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Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.

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

Lichen is an organism made from the symbiosis of fungus and algae - although it can adapt to life in extremely harsh environments, man-made threats such as global warming are disrupting its existence.

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

We visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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

Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a centre in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.

Recently more and more rikishi are eschewing belt-fighting in favour of pushing and thrusting attacks. Push-and-thrust rikishi help us break down the technique into three types based on distance.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

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.

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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 Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Sanma takes centre stage across Japan each autumn - Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.

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 visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.

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

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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

Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a centre in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.

Recently more and more rikishi are eschewing belt-fighting in favour of pushing and thrusting attacks. Push-and-thrust rikishi help us break down the technique into three types based on distance.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

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

Lichen is an organism made from the symbiosis of fungus and algae - although it can adapt to life in extremely harsh environments, man-made threats such as global warming are disrupting its existence.

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

Sanma takes centre stage across Japan each autumn - Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.

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 visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential - the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

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

Director Seto Momoko's animated film 'Dandelion's Odyssey' won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival - she talks about her creative philosophy.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a kabuki dance in which two actors play a total of eight different roles featuring Tokyo's famous Sanja Festival.

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

Japan's first central wholesale market goes beyond mere distribution - with strong ties to local chefs and producers, it plays a major role in training professional connoisseurs.

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

Recovery is slow one year after the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, but non-profit organisations have been indispensable in supporting victims and helping them to rebuild their lives.

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

Glasswork is an art form featuring delicate yet bold designs - we take a closer look at Japanese glassmaking, where artisanal skills are passed down and the craft evolves with the times.

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

Sanma takes centre stage across Japan each autumn - Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.

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

Japan's first central wholesale market goes beyond mere distribution - with strong ties to local chefs and producers, it plays a major role in training professional connoisseurs.