Dig More Japan - Season 6 / Year 2025
Season 6 / Year 2025
Episodes
Living Forests
Some 70% of Japan is covered in forest. We dig a little deeper into the forests' role in daily living. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Dig More Sushi!
For many, Japanese food means sushi! We dig a little deeper into its history, and some surprising things you may not know about this iconic dish. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Living True
Whether it's self-sufficient living or preserving an old home, there are people in Japan who've found ways to give their daily lives more meaning. We dig a little deeper. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Heart to Heart
Simple communication: connecting hearts and minds, crossing borders and generations. We dig a little deeper. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Welcome to Shizuoka!
Starting with Mt. Fuji, Shizuoka Prefecture abounds with nature's splendor. We dig a little deeper into some of its hidden charms. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Charming Creations
From school chairs to handmade toys, the Japanese have a special fondness for well-made everyday items. We dig a little deeper. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
In the Classroom
It's springtime and classrooms all over Japan are getting ready for the new school term. We dig a little deeper into education in Japan. The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Me & My Music
Music is emotionally moving; it can also give us strength.
We dig a little deeper into the fantastic world of music in Japan.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Amazing Osaka!
After 55 years, the World Expo is returning to Osaka, bringing renewed global attention.
We dig a little deeper into this amazing city!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Dining Table Japan
Rising awareness of food waste and new developments in food production are changing the Japanese foodscape. We dig a little deeper.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Drink More Japan
Every area of Japan has its own unique drinking culture. We dig a little deeper into Japanese spirits. Cheers!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Japan's Offbeat Research
For 18 years in a row, A Japanese person took home the Ig Nobel Prize, an award given for "unusual" research. Let's dig a little deeper into Japan's offbeat research.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Exceptional Experts
Japan is home to experts in all kinds of fields. We dig a little deeper into the fascinating world of Japan's highly skilled professionals.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Artful Japan
Paintings full of life. The beauty of natural forms. Let's dig a little deeper into Japan's artistic side.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Magnificent Mountains
Some 70% of Japan's land is covered in mountains and forests. We dig a little deeper and trek out into the Japanese mountains.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Long Lived Japan
In Japan's aging society, lifestyle choices that promote health and longevity are the new norm. We dig a little deeper.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Island Japan
Japan has over 10,000 islands where you'll find traditional lifestyles as well as high-tech modern living. We dig a little deeper.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Fashion Forward!
Japanese fashion is using sustainable ideas and new forms of individual expression. We dig a little deeper!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Peace of Hiroshima
Eighty years after the end of World War II, the tragedy and reality of war seem remote. We hear the voices of Hiroshima.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Tavern Japan
Japan's unique drinking culture, found in izakaya and snack bars, has become a draw for international tourists. Let's dig a little deeper!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Streets of Japan
Japan's urban landscape ranges from shopping streets with roots in post-war black markets to the latest modern construction. We dig a little deeper!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Japan on the Farm
Aging and a lack of successors are serious issues for Japan's farms. But some young farmers are finding new ways to thrive. Let's dig a little deeper!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Sumo Spirit
Japan's national sport, sumo has fans worldwide. We dig a little deeper into the sumo spirit!
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Seas of Change
The waters that surround Japan are seeing dramatic environmental change. We dig a little deeper into the challenges facing Japan's marine environment.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
A Taste of Home
Whether it's mom's home cooking or a long-kept family recipe, every household has a taste all its own.We dig a little deeper.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
Unknown Japan
"Our theme this time is ""Unknown Japan."" We dig a little deeper and explore some of Japan's hidden charms.
The segments featured in this episode are available in full online at NHK WORLD-JAPAN ON DEMAND.
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