NHK World HD Wednesday

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

Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka - when video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

We hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to blue. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

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.

A family tragedy during a civil war sees two brothers, both brilliant strategists, fight on opposing sides - the story takes place against a real historical background.

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

Polish veterinarian Radoslaw Fedaczynski is head of an animal shelter that is working to save animals caught up in the horror of the ongoing conflict in Poland's neighbour Ukraine.

From stocking convenience stores to operating heavy machinery and even serving as a labour force in space, we take a closer look at how robots and remote-control technology could transform work.

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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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

Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka - when video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

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

NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to blue. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.

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

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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

Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka - when video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

A family tragedy during a civil war sees two brothers, both brilliant strategists, fight on opposing sides - the story takes place against a real historical background.

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.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to blue. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.

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

Polish veterinarian Radoslaw Fedaczynski is head of an animal shelter that is working to save animals caught up in the horror of the ongoing conflict in Poland's neighbour Ukraine.

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

Japan has over 14,000 islands and their inhabitants keep each unique local culture alive. Kobi Island has just 13 residents - we meet four lively women who pray at the local shrine's sacred boulder.

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.

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh that gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street and proves that they can make a positive contribution to society.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 hit the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs - it has roots as a lodging area which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

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.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture - this episode looks at words related to blue. Explore the unique culture behind them.

The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.

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

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul.

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 Sannai Maruyama Site.

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.

A family tragedy during a civil war sees two brothers, both brilliant strategists, fight on opposing sides - the story takes place against a real historical background.

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 pioneer of the modern garden, Ogawa Jihei VII revolutionised Kyoto gardens 100 years ago - he cleverly used water and rocks in his relaxing spaces which continue to inspire landscapers today.

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

Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices

Today's theme: Creative Archives. Social change has led to unique projects for archiving things of value - our presenters visit these archives to explore how sharing design helps build new creations.

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

As Japan's population ages, many 'active seniors' energetically participate in work and hobbies - an 88-year-old programmer and a 104-year-old timepiece repairer show the secrets of senior success.

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

Japanese melons are known as juicy and intensely sweet - their beautiful netting patterns indicate careful cultivation and wonderful flavour. Meet dedicated farmers and savour a truly versatile fruit.

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 this special episode, we present a heartwarming drama of how a factory worker fell in love with a woman working at the company cafeteria and how the two eventually got married!

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

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

Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices

The pioneer of the modern garden, Ogawa Jihei VII revolutionised Kyoto gardens 100 years ago - he cleverly used water and rocks in his relaxing spaces which continue to inspire landscapers today.