NHK WORLD-JAPAN programme focus for August: The A-Bomb Manga that Promotes Global Peace

Project X: Unsung Heroes

August 2 Sun. 

1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10 (UTC)

Barefoot Gen: Bridging the Divide

The true story of how amateur translators brought a manga about the Hiroshima atomic bombing to the US and the world, bridging cultural divides and spreading a message of peace.

Japan in Focus

August 28 Fri. 

0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC)

Hikikomori Growing Together Through Farming　

A region in Japan is spotlighted for its unique method to help “hikikomori,” individuals withdrawn from society, by having them work in farming, creating a network of support.

Science View

Tuesdays

14:30 /20:30/3:30 /9:30/19:00 (UTC)

Science for our future. Cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.