Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.
Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to discover the real...
The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, t...
Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-...
Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, an...
Historical figures and their decisions that changed the course of history. Based on expert research,...
"Time and Tide" transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the larger wo...
Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo. More than a million people enjoyed life in this small but abu...
These short documentaries take an intimate look at the lifestyles and culinary passions of people ac...
Japan continues to thrive as it incorporates cultural elements of music, fashion, cuisine, sports, a...
Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets...
Forests cover close to 70 percent of Japan's land area. Japan's climate varies significantly from no...
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communicati...
A five-minute series where you can explore a wide variety of Japanese cultures, traditions and lifes...
Koito Koganei works as the teenage shrine maiden at the Takamimi Shrine, catering to the whims of it...
Learn useful phrases and cool kanji through these 15-minute programs, and you'll realize that "Japan...
A school gourmet set in the 1980's. In one junior high school, teachers and students continued a qui...
In the year 1580, a man named Lord Nobunaga Oda sends hoards of unholy armies across Japan, slaying ...
Follows Nekotarou, a cat from Kagoshima who aims to unify the country.