NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Dining with the Chef
The recipe of the Day: (1)Spring Chirashi Sushi (2)Oboro Kombu Soup. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Kids Meet the World
In 2020, the Olympics come to Tokyo! Japanese kids will play a part in making guests feel welcome by creating videos to foster international friendships. This is "Kids Meet World!"
07:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 23, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:10 Science View J-Innovators Special
Japan's frequent natural disasters have led to the development of unique disaster-prevention technology. In this special episode, we'll learn how such technology may help reduce damage and save lives.
09:54 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 Train Cruise
Ride the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura then Enoden along the Pacific Coast. From there fly on the Shonan Monorail, and head up the mountains for a spectacular view. Travel the trains of Kanagawa Pref.
10:55 Blends
We'll introduce the most popular taiko drum called miya-daiko at Kamo-wake-ikazuchi-Jinja in Kyoto. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:10 GLOBAL AGENDA
China's Belt and Road Initiative seeks to link Asia and Europe to form a giant economic sphere. Is China establishing a new global order? Can other countries build win-win relationships with Beijing?
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:10 Dining with the Chef
The recipe of the Day: (1)Spring Chirashi Sushi (2)Oboro Kombu Soup. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore "Prosperity of the Fish Market at Nihonbashi" by Kuniyasu through Rakugo-syle storytelling.
12:50 Winter Joy
Winter brings joy to Japan. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Japan and enjoy the wonders of winter. #2: Akita is known for its heavy snowfall and its winter festivals. Let's visit the snow country.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:10 Kids Meet the World
In 2020, the Olympics come to Tokyo! Japanese kids will play a part in making guests feel welcome by creating videos to foster international friendships. This is "Kids Meet World!"
13:35 Direct Talk
Eitetsu Hayashi has pioneered a distinctive sound as a traditional percussionist, expanding the taiko's possibilities in music and on stage. What inspires his widely acclaimed performances?
13:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
13:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithm Exercise"...
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:10 Anime Supernova
Tomoyasu Murata creates puppet animations that mix realism and fantasy to delve into themes of life and death. He portrays his characters through expressions and actions rather than words.
14:25 Hokkaido in Focus
The charms of the northern island of Hokkaido, one of Japan's most photogenic areas, are presented through the perspectives and works of top photographers who have settled down there. Shiretoko.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 23, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:10 Science View J-Innovators Special
Japan's frequent natural disasters have led to the development of unique disaster-prevention technology. In this special episode, we'll learn how such technology may help reduce damage and save lives.
15:54 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 Train Cruise
Ride the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura then Enoden along the Pacific Coast. From there fly on the Shonan Monorail, and head up the mountains for a spectacular view. Travel the trains of Kanagawa Pref.
16:55 Blends
We'll introduce the most popular taiko drum called miya-daiko at Kamo-wake-ikazuchi-Jinja in Kyoto. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:10 GLOBAL AGENDA
China's Belt and Road Initiative seeks to link Asia and Europe to form a giant economic sphere. Is China establishing a new global order? Can other countries build win-win relationships with Beijing?
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:10 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Hagi-yaki, Yamaguchi Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
18:25 Hokkaido in Focus
The charms of the northern island of Hokkaido, one of Japan's most photogenic areas, are presented through the perspectives and works of top photographers who have settled down there. Shiretoko.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 23, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:10 Kids Meet the World
In 2020, the Olympics come to Tokyo! Japanese kids will play a part in making guests feel welcome by creating videos to foster international friendships. This is "Kids Meet World!"
19:35 Direct Talk
Conductor Yutaka Sado studied under the great composer Leonard Bernstein for 3 years up until Bernstein's death in 1990. Sado talks lessons learned and what he hopes to pass on to the future.
19:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
19:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithm Exercise"...
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:10 Science View J-Innovators Special
Japan's frequent natural disasters have led to the development of unique disaster-prevention technology. In this special episode, we'll learn how such technology may help reduce damage and save lives.
20:54 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
21:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
CYCLE AROUND JAPAN explores a side of Japan best explored by bicycle, fascinating places that regular tourists never get to see. This digest edition presents selected program highlights.
