NHK World - Japan 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

We hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

A team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy and a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition in 2024 - he talks about what fireworks mean to him.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, frozen food vending machines.

'Joy through travel' is the mantra of Dr Ito Reiya, who helps critical and chronic patients to plan trips - he accompanies them to the sea, familiar places, or to see family to bring them happiness.

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 dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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

Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences

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

We hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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

Takada Satoshi has won top prizes in two different international gelato competitions - he reflects on his journey so far and talks about the gelatos that wowed the judges in Italy.

Nori tsukudani is a popular topping in rice-loving Japan - made with local nori from Tokyo Bay, it's a taste and tradition preserved for over 100 years.

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.

A team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy and a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition in 2024 - he talks about what fireworks mean to him.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, frozen food vending machines.

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

'Joy through travel' is the mantra of Dr Ito Reiya, who helps critical and chronic patients to plan trips - he accompanies them to the sea, familiar places, or to see family to bring them happiness.

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

Pungent and aromatic, rakkyo is grown in Tottori, a major production area famous for sand dunes - see how farmers battle with a harsh environment to eventually produce a quality and versatile veggie.

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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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 dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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 team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy and a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition in 2024 - he talks about what fireworks mean to him.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, frozen food vending machines.

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

Takada Satoshi has won top prizes in two different international gelato competitions - he reflects on his journey so far and talks about the gelatos that wowed the judges in Italy.

Nori tsukudani is a popular topping in rice-loving Japan - made with local nori from Tokyo Bay, it's a taste and tradition preserved for over 100 years.

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

This episode focuses on matchmaking services that employ out-of-the-ordinary methods to help people find a partner.

'Joy through travel' is the mantra of Dr Ito Reiya, who helps critical and chronic patients to plan trips - he accompanies them to the sea, familiar places, or to see family to bring them happiness.

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

Pungent and aromatic, rakkyo is grown in Tottori, a major production area famous for sand dunes - see how farmers battle with a harsh environment to eventually produce a quality and versatile veggie.

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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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 team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy and a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition in 2024 - he talks about what fireworks mean to him.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, frozen food vending machines.

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 dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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

Matsunoo Taisha is the guardian Shinto shrine to Kyoto's west - in April and May, the deities are carried through the community in prayer for local prosperity to uphold a 1000-year-old tradition.

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

Lekh Raj Juneja from India leads Japan's largest manufacturer of rice snacks - in a Japanophiles interview, Lekh talks about the international potential of Japan's rice-processing craftsmanship.

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

Pungent and aromatic, rakkyo is grown in Tottori, a major production area famous for sand dunes - see how farmers battle with a harsh environment to eventually produce a quality and versatile veggie.

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 a six-generation mikan tangerine farming family in Shizuoka with four generations still active - the family and friends work together during harvest before enjoying a delicious outdoor lunch.

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

Matsunoo Taisha is the guardian Shinto shrine to Kyoto's west - in April and May, the deities are carried through the community in prayer for local prosperity to uphold a 1000-year-old tradition.