NHK World - Japan Wednesday

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent.

Health tech entrepreneur Ajima Masumi has developed an app to analyse the condition of children with developmental disorders and help them reach their potential regardless of their background.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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 swords are called 'metal made art' - the once-lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery.

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

Join us as we explore the Haneda district - best known for its airport - as we trace its history and learn about its past as a fishing community and tourist destination famous for its ocean views.

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

Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.

Riverside Sawmill: Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life; long, narrow beams, bamboo stems, and leftover wood stacked high as buildings.

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

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent.

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

Health tech entrepreneur Ajima Masumi has developed an app to analyse the condition of children with developmental disorders and help them reach their potential regardless of their background.

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

Hakusai (Chinese cabbage) is a winter staple in Japan - discover unique farming and harvesting techniques and see its use in pickles, popular ramen, and French cuisine.

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 as we explore the Haneda district - best known for its airport - as we trace its history and learn about its past as a fishing community and tourist destination famous for its ocean views.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent.

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

Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.

Riverside Sawmill: Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life; long, narrow beams, bamboo stems, and leftover wood stacked high as buildings.

Japanese swords are called 'metal made art' - the once-lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery.

Health tech entrepreneur Ajima Masumi has developed an app to analyse the condition of children with developmental disorders and help them reach their potential regardless of their background.

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

Hakusai (Chinese cabbage) is a winter staple in Japan - discover unique farming and harvesting techniques and see its use in pickles, popular ramen, and French cuisine.

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 as we explore the Haneda district - best known for its airport - as we trace its history and learn about its past as a fishing community and tourist destination famous for its ocean views.

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

Otani Sho is the first Japanese professional to be named Nature Photographer of the Year by the prestigious International Photography Awards; he talks about capturing the beauty of tiny sea creatures.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, concentrated laundry detergent.

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

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the historic tale of Kiuchi Sogo, a village headman who sacrifices his life begging a shogun to save his fellow farmers from starvation.

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

Traditional tsukemono (pickles) preserve centuries of wisdom and allow the vegetables' inherent flavours to shine - picklers uphold tradition while embracing new challenges for modern tastes.

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

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan, but also depicted in works of art - they may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

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

Hakusai (Chinese cabbage) is a winter staple in Japan - discover unique farming and harvesting techniques and see its use in pickles, popular ramen, and French cuisine.

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

Traditional tsukemono (pickles) preserve centuries of wisdom and allow the vegetables' inherent flavours to shine - picklers uphold tradition while embracing new challenges for modern tastes.