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.
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 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.
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 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.
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 17, Day 5 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 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.
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 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.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
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 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.
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 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.
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 17, Day 5 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 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.
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 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.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
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 17, Day 5 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 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.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
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
Mahar Lagmay is a geologist working to increase people's preparedness for natural hazards. He talks of the critical value of open data, for disaster mitigation in the time of climate change.
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.Yoshino:A 1300 year old Road to Enlightenment
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 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.
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 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.
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 Somewhere Street
A close-up look at cities worldwide,as seen by a walking tourist.You visit places off the beaten path and meet people.Enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot.Today:Utrecht, Netherlands.
00:54 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Kamikochi.
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.
01:10 NHK Documentary
Nobue Kai is an 86-year-old picture book author whose drawings focus on weeds. We followed her for a full year as she documented a breathtaking universe hiding in plain sight at our feet.
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.
02:10 Anime Supernova
Shuhei Morita is a renowned digital animator who brings a distinctively Asian aesthetic to his magic realist works. He got his break thanks to one of Japan's most revered animators.
02:25 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. Kushiro Marsh.
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 19, Day 7 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.
03:10 Entertainment Nippon Special
This time we'll bring you an up close look at Perfume, the internationally popular electro pop group that is known for their technologically advanced live performances.
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.
04:10 #TOKYO
Let's take a virtual tour of Tokyo's popular aquariums which host interesting marine life. Join us as we visit a giant tuna tank, watch penguin feedings and touch live sharks!
04:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Two-meter-long dinosaurs terrorizing downtown Bangkok? Not exactly! Water monitors are indeed big but pose no threat if left alone. Join us as we discover how they've adapted to their "urban kingdom"!
04:50 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: Hot Springs.
04:55 Blends
We'll introduce chuzao-shamisen a mixture of a percussion and string instrument. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
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
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!
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 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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 18, Day 6 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.
09:10 Entertainment Nippon Special
This time we'll bring you an up close look at Perfume, the internationally popular electro pop group that is known for their technologically advanced live performances.
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 #TOKYO
Let's take a virtual tour of Tokyo's popular aquariums which host interesting marine life. Join us as we visit a giant tuna tank, watch penguin feedings and touch live sharks!
10:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Two-meter-long dinosaurs terrorizing downtown Bangkok? Not exactly! Water monitors are indeed big but pose no threat if left alone. Join us as we discover how they've adapted to their "urban kingdom"!
10:50 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: Hot Springs.
10:55 Blends
We'll introduce chuzao-shamisen a mixture of a percussion and string instrument. 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
The first summit between the leaders of North Korea and the US is about to take place. Will it lead to denuclearization? 4 experts discuss the accelerating developments on the Korean Peninsula.
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
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!
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we highlight the innovative business transaction by cash in Edo.
12:50 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-7.
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 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
13:35 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.
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
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
Shuhei Morita is a renowned digital animator who brings a distinctively Asian aesthetic to his magic realist works. He got his break thanks to one of Japan's most revered animators.
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. Kushiro Marsh.
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 18, Day 6 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.
15:10 Entertainment Nippon Special
This time we'll bring you an up close look at Perfume, the internationally popular electro pop group that is known for their technologically advanced live performances.
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 #TOKYO
Let's take a virtual tour of Tokyo's popular aquariums which host interesting marine life. Join us as we visit a giant tuna tank, watch penguin feedings and touch live sharks!
16:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Two-meter-long dinosaurs terrorizing downtown Bangkok? Not exactly! Water monitors are indeed big but pose no threat if left alone. Join us as we discover how they've adapted to their "urban kingdom"!
16:50 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: Hot Springs.
16:55 Blends
We'll introduce chuzao-shamisen a mixture of a percussion and string instrument. 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
The first summit between the leaders of North Korea and the US is about to take place. Will it lead to denuclearization? 4 experts discuss the accelerating developments on the Korean Peninsula.
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: Kutani-yaki, Ishikawa 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. Kushiro Marsh.
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 18, Day 6 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.
19:10 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
19:35 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.
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
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 Special
This time we'll bring you an up close look at Perfume, the internationally popular electro pop group that is known for their technologically advanced live performances.
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 COOL JAPAN
Foreigners are amazed by how the Japanese are devoted to keeping diaries. In this episode we explore its various styles and history, and discover some unique uses and benefits of diaries in Japan.
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: Chicken Nuggets
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 #TOKYO
Let's take a virtual tour of Tokyo's popular aquariums which host interesting marine life. Join us as we visit a giant tuna tank, watch penguin feedings and touch live sharks!
22:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Two-meter-long dinosaurs terrorizing downtown Bangkok? Not exactly! Water monitors are indeed big but pose no threat if left alone. Join us as we discover how they've adapted to their "urban kingdom"!
22:50 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: Hot Springs.
22:55 Blends
We'll introduce chuzao-shamisen a mixture of a percussion and string instrument. 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
The first summit between the leaders of North Korea and the US is about to take place. Will it lead to denuclearization? 4 experts discuss the accelerating developments on the Korean Peninsula.
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.
00:00 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.
00:00 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.
00:00 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 J-Trip Plan
Discover the must-see sights in the mountains and seas near UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle. When travelling by shinkansen, you can get cool shots of Mt. Fuji, huge buildings and the passing scenery.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the must-see sights in the mountains and seas near UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle. When travelling by shinkansen, you can get cool shots of Mt. Fuji, huge buildings and the passing scenery.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the must-see sights in the mountains and seas near UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle. When travelling by shinkansen, you can get cool shots of Mt. Fuji, huge buildings and the passing scenery.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the must-see sights in the mountains and seas near UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle. When travelling by shinkansen, you can get cool shots of Mt. Fuji, huge buildings and the passing scenery.
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.
01:10 J-MELO
J-MELO brings Japan's amazingly diverse music to the world. Created with input from viewers everywhere, it's a unique weekly delivery of pop, rock, traditional, and much, much more.
01:40 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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
01:45 Japan-easy
The past tense and its negative form of "Adjective + desu". Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
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.
02:10 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.
02:25 Blends
We'll introduce tsugaru-shamisen, an instrument deeply rooted in Aomori and played powerfully and ad-libbed. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
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 20, Day 8 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.
03:10 Entertainment Nippon 2018 perfume
We're giving you an up-close and behind-the-scenes look at Japan's leading electro-pop trio Perfume's live concert, Reframe.Get ready to be blown away by performances that use cutting-edge technology.
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.
04:10 Hometown Stories
Iwami Kagura is a traditional performing art. Follow performers with intellectual disabilities as they travel to a festival in France, where one member challenges himself to break out of his shell.
04:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage today is Noboribetsu, one of Japan's major hot-spring resorts. You will see many volcanic ducts along the valley. Our host tries out a natural hot spring footbath in the river.
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
The first summit between the leaders of North Korea and the US is about to take place. Will it lead to denuclearization? 4 experts discuss the accelerating developments on the Korean Peninsula.
