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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

The crested ibis is once again flourishing on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, and so is Aida Tadaaki after taking over his family's rice paddies.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: cheering up a junior employee who is feeling down. Nyamjav Baljinnyam from Mongolia works at a car maintenance company - he takes on a role play challenge to help improve his Japanese skills.

Fish that overconsume seaweed, often called pests. A strong odour also makes them hard to sell. Kanazawa Ryuji uses these to make a distinctive fish sauce, so that no life from the sea goes to waste.

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 people were exposed to nuclear radiation in the bombings at the end of World War II and US nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll, but the facts about another exposure are only now being revealed.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

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: Noshima Island.

NHK World-Japan presents Grand Sumo July Tournament Day 15 action live from Nagoya as top wrestlers have their fifteenth bouts of the 15-day contest.

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

How do classic tales find new life in manga and anime? Join us as we explore SAINT SEIYA, based on Greek mythology, and TOUGEN ANKI, a fresh take on Japan's legend of Momotaro.

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

Six of the most talked-about performances, handpicked for a special showcase, of Japan's music at its best with a powerful blend of diversity and live energy.

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 has nine million vacant homes - we investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalisation.

On this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats!

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 crested ibis is once again flourishing on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, and so is Aida Tadaaki after taking over his family's rice paddies.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: cheering up a junior employee who is feeling down. Nyamjav Baljinnyam from Mongolia works at a car maintenance company - he takes on a role play challenge to help improve his Japanese skills.

Fish that overconsume seaweed, often called pests. A strong odour also makes them hard to sell. Kanazawa Ryuji uses these to make a distinctive fish sauce, so that no life from the sea goes to waste.

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 people were exposed to nuclear radiation in the bombings at the end of World War II and US nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll, but the facts about another exposure are only now being revealed.

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

Who is the boy who waits stoically to cremate his dead brother in Nagasaki? The search for his identity continues as the iconic image has come to symbolise the fate of 'atomic-bomb orphans'.

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

How do classic tales find new life in manga and anime? Join us as we explore SAINT SEIYA, based on Greek mythology, and TOUGEN ANKI, a fresh take on Japan's legend of Momotaro.

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

Six of the most talked-about performances, handpicked for a special showcase, of Japan's music at its best with a powerful blend of diversity and live energy.

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 has nine million vacant homes - we investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalisation.

On this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats!

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

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: Noshima Island.

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

The crested ibis is once again flourishing on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, and so is Aida Tadaaki after taking over his family's rice paddies.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: cheering up a junior employee who is feeling down. Nyamjav Baljinnyam from Mongolia works at a car maintenance company - he takes on a role play challenge to help improve his Japanese skills.

Fish that overconsume seaweed, often called pests. A strong odour also makes them hard to sell. Kanazawa Ryuji uses these to make a distinctive fish sauce, so that no life from the sea goes to waste.

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 people were exposed to nuclear radiation in the bombings at the end of World War II and US nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll, but the facts about another exposure are only now being revealed.

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

Who is the boy who waits stoically to cremate his dead brother in Nagasaki? The search for his identity continues as the iconic image has come to symbolise the fate of 'atomic-bomb orphans'.

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

How do classic tales find new life in manga and anime? Join us as we explore SAINT SEIYA, based on Greek mythology, and TOUGEN ANKI, a fresh take on Japan's legend of Momotaro.

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

Six of the most talked-about performances, handpicked for a special showcase, of Japan's music at its best with a powerful blend of diversity and live energy.

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 has nine million vacant homes - we investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalisation.

On this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats!

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 crested ibis is once again flourishing on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, and so is Aida Tadaaki after taking over his family's rice paddies.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: cheering up a junior employee who is feeling down. Nyamjav Baljinnyam from Mongolia works at a car maintenance company - he takes on a role play challenge to help improve his Japanese skills.

Fish that overconsume seaweed, often called pests. A strong odour also makes them hard to sell. Kanazawa Ryuji uses these to make a distinctive fish sauce, so that no life from the sea goes to waste.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

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: Noshima Island.

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

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.