NHK World - Japan HD Friday

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

Small octopus balls cooked on grills have engendered a food culture unto their own and are Osaka's leading soul food - explore the essence of Osaka that prizes tasty, affordable, and satisfying food.

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 12 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

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

JR West's Limited Express Yakumo has been renewed and boldly redesigned inside and out with improvements made to the comfort and ride quality - join us as we feature the new Yakumo.

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

Large-scale development in Hong Kong's northern area is building a high-tech industrial base and boosting the economy and jobs - though mainlanders hold high expectations, some locals face eviction.

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

Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister's Award, one of the industry's highest honours, 27 times - he talks about creating original works that break the mould.

Climate change has begun to impact the food supply - in Japan, hotter summers and stronger typhoons are affecting rice. Researchers are now working to develop rice that can withstand such challenges.

Elsa is from the Faroe Islands and ger two children attend a Japanese public school - she feels sad that she cannot always help them because of language issues.

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

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

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

Small octopus balls cooked on grills have engendered a food culture unto their own and are Osaka's leading soul food - explore the essence of Osaka that prizes tasty, affordable, and satisfying food.

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: Design Hunting in Tottori. The Tottori Sand Dunes create unique and ever-changing views on the Sea of Japan coast - our design hunt explores a culture with deep natural roots.

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

Large-scale development in Hong Kong's northern area is building a high-tech industrial base and boosting the economy and jobs - though mainlanders hold high expectations, some locals face eviction.

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 13 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

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

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

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

Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister's Award, one of the industry's highest honours, 27 times - he talks about creating original works that break the mould.

Climate change has begun to impact the food supply - in Japan, hotter summers and stronger typhoons are affecting rice. Researchers are now working to develop rice that can withstand such challenges.

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

Made mainly from antibodies, biologic drugs have transformed the approach to treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis - we explore their mechanisms and potential.

Small octopus balls cooked on grills have engendered a food culture unto their own and are Osaka's leading soul food - explore the essence of Osaka that prizes tasty, affordable, and satisfying food.

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: Design Hunting in Tottori. The Tottori Sand Dunes create unique and ever-changing views on the Sea of Japan coast - our design hunt explores a culture with deep natural roots.

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

Large-scale development in Hong Kong's northern area is building a high-tech industrial base and boosting the economy and jobs - though mainlanders hold high expectations, some locals face eviction.

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

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

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

Elsa is from the Faroe Islands and ger two children attend a Japanese public school - she feels sad that she cannot always help them because of language issues.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, automated ginjo koji makers.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 13 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

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 series of documentaries that feature in-depth examinations of political, economic, and social challenges facing Japan and 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

NHK WORLD presents 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

We visit the Goto Islands on Japan's western tip, meeting people with hospitality like a couple passing on the history of hidden Christians and islanders trying to preserve their small 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

Today's theme: Design Hunting in Tottori. The Tottori Sand Dunes create unique and ever-changing views on the Sea of Japan coast - our design hunt explores a culture with deep natural roots.

Design is fun - design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us.

This programme employs 'mitateru', a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity.

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 Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode looks at words related to kiru (to wear). Explore the unique culture behind them.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 13 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

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

NHK WORLD presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia

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

Product designer Fukasawa Naoto visits Shimane - red 'Sekishu' roof tiles are perfectly suited to cold snowy regions, and Fukasawa considers design that embodies the community it comes from.