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

Join us for a hike up Mount Takao in western Tokyo, said to be the most visited peak in the world - along the way, we'll learn about its samurai history, connection to Mount Fuji and abundant nature.

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 May 2026, Ashizawa Akiko received the Pierre Angenieux Tribute, an award honouring outstanding cinematographers. She talks about visual style and capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: taste sensing systems

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.

Mongolia's culture of meat-eating is contributing to health problems in this developing economy - chef Suzuki Yuko aims to introduce more vegetables through workshops and improved hospital menus.

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 new programme digs deep into what overseas fans loved about the anime released this year and how the translators of one anime, Akane-banashi, approached its traditionally Japanese subject matter

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

New technologies that give Japan's firefighters more information about fire conditions faster. Plus, protecting buildings from earthquakes

...Your Life. Droughts are increasing and simulations predict that megadroughts could occur in the future - discover Japan's technology that could solve water scarcity.

Milk has sustained humanity for centuries, but today it's under threat worldwide. As cows exposed to heat stress under climate change produce less milk, what does the future hold for milk production?

Ouchi-juku, once a thriving post station in the Aizu area, still retains its thatched roofs, hearth fires, and time-honoured ways. See the carefully preserved traditional townscape 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.

Ito Junji is a horror manga artist renowned worldwide for his intricate artwork and unique vision which earned him a place in the prestigious Eisner Awards Hall of Fame in 2025 - what inspires him?

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

A series of doodles by famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day; what kind of statement was he trying to make?

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

In May 2026, Ashizawa Akiko received the Pierre Angenieux Tribute, an award honouring outstanding cinematographers. She talks about visual style and capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: taste sensing systems

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

Mongolia's culture of meat-eating is contributing to health problems in this developing economy - chef Suzuki Yuko aims to introduce more vegetables through workshops and improved hospital menus.

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

Trails to Oishii Tokyo is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country

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

Join us for a hike up Mount Takao in western Tokyo, said to be the most visited peak in the world - along the way, we'll learn about its samurai history, connection to Mount Fuji and abundant nature.

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 new programme digs deep into what overseas fans loved about the anime released this year and how the translators of one anime, Akane-banashi, approached its traditionally Japanese subject matter

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 May 2026, Ashizawa Akiko received the Pierre Angenieux Tribute, an award honouring outstanding cinematographers. She talks about visual style and capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: taste sensing systems

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

Ito Junji is a horror manga artist renowned worldwide for his intricate artwork and unique vision which earned him a place in the prestigious Eisner Awards Hall of Fame in 2025 - what inspires him?

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

We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset - a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity, but what could they be looking for?

This programme focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives.

Mongolia's culture of meat-eating is contributing to health problems in this developing economy - chef Suzuki Yuko aims to introduce more vegetables through workshops and improved hospital menus.

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

Trails to Oishii Tokyo is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country

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

Join us for a hike up Mount Takao in western Tokyo, said to be the most visited peak in the world - along the way, we'll learn about its samurai history, connection to Mount Fuji and abundant nature.

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 May 2026, Ashizawa Akiko received the Pierre Angenieux Tribute, an award honouring outstanding cinematographers. She talks about visual style and capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: taste sensing systems

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 new programme digs deep into what overseas fans loved about the anime released this year and how the translators of one anime, Akane-banashi, approached its traditionally Japanese subject matter

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

The dark-grey, clay roofing on shrines, temples, and Machiya townhouses is buffed and smoked to boost durability, water resistance, and lustre. Craftsmen and roofers uphold the traditional techniques.

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

Each episode of this programme sees Peter Barakan meet experts with fascinating cultural insights while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.

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

Trails to Oishii Tokyo is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country

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 Japan, where disaster strikes all too often, responders and individuals need fast, accurate information. Today we visit a research centre designed to keep people safe

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.