NHK 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) Roast Beef Sushi (2) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (3) Gari "Pickled Ginger". You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with her fun lesson!
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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 J-Arena
Rugby Sevens made a thrilling Olympic debut at Rio 2016, but Japan's women's team struggled to live up to expectations. We follow their efforts to build a stronger side ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Games.
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 Train Cruise
The Oigawa Railways run a distance of 65 km along the Oi(gawa) river. They feature a nostalgic steam locomotive and a tram which climbs a steep hill.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Starting in Aomori Prefecture located in the northern tip of Honshu, our traveler makes his way through a beautiful lake and mountains while learning about local apple growing history and soul music.
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 Lives Overshadowed by Crime
4 people were killed in the 1998 Wakayama Curry Poisoning Incident. Masumi Hayashi was sentenced to death for the crime but says she's innocent. Will her son abandon his mother, or maintain ties?
11:37 Drainspotters #2 Ninja
We explore Iga, home of a legendary ninja clan, for some absorbing insights into the world of ninjutsu from one of Japan's last ninja grandmasters.
11:40 Moon Festivals
Japan's "moon festivals" show the love Japanese people have for the moon. Witness exuberant, all-night traditional dancing and a unique tug-of-war, all carried out under the watchful eye of the moon.
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) Roast Beef Sushi (2) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (3) Gari "Pickled Ginger". You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with her fun lesson!
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpieces of Hiroshige, "53 Stations of the Tokaido" through Rakugo-syle storytelling.
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 1-10.
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 70 years, Kimura Drink has made ramune, a fizzy riff on lemonade. They also make drinks with surprising ingredients like curry and shrimp. Why? We asked the company's president, Hidefumi Kimura.
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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 "What Numbers are They?"...
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 COOL JAPAN
In this "Big Questions" episode the panelists explore the contemporary perspectives and behavioral trends concerning marriages in Japan, and discuss the differences with those in their own countries.
14:55 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: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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 Train Cruise
The Oigawa Railways run a distance of 65 km along the Oi(gawa) river. They feature a nostalgic steam locomotive and a tram which climbs a steep hill.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Starting in Aomori Prefecture located in the northern tip of Honshu, our traveler makes his way through a beautiful lake and mountains while learning about local apple growing history and soul music.
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 Lives Overshadowed by Crime
4 people were killed in the 1998 Wakayama Curry Poisoning Incident. Masumi Hayashi was sentenced to death for the crime but says she's innocent. Will her son abandon his mother, or maintain ties?
17:37 Drainspotters #2 Ninja
We explore Iga, home of a legendary ninja clan, for some absorbing insights into the world of ninjutsu from one of Japan's last ninja grandmasters.
17:40 Moon Festivals
Japan's "moon festivals" show the love Japanese people have for the moon. Witness exuberant, all-night traditional dancing and a unique tug-of-war, all carried out under the watchful eye of the moon.
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 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Roast Beef Sushi (2) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (3) Gari "Pickled Ginger". You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with her fun lesson!
18:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpieces of Hiroshige, "53 Stations of the Tokaido" through Rakugo-syle storytelling.
18:50 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 1-10.
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
Satoshi Miyagi is artistic director of the public theater company SPAC. He is internationally renowned for interpreting classic western plays through a traditional Japanese aesthetic. What drives him?
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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 "What Numbers are They?"...
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 Train Cruise
The Oigawa Railways run a distance of 65 km along the Oi(gawa) river. They feature a nostalgic steam locomotive and a tram which climbs a steep hill.
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
In this "Big Questions" episode the panelists explore the contemporary perspectives and behavioral trends concerning marriages in Japan, and discuss the differences with those in their own countries.
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: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Starting in Aomori Prefecture located in the northern tip of Honshu, our traveler makes his way through a beautiful lake and mountains while learning about local apple growing history and soul music.
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 Lives Overshadowed by Crime
4 people were killed in the 1998 Wakayama Curry Poisoning Incident. Masumi Hayashi was sentenced to death for the crime but says she's innocent. Will her son abandon his mother, or maintain ties?
23:37 Drainspotters #2 Ninja
We explore Iga, home of a legendary ninja clan, for some absorbing insights into the world of ninjutsu from one of Japan's last ninja grandmasters.