21:37 Journey to Oshin's Homeland Part2
Win Morisaki, a Japan-based Myanmar actor, visits the Ginzan Hot Springs famous as the setting for the drama "Oshin". The old-fashioned wooden buildings look wonderful in the snow.
21:40 Anime Supernova
Tomoyasu Murata creates puppet animations that mix realism and fantasy to delve into themes of life and death. He portrays his characters through expressions and actions rather than words.
21:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from"Your Japanese Kitchen". Today:Kushikatsu,Japanese deep-fried skewers
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 Train Cruise
Ride the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura then Enoden along the Pacific Coast. From there fly on the Shonan Monorail, and head up the mountains for a spectacular view. Travel the trains of Kanagawa Pref.
22:55 Blends
We'll introduce the most popular taiko drum called miya-daiko at Kamo-wake-ikazuchi-Jinja in Kyoto. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:10 GLOBAL AGENDA
China's Belt and Road Initiative seeks to link Asia and Europe to form a giant economic sphere. Is China establishing a new global order? Can other countries build win-win relationships with Beijing?
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:10 GLOBAL AGENDA
China's Belt and Road Initiative seeks to link Asia and Europe to form a giant economic sphere. Is China establishing a new global order? Can other countries build win-win relationships with Beijing?
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:10 BOSAI: An Educational Journey
BOSAI is disaster prevention through preparedness. Travel with a TV anchor to find out the lessons learned from the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster and the effects of decontamination efforts.
06:40 Direct Talk
Conductor Yutaka Sado studied under the great composer Leonard Bernstein for 3 years up until Bernstein's death in 1990. Sado talks lessons learned and what he hopes to pass on to the future.
06:52 Journey to Oshin's Homeland Part3
A Japan-based Myanmar actor, Win Morisaki experiences the Oshin's snowy world of the drama. His final destination of the trip is the Mogami River.
06:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Bitchu Matsuyama Castle.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 NHK Documentary
As economic inequalities widen and growth slows, capitalism may be at a crossroads. We ask leading economists why, and document how governments and businesses are racing to adapt.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:10 Anime Supernova
Tomoyasu Murata creates puppet animations that mix realism and fantasy to delve into themes of life and death. He portrays his characters through expressions and actions rather than words.
08:25 Hokkaido in Focus
The charms of the northern island of Hokkaido, one of Japan's most photogenic areas, are presented through the perspectives and works of top photographers who have settled down there. Shiretoko.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 24, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:10 Entertainment Nippon 2018
We're featuring sakanaction, a group at the forefront of the Japanese music scene with their unique, genre-crossing musical style.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 Hometown Stories
A budding manga artist shifted to a rural part of western Japan to focus his efforts on making a breakthrough. After a year living in a mountain village, is success near or will his dream fizzle out?
10:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Miyajima: The Eternal Flame.
10:40 Wild Hokkaido!
This episode's stage is Tomakomai, near New Chitose airport. We will introduce you to fields filled with great nature located right next to urban areas, full of factories and residences.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:10 Face To Face
Kyoto celebrates spring with Miyako Odori, a month-long dance festival dating back 400 years. The choreographer is Living National Treasure, Yachiyo Inoue who shares with us her passion for her art.
11:40 NHK WORLD TV Special program
NHK WORLD presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
11:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Aizome.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:10 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Thailand Part 1: We feature dishes that use pig blood, a specialty of Mae Sai, on the Thai border with Myanmar. Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh encounters unique local dishes there.
12:25 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Thailand Part 2: In Mae Ai, near the border with Myanmar, cooking specialist Kentetsu Koh observes the Lahu people make dishes including meatballs with tree shavings as an offering during harvest.
12:40 Direct Talk
Mazlan Othman is an astrophysicist who pioneered Malaysia's space program and education in astronomy. She says we need to know the Universe around us to understand who we are and where we are going.
12:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Bitchu Matsuyama Castle.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:10 NHK Documentary
As economic inequalities widen and growth slows, capitalism may be at a crossroads. We ask leading economists why, and document how governments and businesses are racing to adapt.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:10 Videos Gone Viral
The program introduces the best videos revealing Japan from unique perspectives: Japanese viral videos, foreigners introducing Japan, and many more!
