Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.
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Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to discover the real Tokyo as we dive into its historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way.
Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets muddied amid legends and fantasies. The truth about authentic ninja lies unknown, shrouded in mystery. This program carefully examines the fighting skills and tools used by actual ninja, and conducts experiments to determine the "Ninja Truth".
These short documentaries take an intimate look at the lifestyles and culinary passions of people across Japan. Their stories are sure to warm the heart and whet the appetite.
Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.
The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.
Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
Forests cover close to 70 percent of Japan's land area. Japan's climate varies significantly from north to south, making it home to diverse forests. These forests have been an intrinsic part of Japanese culture since time immemorial.
Japan continues to thrive as it incorporates cultural elements of music, fashion, cuisine, sports, arts and science from around the world. People’s encounters trigger the fusion of Japan’s and the world’s diverse culture, unceasingly producing a myriad of new phenomena and events. This series will feature how various culture in modern Japan and overseas blend together and influence each other.
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"Time and Tide" transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the larger world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on workers from abroad in various parts of Japan.
A five-minute series where you can explore a wide variety of Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.
Historical figures and their decisions that changed the course of history. Based on expert research, the program explains dilemmas the that heroes faced and options they could have chosen.
Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo. More than a million people enjoyed life in this small but abundant city. They live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Each episode is a deep dive into a single print, and an exploration of the soul of Old Tokyo. We examine works by artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige not just for their aesthetic and historical value, but for the stories they tell of everyday life. That is how the people of Edo themselves enjoyed this mass-produced medium.
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Each session covers English expressions for a variety of situations and occasions. To develop English communication skills, it is important to have a basic understanding of grammar and to actually say things out loud in your own language. Riho Sayashi shares her own learning experiences and gives tips on how to enjoy and improve your English.
In 18th-century Edo, Tsutaya Juzaburo rises from a poor background to become a leading publisher. Despite political changes threatening his career, he works to shape Edo’s cultural scene through innovative books and collaborations with artists.
The story imagines if Japanese historical figures such as Queen Himiko, the warlord Oda Nobunaga, and samurai Sakamoto Ryouma were cats.
Follows Nekotarou, a cat from Kagoshima who aims to unify the country.
Koito Koganei works as the teenage shrine maiden at the Takamimi Shrine, catering to the whims of its resident: a centuries-old elf who loves video games as much as she hates going outside! Line up your offerings for the otaku elf—some energy drinks, chips and video games will do nicely—and watch her new friends scramble to keep up!
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6 episodes • 2021
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| 1 | Rain | Mar 28, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Cherry Blossoms | Apr 28, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Trees | Oct 27, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Morning | Nov 24, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Water | Dec 22, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Night | Dec 29, 2021 | 0.0 |
16 episodes • 2022
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| 1 | House | Jan 19, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Mount Fuji | Jan 26, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Snow | Feb 23, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Moon | Mar 16, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Kimono | Apr 27, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Washi | May 18, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Tea | May 25, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Cat | Jun 22, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Oni | Jun 29, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Ship | Jul 27, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Fish | Aug 31, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Red | Oct 5, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Fire | Oct 19, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Horse | Nov 23, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Wind | Nov 30, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Sword | Dec 21, 2022 | 0.0 |
17 episodes • 2023
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Shogi | Jan 18, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Ghost | Feb 15, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Insect | Feb 22, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Wagashi | Apr 26, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Blue | May 3, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Bird | May 24, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Foot and Leg | May 31, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Sumo | Jun 21, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Bow and Arrow | Jun 28, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Mud | Jul 19, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Shadow / Shade | Jul 26, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Hot Water | Sep 20, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Sleep | Sep 27, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Eight | Oct 18, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Root | Oct 25, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Hair | Nov 22, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 17 | Go | Nov 29, 2023 | 0.0 |
18 episodes • 2024
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| 1 | Write | Jan 17, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Mountain | Jan 24, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Eye | Feb 21, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Bag | Feb 28, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Salt | Apr 24, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Castle | May 1, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Wheel | May 29, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 8 | River/Stream | Jun 5, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Seven | Jul 3, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Mouth | Jul 10, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Acting | Jul 31, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Theater | Aug 7, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Step | Sep 25, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Sound | Oct 2, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 15 | The Manyoshu Edition / Episode I: Love | Oct 29, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 16 | The Manyoshu Edition / Episode II: Business | Nov 6, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 17 | Wear | Dec 18, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 18 | Grass | Dec 25, 2024 | 0.0 |
1 episodes • 2025
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| 1 | Spring | Apr 22, 2025 | 0.0 |