23:40 Moon Festivals
Japan's "moon festivals" show the love Japanese people have for the moon. Witness exuberant, all-night traditional dancing and a unique tug-of-war, all carried out under the watchful eye of the moon.
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
Visit the prime spot for viewing Japan's tallest mountain and marvel at the deep-sea wonders of Suruga Bay in Numazu, Shizuoka Pref. And, discover the miso, a mainstay in Nagoya specialty.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Visit the prime spot for viewing Japan's tallest mountain and marvel at the deep-sea wonders of Suruga Bay in Numazu, Shizuoka Pref. And, discover the miso, a mainstay in Nagoya specialty.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Visit the prime spot for viewing Japan's tallest mountain and marvel at the deep-sea wonders of Suruga Bay in Numazu, Shizuoka Pref. And, discover the miso, a mainstay in Nagoya specialty.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:10 J-MELO
This week's show is the first of 2 specials from Shizuoka. Toshinobu Kubota and Denki Groove explain why they love their hometowns. And some of the girls from Morning Musume '18 learn the samba.
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 "What Numbers are They?"...
01:45 Japan-easy
Today: Verbs like "ikimasu (go)" and "kimasu (come)" and their past tense.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
Thai political scientist Thitinan Pongsudhirak examines the state of democracy in Thailand and South East Asia, sharing his insights into the influence of China, and his views on the way forward.
02:25 Inspiring Landscapes
In summer, more than 80 species of butterfly and bumblebees collect nectar from the abundant flowers of this highland cone-shaped basin with its diverse environment of grassland, woodland and marsh.
02:40 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 sustained by weaving.
02:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Japanology Plus": in which Peter Barakan meets experts in various fields from traditional arts to technology, introducing Japanese culture from a new perspective.
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 Living Ninja Legend
Masaaki Hatsumi, age 84, is a modern day ninja. He has taught police officers and military personnel from around the world. We follow his life, and take a close look at his amazing skills.
03:52 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
03:55 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
Yuzuru Hanyu, gold medalist at the Sochi Winter Olympics, returned to his hometown, Sendai, Miyagi Pref., and skated to "Hana wa Saku", a song created to support recovery from the 3.11 disaster.
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
A little cake shop draws customers who are on restricted diets. The cakes started from a husband's desire to support his diabetic wife, and now help many people rediscover the sweet taste of hope.
04:35 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
04:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Japan's northernmost primeval forest of Siebold's beech trees, which is in the Oshima Peninsula of southern Hokkaido. Our host goes on a snowshoe trek in the forest.
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 Lives Overshadowed by Crime
4 people were killed in the 1998 Wakayama Curry Poisoning Incident. Masumi Hayashi was sentenced to death for the crime but says she's innocent. Will her son abandon his mother, or maintain ties?
05:37 Drainspotters #2 Ninja
We explore Iga, home of a legendary ninja clan, for some absorbing insights into the world of ninjutsu from one of Japan's last ninja grandmasters.
05:40 Moon Festivals
Japan's "moon festivals" show the love Japanese people have for the moon. Witness exuberant, all-night traditional dancing and a unique tug-of-war, all carried out under the watchful eye of the moon.
NHK 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 Biz Stream
We will introduce companies that are using new technologies to recycle plastic bottles or to create alternative materials to help curtail plastic pollution.
06:40 Direct Talk
Satoshi Miyagi is artistic director of the public theater company SPAC. He is internationally renowned for interpreting classic western plays through a traditional Japanese aesthetic. What drives him?
06:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 NHK Documentary
Japanese fossil hunters made a once-in-a-century discovery: a fossilized skeleton of an 8-meter long dinosaur. But how did it end up in Japan and why was it well preserved? We search for the answers.
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 COOL JAPAN
In this "Big Questions" episode the panelists explore the contemporary perspectives and behavioral trends concerning marriages in Japan, and discuss the differences with those in their own countries.
08:55 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: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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 Living Ninja Legend
Masaaki Hatsumi, age 84, is a modern day ninja. He has taught police officers and military personnel from around the world. We follow his life, and take a close look at his amazing skills.
09:52 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
09:55 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
Yuzuru Hanyu, gold medalist at the Sochi Winter Olympics, returned to his hometown, Sendai, Miyagi Pref., and skated to "Hana wa Saku", a song created to support recovery from the 3.11 disaster.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 Hometown Stories
A little cake shop draws customers who are on restricted diets. The cakes started from a husband's desire to support his diabetic wife, and now help many people rediscover the sweet taste of hope.
