NHK World - Japan HD Today

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 imperial court 1200 years ago used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time - some are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them today.

Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed.

Mamachari bikes, which originated in Japan, are designed to meet the needs of all kinds of people and even helped women enter the workforce - we discover what makes them so unique and special.

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 auto repair shop in Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture serves a rice bowl once a week - Ms Kuroda, who helped run the company for years with her late husband, started making these meals at the age of 70.

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

Spring oysters, packed with umami before spawning, have been attracting attention in recent years. We visit Hiroshima, Japan's largest oyster-producing region, to learn more.

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

The imperial court 1200 years ago used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time - some are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them today.

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

Mishiro Kenshi creates installations with ornate bamboo lanterns known as 'take-akari' - he talks about the potential of the craft including his work to bring light to disaster-stricken communities.

Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season

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.

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

Mamachari bikes, which originated in Japan, are designed to meet the needs of all kinds of people and even helped women enter the workforce - we discover what makes them so unique and special.

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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 imperial court 1200 years ago used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time - some are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them today.

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 auto repair shop in Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture serves a rice bowl once a week - Ms Kuroda, who helped run the company for years with her late husband, started making these meals at the age of 70.

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.

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

Mishiro Kenshi creates installations with ornate bamboo lanterns known as 'take-akari' - he talks about the potential of the craft including his work to bring light to disaster-stricken communities.

Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season

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

A popular hiking guide in northern Japan brings smiles to the faces of all her clients - what events from her past brought her to where she is today, and what is her secret for spreading happiness?

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic 'Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.'

Mamachari bikes, which originated in Japan, are designed to meet the needs of all kinds of people and even helped women enter the workforce - we discover what makes them so unique and special.

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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 imperial court 1200 years ago used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time - some are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them today.

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

An auto repair shop in Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture serves a rice bowl once a week - Ms Kuroda, who helped run the company for years with her late husband, started making these meals at the age of 70.

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

In 2020, Cambodia launched a digital currency - today 90% of cash in use is the US dollar, but the new tech promotes the local currency, usage has taken off in cities, and rural regions are next.

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

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

Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president in June 2024 - with half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

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

Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

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

In 2020, Cambodia launched a digital currency - today 90% of cash in use is the US dollar, but the new tech promotes the local currency, usage has taken off in cities, and rural regions are next.