NHK WORLD-JAPAN programme focus on hard-hitting documentaries

1 July 2024

NHK WORLD-JAPAN programme focus on hard-hitting documentaries

Documentaries 360

Gaza Crisis: Two In-depth Interviews July 6 Sat. 0:10/6:10/12:10/18:10 (UTC) Our topic is the Gaza Crisis. Is there a path to a lasting solution? We seek fresh insights from two experts: A scholar in the US with roots in Israel and a Palestinian scholar in Canada.
Missing Family with Dementia July 14 Sun. 0:10/6:10/12:10/18:10 (UTC) In Japan, many people with dementia leave their homes, wander off, and are never seen again. Now, communities are developing measures to locate the missing and reunite them with their loved ones.
Discovering Tomorrow’s Manga Masters July 21 Sun. 1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10 (UTC) Ten rookie manga creators from around the world have assembled in a small town in southwestern Japan. We follow their daily struggle to become world-class manga creators.
Where We Call Home Mondays 0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC) People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

NHK WORLD Focus July: Manga artistry + Kagoshima

30 June 2023

NHK WORLD Focus July: Manga artistry + Kagoshima

Programme focus for July: Manga artistry + Kagoshima

Manben: Behind the Scenes of Manga with Urasawa Naoki July 2 Sun.0:10/6:10/12:10/18:10 (UTC) Minase Ai Join us as we see a manga being brought to life by artist Minase Ai, known for her stories of young love. We go behind the scenes to see her working on Seishun Heavy Rotation. July 16 Sun.0:10/6:10/12:10/18:10 (UTC) Tezuka Osamu Explore the artistry of “the god of manga.” Tezuka Osamu drew Black Jack and many more famous series. Rare documents and interviews with assistants reveal secrets to his success.
Kagoshima: The Taste and Style of “Kuro” Culture July 9 Sun. 0:25/6:25/12:25/18:25 (UTC) Black (kuro) is a primary color for the area around Kagoshima. It’s reflected in the pottery, the cuisine, the shochu liquor, and even the ash from the volcano at Sakurajima. Discover the kuro culture of Japan’s far southwest.
Iojima: A Volcanic Island with a Passion for Rhythm July 15 Sun. 0:25/6:25/12:25/18:25 (UTC) Iojima Island is located in the Pacific about 1,000 kilometers southwest of Tokyo. In this episode of Journeys in Japan, Canadian Shizuka Anderson explores the volcanic island’s striking natural environment and experiences the unique culture of this oceanic outpost.
Hit the Road KAGOSHIMA July 19 Wed. 1:30/6:30/12:30/17:30/22:30 (UTC) In the second episode of Hit the road we explore the active Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima Prefecture. Our discoveries include ceramic art made from lava and a naturally heated sandbath. Join us as we experience this volcanic wonderland.
Barakan Discovers Amami Oshima: Isson’s Treasure Island July 23 Sun. 0:10/6:10/12:10/18:10 (UTC) Explore Amami Oshima, the island paradise that was home to Japan’s very own “Gauguin.” Artist Tanaka Isson devoted his final years to depicting the natural beauty of a location that was later inscribed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

NHK WORLD’s monthly focus for November: Ethical Every Day

1 November 2022

NHK WORLD’s monthly focus for November: Ethical Every Day

Some of the programme highlights from NHK WORLD’s November schedule:

Planet-friendly Blue Jeans

The fashion industry is one of the biggest polluters along with oil. 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 a technology that recycles large amounts of wastewater from the production process. Let’s explore a fresh take on jeans that are friendly to both the earth and the people who wear them.

November 2 Wed.
0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC)

Giving Bali’s waste new life

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, and immediate action has been called for. 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 introduce ways people are upcycling plastic into stylish accessories and more in Japan.

November 9 Wed.
0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC)

Enjoying meals with less waste

Japan’s restaurants, supermarkets and convenience stores offer almost every kind of food imaginable. But too much of it goes to waste. Food containers also tend to end up in the trash. But a supermarket in Kyoto Prefecture is seeking zero-waste solutions, allowing customers to buy only what they need, without unnecessary packaging. And a group of college students are working to sell farm-fresh vegetables that would otherwise be thrown away. We explore ways to reduce food-related waste in our daily lives.

November 16 Wed.
0:30/5:30/10:30/15:30/21:30 (UTC)

Manben: Behind the Scenes of Manga with Urasawa Naoki
Sakamoto Shin-ichi

November 26 Sat.
1:10/7:10/13:10/19:10 (UTC)

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 and 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.

Science View

Tuesdays
14:30/20:30

Wednesdays
3:30/9:30 (UTC)

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

[Source: NHK WORLD press release]

NHK WORLD Monthly Focus July

29 June 2022

NHK WORLD Monthly Focus July

Manga Artist René’s Diversity Lesson

Cameroon-born manga artist Hoshino René says he wants to “make Japan a country where people can embrace differences.” His works help to do just that by highlighting cultural distinctions. As the number of foreign residents rises, some newcomers have trouble adapting to Japan. One 17-year-old girl from Nepal facing just such a challenge came to René for advice. Join him as he visits her school to help students confront the problems they face, in part by turning to manga.

Transmission dates to be announced

J-FLICKS
Close-up: Cannes Film Festival

This episode sets the spotlight on the 75th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Screened in competition was “Broker,” the first release by Kore-eda Hirokazu to be shown at the festival since he received the Palme d’Or in 2018 for “Shoplifters.” Then we look at Hayakawa Chie’s science-fiction feature,“PLAN75.”

July 17 Sun.

0:10/ 6:10/ 12:10/ 18:10 (UTC)

Cross-Cultural Documentaries from Asia

“I DREAM OF CARING”

July 1 Fri.

14:30 / 20:30 / 3:10 / 10:10 (UTC)

July 6 Wed.

19:00 (UTC)

This documentary, co-produced by a Filipino filmmaker and a Japanese cable TV station, depicts the struggles of a Filipina caregiver working in Japan and nurses who dream of doing the same.

Cross-Cultural Documentaries from Asia

“AWAY FROM HOME”

July 29 Fri.

14:30 / 20:30 / 3:10 / 10:10 (UTC)

This co-production by a Vietnamese filmmaker and a Japanese broadcaster depicts a Vietnamese university student’s challenging search for work in Japan and her family’s efforts to support her.

[Source: NHK WORLD press release]