NHK World HD Thursday

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

Pioneering a cruelty-free method of growing meat through cell cultivation technology, former cardiologist Uma Valeti hopes to meet increasing global demand while reducing environmental harm.

The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to innovate after 1,200 years - this definitive programme dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and landscape.

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights as Plus One gives 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

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about people's lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers' daily meals.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Enoki are the most produced mushroom in Japan - the thin white mushrooms are a staple ingredient in hot pot dishes. Check out amazing cultivation methods and feast your eyes on some unique recipes.

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 ancient capital of Kyoto continues to innovate after 1,200 years - this definitive programme dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and landscape.

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

Pioneering a cruelty-free method of growing meat through cell cultivation technology, former cardiologist Uma Valeti hopes to meet increasing global demand while reducing environmental harm.

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.

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

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights as Plus One gives 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 Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

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 ancient capital of Kyoto continues to innovate after 1,200 years - this definitive programme dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and landscape.

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

Pioneering a cruelty-free method of growing meat through cell cultivation technology, former cardiologist Uma Valeti hopes to meet increasing global demand while reducing environmental harm.

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about people's lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers' daily meals.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

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

The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is 'Japan's Top Inventions'

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights as Plus One gives 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 Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

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 ancient capital of Kyoto continues to innovate after 1,200 years - this definitive programme dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and landscape.

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

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

The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea - we explore their history and legacy with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Noshima Island.

This programme takes you on an aerial journey across 21st-century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about people's lives and workplaces and the stories behind workers' daily meals.

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 stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

Sawayanagi Naoshi and Hirota Takuya see the clothes they make from beginning to end, using only all-natural materials so they can be safely decomposed by microorganisms in soil.

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 wide range of topics featuring Japanese culture and society are introduced.

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 Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.

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

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, a blade wielded by the world's most famous swordsman Miyamoto Musashi: Musashi Masamune.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

The stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change.