What’s on NHK WORLD-JAPAN?

NHK WORLD-JAPAN is an international news and entertainment network, broadcasting 24 hours a day covering a wide range of topics. From current events to science and technology, arts and culture, drama, documentaries and sports, the channel explores many exciting themes from a Japanese viewpoint through television, radio, and On Demand streaming.

27/10/2022

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What’s on NHK WORLD-JAPAN?

Planet-friendly Blue Jeans

NHK World, Wednesday the 2nd of November at 0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30

In order to lower the carbon footprint of the fashion industry, a company in the Japanese city of Kurashiki is making ethical jeans that have less impact on the environment. They use organic Ivory Coast cotton and other innovations, including an exciting technology that recycles large amounts of wastewater from the production process. Tune in to explore a fresh take on jeans that are friendly to both the earth and the people who wear them.

Enjoying Meals with Less Waste

NHK World, Wednesday 9th of November at 0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30

A supermarket in Kyoto Prefecture is seeking zero-waste solutions to food packaging, allowing customers to buy only what they need, without unnecessary extras. A group of college students are working to sell farm-fresh vegetables that would otherwise be thrown away. Don’t miss this look into how the people of Japan are working to reduce waste from the food industry for a greener planet!

Giving Bali's Waste New Life

NHK World, Wednesday 16th of November, 0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30

The island of Bali, Indonesia is known for its world-famous beach resorts, but Indonesia is also known as the second largest emitter of marine plastics in the world! Amid this situation, local NGOs and other groups are working to collect plastic garbage and "upcycle" it, giving it a new life by transforming it into things like sandals and tables. We also explore the ways that people are upcycling plastic into stylish accessories and more!

Manben: Behind the Scenes of Manga with Urasawa Naoki

NHK World, Saturday the 26th of November, 1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10.

Join us for an in-depth look at the work of manga artist Sakamoto Shin-ichi as he sets out on his first day of creating compelling characters for a new manga based on Dracula. He will do anything to bring his creations to life, including handcrafting costumes, spending half a day on one panel and three days deciding on a hairstyle. Renowned for his well-crafted, realistic drawing, Sakamoto pushes himself as he pushes the boundaries of manga.

How to be Likeable in a Crisis (dubbed)

Ep 1-3 available now on VOD

UK viewers can now tune in to one of Japan’s most popular dramas, How to be Likeable in a Crisis. Following Kanzaki Makoto who works in PR for a top university, the dark comedy was written by hit show writer Wantanbe Aya and follows Makoto navigating his work and personal life. Watch the dubbed version on NHK WORLD-JAPAN on Sundays and On Demand.

Asia Insight

NHK World, Fridays at 1:30/6:30/11:30/16:30

The vast continent of Asia has a huge array of culture, heritage and history. In Asia Insight, we delve into stories from the world’s largest continent, looking at the complexities of it’s politics, economy, culture, technology and much more. Find out more about Asia Insight.

Train Cruise

NHK World, one Saturday per month

Travel Japan by rail in this amazing series. From the stunning coastline to the mysterious mountains, explore both mainstream and hidden Japan by train (all from your sofa!) Plus, watch Train Cruise online whenever you're in the mood for a train ride.

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