NHK World - Japan HD Saturday

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

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons - find out how to navigate flooded streets and escape cars.

Kikuchi Atsuki (Graphic designer) is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts. He talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki - explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

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

In 2014, Bitcoins worth 470 million USD vanished from an exchange in Tokyo. Where did they go? We delve into the growing intersection of crime and state interests in the crypto 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

Hit manga artist Urasawa Naoki takes you behind the scenes of how manga is made. Honey and Clover creator Umino Chica makes her TV debut as we follow her new series, March Comes in Like a Lion!

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 wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia

Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.

A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku - who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?

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: Designing for portability. The spotlight is on portable and mobile designs. From lighting to houses and transport, explore the appeal and potential of designing for portability

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!

Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan - camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.

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

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons - find out how to navigate flooded streets and escape cars.

Kikuchi Atsuki (Graphic designer) is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts. He talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki - explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

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

In 2014, Bitcoins worth 470 million USD vanished from an exchange in Tokyo. Where did they go? We delve into the growing intersection of crime and state interests in the crypto 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

Hit manga artist Urasawa Naoki takes you behind the scenes of how manga is made. Honey and Clover creator Umino Chica makes her TV debut as we follow her new series, March Comes in Like a Lion!

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 natural history show that's a huge hit with families in Japan is now set to go global! This series explores the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia.

Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido and is home to vast fields and sprawling pastures - experience its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!

Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan - camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.

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 wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia

Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.

A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku - who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?

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

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons - find out how to navigate flooded streets and escape cars.

Kikuchi Atsuki (Graphic designer) is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts. He talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki - explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

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

In 2014, Bitcoins worth 470 million USD vanished from an exchange in Tokyo. Where did they go? We delve into the growing intersection of crime and state interests in the crypto 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

Hit manga artist Urasawa Naoki takes you behind the scenes of how manga is made. Honey and Clover creator Umino Chica makes her TV debut as we follow her new series, March Comes in Like a Lion!

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 natural history show that's a huge hit with families in Japan is now set to go global! This series explores the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia.

Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido and is home to vast fields and sprawling pastures - experience its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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

Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!

Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan - camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.

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 wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia

Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.

A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku - who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?

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

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons - find out how to navigate flooded streets and escape cars.

Kikuchi Atsuki (Graphic designer) is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts. He talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person

Two renowned Japanese alpinists died on K2 in July 2024. Why did they risk everything on Earth's second-highest peak? Their own footage reveals the courage and legacy behind the climb

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

Zookeeper Takaichi Atsuhiro has cared for a polar bear named Peace since she was a cub, including through her battle with epilepsy - We take a look at the ups and downs of their 25 years together.

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

Tune in to J-Melo for Japanese music! This week: a live special with exclusive performances from idol group White Scorpion, singer-songwriter Mahiru, and five-piece rock band Bigmama

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.

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine - it offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

Cats show off their climbing skills at a spot overlooking the sea, we meet a cat who takes us to a field of daffodils on the island of Mushima, and some other cats tease Iwago by hiding among flowers.

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 Sanriku Coast was the area hit hardest by the massive earthquake and tsunami of 2011 - its restored communities are rediscovering their local traditions and the unique beauty of this landscape.

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

Davao, located on Mindanao Island, is home to 1.7 million people - global business such as call centres are now thriving here, and the city is often cited as one of the safest in the Philippines.

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

Embark on a journey aboard a special dolphin-painted airplane and support an airline that soars with just one aircraft.

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

Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical and effective workplace expressions, understand business culture, and improve your kanji.

Miyoshi Chika preserves the art of sakiori - the ancestral wisdom that even small scraps of fabric should never go to waste - as she weaves strips of old cloth into colourful items with modern appeal.