Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Small octopus balls cooked on grills have engendered a food culture unto their own and are Osaka's leading soul food. Explore the essence of Osaka that prizes tasty, affordable, and satisfying food.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka. Behold the sublime beauty of Mt. Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

Discover the magic of the traditional Japanese craft of making various shapes from a single sheet of paper. Meet talented origami artists from all around the globe who are creating incredible pieces. Also, we present tips for beginners on how to make simple origami models in an easy way.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

The ultra-modern mega-city of Tokyo was once called Edo many centuries ago. The traditional, everyday life of the million or so inhabitants of Edo lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. The vibrant and alluring Edo era was renowned for its deep fascination with artistic accomplishments and creativity of which the Ukiyo-e woodprints are a prime example. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual print which also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time. As well as admiring the beauty and significance of the work of artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, the viewer is also presented with the stories behind the images and the artists.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Unique documentary series that takes viewers on an aerial journey over the Japanese archipelago. See the stunning landscapes, meet a variety of people, and discover more about their occupations and traditions. Through the changing seasons, take a look at the country's diversity, from the island of Hokkaido in the north, to the islands of Honshu and Shikoku, and Kyushu in the south. Viewers also have a chance to see Tokyo, the capital and most populous prefecture of Japan, and Kyoto, the country's imperial and cultural capital for over 1000 years.

Working together to share the better future. Inspiring stories of Japanese people working with communities in developing countries to help solve issues with new ideas and efforts.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Programme that shows viewers all the beauty and the timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital Kyoto. Discover the charm of this magnificent city, rich with culture and tradition, and see how it still innovates and inspires, even after 1,200 years.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Today's theme: JOMON. Between 14,000-300 BCE the ancient people of the Jomon period lived in harmony with nature, creating beautiful, primitive designs that still inspire today. Join us as we explore!

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Captivating programme in which host Peter Barakan explores various aspects of traditional and contemporary Japanese life and culture- food, practices, innovations, and much more, while American Japanophile and co-presenter Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme. The show also includes interviews with experts in various fields.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Amazing show that introduces Japanese food that can be obtained at Tokyo's famous food markets. Here, every kind of fresh food, from seafood, fruit and vegetables, to matcha, tofu, and much more, is gathered from around the country. Programme traces unique Japanese foods from the market back to their original source.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Programme that shows viewers all the beauty and the timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital Kyoto. Discover the charm of this magnificent city, rich with culture and tradition, and see how it still innovates and inspires, even after 1,200 years.

This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Today's theme: JOMON. Between 14,000-300 BCE the ancient people of the Jomon period lived in harmony with nature, creating beautiful, primitive designs that still inspire today. Join us as we explore!

This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

Captivating programme in which host Peter Barakan explores various aspects of traditional and contemporary Japanese life and culture- food, practices, innovations, and much more, while American Japanophile and co-presenter Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme. The show also includes interviews with experts in various fields.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Unique documentary series that takes viewers on an aerial journey over the Japanese archipelago. See the stunning landscapes, meet a variety of people, and discover more about their occupations and traditions. Through the changing seasons, take a look at the country's diversity, from the island of Hokkaido in the north, to the islands of Honshu and Shikoku, and Kyushu in the south. Viewers also have a chance to see Tokyo, the capital and most populous prefecture of Japan, and Kyoto, the country's imperial and cultural capital for over 1000 years.

The Kinmen Islands, located just offshore of mainland China, have long been at the forefront of military tensions. Now, the legacy of this conflict is becoming popular with tourists.

The Kinmen Islands, just offshore of the Chinese mainland, are known for strong winds. We visit their rich culture that has been influenced by the mainland while being nurtured by the winds.

Uncover the incredible world of Japanese national parks, their unique beauty, diversity, and pristine natural environments. The country has got 34 national parks, and they are the embodiment of Japan's bond with nature. The country and its people are proud of their magnificent mountains, waterfalls, forests, and emerald blue oceans and go above and beyond to protect them.

