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
Lord Alf Dubs, the British politician, came to Britain as a child refugee escaping the Nazis. He discusses his battle on behalf of child refugees and his global campaign against the death penalty.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Mt. Showa Shinzan, Hokkaido.
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 protected by fishermen.
06:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Trails to Tsukiji" : a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic Tsukiji Market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
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 "Understand in 5 Seconds"...
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: The past tense and its negative form of "Noun + desu". 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: Land of Frankincense.
08:25 Blends
At Wachigaiya in Kyoto, we'll introduce shakuhachi, a woodwind instrument which came from China 800 years ago. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 13, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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: Nagasaki, Hills and Exotic Atmosphere.
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
Designer Keisuke Yoshida is unafraid of change. Meet the powerful mind behind the unassuming smile and hear his refreshing take on the role of fashion.
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
A Thami village in Nepal Himalaya was razed by the devastating earthquake in 2015. 14-year-old Kanchi writes and sings her original songs using traditional melodies to encourage the villagers.
11:56 Drainspotters #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
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
Japanese-American actor George Takei spent his childhood in internment camps during WWII. He talks about racial injustice, his advocacy, and the musical "Allegiance" that was inspired by his story.
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. Today: Mount Taishan.
12:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Trails to Tsukiji" : a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic Tsukiji Market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the 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.
13:30 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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 13, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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: Nagasaki, Hills and Exotic Atmosphere.
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
Designer Keisuke Yoshida is unafraid of change. Meet the powerful mind behind the unassuming smile and hear his refreshing take on the role of fashion.
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
A Thami village in Nepal Himalaya was razed by the devastating earthquake in 2015. 14-year-old Kanchi writes and sings her original songs using traditional melodies to encourage the villagers.
17:56 Drainspotters #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 13, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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
A Thami village in Nepal Himalaya was razed by the devastating earthquake in 2015. 14-year-old Kanchi writes and sings her original songs using traditional melodies to encourage the villagers.
20:56 Drainspotters #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
For nearly 50 years, historian Yoshiaki Ishizawa has worked tirelessly to restore historical sites at Angkor in Cambodia, as well as train native researchers. He explains his approach to preservation.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
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: Nagasaki, Hills and Exotic Atmosphere.
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
Designer Keisuke Yoshida is unafraid of change. Meet the powerful mind behind the unassuming smile and hear his refreshing take on the role of fashion.
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
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of cuisine.
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
Virtual Reality is a booming frontier in video games, immersing the user in 3D worlds. A new controller and small electrical currents are augmenting the experience. This episode explores new VR tech.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 15, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 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.
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
At Akiu, Miyagi Pref., Peter MacMillan discovers a hot spring enjoyed by a 16th century warlord. 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
The anime Megalobox is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Ashita No Joe manga. In the new story, a man called Junk Dog participates in fixed boxing matches in an underground ring in order to live.
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
A Thami village in Nepal Himalaya was razed by the devastating earthquake in 2015. 14-year-old Kanchi writes and sings her original songs using traditional melodies to encourage the villagers.
05:56 Drainspotters #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
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
Enjoy a taste of country life with a made-to-order tour to suit your interests near Mt. Daisen in Tottori Prefecture. And, visit the hometown of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of "Gegege no Kitaro".
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
Tumors or other abnormalities deep inside the brain can be difficult to treat through conventional surgery. Now, doctors are using gamma rays to precisely target such growths and neutralize them.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 14, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Journeys in Japan
At Akiu, Miyagi Pref., Peter MacMillan discovers a hot spring enjoyed by a 16th century warlord. 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
The anime Megalobox is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Ashita No Joe manga. In the new story, a man called Junk Dog participates in fixed boxing matches in an underground ring in order to live.
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
A unique aquarium in northern Japan is home to 50,000 jellyfish that delight and soothe visitors with their serene movements. For 3 days, we asked visitors what makes these creatures so alluring.
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: The Gardens.
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
Enjoy a taste of country life with a made-to-order tour to suit your interests near Mt. Daisen in Tottori Prefecture. And, visit the hometown of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of "Gegege no Kitaro".
