Repair
15 March 2026 4 airings 4 upcoming
The filmmakers explore the growing need for a circular economy through the repair of electronic appliances and the creative upcycling of discarded garments.
Show
Japanology Plus Mini
The filmmakers explore creative approaches to looking after Japanese honeybees and their unique way of dealing with predators.
Next airing Sun, Jul 26 2:50 AM - 2:55 AM NHK World News
Most recent Sun, Jul 19 10:50 PM - 10:55 PM NHK World TV
Episodes indexed 23 175 airings
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Episodes
23 indexedOnigiri
8 March 2026 4 airings 4 upcoming
The filmmakers explore various onigiri flavor combinations, including an emergency version that can be stored at room temperature for five years.
Under Elevated Train Tracks
7 March 2026 4 airings 4 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Graves and End-of-Life Planning
1 March 2026 4 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Eyeglasses
16 November 2025 4 airings 0 upcoming
Peter Barakan explores the world of eyeglasses in Sabae, Fukui, the manufacturing hub responsible for over 90% of Japan's glasses.
Heavy Machinery
9 November 2025 4 airings 0 upcoming
Peter Barakan explores the secrets behind the global popularity of Japan's heavy machinery, from compact excavators to the towering cranes.
New Roles for Vacant Homes
8 November 2025 4 airings 0 upcoming
Peter Barakan explores innovative methods for adding value to numerous vacant properties in Japan, which were once considered worthless.
Plastic Models
2 November 2025 4 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Service Areas
1 November 2025 9 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Unused Fish
22 October 2025 4 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Active Seniors
22 March 2025 62 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Garbage
16 March 2025 20 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Unused Fish
15 March 2025 12 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Japanese Honeybees
0 airings
The filmmakers explore creative approaches to looking after Japanese honeybees and their unique way of dealing with predators.
Garbage
4 airings 0 upcoming
No episode description is available yet.
Active Seniors
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
No episode description is available yet.
Service Areas
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
No episode description is available yet.
Plastic Models
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
No episode description is available yet.
New Roles for Vacant Homes
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
Peter Barakan explores innovative methods for adding value to numerous vacant properties in Japan, which were once considered worthless.
Heavy Machinery
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
Peter Barakan explores the secrets behind the global popularity of Japan's heavy machinery, from compact excavators to the towering cranes.
Eyeglasses
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
Peter Barakan explores the world of eyeglasses in Sabae, Fukui, the manufacturing hub responsible for over 90% of Japan's glasses.
Graves and End-of-Life Planning
4 airings 0 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
The filmmakers present a variety of stories on Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.
Under Elevated Train Tracks
4 airings 4 upcoming NR (Not Rated)
The filmmakers present a variety of stories on Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.
Upcoming Airings
UTC NHK World News Sun, Jul 26 2:50 AM - 2:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 26 3:50 AM - 3:55 AM
NHK World News Sun, Jul 26 10:50 AM - 10:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 26 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM
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NHK World TV Sun, Aug 2 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Aug 2 4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
NHK World TV Sun, Aug 2 10:50 PM - 10:55 PM
Recent History
104 shown NHK World TV Sun, Jul 19 10:50 PM - 10:55 PM
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NHK World TV Sun, Jul 19 4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 19 3:50 PM - 3:55 PM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 19 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 19 10:50 AM - 10:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 19 3:50 AM - 3:55 AM
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NHK World TV Sun, Jul 12 10:50 PM - 10:55 PM
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NHK World TV Sun, Jul 12 4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 12 3:50 PM - 3:55 PM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 12 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 12 10:50 AM - 10:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 12 3:50 AM - 3:55 AM
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NHK World TV Sun, Jul 5 10:50 PM - 10:55 PM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 5 9:50 PM - 9:55 PM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 5 4:50 PM - 4:55 PM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 5 3:50 PM - 3:55 PM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 5 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 5 10:50 AM - 10:55 AM
NHK World TV Sun, Jul 5 3:50 AM - 3:55 AM
DTVFB:satellite:322_2049:26025056 Sun, Jul 5 2:50 AM - 2:55 AM