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Amazing show that introduces Japanese food that can be obtained at Tokyo's famous food markets. Here, every kind of fresh food, from seafood, fruit and vegetables, to matcha, tofu, and much more, is gathered from around the country. Programme traces unique Japanese foods from the market back to their original source.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Programme that shows viewers all the beauty and the timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital Kyoto. Discover the charm of this magnificent city, rich with culture and tradition, and see how it still innovates and inspires, even after 1,200 years.

Find out all the latest news and most important developments from Japan and the rest of Asia. See the expert reports and analysis, and discover what's happening in the entertainment world. Programme also includes interviews with different newsmakers. Anchored by Yoshioka Takuma, Shibuya Aki, and Yuko Fukushima.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The ultra-modern mega-city of Tokyo was once called Edo many centuries ago. The traditional, everyday life of the million or so inhabitants of Edo lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. The vibrant and alluring Edo era was renowned for its deep fascination with artistic accomplishments and creativity of which the Ukiyo-e woodprints are a prime example. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual print which also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time. As well as admiring the beauty and significance of the work of artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, the viewer is also presented with the stories behind the images and the artists.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Today's theme: JOMON. Between 14,000-300 BCE the ancient people of the Jomon period lived in harmony with nature, creating beautiful, primitive designs that still inspire today. Join us as we explore!

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Captivating programme in which host Peter Barakan explores various aspects of traditional and contemporary Japanese life and culture- food, practices, innovations, and much more, while American Japanophile and co-presenter Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme. The show also includes interviews with experts in various fields.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Interesting programme that focuses on rail transport in Japan. Find out all the important facts and secrets of Japan's railways, learn about new technologies, get a variety of travel tips, and discover all the amazing, must-see places you can visit and how to get there.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Programme that shows viewers all the beauty and the timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital Kyoto. Discover the charm of this magnificent city, rich with culture and tradition, and see how it still innovates and inspires, even after 1,200 years.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The Matsu Islands, located just offshore of mainland China, are said to have been where the Taoist goddess Matsu drifted ashore. We visit the islands during their Chinese New Year festivities.

The Kinmen Islands, located just offshore of mainland China, have long been at the forefront of military tensions. Now, the legacy of this conflict is becoming popular with tourists.

Uncover the incredible world of Japanese national parks, their unique beauty, diversity, and pristine natural environments. The country has got 34 national parks, and they are the embodiment of Japan's bond with nature. The country and its people are proud of their magnificent mountains, waterfalls, forests, and emerald blue oceans and go above and beyond to protect them.

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Today's theme: JOMON. Between 14,000-300 BCE the ancient people of the Jomon period lived in harmony with nature, creating beautiful, primitive designs that still inspire today. Join us as we explore!

Find out all the latest news and most important developments from Japan and the rest of Asia. See the expert reports and analysis, and discover what's happening in the entertainment world. Programme also includes interviews with different newsmakers. Anchored by Yoshioka Takuma, Shibuya Aki, and Yuko Fukushima.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The ultra-modern mega-city of Tokyo was once called Edo many centuries ago. The traditional, everyday life of the million or so inhabitants of Edo lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. The vibrant and alluring Edo era was renowned for its deep fascination with artistic accomplishments and creativity of which the Ukiyo-e woodprints are a prime example. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual print which also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time. As well as admiring the beauty and significance of the work of artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, the viewer is also presented with the stories behind the images and the artists.

Programme that introduces a variety of unique products and inventions that are coming from Japan. From the water-purifying powder, handheld digital pets known as Tamagotchi, to instant ramen, dinosaur robots, planetariums, and much more, these are Japan's Top Inventions.

Captivating programme in which host Peter Barakan explores various aspects of traditional and contemporary Japanese life and culture- food, practices, innovations, and much more, while American Japanophile and co-presenter Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme. The show also includes interviews with experts in various fields.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Interesting programme that focuses on rail transport in Japan. Find out all the important facts and secrets of Japan's railways, learn about new technologies, get a variety of travel tips, and discover all the amazing, must-see places you can visit and how to get there.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.