NHK World - Japan Today

Kaisendon is a colourful Japanese dish featuring fresh sashimi over rice - master the art of zuke as Chef Rika shows us how to marinate lean tuna in her signature soy sauce.

From beginners to pros, one gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and skill levels - each member has a unique reason for training here as we find out what they're wrestling with in their lives.

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 World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 2 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Osaka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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 researchers are uncovering more and more of matcha's benefits, from improving sleep and cognitive function to easing depression and even boosting muscle mass.

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

George Cockle discovers the appeal of the castle town of Ogaki, a place which is also famous for its many spring water wells and the culture that evolved along its river.

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

Nakajima Hiromitsu makes supportive devices for world-class para-athletes such as gold medal-winning wheelchair tennis player Kamiji Yui - he talks about helping them perform at their best.

Kiriboshi daikon: daikon radish that's cut and sun-dried to preserve it. Both tasty and nutritious, it's gaining traction as a health food - discover more about its unique texture and versatility.

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.

Kaisendon is a colourful Japanese dish featuring fresh sashimi over rice - master the art of zuke as Chef Rika shows us how to marinate lean tuna in her signature soy sauce.

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

From beginners to pros, one gym in Tokyo welcomes people of all ages and skill levels - each member has a unique reason for training here as we find out what they're wrestling with in their lives.

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

Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences

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

George Cockle discovers the appeal of the castle town of Ogaki, a place which is also famous for its many spring water wells and the culture that evolved along its river.

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 World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 3 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Osaka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Kaisendon is a colourful Japanese dish featuring fresh sashimi over rice - master the art of zuke as Chef Rika shows us how to marinate lean tuna in her signature soy sauce.

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

Originating in Japan, the phenomenon of wind phones has now spread worldwide - these special phones which aren't connected to a telephone line have the power to connect people with lost loved ones.

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

Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences

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

George Cockle discovers the appeal of the castle town of Ogaki, a place which is also famous for its many spring water wells and the culture that evolved along its river.

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

Kaisendon is a colourful Japanese dish featuring fresh sashimi over rice - master the art of zuke as Chef Rika shows us how to marinate lean tuna in her signature soy sauce.

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 World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 3 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Osaka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Okachimachi is an area just north of Akihabara renowned for its jewellery district - its story involves Buddhist craftspeople, American servicemen and, more recently, communities of foreign artisans.

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

Ito Junji is a horror manga artist renowned worldwide for his intricate artwork and unique vision which earned him a place in the prestigious Eisner Awards Hall of Fame in 2025 - what inspires him?

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

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

Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences

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 World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 3 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Osaka.

Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Okachimachi is an area just north of Akihabara renowned for its jewellery district - its story involves Buddhist craftspeople, American servicemen and, more recently, communities of foreign artisans.