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
Tumors or other abnormalities deep inside the brain can be difficult to treat through conventional surgery. Now, doctors are using gamma rays to precisely target such growths and neutralize them.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 14, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Journeys in Japan
At Akiu, Miyagi Pref., Peter MacMillan discovers a hot spring enjoyed by a 16th century warlord. 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
The anime Megalobox is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Ashita No Joe manga. In the new story, a man called Junk Dog participates in fixed boxing matches in an underground ring in order to live.
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
A unique aquarium in northern Japan is home to 50,000 jellyfish that delight and soothe visitors with their serene movements. For 3 days, we asked visitors what makes these creatures so alluring.
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: The Gardens.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 14, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Medical Frontiers
Tumors or other abnormalities deep inside the brain can be difficult to treat through conventional surgery. Now, doctors are using gamma rays to precisely target such growths and neutralize them.
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
A unique aquarium in northern Japan is home to 50,000 jellyfish that delight and soothe visitors with their serene movements. For 3 days, we asked visitors what makes these creatures so alluring.
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: The Gardens.
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Musician Yoshihide Otomo has many sides, composing soundtracks for film and TV while also making experimental music unbound by conventional styles like jazz and pop. He explains his musical vision.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
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
At Akiu, Miyagi Pref., Peter MacMillan discovers a hot spring enjoyed by a 16th century warlord. 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
The anime Megalobox is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Ashita No Joe manga. In the new story, a man called Junk Dog participates in fixed boxing matches in an underground ring in order to live.
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
Deborah Ten finds fun and fruit in Yamagata's Murayama District, Japan's cherry capital. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, electric rice cookers, which create great-tasting rice with the press of a button.
01:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Oki Islands of Shimane Prefecture.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 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.
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
Oscar Brekell is an officially-licensed Japanese tea instructor from Sweden. He's now a fixture at tea-related events and seminars around the world. Oscar shows us some cool tea shops 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 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
04:45 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the home of a Hakka family for a tea called Oriental Beauty and authentic dishes using preserved ingredients such as fermented mustard greens.
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
A unique aquarium in northern Japan is home to 50,000 jellyfish that delight and soothe visitors with their serene movements. For 3 days, we asked visitors what makes these creatures so alluring.
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: The Gardens.
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 Japanology Plus
Japan's capsule toys encapsulate the country's workmanship. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
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 Science View
Virtual Reality is a booming frontier in video games, immersing the user in 3D worlds. A new controller and small electrical currents are augmenting the experience. This episode explores new VR tech.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 15, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Oscar Brekell is an officially-licensed Japanese tea instructor from Sweden. He's now a fixture at tea-related events and seminars around the world. Oscar shows us some cool tea shops in Tokyo.
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
10:45 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the home of a Hakka family for a tea called Oriental Beauty and authentic dishes using preserved ingredients such as fermented mustard greens.
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 Side by Side
70% of Myanmar's population lives in villages with poor sanitation and high child mortality. Satoko Nachi's clinic teaches disease prevention and encourages locals to take charge of their health.
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 Japanology Plus
Japan's capsule toys encapsulate the country's workmanship. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
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 Science View
Virtual Reality is a booming frontier in video games, immersing the user in 3D worlds. A new controller and small electrical currents are augmenting the experience. This episode explores new VR tech.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 15, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Oscar Brekell is an officially-licensed Japanese tea instructor from Sweden. He's now a fixture at tea-related events and seminars around the world. Oscar shows us some cool tea shops in Tokyo.
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
16:45 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the home of a Hakka family for a tea called Oriental Beauty and authentic dishes using preserved ingredients such as fermented mustard greens.
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 Side by Side
70% of Myanmar's population lives in villages with poor sanitation and high child mortality. Satoko Nachi's clinic teaches disease prevention and encourages locals to take charge of their health.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 15, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Science View
Virtual Reality is a booming frontier in video games, immersing the user in 3D worlds. A new controller and small electrical currents are augmenting the experience. This episode explores new VR tech.
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 Side by Side
70% of Myanmar's population lives in villages with poor sanitation and high child mortality. Satoko Nachi's clinic teaches disease prevention and encourages locals to take charge of their health.
