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

Nagoya is a major urban centre situated between Tokyo and Osaka. We marvel at the city's ultra-wide roads and grid-like layout and learn how its laid-back charm was shaped over the centuries

NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together

In June 2026, Taniguchi Goro's latest feature won the Audience Award at the prestigious Animafest Zagreb film festival. He talks about his genre-spanning works and his dedication to animation

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together

Every year, breeders of colourful carp (koi) compete in Tokyo for the title of world champion - brothers Futoshi and Shigeru Mano endured a devastating earthquake and are seeking victory.

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 sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 15, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

This episode looks at energy savings and carbon reduction in Japan's leading train systems - including hydrogen fuel cells and silicon carbide power electronics - and visualising emotions.

Osaka, a city that thrives on rivers, has faced countless flood damage - find out the latest measures protecting the city from typhoons and heavy rain.

Rising CO2 emissions are causing a phenomenon called 'ocean acidification', which severely impacts marine life and could further accelerate global warming. We examine its effects on the environment

Locals in Hagi, on a delta facing the Sea of Japan, have lived in harmony with its waters - beautiful time-lapse footage captures people crossing rivers by boat and canals flowing into homes.

Newsroom Tokyo dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues

Highly respected sports trainer Kitani Masashi works with world-class soccer players, relieving fatigue, pain, and conditioning the body to be less prone to injury. He talks about his unique methods

Participants of the Hyoge Festival clown around in fun and silly costumes - it originated as a sly way of thanking a local hero who built reservoirs but was exiled in the 17th century.

Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter - on the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat unfazed by the rain. Where is he going?

Newsroom Tokyo dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues

In June 2026, Taniguchi Goro's latest feature won the Audience Award at the prestigious Animafest Zagreb film festival. He talks about his genre-spanning works and his dedication to animation

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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

Every year, breeders of colourful carp (koi) compete in Tokyo for the title of world champion - brothers Futoshi and Shigeru Mano endured a devastating earthquake and are seeking victory.

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

Rice flour is attracting global attention - after using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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

Nagoya is a major urban centre situated between Tokyo and Osaka. We marvel at the city's ultra-wide roads and grid-like layout and learn how its laid-back charm was shaped over 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

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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 June 2026, Taniguchi Goro's latest feature won the Audience Award at the prestigious Animafest Zagreb film festival. He talks about his genre-spanning works and his dedication to animation

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

Newsroom Tokyo dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues

Highly respected sports trainer Kitani Masashi works with world-class soccer players, relieving fatigue, pain, and conditioning the body to be less prone to injury. He talks about his unique methods

Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century - a group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren and keep the story alive.

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.

Labor of Love: This episode features initiatives designed to provide support for struggling parents from childbirth through childcare

Every year, breeders of colourful carp (koi) compete in Tokyo for the title of world champion - brothers Futoshi and Shigeru Mano endured a devastating earthquake and are seeking victory.

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

Rice flour is attracting global attention - after using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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

Nagoya is a major urban centre situated between Tokyo and Osaka. We marvel at the city's ultra-wide roads and grid-like layout and learn how its laid-back charm was shaped over 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

In June 2026, Taniguchi Goro's latest feature won the Audience Award at the prestigious Animafest Zagreb film festival. He talks about his genre-spanning works and his dedication to animation

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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 sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

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

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

Paintings and calligraphy are often mounted on sliding doors and scrolls - artisans consider the story behind each piece and the client's wishes to best showcase the artwork.

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

Kutani ware features delicate yet bold designs. Building on traditional techniques, artists explore new forms of expression with their own sensibilities. We look at the beauty of this evolving craft

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

Rice flour is attracting global attention - after using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.

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 sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

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