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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

In the woods of northern Japan stands a unique mailbox for letters from family members to loved ones who died in the 2011 earthquake and tsunami - the box's custodian shares his feelings 12 years on.

This is my friend, Ayaka-san. To introduce someone to someone else, say a word to explain the relationship, followed by 'no', then the person's name and 'desu'

The ancient capital's dignified air is in part generated by earthen walls - discover the aesthetic sensibilities and expertise of a traditional plasterer as he pursues beauty in earthen walls.

A travel show focused on the great nature of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. We visit exquisite locations and present a wealth of great images from NHK's archives.

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

In the shadow of China's high GDP, it is possible that a significant distortion will lead to prolonged economic stagnation - we gather open-source information to understand the state of its economy.

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 us as we go behind the scenes of manga creation with world-famous artist Terada Katsuya as he works on the highly anticipated full-colour entry in his Saiyuki Daienou series.

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 businesses that are introducing new goods and services to help bring back the popularity of high-quality Japanese green tea.

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.

Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at bamboo, a natural material with countless applications.

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam, encounter early-rising cats at a shopping arcade and a tengu statue, and even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

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

In the woods of northern Japan stands a unique mailbox for letters from family members to loved ones who died in the 2011 earthquake and tsunami - the box's custodian shares his feelings 12 years on.

This is my friend, Ayaka-san. To introduce someone to someone else, say a word to explain the relationship, followed by 'no', then the person's name and 'desu'

The ancient capital's dignified air is in part generated by earthen walls - discover the aesthetic sensibilities and expertise of a traditional plasterer as he pursues beauty in earthen walls.

A travel show focused on the great nature of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. We visit exquisite locations and present a wealth of great images from NHK's archives.

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

What keeps a hive of 10,000 Japanese honeybees buzzing with activity? Not the queen - the worker bees are in charge, assuming multiple tasks and risky undertakings in the name of majority rule!

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto 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

Built on three hills and surrounded by a wall, Siena in central Italy is a world-famous beautiful city - its Historic Centre dates to the late 13th century and is registered as a World Heritage Site.

Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms for over 100 years - see the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

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

In the shadow of China's high GDP, it is possible that a significant distortion will lead to prolonged economic stagnation - we gather open-source information to understand the state of its economy.

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 us as we go behind the scenes of manga creation with world-famous artist Terada Katsuya as he works on the highly anticipated full-colour entry in his Saiyuki Daienou series.

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

What keeps a hive of 10,000 Japanese honeybees buzzing with activity? Not the queen - the worker bees are in charge, assuming multiple tasks and risky undertakings in the name of majority rule!

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto 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

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: Kishita Kohshi (a guy with great piano skills and a soulful voice) and BAND JA NAIMON! MAXX NAKAYOSHI (a six-piece idol group with a ninja-themed single).

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives; get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'You Don't Believe It! #1'.

Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical and effective workplace expressions, understand business culture, and improve your kanji.

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

Built on three hills and surrounded by a wall, Siena in central Italy is a world-famous beautiful city - its Historic Centre dates to the late 13th century and is registered as a World Heritage Site.

Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms for over 100 years - see the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

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

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: pulse oximeters, then egg grading and packing systems.

...Your Life. Typhoons in the northwest Pacific Ocean cause major damage - and accurate typhoon predictions are key. This episode looks at advances in typhoon forecasting.

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam, encounter early-rising cats at a shopping arcade and a tengu statue, and even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

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

In the shadow of China's high GDP, it is possible that a significant distortion will lead to prolonged economic stagnation - we gather open-source information to understand the state of its economy.

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 us as we go behind the scenes of manga creation with world-famous artist Terada Katsuya as he works on the highly anticipated full-colour entry in his Saiyuki Daienou series.

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: Kishita Kohshi (a guy with great piano skills and a soulful voice) and BAND JA NAIMON! MAXX NAKAYOSHI (a six-piece idol group with a ninja-themed single).

Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical and effective workplace expressions, understand business culture, and improve your kanji.

We meet a cat who fearlessly patrols crocodile enclosures heated by onsen steam, encounter early-rising cats at a shopping arcade and a tengu statue, and even meet cats who enjoy billiards!

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

What keeps a hive of 10,000 Japanese honeybees buzzing with activity? Not the queen - the worker bees are in charge, assuming multiple tasks and risky undertakings in the name of majority rule!

Kyoto in the autumn: the old capital is even more beautiful when dressed in autumn colours. Witness the contemplative and quiet beauty of Kyoto 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

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: pulse oximeters, then egg grading and packing systems.

...Your Life. Typhoons in the northwest Pacific Ocean cause major damage - and accurate typhoon predictions are key. This episode looks at advances in typhoon forecasting.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives; get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'You Don't Believe It! #1'.

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

Built on three hills and surrounded by a wall, Siena in central Italy is a world-famous beautiful city - its Historic Centre dates to the late 13th century and is registered as a World Heritage Site.

Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms for over 100 years - see the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

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

A major earthquake struck central Japan on the 1st of January, 2024 - we hear from three Brazilians who were affected by it. What can we do to prepare for disasters? Please share your thoughts.

We visit Shimane to meet Pham Van Toi, the president of an agency that introduces jobs in Japan to his fellow Vietnamese, then follow French-born Sophie Lekens in her work at an arts centre in Tokyo.

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. This time: Nii Oshima Island.

Takahara Miki is a nurse with long years of experience in conflict and disaster zones - she received the Florence Nightingale Medal in 2023 and shares her thoughts on international relief work here.

Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.

If you keep a dog or cat, have you ever thought what you'd do in the event of a disaster? Do shelters accept pets, and how should pet owners prepare? We learn from a case study applied in Kumamoto.

This time we introduce 'Aso Jinja: A Shinto Shrine Rises from the Rubble', a look at the recovery project of a Shinto shrine that was destroyed in the Kumamoto earthquake of 2016.

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

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: Kishita Kohshi (a guy with great piano skills and a soulful voice) and BAND JA NAIMON! MAXX NAKAYOSHI (a six-piece idol group with a ninja-themed single).

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 wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries 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

Takahara Miki is a nurse with long years of experience in conflict and disaster zones - she received the Florence Nightingale Medal in 2023 and shares her thoughts on international relief work here.

We visit Shimane to meet Pham Van Toi, the president of an agency that introduces jobs in Japan to his fellow Vietnamese, then follow French-born Sophie Lekens in her work at an arts centre in Tokyo.