NHK World Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 We trace the ongoing evolution of the Daiba waterfront district, which began as defensive fortifications and transformed over time into a tourist destination, residential area, and innovation hub. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Yagisawa Satoshi's novel, "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," has been translated into 50 languages. He talks about the inspiration behind a heartwarming story that captivated readers around the globe. 2026-07-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Automated Ginjo Koji Makers. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Discover the latest research that is changing what we know about reproduction. Plus, one researcher takes on mosquitoes by controlling their behavior. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 14, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-15 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 We trace the ongoing evolution of the Daiba waterfront district, which began as defensive fortifications and transformed over time into a tourist destination, residential area, and innovation hub. 2026-07-15 This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-07-15 Yagisawa Satoshi's novel, "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," has been translated into 50 languages. He talks about the inspiration behind a heartwarming story that captivated readers around the globe. 2026-07-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Automated Ginjo Koji Makers. 2026-07-15 This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-07-15 FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 14, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-15 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Discover the latest research that is changing what we know about reproduction. Plus, one researcher takes on mosquitoes by controlling their behavior. 2026-07-15 NEWS 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 2026-07-15 What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons. Find out how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars. 2026-07-15 One effect of climate change worldwide has been changes in plankton levels due to global warming, such as algal blooms. These cause major damage to local fishing and aquaculture industries. 2026-07-15 A 140-year-old store sells delicate, hand-crafted Japanese confectionery. Traditional techniques present floral beauty in sweets, and the seasonal colors of Izumo are shown in time-lapse images. 2026-07-15 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-15 Kosaka Kunpei holds multiple world records in spearfishing, a sport in which competitors hunt underwater and see who can catch the biggest fish. He talks about freediving and using a hand spear. 2026-07-15 It was recently revealed that a centuries-old fusuma painting in Japan is part of the same series as panels at the British Museum. 8K graphics uncover the hidden techniques concealed within them. 2026-07-15 1 in 27 people don't own a smartphone. We follow a man who chose not to own one, and his reason not to. What has he gained in life by giving up his smartphone, a modern-day necessity and obsession? 2026-07-15 With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki. 2026-07-15 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-15 Yagisawa Satoshi's novel, "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," has been translated into 50 languages. He talks about the inspiration behind a heartwarming story that captivated readers around the globe. 2026-07-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Automated Ginjo Koji Makers. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Kibinago, sometimes called "jewels of the sea," is a fish seldom seen outside Kagoshima. We travel to its home prefecture and meet devoted locals who reveal what makes the fish so special. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 We trace the ongoing evolution of the Daiba waterfront district, which began as defensive fortifications and transformed over time into a tourist destination, residential area, and innovation hub. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-15 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Yagisawa Satoshi's novel, "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," has been translated into 50 languages. He talks about the inspiration behind a heartwarming story that captivated readers around the globe. 2026-07-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Automated Ginjo Koji Makers. 2026-07-15 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-15 Kosaka Kunpei holds multiple world records in spearfishing, a sport in which competitors hunt underwater and see who can catch the biggest fish. He talks about freediving and using a hand spear. 2026-07-15 This program 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. 2026-07-15 1 in 36 people in Japan are foreign residents. As its population declines, we look at Japanese society in a new era of foreign workers, through an IT startup where 90% of staff are foreigners. 2026-07-15 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. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life. 2026-07-15 Changing of the Guard: This episode shows how technology and entertainment are making an impact on safety and security services in Japan. 2026-07-15 FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Kibinago, sometimes called "jewels of the sea," is a fish seldom seen outside Kagoshima. We travel to its home prefecture and meet devoted locals who reveal what makes the fish so special. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 We trace the ongoing evolution of the Daiba waterfront district, which began as defensive fortifications and transformed over time into a tourist destination, residential area, and innovation hub. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 Yagisawa Satoshi's novel, "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop," has been translated into 50 languages. He talks about the inspiration behind a heartwarming story that captivated readers around the globe. 2026-07-15 Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Automated Ginjo Koji Makers. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-15 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-15 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-15 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Topics of discussion include entertainment, the economy, politics, and other issues pertinent to global current events, along with commentary from various guests who add their personal perspective to the thought-provoking discussion. