NHK World - Japan Wednesday

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Hamelin, is famed for 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin.'

Tateishi is a riverside neighborhood in eastern Tokyo that developed as a center of manufacturing. We learn about the local dyeing and toy industries and explore an old-fashioned shopping arcade

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 Christians went into hiding after Christianity was outlawed in Japan during the 17th century - explore the ruins where some made their last stand and the beautiful Oura Cathedral.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Perth in Australia

This series presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period - this episode spotlights ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's debut work 'The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei'.

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

The highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long and heavy pole - follow the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!

The temple chefs use freshly picked bamboo shoots to prepare chirashizushi - this springtime treat is the perfect addition to the cherry blossom-viewing party menu.

Revered as a sacred peak for 1,400 years, Gassan is where ancestral spirits are said to reside - our explorer joins worshippers who climb to be with the dead.

We take in Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain, and meet some cats on the way - one called Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard as another patrols its 100-year-old winery home.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level - with a reflective pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

At Mt. Fuji's 3,776-meter summit, scientists study clouds, lightning, and climate. Vanguard Researchers features a mind-controlled prosthetic arm

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

A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

Water researchers have established the term 'water bankruptcy,' an irreversible condition approached by many regions in which social and environmental factors exhaust the water supply

A 140-year-old store sells delicate, hand-crafted Japanese confectionery. Traditional techniques present floral beauty in sweets, and the seasonal colours of Izumo are shown in time-lapse images

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 Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

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 gourmet tour of ramen all around Japan - this time: Fukuoka, the birthplace of tonkotsu. Looking at three different styles, we learn this ramen's secrets and the story of its creation.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

We visit an Edo-style open-air teahouse where townspeople enjoyed refreshments, conversation, and the company of exotic birds - for them, these outings were about more than a good time.

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

Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky - team members pour heart and soul into their efforts.

The temple chefs use freshly picked bamboo shoots to prepare chirashizushi - this springtime treat is the perfect addition to the cherry blossom-viewing party menu.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Hamelin, is famed for 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin.'

This series presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period - this episode spotlights ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's debut work 'The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei'.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level - with a reflective pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

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 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 Christians went into hiding after Christianity was outlawed in Japan during the 17th century - explore the ruins where some made their last stand and the beautiful Oura Cathedral.

The temple chefs use freshly picked bamboo shoots to prepare chirashizushi - this springtime treat is the perfect addition to the cherry blossom-viewing party menu.

Tateishi is a riverside neighborhood in eastern Tokyo that developed as a center of manufacturing. We learn about the local dyeing and toy industries and explore an old-fashioned shopping arcade

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 highlight of Onabare is nerikomi, which involves the careful wielding of a long and heavy pole - follow the parade of a portable shrine through the streets with performances along the way.

Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!

Hagi, a World Heritage site of ten described as an 'open-air museum,' is lined with merchant and samurai houses and retains much of its 17th-century townscape. Soak in the atmosphere, in time-lapse

Revered as a sacred peak for 1,400 years, Gassan is where ancestral spirits are said to reside - our explorer joins worshippers who climb to be with the dead.

We take in Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain, and meet some cats on the way - one called Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard as another patrols its 100-year-old winery home.

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Perth in Australia

This series presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period - this episode spotlights ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's debut work 'The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei'.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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

A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level - with a reflective pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

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 whirlwind tour of Hokkaido's best ramen! Why not whet your appetite with the origin story of Sapporo miso ramen?

Fly high from Shizuoka Airport - the nearest airport to Mount Fuji - as breathtaking window views and special cockpit footage await!

A master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity types at a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, and in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP...

At Mt. Fuji's 3,776-meter summit, scientists study clouds, lightning, and climate. Vanguard Researchers features a mind-controlled prosthetic arm

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

Japanese Christians went into hiding after Christianity was outlawed in Japan during the 17th century - explore the ruins where some made their last stand and the beautiful Oura Cathedral.

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 Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Perth in Australia

Tateishi is a riverside neighborhood in eastern Tokyo that developed as a center of manufacturing. We learn about the local dyeing and toy industries and explore an old-fashioned shopping arcade

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

Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky - team members pour heart and soul into their efforts.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: automatic floodgates

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Revered as a sacred peak for 1,400 years, Gassan is where ancestral spirits are said to reside - our explorer joins worshippers who climb to be with the dead.

We take in Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain, and meet some cats on the way - one called Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard as another patrols its 100-year-old winery home.

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 Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies as farmers face an ultimatum: adapt, or lose their livelihoods.

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

A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

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 variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Johan Leutwiler from Switzerland is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith - in a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword-making.

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Vancouver, a seaport Canadian city

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 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 Kyle Card hikes the San'in Kaigan Geopark trail and traces the Earth's memory through Uradome's jagged coast, Tottori's dunes, and Genbudo's hexagonal columns.

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

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

A 15-minute spin-off of the 'Somewhere Street' series, 'A Short Stroll' explores cities through a traveller's eyes. Today we visit Auckland, New Zealand's largest city

Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies as farmers face an ultimatum: adapt, or lose their livelihoods.