10:35 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
10:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Japan's northernmost primeval forest of Siebold's beech trees, which is in the Oshima Peninsula of southern Hokkaido. Our host goes on a snowshoe trek in the forest.
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 The Professionals
Yoshihisa Fujishige has been directing high school bands and led them to many titles. Now he is aiming to help a band to make it to Japan's marching band national competition for the first time.
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 Biz Stream
We will introduce companies that are using new technologies to recycle plastic bottles or to create alternative materials to help curtail plastic pollution.
12:40 Direct Talk
Thai political scientist Thitinan Pongsudhirak examines the state of democracy in Thailand and South East Asia, sharing his insights into the influence of China, and his views on the way forward.
12:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:10 NHK Documentary
Japanese fossil hunters made a once-in-a-century discovery: a fossilized skeleton of an 8-meter long dinosaur. But how did it end up in Japan and why was it well preserved? We search for the answers.
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 Somewhere Street
Ushuaia, Argentina is the world's southernmost city. People seeking work from all over South America have moved here. In this episode, we explore Ushuaia and meet its friendly, kindhearted residents.
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 Living Ninja Legend
Masaaki Hatsumi, age 84, is a modern day ninja. He has taught police officers and military personnel from around the world. We follow his life, and take a close look at his amazing skills.
15:52 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
15:55 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
Yuzuru Hanyu, gold medalist at the Sochi Winter Olympics, returned to his hometown, Sendai, Miyagi Pref., and skated to "Hana wa Saku", a song created to support recovery from the 3.11 disaster.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 Hometown Stories
A little cake shop draws customers who are on restricted diets. The cakes started from a husband's desire to support his diabetic wife, and now help many people rediscover the sweet taste of hope.
16:35 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
16:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Japan's northernmost primeval forest of Siebold's beech trees, which is in the Oshima Peninsula of southern Hokkaido. Our host goes on a snowshoe trek in the forest.
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 The Professionals
Yoshihisa Fujishige has been directing high school bands and led them to many titles. Now he is aiming to help a band to make it to Japan's marching band national competition for the first time.
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 Biz Stream
We will introduce companies that are using new technologies to recycle plastic bottles or to create alternative materials to help curtail plastic pollution.
18:40 Direct Talk
Mathematician Noriko Arai, a top Japanese AI expert, warns that artificial intelligences will likely take jobs from humans in the near future. She discusses the keys to surviving in the coming AI era.
18:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Sacred city of Kyandy.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:10 NHK Documentary
Japanese fossil hunters made a once-in-a-century discovery: a fossilized skeleton of an 8-meter long dinosaur. But how did it end up in Japan and why was it well preserved? We search for the answers.
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 Living Ninja Legend
Masaaki Hatsumi, age 84, is a modern day ninja. He has taught police officers and military personnel from around the world. We follow his life, and take a close look at his amazing skills.
20:52 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
20:55 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
Yuzuru Hanyu, gold medalist at the Sochi Winter Olympics, returned to his hometown, Sendai, Miyagi Pref., and skated to "Hana wa Saku", a song created to support recovery from the 3.11 disaster.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
21:10 Direct Talk
Yan Lianke boldly reveals contradictions in China, repeatedly facing domestic publishing bans. This episode shows why he continues creative activities where freedom of expression is limited.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Verbs like "ikimasu (go)" and "kimasu (come)" and their past tense.Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
21:40 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 1-10.
21:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Japanology Plus": in which Peter Barakan meets experts in various fields from traditional arts to technology, introducing Japanese culture from a new perspective.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 Hometown Stories
A little cake shop draws customers who are on restricted diets. The cakes started from a husband's desire to support his diabetic wife, and now help many people rediscover the sweet taste of hope.
22:35 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
22:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Japan's northernmost primeval forest of Siebold's beech trees, which is in the Oshima Peninsula of southern Hokkaido. Our host goes on a snowshoe trek in the forest.
