NHK World - Japan HD Monday

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.

Introducing an artist who adorns Japanese kimonos with classic Hungarian embroidery - what kind of beautiful works are created by this unusual fusion of two cultural traditions?

We introduce the promotional activities NHK World-Japan conducted ahead of Thailand's general election in early February 2026 and showcase Newsline's coverage broadcast from Thailand itself.

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

An energetic mix of brewers strives to enliven the sake scene in Tochigi Prefecture, a place not well known for its breweries - with pride and innovation, they bring new life to an ancient 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

High in the Himalayas lives a legendary beast with the body of a cow and the head of a goat - listed as a vulnerable species, the takin now faces a deadly disease spreading through its mountain home.

Seto Inland Sea is the largest body of water of its kind in Japan - see the sights of the Great Seto Bridge and the shallow coastal waters through time-lapse photography.

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

We meet Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko - who work in elderly care in Narashino in Chiba - and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information centre in Aso in Kumamoto.

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

Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos - here he talks about the appeal of cave exploration.

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

We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks and sitting down for picnics.

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

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.

Introducing an artist who adorns Japanese kimonos with classic Hungarian embroidery - what kind of beautiful works are created by this unusual fusion of two cultural traditions?

We introduce the promotional activities NHK World-Japan conducted ahead of Thailand's general election in early February 2026 and showcase Newsline's coverage broadcast from Thailand itself.

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

Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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 Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko - who work in elderly care in Narashino in Chiba - and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information centre in Aso in Kumamoto.

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

An energetic mix of brewers strives to enliven the sake scene in Tochigi Prefecture, a place not well known for its breweries - with pride and innovation, they bring new life to an ancient 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

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.

Introducing an artist who adorns Japanese kimonos with classic Hungarian embroidery - what kind of beautiful works are created by this unusual fusion of two cultural traditions?

We introduce the promotional activities NHK World-Japan conducted ahead of Thailand's general election in early February 2026 and showcase Newsline's coverage broadcast from Thailand itself.

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

Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos - here he talks about the appeal of cave exploration.

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

We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks and sitting down for picnics.

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

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

Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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 Peruvian Estela Nakazaki and her daughter Namiko - who work in elderly care in Narashino in Chiba - and English Oliver Richardson, who works at a tourist information centre in Aso in Kumamoto.

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

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.

Introducing an artist who adorns Japanese kimonos with classic Hungarian embroidery - what kind of beautiful works are created by this unusual fusion of two cultural traditions?

We introduce the promotional activities NHK World-Japan conducted ahead of Thailand's general election in early February 2026 and showcase Newsline's coverage broadcast from Thailand itself.

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

An energetic mix of brewers strives to enliven the sake scene in Tochigi Prefecture, a place not well known for its breweries - with pride and innovation, they bring new life to an ancient 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

Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula in Hokkaido to film a mysterious fire 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

Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavourful squid dishes at home.

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 yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners - why do these customers prefer to eat alone? We get down to the meat of the matter for three days.

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

Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health.

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

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

From natural splendour to seasonal delicacies and traditional culture, we dig a little deeper into all that Hokkaido has to offer!

Featured recipe: Spoon-moulded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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

Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula in Hokkaido to film a mysterious fire festival.