NHK World Monday

An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Prefecture in August 2024 - participants aimed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. We review the story and learn maths expressions.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain what part of your body ails you, say the part, then the particle 'ga' followed by adjectives like 'itai' - meaning painful - and finally 'n desu'.

Japan's taxi industry is hiring more and more foreign drivers in response to a serious labour shortage - this programme introduces efforts by both the government and taxi companies to facilitate this.

This time we explain our programme schedule for the latter half of 2024 and introduce 'Documentary 360', the English version of the show that presents quality documentaries produced in Japanese.

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

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.

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 15 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Fukuoka.

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

Ikehara Masaki's company takes detritus such as volcanic ash and seashells and transforms them into regional souvenirs. He talks about the potential of their proprietary solidification technology.

Ozawa Kenji's nonstop performance delivers nine beloved tracks in a one-take session that filled the NHK office with a rollercoaster of emotions from tension and warmth and even tears.

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

We meet Australian Michael No who performs a mounted archery ritual at a shrine in Tochigi, and Tantely Rasoanjanahary from Madagascar who works at a food-processing machinery maker in Hiroshima.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

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.

An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Prefecture in August 2024 - participants aimed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. We review the story and learn maths expressions.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain what part of your body ails you, say the part, then the particle 'ga' followed by adjectives like 'itai' - meaning painful - and finally 'n desu'.

Japan's taxi industry is hiring more and more foreign drivers in response to a serious labour shortage - this programme introduces efforts by both the government and taxi companies to facilitate this.

This time we explain our programme schedule for the latter half of 2024 and introduce 'Documentary 360', the English version of the show that presents quality documentaries produced in Japanese.

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

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.

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

We meet Australian Michael No who performs a mounted archery ritual at a shrine in Tochigi, and Tantely Rasoanjanahary from Madagascar who works at a food-processing machinery maker in Hiroshima.

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

'Direct Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

The stories behind hit Japanese products plus top creations for niche markets - this time, fan-cooled workwear and marine cargo tanks.

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 abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Prefecture in August 2024 - participants aimed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. We review the story and learn maths expressions.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain what part of your body ails you, say the part, then the particle 'ga' followed by adjectives like 'itai' - meaning painful - and finally 'n desu'.

Japan's taxi industry is hiring more and more foreign drivers in response to a serious labour shortage - this programme introduces efforts by both the government and taxi companies to facilitate this.

This time we explain our programme schedule for the latter half of 2024 and introduce 'Documentary 360', the English version of the show that presents quality documentaries produced in Japanese.

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

Ikehara Masaki's company takes detritus such as volcanic ash and seashells and transforms them into regional souvenirs. He talks about the potential of their proprietary solidification technology.

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

The population of Ogatsu in northeast Japan has plummeted since the 2011 tsunami - we visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of drawers to its former glory.

A pair of canoers take on one of the fastest-flowing streams in Hokkaido to feast their eyes on a valley adorned with autumn leaves - it's a paddler's delight to enjoy splendid views from their canoe!

The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions - this time: Ainu Forest.

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.

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

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.

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

We meet Australian Michael No who performs a mounted archery ritual at a shrine in Tochigi, and Tantely Rasoanjanahary from Madagascar who works at a food-processing machinery maker in Hiroshima.

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 abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Prefecture in August 2024 - participants aimed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. We review the story and learn maths expressions.

#25 My throat hurts. / To explain what part of your body ails you, say the part, then the particle 'ga' followed by adjectives like 'itai' - meaning painful - and finally 'n desu'.

Japan's taxi industry is hiring more and more foreign drivers in response to a serious labour shortage - this programme introduces efforts by both the government and taxi companies to facilitate this.

This time we explain our programme schedule for the latter half of 2024 and introduce 'Documentary 360', the English version of the show that presents quality documentaries produced in Japanese.

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 short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions - this time: Ainu Houses.

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.

The population of Ogatsu in northeast Japan has plummeted since the 2011 tsunami - we visit a fishing family and a traditional dancer who love their hometown and are trying to keep traditions alive.

A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking

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

Bill Sullivan introduces three locations that he hopes to visit once the pandemic is over - get to know the real Japan on this programme and discover useful travel tips.

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

Omune Kosuke is an award-winning clown - as part of his work, he's been visiting hospitals and evacuation shelters in Ukraine to entertain children in need of support. He talks about what drives him.

Chef Rika's kara-age is perfect as a main dish, snack or lunchbox treat - try her easy 'all 1' recipe and savour an original recipe that's been passed down for years at a renowned Tokyo restaurant.

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 discount women's clothing store in Ueno, Tokyo, attracts customers for many reasons. We spent three days listening to their stories.

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

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.

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

Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics.

Japan is constantly developing new technologies in diverse fields including architecture and railroads - we dig a little deeper into the latest cutting-edge developments.

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

Omune Kosuke is an award-winning clown - as part of his work, he's been visiting hospitals and evacuation shelters in Ukraine to entertain children in need of support. He talks about what drives him.

Bill Sullivan introduces three locations that he hopes to visit once the pandemic is over - get to know the real Japan on this programme and discover useful travel tips.