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A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter.

Disaster training is advancing with digital technology. See how AR/VR technology is helping participants gain realistic experience about the movement of smoke in fires and the risks of a tsunami.

High blood pressure can cause serious diseases. Long-term studies in Japan reveal the importance of tracking sleep-time blood pressure and fluctuations. We share tips for controlling blood pressure.

Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level. With a mirror-like pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.

Matsumoto Toshihide delivers toothbrushes to children who fled Myanmar and live in evacuation shelters that lack proper medical facilities. He talks about protecting their lives through oral care.

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

#36 From what time to what time can we use the bath? / To ask when something is open or available, put "wa" after the name of something, then "nan-ji kara nan-ji made desu ka.".

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with rice.

A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter.

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

David Conklin explores Nagoya's food culture, known for its rich flavor profile. He savors grilled eel, noodles, shrimp sandwiches and more. He finds surprises in coffee shops and a miso brewery.

Featured recipe: Sukiyaki-style Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry over Rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with rice.

Matsumoto Toshihide delivers toothbrushes to children who fled Myanmar and live in evacuation shelters that lack proper medical facilities. He talks about protecting their lives through oral care.

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet in the air.

Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends.

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.

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A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter.

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

David Conklin explores Nagoya's food culture, known for its rich flavor profile. He savors grilled eel, noodles, shrimp sandwiches and more. He finds surprises in coffee shops and a miso brewery.

Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with rice.

Featured recipe: Sukiyaki-style Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry over Rice Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!

Tsukuda and Tsukishima sit on reclaimed land at the mouth of the Sumida River. We take in the old-town charms, discover a legacy of fishing and industry, and savor monjayaki, a local comfort food.

Tsubonoya Tomomi founded an organization that provides prenatal and postnatal support for foreign women living in Japan. She talks about the challenges non-Japanese expectant and nursing mothers face.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: dissolving microneedles.

92-year-old Shiraishi Yuriko teaches women in Cote d'Ivoire to make surimi, a Japanese fish paste, supporting their independence and improving nutrition across the nation.

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

Spring arrives in a snowy village, a time to garden, plant rice, and pick wild vegetables. Karl's doing his final restoration in the village. For Karl and Tina, precious moments gently flow by.

Tsukuda and Tsukishima sit on reclaimed land at the mouth of the Sumida River. We take in the old-town charms, discover a legacy of fishing and industry, and savor monjayaki, a local comfort food.

Tsubonoya Tomomi founded an organization that provides prenatal and postnatal support for foreign women living in Japan. She talks about the challenges non-Japanese expectant and nursing mothers face.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: dissolving microneedles.

92-year-old Shiraishi Yuriko teaches women in Cote d'Ivoire to make surimi, a Japanese fish paste, supporting their independence and improving nutrition across the nation.

Spring arrives in a snowy village, a time to garden, plant rice, and pick wild vegetables. Karl's doing his final restoration in the village. For Karl and Tina, precious moments gently flow by.

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

Disaster training is advancing with digital technology. See how AR/VR technology is helping participants gain realistic experience about the movement of smoke in fires and the risks of a tsunami.

Wind power helps fight climate change. But as turbines spread across land and sea, birds face growing risks. This episode explores impacts and mitigation measures to protect birds and the climate.

The world's thinnest washi (traditional paper) is just 0.03 mm thick but tough, and is used to restore cultural artifacts. See Tosa's natural landscape and washi artisans at work, in time-lapse.

Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese.

In this episode, we learn about the fall chrysanthemum festival and the autumnal equinox, or shubun. The nuns enjoy sushi, salad, and dumplings made specially for the occasion.

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.

Tsubonoya Tomomi founded an organization that provides prenatal and postnatal support for foreign women living in Japan. She talks about the challenges non-Japanese expectant and nursing mothers face.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: dissolving microneedles.

92-year-old Shiraishi Yuriko teaches women in Cote d'Ivoire to make surimi, a Japanese fish paste, supporting their independence and improving nutrition across the nation.

Tsukuda and Tsukishima sit on reclaimed land at the mouth of the Sumida River. We take in the old-town charms, discover a legacy of fishing and industry, and savor monjayaki, a local comfort food.

Spring arrives in a snowy village, a time to garden, plant rice, and pick wild vegetables. Karl's doing his final restoration in the village. For Karl and Tina, precious moments gently flow by.

Tsubonoya Tomomi founded an organization that provides prenatal and postnatal support for foreign women living in Japan. She talks about the challenges non-Japanese expectant and nursing mothers face.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: dissolving microneedles.

Ichiko Aoba puts distinctive, whispery vocals over floating, classical guitar melodies. We explore why her music captivates listeners around the world, despite being sung in Japanese.

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka. Behold the sublime beauty of Mt. Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture.

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.

Tiny nematodes can survive in harsh environments, regenerate damaged tissue, and make decisions. They're being studied for hints about new medicines. We'll also look at recycled concrete.

92-year-old Shiraishi Yuriko teaches women in Cote d'Ivoire to make surimi, a Japanese fish paste, supporting their independence and improving nutrition across the nation.

Tsukuda and Tsukishima sit on reclaimed land at the mouth of the Sumida River. We take in the old-town charms, discover a legacy of fishing and industry, and savor monjayaki, a local comfort food.

Tsubonoya Tomomi founded an organization that provides prenatal and postnatal support for foreign women living in Japan. She talks about the challenges non-Japanese expectant and nursing mothers face.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: dissolving microneedles.

Spring arrives in a snowy village, a time to garden, plant rice, and pick wild vegetables. Karl's doing his final restoration in the village. For Karl and Tina, precious moments gently flow by.

Hyper Rescue Nagoya, a special unit of highly trained experts, is ready to respond when disaster strikes. We follow them as they prepare for whatever might come their way.

Hyper Rescue Nagoya, a special unit of highly trained experts, is ready to respond when disaster strikes. We follow them as they prepare for whatever might come their way.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet in the air.

Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends.

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.

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

Hyper Rescue Nagoya, a special unit of highly trained experts, is ready to respond when disaster strikes. We follow them as they prepare for whatever might come their way.

In 2025, Yasuda Kan won the Isamu Noguchi Award, given to artists who embody a spirit of innovation, global consciousness, and commitment to cultural exchange. He talks about the power of sculpture.

Hop on a plane and view Japan from the sky! It's nearly the apex of summer, and we're heading to the nature rich Amami Oshima Island, which recently became a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

Keramashoto National Park offers pristine waters that support a diverse ecosystem. It's also home to people who proactively carry out conservation activities and proudly carry on a distinct culture.

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?

Amid financial struggles, local railways are increasingly turning to vertical separation (dividing the ownership of infrastructure and operations) in order to survive. See how it works in practice.

Hyper Rescue Nagoya, a special unit of highly trained experts, is ready to respond when disaster strikes. We follow them as they prepare for whatever might come their way.