NHK World - Japan HD Wednesday

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

Hinohara is a mountain village located along the border between Tokyo and Yamanashi Prefecture - we explore its ridge trails which served as a lifeline for local settlements throughout the centuries.

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: centre bridge knee braces

Nakamura Takatoshi runs a recycling company in Vietnam. He works with junk buyers, who collect recyclables from shops and homes, to improve the country's recycling rate and build a sustainable future

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

69 of the 96 employees at a chalk factory in Japan have intellectual disabilities - as veteran workers prepare to retire, they pass on skills and encouragement to the next generation.

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

Octopuses are smart and can perceive textures and shapes with their arms - we explore octopuses, the nature of intelligence, and new bio-robots that combine living tissues with machines.

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

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

The ecosystem in Hokkaido's Taisetsu Mountains is changing dramatically - alpine plants have vanished due to global warming which has created a crisis for rare animals that depend on them to survive.

The delicious bonito Tosa is known for spoils easily, and the flavour varies greatly. Fishmongers at a local port know exactly how to spot the best ones. Watch them in action, in time-lapse.

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.

Wagyu captivates food lovers worldwide with fine marbling, melt-in-the-mouth texture, and a rich aroma - join us as we explore strict cattle management and the dishes that highlight wagyu's appeal.

Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground - they've been lured to a falconry preserve...

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: centre bridge knee braces

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

Nakamura Takatoshi runs a recycling company in Vietnam. He works with junk buyers, who collect recyclables from shops and homes, to improve the country's recycling rate and build a sustainable future

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

Hinohara is a mountain village located along the border between Tokyo and Yamanashi Prefecture - we explore its ridge trails which served as a lifeline for local settlements throughout the centuries.

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

69 of the 96 employees at a chalk factory in Japan have intellectual disabilities - as veteran workers prepare to retire, they pass on skills and encouragement to the next generation.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: centre bridge knee braces

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.

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.

We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing - the young students are dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

Octopuses are smart and can perceive textures and shapes with their arms - we explore octopuses, the nature of intelligence, and new bio-robots that combine living tissues with machines.

Nakamura Takatoshi runs a recycling company in Vietnam. He works with junk buyers, who collect recyclables from shops and homes, to improve the country's recycling rate and build a sustainable future

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

Hinohara is a mountain village located along the border between Tokyo and Yamanashi Prefecture - we explore its ridge trails which served as a lifeline for local settlements throughout the centuries.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: centre bridge knee braces

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

69 of the 96 employees at a chalk factory in Japan have intellectual disabilities - as veteran workers prepare to retire, they pass on skills and encouragement to the next generation.

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

Including acquisitions by food-service giants, ramen and udon eateries in Japan are changing. Join us and peek behind the curtain of the noodle world

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.

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: The Cinema Capital, the professionals behind the samurai filming industry. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this programme.

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

Family restaurants are uniquely Japanese establishments that are also popular with solo diners - we see how innovative services have helped them survive the ups and downs of the restaurant industry.

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

Visit one of Japan's engineering marvels, an auto and train bridge spanning six islands, and meet the dedicated crew working to keep it as good as new for the next 200 years.

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

Including acquisitions by food-service giants, ramen and udon eateries in Japan are changing. Join us and peek behind the curtain of the noodle world

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.