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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

Koike Hiroshi, one of Asia's leading directors, has staged innovative productions with artists from around the world for over 40 years - he shares his thoughts on diversity and the creative process.

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to mountains. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Crests are symbols of families and organisations - once the privilege of the imperial and samurai classes, they were adopted by merchants and the populace as marks of pride.

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaido's traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.

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

Shoshana Stewart is President of Turquoise Mountain - established in 2006, it works to protect heritage and communities at risk around the world.

Artificial photosynthesis is a technology mimicking plant photosynthesis to make clean energy - find out incredible new methods for hydrogen production and homes powered by artificial photosynthesis.

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

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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

Koike Hiroshi, one of Asia's leading directors, has staged innovative productions with artists from around the world for over 40 years - he shares his thoughts on diversity and the creative process.

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

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

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to mountains. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Crests are symbols of families and organisations - once the privilege of the imperial and samurai classes, they were adopted by merchants and the populace as marks of pride.

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

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaido's traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

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

Is octopus a superfood? Enjoy traditional fishing and dishes in Akashi - a major production area - and see how low-fat, high-protein octopus can be used in French cuisine to highlight its potential.

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

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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

Koike Hiroshi, one of Asia's leading directors, has staged innovative productions with artists from around the world for over 40 years - he shares his thoughts on diversity and the creative process.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.

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 Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to mountains. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Crests are symbols of families and organisations - once the privilege of the imperial and samurai classes, they were adopted by merchants and the populace as marks of pride.

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

Shoshana Stewart is President of Turquoise Mountain - established in 2006, it works to protect heritage and communities at risk around the world.

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

Seventy-nine years later, the latest science is revealing the true extent of the radioactive 'black rain' that fell in the aftermath of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

Monbetsu Atsushi is a cultural and wildlife advocate working to preserve Hokkaido's traditional Ainu culture through ancient practices including hunting and forest management.

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

Is octopus a superfood? Enjoy traditional fishing and dishes in Akashi - a major production area - and see how low-fat, high-protein octopus can be used in French cuisine to highlight its potential.

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

We visit Fussa, a suburban area in western Tokyo known for the presence of a U.S. military base. Join us as we discover its rural roots and trace its evolution into a vibrant multicultural town.

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 Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to mountains. Explore the unique culture behind them.

Crests are symbols of families and organisations - once the privilege of the imperial and samurai classes, they were adopted by merchants and the populace as marks of pride.

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

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place.

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.

Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.

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 UNESCO-registered Buddhist temple houses many precious items. Its buildings and statues are National Treasures, but its paper records attract domestic specialists for evaluation and designation.

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

An organisation in Thailand provides free medical care in out-of-reach rural areas and free CPR workshops to realise effective medical care for all - Dr Lalana Kongtoranin talks about her goal.

Today's theme: Creative Archives. Social change has led to unique projects for archiving things of value - our presenters visit these archives to explore how sharing design helps build new creations.

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

End-of-life planning is spreading in Japan, with many people now thinking hard about what to do with their cremated remains. We learn about diverse graves, including options such as 'tree burials.'

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

Is octopus a superfood? Enjoy traditional fishing and dishes in Akashi - a major production area - and see how low-fat, high-protein octopus can be used in French cuisine to highlight its potential.

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

Third-grade boy Itsuki loves his swimming school coaches and wrote to us wishing to join them for lunch - his wish came true as he had lunch with them after a special tour of their room.

Featured recipe: Yaki-udon with Yuzukosho. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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 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.