NHK World - Japan Thursday

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 desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

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

Japanese raccoon dogs (tanuki) are globally rare but have increasingly been seen in Japan's cities since the COVID-19 pandemic - we investigate their long history in tradition and folklore.

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 features a collection of onigiri rice balls that fuel artisans across Japan - from roof tile artisans to gardeners and ink makers to metalworkers, what kind of onigiri keeps them going?

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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

The desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

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

Asakawa Chieko develops innovative products that transform the lives of the visually impaired - Asakawa, who is blind herself, introduces her greatest project yet: an AI suitcase.

It's spring and a group of young men and women are at the beach for some recreational clam-digging - the sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood.

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

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

Japanese raccoon dogs (tanuki) are globally rare but have increasingly been seen in Japan's cities since the COVID-19 pandemic - we investigate their long history in tradition and folklore.

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

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use to travel tips and must-see places.

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 desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

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 features a collection of onigiri rice balls that fuel artisans across Japan - from roof tile artisans to gardeners and ink makers to metalworkers, what kind of onigiri keeps them going?

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.

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

Asakawa Chieko develops innovative products that transform the lives of the visually impaired - Asakawa, who is blind herself, introduces her greatest project yet: an AI suitcase.

It's spring and a group of young men and women are at the beach for some recreational clam-digging - the sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood.

With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries present intimate portraits of people's lives around Japan today.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

Japanese raccoon dogs (tanuki) are globally rare but have increasingly been seen in Japan's cities since the COVID-19 pandemic - we investigate their long history in tradition and folklore.

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

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use to travel tips and must-see places.

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 desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper - artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

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

This episode features a collection of onigiri rice balls that fuel artisans across Japan - from roof tile artisans to gardeners and ink makers to metalworkers, what kind of onigiri keeps them going?

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