NHK World HD Thursday

Today's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word - physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights.

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.

Falconers are people who breed and train hawks for hunting - tune in to see how they combat pests such as crows and pigeons and, of course, what they do for lunch.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes 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

Stressing the need for awareness, Global Chief Heat Officer Eleni Myrivili leads the response to extreme heat that threatens lives and livelihoods worldwide - she outlines ideal countermeasures.

Visit speciality tofu makers across Tokyo that are deeply rooted in their local communities and see how the traditional food has come to be used in all kinds of cuisine from east to west.

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

Today: Kitayama cedar lends a quality of polished dignity and beauty. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

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

Renowned Vietnamese American chef Peter Cuong Franklin explains how growing up in Vietnam and then the US inspired him to reinvent traditional dishes using innovative ideas and techniques.

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

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

Today's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word - physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

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

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights.

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

New streetcar Haga Utsunomiya LRT opened in Tochigi Prefecture in August 2023 - LRT is a next-generation transportation system that uses low-floor vehicles. See its current status and challenges here.

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

Today: Kitayama cedar lends a quality of polished dignity and beauty. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

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

Renowned Vietnamese American chef Peter Cuong Franklin explains how growing up in Vietnam and then the US inspired him to reinvent traditional dishes using innovative ideas and techniques.

Falconers are people who breed and train hawks for hunting - tune in to see how they combat pests such as crows and pigeons and, of course, what they do for lunch.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes 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

Today's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word - physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

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

Stressing the need for awareness, Global Chief Heat Officer Eleni Myrivili leads the response to extreme heat that threatens lives and livelihoods worldwide - she outlines ideal countermeasures.

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

The stories behind hit Japanese products and top creations for niche markets - this time, ultra-thin silk fabrics and membrane structures.

Peter Barakan visits key locations and meets more experts with fascinating cultural insights.

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

New streetcar Haga Utsunomiya LRT opened in Tochigi Prefecture in August 2023 - LRT is a next-generation transportation system that uses low-floor vehicles. See its current status and challenges here.

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

Today: Kitayama cedar lends a quality of polished dignity and beauty. The ancient capital of Kyoto continues to be innovative after 1,200 years - we dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

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

Today's theme: Book Design. Digital books mean rapid change for the printed word - physical cover designs focus on texture and fragrance to enchant potential readers. Explore the world of book design.

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

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

Featured recipe: Tempura Udon. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

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.

Falconers are people who breed and train hawks for hunting - tune in to see how they combat pests such as crows and pigeons and, of course, what they do for lunch.

NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes 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

The stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change.

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

Farwiza Farhan founded the NGO HAkA to save Sumatra's rainforests - she trains locals as rangers, uses drones and satellite data, and works with authorities to stop illegal logging and protect nature.

Marc makes chicken tender rolls with two Japanese stuffings, Maki wraps her meat rolls with nori, and Bento Topics introduces a temple famous for its Zen Buddhist cuisine, including a vegan burger.

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

New streetcar Haga Utsunomiya LRT opened in Tochigi Prefecture in August 2023 - LRT is a next-generation transportation system that uses low-floor vehicles. See its current status and challenges here.

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.

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 Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

Farwiza Farhan founded the NGO HAkA to save Sumatra's rainforests - she trains locals as rangers, uses drones and satellite data, and works with authorities to stop illegal logging and protect nature.

The stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change.