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Japan's version of the moon rabbit tale is a perfect example of self-sacrifice. Originating from a Sanskrit tale, it tells of a fox, a monkey, and a rabbit who found an exhausted old man collapsed in the mountains. The monkey gathered fruit and nuts, and the fox brought fish... #WyrdWednesday 1/3

Available until November 30, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... On New Year's Eve, performers dress as terrifying monsters called namahage. They barge into people's homes, condemning laziness and frightening children. They made costumes and succeeded in reviving a custom at risk of slipping away.

Available until February 28, 2028 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Work, Dance, Remember MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan The elders of Omuta pass on the traditions and memories of labor that built the land that the town stands on today. *******************************************************

Available until March 22, 2028 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Summer Floats MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan See how the Hirosaki Neputa festival is all made possible by the local people. [From "MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan"]

Planned obsolescence is not a sustainable way to build an economy and we shouldnt measure it that way either.

Morning.

Broadcast on May 30, 2023 / Available until March 31, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Foot and Leg Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode introduces words related to ashi, which means both foot and leg.

Available until November 29, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Core Kyoto mini An Artistic Lineage: Nurturing a Painting Tradition Core Kyoto Discover the ethos underlying Kyoto art through the eyes of contemporary students of Nihonga Japanese-style painting.

Broadcast on November 21, 2025 / Available until November 28, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Japanese Rice in a World of Extreme Weather Saving the Grain Extreme weather has wrought havoc on Japan's rice paddies. The farmers face an ultimatum: adapt, or lose their livelihoods.

Available until March 15, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Another Story Aum Shinrikyo's Tokyo subway sarin attack shook Japan. Amid the chaos, a doctor saved victims, an SDF officer readied for battle, and a researcher searched for answers, slowly uncovering the truth.

Available until November 29, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Another Story Mt. Fuji's bid for World Heritage faced formidable obstacles, including devastation that would shock any mountain climber. This is the story of Fuji's long climb to celebrated cultural treasure.

Available until November 29, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Furniture in Blue The answer, to dye the furniture with indigo, transforming each piece into a unified whole. This clever idea and their love of wood itself gives their work an inner beauty that's attracting real interest.

Daily bunny no.3147 got everyone a slice

Acclaimed director professes his love for Chainsaw Man, closing the door on Lupin.

Wizened Millennials sneering at Gen Alpha: I told you the old ways are best (Gen X, petting its moldering set of the 1983 World Book Encyclopedia: Soon. Soon.)

Available until January 7, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Nihonbashi is a district in downtown Tokyo centered on a historic bridge of the same name. We trace its development into a thriving hub of commerce whose mercantile spirit lives on today.

Available until December 13, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Fighting to Keep Children Fed BIZ STREAM This episode features local businesses that have taken it upon themselves to provide food for children in need.

Available until November 28, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Emmanuel Gérard established a collaboration between a 600-year-old French industry and Hayao Miyazaki's globally popular animations. The project's mission goes beyond Franco-Japanese cultural exchange.

Available until July 11, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Game Planet Documentary 360 As growth in the game industry accelerates, game makers pursue increased global attention through new strategies. Japanese game companies, once undisputed champions, now face competition to survive.

 Available until May 24, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... The Apothecary Diaries Special We go behind the scenes of the anime production and explore the professional techniques used to bring the rich world of the rear palace and its colorful characters to life.

Available until April 26, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... After retiring from the anime industry, he became a manga artist until he returned to anime 25 years later.

 Available until May 28, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... The dark-grey, clay roofing on shrines, temples, and Machiya townhouses is buffed and smoked to boost durability, water resistance, and luster. Craftsmen and roofers uphold the traditional techniques.

Available until November 22, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Core Kyoto mini Family Crests: Pedigree in the Ancient Capital Discover the crests that are emblematic of old Kyoto families preserving their heritage.

Available until October 24, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Living in the Grasslands Can humans and nature coexist? Yuji, a pioneering pasture-based dairy farmer, spent his life answering that question, stewarding vast grasslands. As he battles cancer, he passes the baton to his son.

Available until September 19, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... The bustling district of Shibuya in Tokyo is undergoing a transformation as part of a massive redevelopment project led by architect Hiroshi Naito, sharing a glimpse into the area's future.

Available until August 15, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Tomio Koyama: Curating Creativity World-renowned gallerist Tomio Koyama helped launch the careers of artists Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara. He shares his unique approach and his vision for the future of Japan's art scene.

Available until June 13, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... The Monkey and the Crab Story Land

Available until January 21, 2026 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... TURNIP Trails to Oishii Tokyo Turnips are a versatile ingredient that sparks the imagination of skilled chefs. Visit Japan's largest turnip production area and explore a variety of dishes, from Japanese to French cuisine.

Available until December 23, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Do Minh Khai from Vietnam explores the Ise-Shima area, the home of magical pearls. She learns how the first cultured pearls were developed, and a new type of pearl jewelry created by a young designer.

Available until December 17, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... TOFU Trails to Oishii Tokyo Visit specialty tofu makers across Tokyo that are deeply rooted in their local communities and see how the traditional food has come to be used in all kinds of cuisine, from east to west.

Available until December 16, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... On this episode, Michael Keida treks down a trail leading north-south through the volcanic Azuma and Adatara ranges in Fukushima Prefecture, and discovers a world of breathtaking views.

Available until December 3, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Kabocha Trails to Oishii Tokyo Kabocha, or squash: over 160 types are grown in Japan, many of them native. Visit passionate farmers across the country, including those who utilize grape trellises and extended ripening methods.

Available until November 23, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... JOMON: Lacquer Time-lapse Japan The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 BC to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Lacquer.

Available until November 22, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... OKINAWA: The Holiest Place Time-lapse Japan Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke.

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1... Assuming the grid can handle the new infrastructure of newer batteries

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/0... 66% expanded capacity

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1... Public GPU Infrastructure to counteract the large tech corps monopolies on AI research

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1... Seems like a bleak lifestyle....not for me...

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1... Rural infrastructure is disappearing If only there were something that could be done to improve that... Bus service? Air service? Trains?

Available until November 24, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... A Farmers' Market in Inadani, Nagano Inadani, Nagano is home to a farmers' market which sells a wide array of vegetables, mushrooms, game and even edible insects. Explore local food culture and approaches to life in rural Japan.

Available until November 23, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... It is the villagers themselves who are responsible for keeping the traditions and opening up the future of the village. This is an autumn story about a village different from any other in Japan.

Available until November 26, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... With the 2024 blockbuster Ultraman: Rising, Animation Director John Aoshima introduced the iconic Japanese superhero to new audiences. He talks about bringing his heritage to the Hollywood screen.

Available until November 21, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Jean Bellorini has taken in girls exiled from Afghanistan under the Taliban regime as actresses. He creates plays with them in the belief that cultural interaction is an essential part of theater.

Taken from the "We trust in love" This visual by Kaoru Yamada does reflect the pale autumn night I see around me in the eves of the PNW (Pacific North West) these days... “It was the best kind of November day. Cold and crisp, but not quite freezing, not icy.” ~Rainbow Rowell Art 𝐊𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐮 𝐘𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐚

Daily bunny no.3140 really wanted that cookie

Available until December 9, 2025 www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/... Rika's TOKYO CUISINE: Rika's Favorite Udon Chewy Japanese udon, savory and umami-rich soup, plus crispy tempura—Chef Rika shows us how to make it all. Also, master the art of making handmade udon from scratch. It's deliciously simple!

While this may be AI, there used to be a comical parody video from Japan called Ski Jump Pairs that did something similar, but with more style...and before AI Ski Jump Pairs video www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMDX...