it's made and used.

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 culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights.

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

Kyoto artisans feel a sense of crisis about the future of their distinctive crafts - to keep traditional skills alive, they are adding chic accessories to their product lines to create new demand.