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

A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

Ramen packed with seafood goodness, loved in bitter cold northern Japan for over 100 years. Try a bowl for yourself!

In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima.

Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish.

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

Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy

1 in 50 families have lost a child during pregnancy or soon after birth. A couple who lost their second son when two hours old talks about their grief and sorrow, a topic often not discussed in Japan.

As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines

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 oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of shokan and daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables.

Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'.

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

Furano is full of vast wheat fields, the perfect place for a local farmer's cat to hunt or go for a run - we also meet two cats who live at an inn and love to play on exposed hot water pipes.

'Mizoca,' a 48-seat propeller plane featuring a dolphin design, is a key mode of transport based in Kyushu's Amakusa region. For three days we took to the skies to ask passengers about their journeys

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

The JR Joban Line, severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, fully reopened in 2020 - see how station areas in Fukushima Prefecture are being redeveloped along the restored route.

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 scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima.

Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish.

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

Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

The latest research highlights a polar region crisis - with the lowest ever levels of sea ice and a polar bear population reduced by half in 42 years in some areas, we look at wildlife in the Arctic.

Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima - sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'.

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 oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of shokan and daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables.

Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in 'guruguru' designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today

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 scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

Ramen packed with seafood goodness, loved in bitter cold northern Japan for over 100 years. Try a bowl for yourself!

In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima.

Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish.

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

Furano is full of vast wheat fields, the perfect place for a local farmer's cat to hunt or go for a run - we also meet two cats who live at an inn and love to play on exposed hot water pipes.

Dr Oshiro Kazue is a skilled mountain medic dedicated to promoting awareness of alpine safety, even spending her summers treating climbers from a cabin near the peak of the iconic Mount Fuji.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines

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

Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

The latest research highlights a polar region crisis - with the lowest ever levels of sea ice and a polar bear population reduced by half in 42 years in some areas, we look at wildlife in the Arctic.

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.

Japanese researchers have uncovered part of the mechanism by which zinc deficiency triggers inflammation linked to a wide range of diseases. We look at why this mineral is so vital to our health

Singer-songwriter Moriyama Naotaro has touched the hearts of listeners with his unique voice and poetic lyricism for decades - now he makes his debut on 'tiny desk concerts Japan'.

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 oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, one restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years.

In this episode, we learn about the winter dates of shokan and daikan - the nuns teach us how to make seasonal rice porridge with seven herbs, kan-koji fermented rice, and dried vegetables.

Today's theme: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in 'guruguru' designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today

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

Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy

1 in 50 families have lost a child during pregnancy or soon after birth. A couple who lost their second son when two hours old talks about their grief and sorrow, a topic often not discussed in Japan.

In a world with 10,000 nuclear weapons and endless conflict, what if an atomic bomb were dropped? This show visualises the A-bomb's impact through a man's testimony of being exposed in Hiroshima.

Spear squid is immensely popular in squid-loving Japan - tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savour some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish.

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

Furano is full of vast wheat fields, the perfect place for a local farmer's cat to hunt or go for a run - we also meet two cats who live at an inn and love to play on exposed hot water pipes.

As the global space race accelerates, China has opened development to private companies, and young innovators create unprecedented forms of space technology such as compact reusable rocket engines

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

Xu Quanyi sees it as his mission to promote the charm of Fukushima - sharing his stories is how he counters the stigma Fukushima continues to suffer following the 2011 disaster.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent.

Ziaul Karim, an agricultural scientist from Bangladesh, practices unique farming methods in Okayama to show how accessible agriculture can be - he works with locals to grow and use uncommon crops.

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

Kamikaze, explosive-laden ramming attacks, were carried out during World War II and sacrificed 4,000 lives - why did the Japanese push forward with this method? We uncover the truth.

Matsue is known as the 'city of water.' It is home to Lake Shinji, which is famous for its shijimi clams. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we see the lake's changing colours and expressions.

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 a hiking destination loved across Japan. Explore vast wetlands alive with delicate flowers and wildlife, meet the warm people protecting this wonder, and enjoy an exciting 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

Shizuoka has everything from beaches to mountains, but this time our road takes us through its deep forests from wild rides on timber trails to a wild taste experience in the birthplace of wasabi.

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: Guruguru Designs. Nature's spirals, circles, and swirls are reflected in 'guruguru' designs. From prehistoric pottery to modern art and fashion, these shapes still fascinate us today

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

Yoshimune is the shogun who saved the city of Edo - through disaster and economic strife, his wisdom alongside its people shaped the future of the place now called Tokyo.

Kyle Card explores the San'in Kaigan Geopark and uncovers Yumura's hot springs, Ojiro's hillside rice terraces and heritage Tajima beef, and the Oriental White Stork wetlands of Toyooka.

A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP...

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. When a major earthquake hits, the ground can turn into muddy water called liquefaction - find out the mechanisms behind liquefaction and how to prevent it.

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.

Several old theatre buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period; experience these performances up close.