NHK World - Japan Wednesday

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, curved escalators.

Matsumoto Myokei, a 'once-in-a-century' sculptor of Buddhist statues, is passing his skills onto his grandson Shukan - 80 years on from the atomic bomb attacks, Shukan sculpts a message of peace.

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

We explore the work of Dr Sakaguchi Shimon, the winner of a 2025 Nobel Prize who discovered Tregs that help keep the immune system in check and identified Foxp3 as the key gene that creates them.

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

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.

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

Inoue Hiroko is the president of an NGO that has been running exchange programmes for young people from Israel, Palestine and Japan for 20 years - she talks about their goals and her hope for peace.

Crisp, hot, and delicious Japanese gyoza - how did gyoza come to be so beloved in Japan? Taste the delicious truth for yourself!

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, Izumi no Kami Kanesada, the much-loved sword of the 'Shogun's last samurai' Hijikata Toshizo.

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.

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, curved escalators.

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

Matsumoto Myokei, a 'once-in-a-century' sculptor of Buddhist statues, is passing his skills onto his grandson Shukan - 80 years on from the atomic bomb attacks, Shukan sculpts a message of peace.

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

Nameko are small mushrooms known for their slippery coating - learn about indoor and natural log cultivation, then visit a mushroom-focused French restaurant in Tokyo.

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 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

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, curved escalators.

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

Inoue Hiroko is the president of an NGO that has been running exchange programmes for young people from Israel, Palestine and Japan for 20 years - she talks about their goals and her hope for peace.

Crisp, hot, and delicious Japanese gyoza - how did gyoza come to be so beloved in Japan? Taste the delicious truth for yourself!

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, Izumi no Kami Kanesada, the much-loved sword of the 'Shogun's last samurai' Hijikata Toshizo.

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 episode dives into how some companies are modifying and expanding the perks and benefits they offer to increase retention and boost morale.

Matsumoto Myokei, a 'once-in-a-century' sculptor of Buddhist statues, is passing his skills onto his grandson Shukan - 80 years on from the atomic bomb attacks, Shukan sculpts a message of peace.

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

Nameko are small mushrooms known for their slippery coating - learn about indoor and natural log cultivation, then visit a mushroom-focused French restaurant in Tokyo.

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

TiA led a group of 86 Japanese singers to victory in the choir division of a major gospel event held in New York in May 2025 - she tells us about the significance of gospel music.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, curved escalators.

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 has been the hub of kimono fashion for centuries and spawned the weaving and dyeing industries - designers now take inspiration from traditional styles and techniques to create everyday attire.

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

Nameko are small mushrooms known for their slippery coating - learn about indoor and natural log cultivation, then visit a mushroom-focused French restaurant in Tokyo.

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

Korean sociologist Ahn Eunbyul examines Japan's railway culture - beyond mere transportation, she explores how train travel itself becomes an experience of discovery, nostalgia, and connection.

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 has been the hub of kimono fashion for centuries and spawned the weaving and dyeing industries - designers now take inspiration from traditional styles and techniques to create everyday attire.