The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

The NHK Symphony Orchestra leads Japan's classical music world. It held its first concert in 1927 and has since performed regularly for over 90...

NHK WORLD PRIME brings you a world of mainly documentaries, and more. Tune in to see special select programs on all sorts of topics and genres.

Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen,...

Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan.

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.

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...

Meet the real stars of Japanese animation. From crayons to CGI, discover the techniques and inspirations of some of Japan's most amazing animators.

An unusual documentary series that delves into human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected spots. Filmed over 72 hours in...

Going beyond the horizon. Meet Japan's entrepreneurs whose innovative thinking is changing traditional mindsets in their various fields of work.

Kiyo and Sumire came to Kyoto from Aomori Prefecture, dreaming of becoming maiko. But after an unexpected turn of events, Kiyo starts working as the...

Delicious food from Tokyo's markets! Learn about the amazing ingredients which are sourced from across Japan and sold at Tokyo's fresh food markets.

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito and Rika, present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.

Three days in the life of...Stay in one location for 72 hours, catching glimpses into people's lives as they open up and share. NHK World English...

Bento, or lunchbox, is a fun slice of Japanese food culture that more people around the world are sharing. Healthy and delicious foods are...

Une nouvelle ère voit le jour. Une équipe visite le lieu le plus risqué sur terre, une île sur laquelle vivent des...

Un banal transport de fonds vire au drame lorsque Russell et Travis, deux convoyeurs de fonds, tombent dans une embuscade tendue par des criminels...

Lorsque tous les enfants d’une même classe, à l’exception d’un, disparaissent mystérieusement la même...

Cela fait près de trente ans que le Virus de la Fureur s’est échappé d’un laboratoire d’armement biologique....

Sur l'île accidentée de Berk, où Vikings et dragons se vouent une haine viscérale depuis des générations,...

L’histoire a lieu des années après la crise d’identité subie par Tess et Anna, les personnages joués par...

Un seul homme possède des compétences… disons uniques… pour diriger la prestigieuse Brigade Spéciale et…...

Une invasion gargantuesque approche dans cette nouvelle interprétation du légendaire roman homonyme devenu un classique de la...