14:20 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Old City of Sana'a.
14:25 Blends
Otsuzumi is a taiko drum which accompanies Japanese noh theater. Blends features popular Western songs covered with traditional Japanese instruments.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 24, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:10 Entertainment Nippon 2018
We're featuring sakanaction, a group at the forefront of the Japanese music scene with their unique, genre-crossing musical style.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 Hometown Stories
A budding manga artist shifted to a rural part of western Japan to focus his efforts on making a breakthrough. After a year living in a mountain village, is success near or will his dream fizzle out?
16:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Miyajima: The Eternal Flame.
16:40 Wild Hokkaido!
This episode's stage is Tomakomai, near New Chitose airport. We will introduce you to fields filled with great nature located right next to urban areas, full of factories and residences.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:10 Face To Face
Kyoto celebrates spring with Miyako Odori, a month-long dance festival dating back 400 years. The choreographer is Living National Treasure, Yachiyo Inoue who shares with us her passion for her art.
17:40 NHK WORLD TV Special program
NHK WORLD presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
17:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Aizome.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:10 Videos Gone Viral
The program introduces the best videos revealing Japan from unique perspectives: Japanese viral videos, foreigners introducing Japan, and many more!
18:20 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Old City of Sana'a.
18:25 Blends
Otsuzumi is a taiko drum which accompanies Japanese noh theater. Blends features popular Western songs covered with traditional Japanese instruments.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 24, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:10 NHK Documentary
As economic inequalities widen and growth slows, capitalism may be at a crossroads. We ask leading economists why, and document how governments and businesses are racing to adapt.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:10 Entertainment Nippon 2018
We're featuring sakanaction, a group at the forefront of the Japanese music scene with their unique, genre-crossing musical style.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
21:10 Direct Talk
Ivana Chubbuck is a celebrated acting coach, best known for coaching award-winning Hollywood stars. We ask her what it takes to create a great actor.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Combining verbs for more expressions about giving and receiving. Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
21:40 Cosmic Front mini
The latest observation data shows that the Galaxy moves in a very dynamic fashion. We'll discover the surprising truth of our weird and wonderful Galaxy.
21:50 Winter Joy
Winter brings joy to Japan. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Japan and enjoy the wonders of winter. #4: Let's visit the powder-snow ski slopes and hot spring resorts of Nagano prefecture.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 Hometown Stories
A budding manga artist shifted to a rural part of western Japan to focus his efforts on making a breakthrough. After a year living in a mountain village, is success near or will his dream fizzle out?
22:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Miyajima: The Eternal Flame.
22:40 Wild Hokkaido!
This episode's stage is Tomakomai, near New Chitose airport. We will introduce you to fields filled with great nature located right next to urban areas, full of factories and residences.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:10 Face To Face
Kyoto celebrates spring with Miyako Odori, a month-long dance festival dating back 400 years. The choreographer is Living National Treasure, Yachiyo Inoue who shares with us her passion for her art.
23:40 NHK WORLD TV Special program
NHK WORLD presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
23:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Aizome.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Japanology Plus
A look at Japan's deep-rooted love of miniature items. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
Improving the balance of the "gut flora", an ecosystem of microbes in the intestines, can help boost our immunity. We'll explore ways to keep the gut flora in good condition.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 HAIKU MASTERS
Episode 11 of HAIKU MASTERS takes place at HAPPO-EN in Shirokanedai, Tokyo. Our guest for this episode is KENCHI TACHIBANA who is a member of the prominent pop group EXILE and EXILE THE SECOND.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Hagi and Tsuwano: Two Castle Towns.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
The all-natural AWA-AI indigo dyeing is experiencing decline in modern day, and craftspeople and fashion experts in Tokushima have come together to ensure the traditional craft is kept alive.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:10 Direct Talk
Media artist Jeffrey Shaw creatively employs the latest technology to conserve, document and display precious elements of cultural heritage, dramatically making the past meaningful to the present.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Northern Hokkaido is a vast snowfield in winter with scant food for animals such as the northern red foxes. But the huge white-tailed sea eagles can survive by skilfully fishing in the surging waves.
