Dig More Japan!

Sushi is one of the representatives of "Washoku," Japanese cuisine. Recently, sushi has been offered in various ways such as robotic revolving sushi bar. It's popular among tourists from abroad because of its reasonable price. But, please wait for a moment! How much do you know what sushi is all about? From home-made "chirashi-zushi" to an ancient sushi which is said to have become the original form, we'll be exploring "real sushi world." Let's dig more Japan!

More than ever before, Japan is crazy about bread! The ancient capital, Kyoto is actually one of the largest consumers of bread in the nation. Join us as we dig deeper into this delicious food trend.

Japanese green tea has been a beloved part of Japanese culture for centuries and is now attracting worldwide attention. Join us and find some of the many ways to enjoy this iconic beverage.

The world's attention to Japanese food has been increasing every year. In this episode, we focus on the ingredients essential to Japanese food and explore its charm from different perspectives.

In this episode, we'll be digging deeper into the samurai legacies that have been preserved throughout Japan. You might be able to touch a hidden aspect of the samurai culture like swordsmith.

From inns and hotels to coffee shops and subways, Japanese society is filled with the spirit of hospitality, called Omotenashi. It's all about making sure that people can live in peace and security.

Japanese winter has given rise to some unique customs and recreational activities. In this episode, we'll dive into some of Japan's incredible winter wonderland.

The way Japanese live changes with the times, and so to do the things we use. In this new episode, we will deep look into the world of items used for daily life in Japan.

Japan has come up with all kinds of ways to avert disaster. Today we look at the spiritual side of the equation with various ways to ward off evil.

It has been a year since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, and efforts continue to alleviate the crisis. Join us, this special edition of Dig More Japan, for a look into how Japan is responding to the challenge.

In Japan, people and animals live and work together in all kinds of ways. Join us this new episode, as we dig deep to uncover some surprising examples of how the Japanese interact with animals.

Mild weather and a carpet of cherry blossoms make spring a special season for the people of Japan. In this episode, we will dig deep and greet the coming spring with highlights from NHK WORLD-JAPAN.