NHK World - Japan Saturday

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to shadow or shade. Explore the unique culture behind them

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

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

Today's theme: Line Designs. These are evolving in many fields across Japan, from the traditional art of calligraphy to furniture and architecture - explore a truly diverse world of line designs.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

ROTH BART BARON, the globally acclaimed folk rock band helmed by Mifune Masaya, is based in Tokyo and Berlin and renowned for their distinct sound - the group brings a one-of-a-kind performance here.

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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 episode features new services and cooking equipment designed to help restaurants in Japan overcome a deepening labour shortage.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to shadow or shade. Explore the unique culture behind them

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

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

ROTH BART BARON, the globally acclaimed folk rock band helmed by Mifune Masaya, is based in Tokyo and Berlin and renowned for their distinct sound - the group brings a one-of-a-kind performance here.

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Fifty years after the Cambodian Genocide, survivors - both victims and those involved in the killings - reflect on how and why Cambodians turned against one another and on the deep scars left behind.

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

Yokota Megumi was 13 when North Korea abducted her. This is the story of the Yokota family's struggle for over 40 years to bring her home, as the dark side of North Korean agents comes to light.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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 episode features new services and cooking equipment designed to help restaurants in Japan overcome a deepening labour shortage.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Visit Kinpusen-ji - sacred for mountain ascetics - the Asuka ruins nominated for a UNESCO listing, Ise Grand Shrine and a pearl divers' village on Kintetsu Railway in Nara and Mie Prefectures.

There are about 900 service areas along Japan's expressways - some feature aquariums, amusement parks, or hot spring baths as they continue to evolve and fulfil a growing variety of functions.

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

ROTH BART BARON, the globally acclaimed folk rock band helmed by Mifune Masaya, is based in Tokyo and Berlin and renowned for their distinct sound - the group brings a one-of-a-kind performance here.

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Kaiki is a thin and brightly coloured silk fabric - Fumie discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image.

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

Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, is painted as a foolish ruler in works of fiction... but is this depiction justified? Even he has wisdom to share!

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to shadow or shade. Explore the unique culture behind them

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

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

North Korean agents abducted at least 17 Japanese citizens in the late 1970s - only 5 returned. We interview over 100 former investigators and others to reveal why the case remains unresolved.

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

North Korean agents abducted at least 17 Japanese citizens in the late 1970s - only 5 returned. We interview over 100 former investigators and others to reveal why the case remains unresolved.

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

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time, all-female band SILENT SIREN (to mark their 15th anniversary) and 11-member Hello! Project idol group Juice=Juice are in the studio to chat and perform.

This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-7.

Japan's plastic models are popular worldwide - Shizuoka City leads the nation in plastic model shipments. We look at the city's plastic model industry, from its history to the latest developments.

Photographer Iwago Mitsuaki reunites with cats from his past as he meets temple cat Kurobe for the first time in six years and visits a seaside town to see Ponzu for the first time in twelve 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

The Sanriku Coast was the area hit hardest by the massive earthquake and tsunami of 2011 - its restored communities are rediscovering their local traditions and the unique beauty of this landscape.

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

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

Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula; an important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa.

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

Electrified spoons can make food taste salty and aid people on special diets - Miyashita Homei uses this technology to recreate a variety of flavours that might reshape the future of food.

The festival on the 22nd of October pays homage to Kyoto's 1200-year history, with people parading in period costumes - discover the citizens' resilience as they created a new Kyoto.

Kyaw Swar Aung from Myanmar works behind the scenes at Narita Airport - he tackles a role play challenge in which he notices a senior worker's mistake.

Okinawa is home to 'Ryukyu Glass', a local industry for over 100 years. Matsumoto Sakae uses discarded bottles to make things to be loved and never again thrown away, doing his part to reduce waste.