NHK World

Fresh insights into Japan. Stories behind Japanese life and culture through the eyes of Peter Baraka…

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the peopl…

An all-new program for a rapidly changing region, NHK World's Newsroom Tokyo puts the spotlight on J…

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

More than just a meal! Enjoy lunch around Japan, learning about peoples' lives and work-places and t…

Three days in the life of... Stay in one location for 72 hours, catching glimpses into people's live…

Train rides provide panoramas of landscapes and lifestyles, with opportunities to hop off and meet…

Kabuki is a world-class theater with a history of over 400 years, but is also exciting entertainment…

This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festiv…

Hard-hitting documentary series that takes an in-depth look at some of the political, economic, and…

Interviews with leaders, visionaries and pioneers who shape Asia and the world.

An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its tradi…

With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries prese…

In this program, Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology an…

Face to Face is a monthly talk show with the people making a difference in Japanese society today. T…

J-MELO is the only Japanese music show in English. It's packed with hits, exclusive performances and…

Cycle Around Japan proposes a new journey of Japan, and provides useful information to enjoy the adv…

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

Japan is a world leader in health care. This program explores cutting-edge Japanese medical technolo…

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel…

This program introduces the worldview and attraction of Japanese cuisine that cares about the overal…

Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues…

Discovering what makes Japan cool! Cool Japan is a term that describes the growing international int…

A travel show focused on the great nature of Japan's northern land, Hokkaido. We visit exquisite loc…

A natural history show that's a huge hit with families in Japan is now set to go global! The series…

Japanese inventions are used and loved around the world. Through interviews and reenactments, go beh…

This upbeat business program features the week's headlines and the latest innovations from Japan and…

Delicious food from Tokyo's markets! Learn about the amazing ingredients which are sourced from acro…

Meet people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of "MO…

NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts a variety of programs with 60 titles. This new series Dig More Japan will…

Japan has a long history of natural disasters. BOSAI explores how to overcome them and save lives wi…

Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions refle…

Veteran broadcaster Peter Barakan discovers the way of life in Japan's past, present, and future.

A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the tra…

Globe-trotting wildlife photographer and filmmaker, Iwago Mitsuaki, offers the best of a vast collec…

The best of today's sumo! Enjoy daily highlights of this dynamic sport with background info and play…

Time and Tide transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the larger worl…

Culture Crossroads comprises several regular programs with the theme of creating a multicultural soc…

Frontrunners highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazin…

Explore the rich legacy and evolution of diverse designs across Japan. Design X Stories digs into th…

Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to discover the real…

One of the most appealing features of Japan's national road network is the various Michinoeki, liter…

Our new TV program helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Jap…

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Jap…

Ramen is a savory combination of umami-packed broth and perfectly cooked noodles. This program offer…

With 70% of its land covered by mountains, Japan is a paradise for mountain climbers! Let's go enjoy…

The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amou…

NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts English-language versions of outstanding programs produced by Japan's pri…

All you need is a small desk and musical instruments. NHK is launching a Japanese version of the wor…

"Japan Delish" is a banquet of foods from overseas adopted by the Japanese. From fare steeped in tra…

Traditional festivals called matsuri are found all over Japan. In this series, we present diverse ma…

A family of mice navigate the treacherous world of online information in MICE MEDIA: Lessons in Inte…

Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets…

Pianos are placed in airports, stations and on street corners around the world for anyone to play. J…

Do you know what "origami" is? It is a magic made from a single sheet of paper. This program showcas…

Join chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto as they take us on a culinary journey through the sea…

Chatroom Japan is a platform for NHK WORLD-JAPAN to engage with international residents in Japan. Th…

"Ekiben" are lunch boxes sold at train stations enjoyed during train journeys which are filled with…

"Listen to the Earth" is a disaster prevention series where children and adults alike are encouraged…

Based on the life of An Katsumasa, a Korean psychiatrist who lived in Japan, this series tells the s…

Japan's legendary martial arts―Budo. Their origins can be traced to the warrior traditions of the sa…

Digital Eye is an investigative journalism program making full use of geospatial and open source dat…

JAPAN SPORTSCOPE showcases the hidden gems of Japan's sports scene - all locations accessible to the…

Japan has over 14,000 islands, many of them small and home to only a few people. Life on these remot…

Japan has suffered major earthquakes and learned many lessons in how to prepare for them. This progr…

Embark on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan. Fly to airports nationwide and enjoy br…

A taxi is an unusual place. A fleeting moment, just you and the driver. Uncover the true faces of ci…

For 40 years, Small Journeys has been an NHK staple, with each episode featuring a single reporter's…

Treasure Box Japan is a series of programs by local community broadcasters. Get an inside perspectiv…

Japan has around 3,000 natural onsen, and the more out-of-the-way ones are the most intriguing. A sh…

Savor Japan's iconic sights on a two-hour condensed course. Ideal for travelers and dreamers alike,…

Here is the high-resolution movie by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara Prefecture, with ex…