Design X Stories

Station:
NHK World (JP)

Status:
Running

Start:
2023-03-30

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Explore the rich legacy and evolution of diverse designs across Japan. Design X Stories digs into their origins and how they inspire creators today.

Design X Stories Next Episode Air Date

Next Episode is 'Parody' (Season 2026 Episode 7) and airs on 02 Apr 2026 22:00 (CDT).

List of episodes

S2026E4 - Bodies

Today's theme: Bodies. As AI, digital and virtual spaces take over, thinking about physical bodies is more important than ever. Explore the role of designs which are rooted in human physicality.

Air Date: 05 Mar 2026 21:00 (CDT)

S2026E5 - Vanishing Tools

Today's theme: Vanishing Tools. As the rising age of artisans puts the survival of certain crafts at risk, we shine a light on the vanishing tools used to keep them alive, and their anonymous designs.

Air Date: 12 Mar 2026 22:00 (CDT)

S2026E6 - Astonishing Stairs

Today's theme: Astonishing Stairs. Creators have taken a simple structure that lets us climb, and imbued it with new significance. Explore the surprising beauty of stairs through architecture and art.

Air Date: 19 Mar 2026 22:00 (CDT)

S2026E7 - Parody

Today's theme: Parody. In an era of overwhelming, and often fake, information, parody dissects its subject through humor, and breathes new value into the familiar. Explore design through parody.

Air Date: 02 Apr 2026 22:00 (CDT)