06:40 Satoyama
Satoyama: a place where people are a part of the natural ecosystem. We will visit one Japanese satoyama where life is abundant and interconnected. Today: A forest garden created by cattle.
06:50 Winter Joy
Winter brings joy to Japan. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Japan and enjoy the wonders of winter. #4: Let's visit the powder-snow ski slopes and hot spring resorts of Nagano prefecture.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 J-MELO
This week's show is the second of 2 specials from the northeastern city of Sendai. May J. introduces an exclusive performance by a local rock band with an international following: MONKEY MAJIK.
07:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithm Exercise"...
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: Combining verbs for more expressions about giving and receiving. Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:10 Videos Gone Viral
The program introduces the best videos revealing Japan from unique perspectives: Japanese viral videos, foreigners introducing Japan, and many more!
08:20 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Old City of Sana'a.
08:25 Blends
Otsuzumi is a taiko drum which accompanies Japanese noh theater. Blends features popular Western songs covered with traditional Japanese instruments.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 25, Final Day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Hagi and Tsuwano: Two Castle Towns.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
The all-natural AWA-AI indigo dyeing is experiencing decline in modern day, and craftspeople and fashion experts in Tokushima have come together to ensure the traditional craft is kept alive.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Inside Lens
Pradeep and his family are the only Hindu inhabitants in 6,000 Muslims on the Island in Bangladesh. Pradeep struggles to earn his place in a society where he always been treated as an outsider.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Direct Talk
Ivana Chubbuck is a celebrated acting coach, best known for coaching award-winning Hollywood stars. We ask her what it takes to create a great actor.
12:45 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
12:50 Winter Joy
Winter brings joy to Japan. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Japan and enjoy the wonders of winter. #4: Let's visit the powder-snow ski slopes and hot spring resorts of Nagano prefecture.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 J-MELO
This week's show is the second of 2 specials from the northeastern city of Sendai. May J. introduces an exclusive performance by a local rock band with an international following: MONKEY MAJIK.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 25, Final Day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Hagi and Tsuwano: Two Castle Towns.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
The all-natural AWA-AI indigo dyeing is experiencing decline in modern day, and craftspeople and fashion experts in Tokushima have come together to ensure the traditional craft is kept alive.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Inside Lens
Pradeep and his family are the only Hindu inhabitants in 6,000 Muslims on the Island in Bangladesh. Pradeep struggles to earn his place in a society where he always been treated as an outsider.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from March 25, Final Day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:30 J-MELO
This week's show is the second of 2 specials from the northeastern city of Sendai. May J. introduces an exclusive performance by a local rock band with an international following: MONKEY MAJIK.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Inside Lens
Pradeep and his family are the only Hindu inhabitants in 6,000 Muslims on the Island in Bangladesh. Pradeep struggles to earn his place in a society where he always been treated as an outsider.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:45 Direct Talk
Kanetoshi Oda invented a water-purifying powder that provides 3.4 million people with clean water in 40 countries. Local operations also create jobs. CEO Oda explains his approach to business.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Hagi and Tsuwano: Two Castle Towns.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
The all-natural AWA-AI indigo dyeing is experiencing decline in modern day, and craftspeople and fashion experts in Tokushima have come together to ensure the traditional craft is kept alive.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Trails to Tsukiji
SANSAI are wild vegetables which sprout in the mountains in spring. With a hint of bitterness SANSAI is the taste of spring. Join us and discover this bitter but delicious spring specialty.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Science View
Around 200 million years ago, ichthyosaurs ruled the sea. Research on its rapid evolution by Dr. Ryosuke Motani of UC Davis stirs excitement as he unlocks the secrets from new fossils found in China.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She joins an old friend in Nara to visit an ancient forest. The next day she sees a young artist who continues the tradition of Buddhist sculpture in Nara.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 Journeys in Japan
Roman Markovtsev visits the winter wonderland of eastern Hokkaido to see the ice floes. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 imagine-nation
Our next episode is a roundup of past 17 episodes! Featuring the manga "MUJIN", game "SONIC FORCES" and an anime "MAZINGER Z: INFINITY" with the latest information. Stay tuned and find more!