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 The Professionals
Yoshihisa Fujishige has been directing high school bands and led them to many titles. Now he is aiming to help a band to make it to Japan's marching band national competition for the first time.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Japanology Plus
School lunches are nutritious, delicious and educational. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
Cancer treatment has entered a new phase. The key is genetics. Analyzing genetic data makes it possible to identify mutations underlying different types of cancer and use drugs targeting them.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Welcome to the glittering world of kiriko cut glass. From glassware with intricate designs to those in a simple black color, an array of kiriko have been crafted by dedicated artisans.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Ise-Shima Women Divers Favored by the Gods.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
Designer Shunsuke Koike shines a light on the traditional weaving craft chirimen to develop the "denim chirimen", a labor of love blending western denim with Japanese kimono fabric.
NHK 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
Mathematician Noriko Arai, a top Japanese AI expert, warns that artificial intelligences will likely take jobs from humans in the near future. She discusses the keys to surviving in the coming AI era.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
In summer, more than 80 species of butterfly and bumblebees collect nectar from the abundant flowers of this highland cone-shaped basin with its diverse environment of grassland, woodland and marsh.
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 sustained by weaving.
06:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Japanology Plus": in which Peter Barakan meets experts in various fields from traditional arts to technology, introducing Japanese culture from a new perspective.
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 first of 2 specials from Shizuoka. Toshinobu Kubota and Denki Groove explain why they love their hometowns. And some of the girls from Morning Musume '18 learn the samba.
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 "What Numbers are They?"...
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: Verbs like "ikimasu (go)" and "kimasu (come)" and their past tense.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 Somewhere Street
Ushuaia, Argentina is the world's southernmost city. People seeking work from all over South America have moved here. In this episode, we explore Ushuaia and meet its friendly, kindhearted residents.
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, Ise-Shima Women Divers Favored by the Gods.
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 Shunsuke Koike shines a light on the traditional weaving craft chirimen to develop the "denim chirimen", a labor of love blending western denim with Japanese kimono fabric.
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
Sheru is a Delhi street kid who dreams of being a photographer. He does whatever he can to earn money to buy a camera. Life on the street is difficult but he never stops trying to improve his life.
11:55 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
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
Yan Lianke boldly reveals contradictions in China, repeatedly facing domestic publishing bans. This episode shows why he continues creative activities where freedom of expression is limited.
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: Yungang Grottoes.
12:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This week we feature "Japanology Plus": in which Peter Barakan meets experts in various fields from traditional arts to technology, introducing Japanese culture from a new perspective.
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 first of 2 specials from Shizuoka. Toshinobu Kubota and Denki Groove explain why they love their hometowns. And some of the girls from Morning Musume '18 learn the samba.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Welcome to the glittering world of kiriko cut glass. From glassware with intricate designs to those in a simple black color, an array of kiriko have been crafted by dedicated artisans.
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, Ise-Shima Women Divers Favored by the Gods.
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 Shunsuke Koike shines a light on the traditional weaving craft chirimen to develop the "denim chirimen", a labor of love blending western denim with Japanese kimono fabric.
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
Sheru is a Delhi street kid who dreams of being a photographer. He does whatever he can to earn money to buy a camera. Life on the street is difficult but he never stops trying to improve his life.
17:55 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Welcome to the glittering world of kiriko cut glass. From glassware with intricate designs to those in a simple black color, an array of kiriko have been crafted by dedicated artisans.
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 first of 2 specials from Shizuoka. Toshinobu Kubota and Denki Groove explain why they love their hometowns. And some of the girls from Morning Musume '18 learn the samba.
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
Sheru is a Delhi street kid who dreams of being a photographer. He does whatever he can to earn money to buy a camera. Life on the street is difficult but he never stops trying to improve his life.
20:55 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
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
Since becoming the youngest person to scale the Seven Summits, alpinist Ken Noguchi has focused on mountain clean-up projects and disaster relief efforts. What drives his activism and volunteer work?
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. Today: Konpira-san.
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, Ise-Shima Women Divers Favored by the Gods.
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 Shunsuke Koike shines a light on the traditional weaving craft chirimen to develop the "denim chirimen", a labor of love blending western denim with Japanese kimono fabric.
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
SAKURA-EBI: a tiny shrimp found only in Suruga bay of Shizuoka. Sakura-ebi, the ruby of the sea, is just 4cm long but packed with umami and a sweet aroma, and is a spring treat in Japan.
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
First-ever analysis of ancient Jomon nuclear DNA. The results reveal unexpected findings about their ties to modern Japanese people.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
In early summer, with her garden full of lush green, Venetia takes care of the new Spanish garden, makes an original compost box with a friend, and ingeniously uses a wood stove in this humid season.
