NHK World - Japan 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

Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate - come along and see why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.

Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris following the cathedral's fire in 2019 - he tells us about his work that includes the tuning and voicing of these instruments.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

Oda Yuriko has a progressive disease, but she's working toward a society in which anybody can enjoy life by running a patient association, developing an app, and other activities.

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 programme dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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 2021, a massive submarine volcano erupted off of Japan - we follow Japanese researchers' efforts to understand the eruption and witness their discovery of obsidian and even new sea creatures.

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

Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate - come along and see why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.

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

Takahashi Moe was a member of the Japanese team that won the top prize at the 2023 Pastry World Cup - she reflects on the experience and talks about the desserts concocted by the team.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

It's edge-of-your-seat excitement as a high-speed transport boat departs for Edo with a rich cargo - find out what's on the line for the stalwart crew as we break down their strategy.

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

Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris following the cathedral's fire in 2019 - he tells us about his work that includes the tuning and voicing of these instruments.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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

Oda Yuriko has a progressive disease, but she's working toward a society in which anybody can enjoy life by running a patient association, developing an app, and other activities.

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

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

Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate - come along and see why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.

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 programme dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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

Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris following the cathedral's fire in 2019 - he tells us about his work that includes the tuning and voicing of these instruments.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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

Takahashi Moe was a member of the Japanese team that won the top prize at the 2023 Pastry World Cup - she reflects on the experience and talks about the desserts concocted by the team.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

The heart of Osaka's food scene strives to remain beloved through efforts by its shopping district that include a vegan-friendly cafe, tackling waste issues, and supporting at-risk youth.

In 2021, a massive submarine volcano erupted off of Japan - we follow Japanese researchers' efforts to understand the eruption and witness their discovery of obsidian and even new sea creatures.

Oda Yuriko has a progressive disease, but she's working toward a society in which anybody can enjoy life by running a patient association, developing an app, and other activities.

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

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

Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate - come along and see why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.

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

Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris following the cathedral's fire in 2019 - he tells us about his work that includes the tuning and voicing of these instruments.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs

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 programme dives into the world of kabuki, exploring shows selected based on modern themes and featuring kabuki's creative staging and highlights.

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

Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour - two painters wield brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours and gain much attention in the industry and beyond.

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

Small factories in Tokyo are combining their expertise to build a new bobsled with the goal of it featuring in the Olympics - we examine how the project is changing small-scale Japanese manufacturing.

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

Stephen Turner from the UK loves Japanese trains so much that his passion became his job - we join him on a trip through Chiba Prefecture and explore the appeal of Japan's regional railways.

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

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

We dive into the thoughts and unforgettable lunch experiences of new employees in Marunouchi in Tokyo, and we also meet new employees at a supermarket and a workshop that crafts metal cooking pots.

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

Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour - two painters wield brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours and gain much attention in the industry and beyond.