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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

Lacquerware artisans in Wajima struggle to recover after a devastating earthquake, but they are determined to keep a 600-year-old tradition alive by reaffirming their bond in the creation of a bowl.

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

After a record hot summer in 2024, the WMO has placed a focus upon Asia where warming progresses at double the rate of the rest of the world - specialists weigh in on potential countermeasures.

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 Grand Sumo November Tournament Day 1 action live from Fukuoka as top wrestlers have their first 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

Islanders on Awajishima and Ieshima in the Seto Inland Sea utilise the strong winter winds and waves to enhance local specialities like sweet onions, handmade noodles and seaweed.

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

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This time, anisong legend Takahashi Yoko sings Neon Genesis Evangelion theme songs - also coming to chat and perform is Ado-produced idol group Phantom Siita.

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.

Heavy machinery is indispensable in construction - we look at all kinds of machines, from small excavators to tower cranes for high-rise buildings and even cutting-edge remote operation systems.

Saburo the cat lives in a lovely vineyard, but her rival Shiroo is nearby - can they get along? Meanwhile, another cat lives peacefully in a workshop that makes and repairs Buddhist statues.

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

Tokyo's original ramen was born during the postwar reconstruction - try some for yourself on this ramen journey by train!

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.

Today: words of support for a co-worker. Nguyen Thi Thuy Trang, from Vietnam, works at a paper products company. In a roleplay challenge, she must reach out to a co-worker to offer support.

Two years ago, dyer Izawa Tsuyoshi began dyeing old clothes black; black hides damage and stains and makes old look new. His back-in-black service is now so popular there's a three-month waiting list.

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

Lacquerware artisans in Wajima struggle to recover after a devastating earthquake, but they are determined to keep a 600-year-old tradition alive by reaffirming their bond in the creation of a bowl.

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

After a record hot summer in 2024, the WMO has placed a focus upon Asia where warming progresses at double the rate of the rest of the world - specialists weigh in on potential countermeasures.

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

Islanders on Awajishima and Ieshima in the Seto Inland Sea utilise the strong winter winds and waves to enhance local specialities like sweet onions, handmade noodles and seaweed.

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

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This time, anisong legend Takahashi Yoko sings Neon Genesis Evangelion theme songs - also coming to chat and perform is Ado-produced idol group Phantom Siita.

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.

Heavy machinery is indispensable in construction - we look at all kinds of machines, from small excavators to tower cranes for high-rise buildings and even cutting-edge remote operation systems.

Saburo the cat lives in a lovely vineyard, but her rival Shiroo is nearby - can they get along? Meanwhile, another cat lives peacefully in a workshop that makes and repairs Buddhist statues.

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

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Homes.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction - it's flavours that have been passed down for generations.

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.

Today: words of support for a co-worker. Nguyen Thi Thuy Trang, from Vietnam, works at a paper products company. In a roleplay challenge, she must reach out to a co-worker to offer support.

Two years ago, dyer Izawa Tsuyoshi began dyeing old clothes black; black hides damage and stains and makes old look new. His back-in-black service is now so popular there's a three-month waiting list.

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

Lacquerware artisans in Wajima struggle to recover after a devastating earthquake, but they are determined to keep a 600-year-old tradition alive by reaffirming their bond in the creation of a bowl.

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

After a record hot summer in 2024, the WMO has placed a focus upon Asia where warming progresses at double the rate of the rest of the world - specialists weigh in on potential countermeasures.

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

Islanders on Awajishima and Ieshima in the Seto Inland Sea utilise the strong winter winds and waves to enhance local specialities like sweet onions, handmade noodles and seaweed.

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

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This time, anisong legend Takahashi Yoko sings Neon Genesis Evangelion theme songs - also coming to chat and perform is Ado-produced idol group Phantom Siita.

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.

Heavy machinery is indispensable in construction - we look at all kinds of machines, from small excavators to tower cranes for high-rise buildings and even cutting-edge remote operation systems.

A cat takes a nap among the fragrant flowers at a farm that grows sweet pea flowers, another cat takes a nap at an archery range, and we meet more local cats as residents celebrate a unique tradition.

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 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.

Today: words of support for a co-worker. Nguyen Thi Thuy Trang, from Vietnam, works at a paper products company. In a roleplay challenge, she must reach out to a co-worker to offer support.

Two years ago, dyer Izawa Tsuyoshi began dyeing old clothes black; black hides damage and stains and makes old look new. His back-in-black service is now so popular there's a three-month waiting list.

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

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Homes.

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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 spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.

Emissions of methane gas, which has a strong effect on global warming, are at a peak. In Japan, where 40% of methane emissions come from rice farming, finding a solution is of great importance

Aichi / Kataoka Mami (Curator): Tokoname, a pottery town with over 900 years of history, creates products appropriate for the times - Kataoka finds the beauty that's present in functional objects.

We revisit Pakistani Habib ur Rahman - a crafter of custom-made power wheelchairs in Kobayashi in Miyazaki Prefecture - and meet Edson Moreno, a Brazilian truck driver based in Iwata in Shizuoka.

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 Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 B.C. - we examine various aspects of Jomon society with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Dogu.

...Your Life. A large-scale blackout is the total loss of power in an entire region - Hokkaido had one of these in 2018. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent them 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.

This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements for the Tokyo Olympics and disaster preparedness.

Cycle Around Japan has teamed up with Taiwan's public broadcaster PTS for a three-part series airing in autumn 2025 - experience Taiwan's lush scenery and meet guardians of traditional culture.

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

This programme focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives.

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

Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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 revisit Pakistani Habib ur Rahman - a crafter of custom-made power wheelchairs in Kobayashi in Miyazaki Prefecture - and meet Edson Moreno, a Brazilian truck driver based in Iwata in Shizuoka.