NHK WORLD-JAPAN programme focus in September: Manga Behind the Scenes

2 September 2025

Otomo Katsuhiro September 13 Sat. 1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10 (UTC) Otomo Katsuhiro is celebrated as a man who revolutionized Japanese manga, and he joins us for an in-depth discussion with Urasawa Naoki. Admired by today’s top creators, Otomo’s work redefined realism, movement, and spectacle in manga. We look through original drafts to reveal the secrets of his innovative style, from striking perspectives to unforgettable destruction scenes. Urasawa revisits Domu, the masterpiece that impacted him even more than Akira. Watch to find out what’s coming next!
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World September 27 Sat. 1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10 (UTC) Asia’s Double Global Warming The WMO’s latest report revealed warming in Asia to be twice the global average in 2024. Among record high sea surface temperatures and marine heatwaves, we examine the reasons for these phenomena.
Journeys in Japan Tuesdays 0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC) Explore a different side of Japan. Meet the locals and discover traditions and cultures not usually found in guidebooks!