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
Kit Pancoast Nagamura observes the arrival of spring along the Agano River. 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 62nd successor to Hokuto Shinken, Kasumi Kenshiro is back with the famous line "You're already dead!" We feature the new anime series "Fist of the blue sky REGENESIS (Souten no Ken REGENESIS)".
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
Sheru is a Delhi street kid who dreams of being a photographer. He does whatever he can to earn money to buy a camera. Life on the street is difficult but he never stops trying to improve his life.
05:55 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
NHK 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
Visit the prime spot for viewing Japan's tallest mountain and marvel at the deep-sea wonders of Suruga Bay in Numazu, Shizuoka Pref. And, discover the miso, a mainstay in Nagoya specialty.
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
Cancer treatment has entered a new phase. The key is genetics. Analyzing genetic data makes it possible to identify mutations underlying different types of cancer and use drugs targeting 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 The Mark of Beauty
Welcome to the glittering world of kiriko cut glass. From glassware with intricate designs to those in a simple black color, an array of kiriko have been crafted by dedicated artisans.
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 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Satsuma-yaki, Kagoshima Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
09:45 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Unexplored Angel Falls, Guiana Highlands, South America.
09:55 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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
With pirates at the door, a restaurant in the mountains of western Japan attracts diners of all ages with its amusement park-like atmosphere. For 3 days, we spoke to the customers at this restaurant.
11:55 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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
Visit the prime spot for viewing Japan's tallest mountain and marvel at the deep-sea wonders of Suruga Bay in Numazu, Shizuoka Pref. And, discover the miso, a mainstay in Nagoya specialty.
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.
13:45 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Bizen-yaki, Okayama Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
In early summer, with her garden full of lush green, Venetia takes care of the new Spanish garden, makes an original compost box with a friend, and ingeniously uses a wood stove in this humid season.
14:38 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:53 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: Longmen Grottoes.
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 62nd successor to Hokuto Shinken, Kasumi Kenshiro is back with the famous line "You're already dead!" We feature the new anime series "Fist of the blue sky REGENESIS (Souten no Ken REGENESIS)".
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
With pirates at the door, a restaurant in the mountains of western Japan attracts diners of all ages with its amusement park-like atmosphere. For 3 days, we spoke to the customers at this restaurant.
17:55 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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
Cancer treatment has entered a new phase. The key is genetics. Analyzing genetic data makes it possible to identify mutations underlying different types of cancer and use drugs targeting 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
With pirates at the door, a restaurant in the mountains of western Japan attracts diners of all ages with its amusement park-like atmosphere. For 3 days, we spoke to the customers at this restaurant.
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: Katsura Imperial Villa.
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
Masahiro Kato is president of Tendo Mokko, a furniture maker that creates wooden chairs and tables characterized by distinct curves. What inspires the brand's inventive designs and honed aesthetic?
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. Today: Todai-ji.
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
Kit Pancoast Nagamura observes the arrival of spring along the Agano River. 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 62nd successor to Hokuto Shinken, Kasumi Kenshiro is back with the famous line "You're already dead!" We feature the new anime series "Fist of the blue sky REGENESIS (Souten no Ken REGENESIS)".
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
Kit Pancoast Nagamura explores the bountiful seafood from the deep waters of Suruga Bay. 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: the Shinkansen. Discover the drama behind the creation of the bullet train.
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: Osumi Peninsula, Kagoshima.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
Explore the dazzling world of kabuki costumes! An expert joins the studio to explain the intricate details of some of kabuki's most famous clothes.Join us for the first in a new season of KABUKI KOOL.
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
Shimokitazawa is full of unique shops, cafes and eateries, and is hugely popular with tourists. This time, our guide to some of the latest and greatest places for fashion, food and more!
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 NINJA TRUTH Episode 2
We'll look at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried. And we'll try out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
04:45 BENTO EXPO #3
Marc Matsumoto makes a bento with marinated fried-salmon, Maki shares a recipe for rolls made from boiled vegetables wrapped in meat. And we introduce the most popular bento sold in Taipei Station.
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
With pirates at the door, a restaurant in the mountains of western Japan attracts diners of all ages with its amusement park-like atmosphere. For 3 days, we spoke to the customers at this restaurant.
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: Katsura Imperial Villa.