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Inside Lens
Pradeep and his family are the only Hindu inhabitants in 6,000 Muslims on the Island in Bangladesh. Pradeep struggles to earn his place in a society where he always been treated as an outsider.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 J-Trip Plan
Shigaraki, the Home of Ceramic Tanuki in Shiga Pref. & Ekiben Train Bento. This show aimed at overseas visitors offers info on where to go, what to see, and how to experience Japan, like an expert.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
Improving the balance of the "gut flora", an ecosystem of microbes in the intestines, can help boost our immunity. We'll explore ways to keep the gut flora in good condition.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 HAIKU MASTERS
Episode 11 of HAIKU MASTERS takes place at HAPPO-EN in Shirokanedai, Tokyo. Our guest for this episode is KENCHI TACHIBANA who is a member of the prominent pop group EXILE and EXILE THE SECOND.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 Journeys in Japan
Roman Markovtsev visits the winter wonderland of eastern Hokkaido to see the ice floes. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 imagine-nation
Our next episode is a roundup of past 17 episodes! Featuring the manga "MUJIN", game "SONIC FORCES" and an anime "MAZINGER Z: INFINITY" with the latest information. Stay tuned and find more!
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
Small, personal funerals are becoming popular in Japan. For 3 days, we spoke to families sending off loved ones at a one-stop facility near Tokyo.
11:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Shirakawa-go.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 J-Trip Plan
Shigaraki, the Home of Ceramic Tanuki in Shiga Pref. & Ekiben Train Bento. This show aimed at overseas visitors offers info on where to go, what to see, and how to experience Japan, like an expert.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Improving the balance of the "gut flora", an ecosystem of microbes in the intestines, can help boost our immunity. We'll explore ways to keep the gut flora in good condition.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Roman Markovtsev visits the winter wonderland of eastern Hokkaido to see the ice floes. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 imagine-nation
Our next episode is a roundup of past 17 episodes! Featuring the manga "MUJIN", game "SONIC FORCES" and an anime "MAZINGER Z: INFINITY" with the latest information. Stay tuned and find more!
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Small, personal funerals are becoming popular in Japan. For 3 days, we spoke to families sending off loved ones at a one-stop facility near Tokyo.
17:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Shirakawa-go.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Improving the balance of the "gut flora", an ecosystem of microbes in the intestines, can help boost our immunity. We'll explore ways to keep the gut flora in good condition.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Document 72 Hours
Small, personal funerals are becoming popular in Japan. For 3 days, we spoke to families sending off loved ones at a one-stop facility near Tokyo.
20:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Shirakawa-go.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:45 Direct Talk
Dashi is the soup stock that is the backbone of Japanese cooking. Katsuyuki Takatsu, president of specialty purveyor Ninben, speaks about his strategy to make dashi a worldwide favorite.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Journeys in Japan
Roman Markovtsev visits the winter wonderland of eastern Hokkaido to see the ice floes. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 imagine-nation
Our next episode is a roundup of past 17 episodes! Featuring the manga "MUJIN", game "SONIC FORCES" and an anime "MAZINGER Z: INFINITY" with the latest information. Stay tuned and find more!
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Journeys in Japan
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture and meeting the people. Peter MacMillan discovers the samurai traditions of Kakunodate, Akita Pref.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 great gear
[MEDTEC Japan, Wear Wood on Your Face, Protecting the City from Below] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
Several old theater buildings around Japan give a feeling of what it was like to see kabuki in the Edo period. Experience these performances from up close.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
The Ambassador of Pakistan spent many years studying and working in Japan before becoming ambassador. This Japan expert takes us on a tour of some of his favorite spots in Tokyo.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 SAMURAI WHEELS
For 3 years, SAMURAI WHEELS has communicated to the world the allure of Japanese cars and car culture. This episode is part 2 of a compilation that looks back, centering on the keyword future.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Small, personal funerals are becoming popular in Japan. For 3 days, we spoke to families sending off loved ones at a one-stop facility near Tokyo.
05:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Shirakawa-go.