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 The Kyoto cityscape is a blend of historic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, traditional Machiya-style townhouses, inns with beautiful gardens. Cleaning is vital for their longevity and appearance. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Noguchi Hideyo, the former face of the 1,000-yen note, rose from adversity to become a renowned, life-saving bacteriologist. We visit his birthplace, Aizu, and trace his life of resilience. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Kibinago, sometimes called "jewels of the sea," is a fish seldom seen outside Kagoshima. We travel to its home prefecture and meet devoted locals who reveal what makes the fish so special. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-16 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Topics of discussion include entertainment, the economy, politics, and other issues pertinent to global current events, along with commentary from various guests who add their personal perspective to the thought-provoking discussion. 2026-07-16 This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-07-16 The Kyoto cityscape is a blend of historic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, traditional Machiya-style townhouses, inns with beautiful gardens. Cleaning is vital for their longevity and appearance. 2026-07-16 This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 2026-07-16 Noguchi Hideyo, the former face of the 1,000-yen note, rose from adversity to become a renowned, life-saving bacteriologist. We visit his birthplace, Aizu, and trace his life of resilience. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 15, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-16 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Kibinago, sometimes called "jewels of the sea," is a fish seldom seen outside Kagoshima. We travel to its home prefecture and meet devoted locals who reveal what makes the fish so special. 2026-07-16 NEWS 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 2026-07-16 Topics of discussion include entertainment, the economy, politics, and other issues pertinent to global current events, along with commentary from various guests who add their personal perspective to the thought-provoking discussion. 2026-07-16 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-16 In March 2026, photographer Hamamoto Kanade won a prestigious award for work themed on the underwater suicide squads organized near the end of the Second World War. She tells us about the project. 2026-07-16 This program 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. 2026-07-16 1 in 2500 people started farming in 2022. As we talk to new farmers who've come from totally different industries, we examine the values they have found in this labor-intense yet rewarding field. 2026-07-16 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. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life. 2026-07-16 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-16 The Kyoto cityscape is a blend of historic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, traditional Machiya-style townhouses, inns with beautiful gardens. Cleaning is vital for their longevity and appearance. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Noguchi Hideyo, the former face of the 1,000-yen note, rose from adversity to become a renowned, life-saving bacteriologist. We visit his birthplace, Aizu, and trace his life of resilience. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Go behind the scenes of Japan's amazing railways! Interesting facts, new technologies, expert tips plus where to go, how to get there and more! 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Topics of discussion include entertainment, the economy, politics, and other issues pertinent to global current events, along with commentary from various guests who add their personal perspective to the thought-provoking discussion. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 16, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-16 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 The Kyoto cityscape is a blend of historic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, traditional Machiya-style townhouses, inns with beautiful gardens. Cleaning is vital for their longevity and appearance. 2026-07-16 This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. 2026-07-16 In March 2026, photographer Hamamoto Kanade won a prestigious award for work themed on the underwater suicide squads organized near the end of the Second World War. She tells us about the project. 2026-07-16 This program 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. 2026-07-16 Only one in seven fathers take parental leave in Japan, mostly only for under two weeks. This episode follows a man who took a full year off to raise two children, revealing a slice of modern Japan. 2026-07-16 A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment? 2026-07-16 After 40 years, a local yumori, or hot spring caretaker, is retiring. A crew of young workers has been chosen to replace him. But with no manual to guide them, will these novices be up to the task? 2026-07-16 Hi, it's me, Tama! When I saw a rainbow this morning, I got the feeling there'd be something yummy for me today, and I was right! Grandma Nobuko and Grandpa Makoto are making leaf- wrapped sushi. I can't wait! 2026-07-16 Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974. Each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Go behind the scenes of Japan's amazing railways! Interesting facts, new technologies, expert tips plus where to go, how to get there and more! 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 Topics of discussion include entertainment, the economy, politics, and other issues pertinent to global current events, along with commentary from various guests who add their personal perspective to the thought-provoking discussion. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 The Kyoto cityscape is a blend of historic Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, traditional Machiya-style townhouses, inns with beautiful gardens. Cleaning is vital for their longevity and appearance. 2026-07-16 A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores. 2026-07-16 NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 16, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya. 2026-07-16 Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye. 2026-07-16