NHK World - Japan HD Friday

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 Machida in Tokyo, an NPO offers a burial site under cherry trees where people meet together while still alive, deepen ties, and engage in conversation about death while becoming 'grave friends'.

Following 15 years of strict censorship under its former administration, Bangladeshi journalists are now seeking the truth and freedom of press in order to regain the trust of the people.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

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 roaring golden lion statue outside Shinjuku Station is a donation box for disaster relief and youth support - many walk past while others offer small kindnesses. Who donates over 72 hours, and why?

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

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use to travel tips and must-see places.

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

In Machida in Tokyo, an NPO offers a burial site under cherry trees where people meet together while still alive, deepen ties, and engage in conversation about death while becoming 'grave friends'.

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

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

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

Imagine being called an outsider in the country where you were born - Chuk Besher knows what that's like and it made him ask questions about identity and diversity.

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

Following 15 years of strict censorship under its former administration, Bangladeshi journalists are now seeking the truth and freedom of press in order to regain the trust of the people.

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 wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

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: A New Look at Shadows. Japanese have long found beauty in shadows, but new discoveries still astonish us in art and design. Discover how these designs can change how we see 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

In Machida in Tokyo, an NPO offers a burial site under cherry trees where people meet together while still alive, deepen ties, and engage in conversation about death while becoming 'grave friends'.

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 Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Following 15 years of strict censorship under its former administration, Bangladeshi journalists are now seeking the truth and freedom of press in order to regain the trust of the people.

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

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

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

In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron and a jester tries to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.

GLP-1 receptor agonists are becoming a game changer in the treatment of obesity. However, using them without medical supervision is risky. We report on the potential of GLP-1 treatment.

A wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

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: A New Look at Shadows. Japanese have long found beauty in shadows, but new discoveries still astonish us in art and design. Discover how these designs can change how we see 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

In Machida in Tokyo, an NPO offers a burial site under cherry trees where people meet together while still alive, deepen ties, and engage in conversation about death while becoming 'grave friends'.

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

Following 15 years of strict censorship under its former administration, Bangladeshi journalists are now seeking the truth and freedom of press in order to regain the trust of the people.

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

Imagine being called an outsider in the country where you were born - Chuk Besher knows what that's like and it made him ask questions about identity and diversity.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, cosmetic sponges.

Johan Nordstrom, a film scholar from Sweden, specialises in early Japanese cinema - he tells us about movies from over a century ago and Japan's unique tradition of live narration for silent films.

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 Bon Odori dance, a Japanese summer tradition, has gone global - we look at events held in Malaysia and Brazil and explore the rhythms that bring people from diverse backgrounds together.

Kishu, in the southern part of the Kii Peninsula, is famous among chefs worldwide for its charcoal production - join us as we examine what fuels the eco-friendly charcoal culture of Kishu.

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 word yakumi refers to using traditional herbs and spices - Japanese food wouldn't be the same without favourites like wasabi or yuzu. See how these and more are influencing global food trends.

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

Seki Tomoharu once turned his back on farming - now he grows legendary rice that wins international awards and pursues his own green farming amid rice shortages and global warming.

A gourmet tour of ramen all around Japan - this time: Fukuoka, the birthplace of tonkotsu. Looking at three different styles, we learn this ramen's secrets and the story of its creation.

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: A New Look at Shadows. Japanese have long found beauty in shadows, but new discoveries still astonish us in art and design. Discover how these designs can change how we see the world.

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.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes - we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

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

...Your Life. The hazard map for Mount Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the chance of more damage from lava flows - we look at what lies behind the assumptions for this assessment.

Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown.

The popular but true story of two brothers who avenged their father inspired a dazzling variety of so many kabuki plays and dances that they formed a new genre - actor Kataoke Ainosuke explores further.