Radio Japan NHK World's Program

World Interaktif.

[ World of Haiku ]
Hello, haiku friends in the world. We hope you are enjoying your life with haiku. We have a haiku corner "World of Haiku" for the 1st week of every month.We share your haiku with listeners, while continuing Shokan's talk about introduction to haiku. Haiku MandalaHeavenly Bodies; Mountains; The Waters; Animals; Plants; Weather; Seasons; Precipitation; Evaporation; Time of the Day; Night Time;People; Residence; Travel; Country Name; Place Name; Famous Place; Personal Name;Gods; Buddha; Love; Transience; Lament; Reminiscence;Foods; Drinks; Sickness; Accident; War; Ghost; Monster.

[ Just For Laughs ]
We know that the stereotypical image for Japanese is still, serious, hard-working people with glasses and suit but no sense of humor. In "Just For Laughs" for every 2nd week of the month we talk about the topic of humor and laughter. especially the Japanese sense of humor. Let us know any Japanese jokes in your country. And also,send in any funny stories and jokes of your country. Jokes and funny stories reflect culture and society. So it would be a great opportunity for all of us to learn about you!

[ Listening Library ]
Japanese literature comes alive in the final week of the month. From The Tale of Genji, the world's oldest novel, to Rashomon, the basis of Kurosawa's award winning film, host Yuko Aotani guides you through the fascinating world of Japanese classics. These monthly readings bring to life decades old stories, shedding new light on masterpieces that have sparked the imagination of young and old for generations. Listening Library - The magic of the spoken word .

(Resource: English Section Radio Japan NHK World)