NHK World Friday

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!

Clay developed by a downtown Tokyo pencil maker using sawdust from the pencil making process, it feels just like ordinary clay, is eco-friendly, and, when dry, behaves just like wood

Featuring a journey through history in Hagi City, a high-quality transportation service, an educational exchange between Japan and South Korea, and food products from Hokuriku for the overseas market.

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 spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.

Miyadaiku are carpenters who specialise in shrines and temples - explore the spirit and wisdom infused in the woodworking techniques of these artisans handed down through the ages.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple autumn treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat - just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

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

Scottish filmmaker Gordon Buchanan is one of the most famous cameramen in the UK due to his 30 years filming of wildlife in some of the remotest areas of the planet

In 2022, JR West announced the income and expenditure for local lines with particularly low ridership - see how the local government and community are working to promote the use of these lines.

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 October 2022, a tragedy took place at an Indonesian soccer stadium that took the lives of 135 people - as families seek justice, others seek to transform Indonesia's often violent soccer culture.

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

Emmanuel Gerard established a collaboration between a 600-year-old French industry and Hayao Miyazaki's globally popular animations - its mission goes beyond Franco-Japanese cultural exchange.

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.

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!

Clay developed by a downtown Tokyo pencil maker using sawdust from the pencil making process, it feels just like ordinary clay, is eco-friendly, and, when dry, behaves just like wood

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

Featuring a journey through history in Hagi City, a high-quality transportation service, an educational exchange between Japan and South Korea, and food products from Hokuriku for the overseas market.

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 programmes focusing on Japan.

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 October 2022, a tragedy took place at an Indonesian soccer stadium that took the lives of 135 people - as families seek justice, others seek to transform Indonesia's often violent soccer culture.

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

Emmanuel Gerard established a collaboration between a 600-year-old French industry and Hayao Miyazaki's globally popular animations - its mission goes beyond Franco-Japanese cultural exchange.

Miyadaiku are carpenters who specialise in shrines and temples - explore the spirit and wisdom infused in the woodworking techniques of these artisans handed down through the ages.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple autumn treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat - just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

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

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!

Clay developed by a downtown Tokyo pencil maker using sawdust from the pencil making process, it feels just like ordinary clay, is eco-friendly, and, when dry, behaves just like wood

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

Scottish filmmaker Gordon Buchanan is one of the most famous cameramen in the UK due to his 30 years filming of wildlife in some of the remotest areas of the planet

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

Muse cells were discovered by a Japanese researcher - they are found in the human body and have the unique ability to repair tissues. We examine their potential in treating intractable diseases.

Featuring a journey through history in Hagi City, a high-quality transportation service, an educational exchange between Japan and South Korea, and food products from Hokuriku for the overseas market.

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 programmes focusing on Japan.

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 October 2022, a tragedy took place at an Indonesian soccer stadium that took the lives of 135 people - as families seek justice, others seek to transform Indonesia's often violent soccer culture.

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

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!

Clay developed by a downtown Tokyo pencil maker using sawdust from the pencil making process, it feels just like ordinary clay, is eco-friendly, and, when dry, behaves just like wood

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 spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.

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

The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 B.C. - we examine various aspects of Jomon society with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: the Oyu Stone Circles.

'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at karakuri ningyo, or mechanical dolls. Their clever mechanisms have been entertaining the public for centuries.

Miyadaiku are carpenters who specialise in shrines and temples - explore the spirit and wisdom infused in the woodworking techniques of these artisans handed down through the ages.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple autumn treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat - just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

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

Many parents who have a history of abuse have been saved by a unique community - it is called Muginoko Village, which helps children with developmental disabilities and their parents to grow together.

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 wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

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 documentary series that focuses on first-class professionals from various fields.

Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals; Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine

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 programmes focusing on Japan.

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

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 chonmage is the distinctive hairstyle of the samurai - through interviews and experiments, we set out to discover the truth about when and how it came into being.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

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

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

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time 'Pythagora Equipment Academy'...