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Helle Thorning-Schmidt, former Prime Minister of Denmark, speaks about her new role as head of the global charity, Save the Children, where she has become a champion for children's rights.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Oscar Brekell is an officially-licensed Japanese tea instructor from Sweden. He's now a fixture at tea-related events and seminars around the world. Oscar shows us some cool tea shops in Tokyo.
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
23:45 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the home of a Hakka family for a tea called Oriental Beauty and authentic dishes using preserved ingredients such as fermented mustard greens.
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 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Spinach Ohitashi with Chrysanthemums (2) Kara-age Fried Chicken. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
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 Japan Railway Journal
Hankyu Railway in Osaka is known for its diverse business strategies and strong brand image. See how the company continues to increase ridership and skillfully refurbishes old cars.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 17, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 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.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Dynastic Arts & Crafts, the Heian pursuit of peace and beauty. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS
Magazine style intellectual aesthetic voyage, exploring art and philosophy in Japanese designs from antiques to high-techs, commodities and fashions. Today: SAKE.
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 Side by Side
70% of Myanmar's population lives in villages with poor sanitation and high child mortality. Satoko Nachi's clinic teaches disease prevention and encourages locals to take charge of their health.
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 Trails to Tsukiji
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of cuisine.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, electric rice cookers, which create great-tasting rice with the press of a button.
07:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Oki Islands of Shimane Prefecture.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Dynastic Arts & Crafts, the Heian pursuit of peace and beauty. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS
Magazine style intellectual aesthetic voyage, exploring art and philosophy in Japanese designs from antiques to high-techs, commodities and fashions. Today: SAKE.
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 RISING
Taro Nakamura develops robots based on imitation of living organisms. His many projects include an earthworm robot able to traverse aging water pipes, and other machines using man-made muscle fibers.
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 Trails to Tsukiji
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of cuisine.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, electric rice cookers, which create great-tasting rice with the press of a button.
13:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Oki Islands of Shimane Prefecture.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Dynastic Arts & Crafts, the Heian pursuit of peace and beauty. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS
Magazine style intellectual aesthetic voyage, exploring art and philosophy in Japanese designs from antiques to high-techs, commodities and fashions. Today: SAKE.
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 RISING
Taro Nakamura develops robots based on imitation of living organisms. His many projects include an earthworm robot able to traverse aging water pipes, and other machines using man-made muscle fibers.
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-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 16, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, electric rice cookers, which create great-tasting rice with the press of a button.
19:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Oki Islands of Shimane Prefecture.
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 RISING
Taro Nakamura develops robots based on imitation of living organisms. His many projects include an earthworm robot able to traverse aging water pipes, and other machines using man-made muscle fibers.
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
In less than a decade, the Vaccine Alliance GAVI has saved nine million lives in the developing world. Direct Talk meets the Chair of GAVI, former Nigeria Finance Minister Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Shikoku: Guidebook for a Pilgrimage.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Dynastic Arts & Crafts, the Heian pursuit of peace and beauty. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS
Magazine style intellectual aesthetic voyage, exploring art and philosophy in Japanese designs from antiques to high-techs, commodities and fashions. Today: SAKE.
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.
00:10 Biz Stream
This featured segment looks at the "sharing economy". In Japan, a new kind of "skill-sharing" has become popular. We will examine how it is changing the way people live and work here.
00:40 Direct Talk
For nearly 50 years, historian Yoshiaki Ishizawa has worked tirelessly to restore historical sites at Angkor in Cambodia, as well as train native researchers. He explains his approach to preservation.
00:55 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. Shirakawa-go and Gokayama.
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 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
01:55 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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from May 18, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 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.
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 Forests Can Change the World
Forest Conservation Using Satellite Technology: Documents the forefront of Japan's forest conservation initiatives, highlighting the "JJ-FAST", a system that monitors the earth's forest from space.
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 Kawaii International
What Osaka-style kawaii looks like? Find out wild and bold ways to coordinate the outfits in Osaka way. Mr. Yabatan, a comedian from Norway will report the fashion trends in the region.
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 RISING
Taro Nakamura develops robots based on imitation of living organisms. His many projects include an earthworm robot able to traverse aging water pipes, and other machines using man-made muscle fibers.
