NHK World - Japan Sunday

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 young man from Vietnam is using his own struggles finding an apartment in Japan to help other foreigners get settled - if you're new to Japan and face similar challenges, tell us.

Nakahara Sachiko translates the looks of popular Japanese anime and manga characters into costumes for live-action adaptations - she talks about making an impact on the global stage.

We meet Frenchman Ludovic Touitou, who is preparing for a traditional ocean fishing boat race in Kaizoku.

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 Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea - we explore their history and legacy with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke.

Over 15,000 pets lost their lives in the 2011 quake - discover how smart collars and instant shelter units are changing pet safety during emergencies.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to horses. 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

Is there a meal you'll never forget? People with international roots living in Japan take you on a tasty exploration of the dishes that brought timely emotional support in their lives.

August 2025 marks 80 years since WWII ended; NHK is running a special feature on Hiroshima and Nagasaki with programmes about war and peace and the website The Pursuit of Peace: Searching for Answers.

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

Kir's life reads like a novel: low-ranking male macaque shunned by the ladies and bullied by those around him gets a new chance in a neighbouring troop. Does a reversal of fortune lie on the horizon?

Iwate Prefecture is home to many historic sites which were made to represent Buddhist paradise - catch a glimpse of eternity through time-lapse photography.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 15 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

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 Frenchman Ludovic Touitou, who is preparing for a traditional ocean fishing boat race in Kaizoku.