NHK World HD Thursday

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Like a sci-fi dream come true, a service using drones to deliver medicines was launched in Africa - this service that presents a challenge to the future of logistics has spread to Japan and the USA.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

Railway news from the first half of 2024 - see railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, railway events and more.

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

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

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.

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

Like a sci-fi dream come true, a service using drones to deliver medicines was launched in Africa - this service that presents a challenge to the future of logistics has spread to Japan and the USA.

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 stories behind hit Japanese products plus top creations for niche markets - this time, tactile paving and crab stick machines.

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

Railway news from the first half of 2024 - see railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, railway events and more.

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

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

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 Oyu Stone Circles.

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.

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

Cases of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) are on the rise - we visit a Filipino NGO that protects victims and helps them to recover.

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

Cambodian mental health expert Chhim Sotheara tells us about his distinctly Asian methods of healing the many people said to be still suffering the psychological after-effects of the 1970s genocide.

Bento connects the world! Discover a universe of bento from Japan and around the world with step-by-step instructions and delicious tips and tricks!

Tanaka Ryosuke and Miyachi Yo use offcut lumber for furniture, but using multiple boards can lead to uneven colour, so they dye their work with indigo, a clever idea that's attracting real interest.

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

Railway news from the first half of 2024 - see railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, railway events and more.

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 show airs every second month just before the Grand Sumo Tournament starts,. Our play-by-play announcers of the highlight show analyze the points to look at in the coming tournament.

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

Cambodian mental health expert Chhim Sotheara tells us about his distinctly Asian methods of healing the many people said to be still suffering the psychological after-effects of the 1970s genocide.

Cases of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) are on the rise - we visit a Filipino NGO that protects victims and helps them to recover.