NHK World - Japan Wednesday

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, capsule beds.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years - he treats and releases many birds injured by human activity while also working to prevent such accidents.

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

Dr Kitagawa Susumu was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) - in this programme, we explore MOFs and their potential to help combat global warming.

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

The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward - join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

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

Ito Satomi has designed costumes for many top-tier figure skaters from Japan and overseas - she shares her passion and inspiration for her craft.

A US rapper who discovers the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is moved to meet hibakusha and join anti-nuclear groups - he sees parallels between their discrimination and that of African-Americans.

Tail rollers are all the rage with popular influencers - a father gets his own unaware of the concept of stealth marketing. Be sure to distinguish between promotional (PR) and personal posts...

We visit a store selling folding fans where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind - the accessories were popular because the shape of an open fan suggested prosperity.

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

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, capsule beds.

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

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years - he treats and releases many birds injured by human activity while also working to prevent such accidents.

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 key to tasty kiwi is a ripening process that takes place after harvest - discover new varieties being developed in Kagawa and feast your eyes on innovative dishes.

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 Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward - join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

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

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, capsule beds.

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

Ito Satomi has designed costumes for many top-tier figure skaters from Japan and overseas - she shares her passion and inspiration for her craft.

A US rapper who discovers the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is moved to meet hibakusha and join anti-nuclear groups - he sees parallels between their discrimination and that of African-Americans.

Tail rollers are all the rage with popular influencers - a father gets his own unaware of the concept of stealth marketing. Be sure to distinguish between promotional (PR) and personal posts...

We visit a store selling folding fans where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind - the accessories were popular because the shape of an open fan suggested prosperity.

This episode features a company using vending machines to sell fresh salads and another that has repurposed cigarette vending machines to sell tea.

Wildlife vet Saito Keisuke has worked with endangered raptors in Hokkaido for 30 years - he treats and releases many birds injured by human activity while also working to prevent such accidents.

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 key to tasty kiwi is a ripening process that takes place after harvest - discover new varieties being developed in Kagawa and feast your eyes on innovative dishes.

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 Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward - join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community.

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

Hosono Hitomi's botanically-themed ceramics are highly acclaimed and held in museum collections across the world - she talks about her intricate designs and unmatched technique.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, capsule beds.

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

Kemari players kick a ball into the air and strive to keep it off the ground - they master the mentality, skill and conduct of the game now played as a wish for peace throughout Japan.

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

The key to tasty kiwi is a ripening process that takes place after harvest - discover new varieties being developed in Kagawa and feast your eyes on innovative dishes.

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 culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights.

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

Kemari players kick a ball into the air and strive to keep it off the ground - they master the mentality, skill and conduct of the game now played as a wish for peace throughout Japan.