Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from March to August. Providing highlights of the flame's journey, this time, day three in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Occasions, reasons, and purposes for smiling and laughing vary depending on cultural norms. The panellists discuss the pros and cons of some characteristic smiling and laughing habits of the Japanese.

To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and then onegai-shimasu.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

The 1920s are a time of unprecedented prosperity in the United States. Behind it are the Rockefellers and other families who have amassed vast business empires. Showcasing the home movies of these families and more.

The heroes of KochiKame faced almost every challenge imaginable in the manga's historic 40-year run. But they never played goalball. Looking at what makes the Paralympic sport unique.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! Featuring 10 Stick Anime.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In partnership with Northern California Public Media, a look at all the grassroots actions for a carbon-neutral future.

Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw the viewer deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, introducing `Come Dance with Me' by Onda Riku.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each season.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In Japan, more and more reports show that myopia is increasingly serious among children, and that it continues to worsen when the children grow up. The latest research shows that myopia increases the risk of eye disorders such as cataracts and glaucoma. It also reveals a correlation with depressi...

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

The 1920s are a time of unprecedented prosperity in the United States. Behind it are the Rockefellers and other families who have amassed vast business empires. Showcasing the home movies of these families and more.

The heroes of KochiKame faced almost every challenge imaginable in the manga's historic 40-year run. But they never played goalball. Looking at what makes the Paralympic sport unique.

There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! Featuring 10 Stick Anime.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Makino formed his warm, analog style in the Czech Republic. He uses handmade materials, crafted with time and effort, to create highly acclaimed animations that have won numerous international awards.

Bounding through the air with the greatest of ease! The springbok's name derives from its incredible jumping ability. Called pronking, these jumps are designed to confuse enemies and attract mates.

Konnyaku, an essential part of Japanese cuisine, is high in fibre and low in calories. This time, we learn all about Konnyaku, which is gaining attention around the world as a superfood.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Digging deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

In light of the dramatic social change brought on by COVID-19, we focus on efforts that are turning crisis into opportunity, revealing signs which may point to new philosophy, from Japan to the world.

Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from March to August. Providing highlights of the flame's journey, this time, day three in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Occasions, reasons, and purposes for smiling and laughing vary depending on cultural norms. The panellists discuss the pros and cons of some characteristic smiling and laughing habits of the Japanese.

To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and then onegai-shimasu.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In partnership with Northern California Public Media, a look at all the grassroots actions for a carbon-neutral future.

Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw the viewer deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, introducing `Come Dance with Me' by Onda Riku.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each season.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In Japan, more and more reports show that myopia is increasingly serious among children, and that it continues to worsen when the children grow up. The latest research shows that myopia increases the risk of eye disorders such as cataracts and glaucoma. It also reveals a correlation with depressi...

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Led by Hisashi Taniguchi, venture company ZMP is working to create robot taxis in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Following his efforts to promote safe, fun, convenient lifestyles through robotics.

In light of the dramatic social change brought on by COVID-19, we focus on efforts that are turning crisis into opportunity, revealing signs which may point to new philosophy, from Japan to the world.

Paul Barakan investigates Miso, Japan's healthy and comforting taste of home.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

The hyper-convenience of the modern way of living produces staggering volumes of plastic waste each and every day. Investigating the emerging threats posed by plastic pollution to life on the planet.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Occasions, reasons, and purposes for smiling and laughing vary depending on cultural norms. The panellists discuss the pros and cons of some characteristic smiling and laughing habits of the Japanese.

Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from March to August. Providing highlights of the flame's journey, this time, day three in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Makino formed his warm, analog style in the Czech Republic. He uses handmade materials, crafted with time and effort, to create highly acclaimed animations that have won numerous international awards.

Bounding through the air with the greatest of ease! The springbok's name derives from its incredible jumping ability. Called pronking, these jumps are designed to confuse enemies and attract mates.

Konnyaku, an essential part of Japanese cuisine, is high in fibre and low in calories. This time, we learn all about Konnyaku, which is gaining attention around the world as a superfood.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In partnership with Northern California Public Media, a look at all the grassroots actions for a carbon-neutral future.

Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw the viewer deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, introducing `Come Dance with Me' by Onda Riku.

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each season.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In Japan, more and more reports show that myopia is increasingly serious among children, and that it continues to worsen when the children grow up. The latest research shows that myopia increases the risk of eye disorders such as cataracts and glaucoma. It also reveals a correlation with depressi...

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Led by Hisashi Taniguchi, venture company ZMP is working to create robot taxis in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Following his efforts to promote safe, fun, convenient lifestyles through robotics.

In light of the dramatic social change brought on by COVID-19, we focus on efforts that are turning crisis into opportunity, revealing signs which may point to new philosophy, from Japan to the world.

Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from March to August. Providing highlights of the flame's journey, this time, day three in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Makino formed his warm, analog style in the Czech Republic. He uses handmade materials, crafted with time and effort, to create highly acclaimed animations that have won numerous international awards.

Bounding through the air with the greatest of ease! The springbok's name derives from its incredible jumping ability. Called pronking, these jumps are designed to confuse enemies and attract mates.

Konnyaku, an essential part of Japanese cuisine, is high in fibre and low in calories. This time, we learn all about Konnyaku, which is gaining attention around the world as a superfood.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

The hyper-convenience of the modern way of living produces staggering volumes of plastic waste each and every day. Investigating the emerging threats posed by plastic pollution to life on the planet.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Occasions, reasons, and purposes for smiling and laughing vary depending on cultural norms. The panellists discuss the pros and cons of some characteristic smiling and laughing habits of the Japanese.

To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and then onegai-shimasu.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In partnership with Northern California Public Media, a look at all the grassroots actions for a carbon-neutral future.

Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw the viewer deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, introducing `Come Dance with Me' by Onda Riku.

Daichi and Jun pair up to play table tennis in junior high. One day during practice, the two boys meet professional high school player Iwabuchi and play a game with him. Daichi and Jun then notice a harness on Iwabuchi's left leg.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

In Japan's close-knit communities, life has evolved around local festivals. Questioning how Covid-19 and social distancing has impacted these lifestyles.

In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.

Looking at kirikane, the beauty of gossamer gold leaf through ancient craftsmanship. Deep in the ancient capital of Kyoto, the place is still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.

In Ishikari city, sandy beaches, forests and grasslands stretch about 25 kilometers along the sea.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Aoyagi Takashi is one of a handful of Japanese artisans who create the inkstones used in calligraphy and other arts that use brush and ink. He discusses the importance of keeping the tradition alive.

Introducing 100 stories of efforts and innovations that pave the way towards the UN's 17 SDGs.

Introducing BOSAI which shows the danger of urban flooding. The presenter experiences an experiment highlighting how water pressure can prevent doors from opening in some basements.

Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news and global weather forecasts.

Led by Hisashi Taniguchi, venture company ZMP is working to create robot taxis in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Following his efforts to promote safe, fun, convenient lifestyles through robotics.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY.