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

The island of Hachijojima is a tourist destination that once served as a penal colon - we learn how the elements and the arrival of exiles and castaways helped shape unique industries and culture.

'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: Massage chairs

Kobayashi Kunio is a celebrated bonsai artist working to secure the future of this traditional art form through outreach to children and through efforts to protect the iconic shimpaku juniper.

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

Japan turns to seawater to tackle global issues with desalination technology and hydrogen generation, plus a robot that enhances pianists' abilities.

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

The island of Hachijojima is a tourist destination that once served as a penal colon - we learn how the elements and the arrival of exiles and castaways helped shape unique industries and culture.

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

Kinota Braithwaite is an African-Canadian educator whose daughter was bullied because of her skin colour - Braithwaite was inspired to create picture books that let all children know they are valued.

Curry rice is one of Japan's most iconic national dishes - how did Jimbocho in Tokyo become a curry town?

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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

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: 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

Kobayashi Kunio is a celebrated bonsai artist working to secure the future of this traditional art form through outreach to children and through efforts to protect the iconic shimpaku juniper.

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

The island of Hachijojima is a tourist destination that once served as a penal colon - we learn how the elements and the arrival of exiles and castaways helped shape unique industries and culture.

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

'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: 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.

Kinota Braithwaite is an African-Canadian educator whose daughter was bullied because of her skin colour - Braithwaite was inspired to create picture books that let all children know they are valued.

Curry rice is one of Japan's most iconic national dishes - how did Jimbocho in Tokyo become a curry town?

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

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

This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

Kobayashi Kunio is a celebrated bonsai artist working to secure the future of this traditional art form through outreach to children and through efforts to protect the iconic shimpaku juniper.

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

The island of Hachijojima is a tourist destination that once served as a penal colon - we learn how the elements and the arrival of exiles and castaways helped shape unique industries and culture.

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: 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 dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture 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

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

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

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 visit Sado, Niigata, to meet a renowned taiko drum performance group. Their meals, prepared by three dedicated women, are infused with the unique flavours of Sado, including local wild plants.

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 dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.