NHK 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
We visit Tokoname, a leading ceramics producer located beside Chubu International Airport in central Japan. And supermarkets offer a treasure trove of possible souvenirs and deals for travelers.
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
A new drug from Japan that destroys cancer cells by boosting the immune system shows potential for transforming treatment. We look at the benefits of this novel medication, and its challenges.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 HAIKU MASTERS in SHIZUOKA
This time, we enjoy Photo Haiku while taking in the beauty of Mt. Fuji. Worshipped by the Japanese for ages, Mt. Fuji is the symbol of Japan, and we learn about its history with guest SUDA51.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Charles Glover leaves frenetic Tokyo behind for a nearby escape to Atami, a once fading hot spring resort springing back to life with a new take on the old.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 imagine-nation
The anime "BATMAN NINJA"; Batman and the villains including The Joker are transported back in time to medieval Japan in this ground-breaking anime feature. Stay tuned for more about Japan-made Batman.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
As aircraft arrive at and depart Narita Airport in Japan, visitors to a nearby park watch on and long to be onboard. For 3 days, we spoke to people enchanted by the thrill of seeing planes up close.
11:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Hina Dolls.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 J-Trip Plan
We visit Tokoname, a leading ceramics producer located beside Chubu International Airport in central Japan. And supermarkets offer a treasure trove of possible souvenirs and deals for travelers.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
A new drug from Japan that destroys cancer cells by boosting the immune system shows potential for transforming treatment. We look at the benefits of this novel medication, and its challenges.
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
Venetia Stanley-Smith has been living in Kyoto's Ohara district for a decade. We introduce her eco-people-friendly way of life. Today: A Country Summer Scene.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Charles Glover leaves frenetic Tokyo behind for a nearby escape to Atami, a once fading hot spring resort springing back to life with a new take on the old.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 imagine-nation
The anime "BATMAN NINJA"; Batman and the villains including The Joker are transported back in time to medieval Japan in this ground-breaking anime feature. Stay tuned for more about Japan-made Batman.
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
As aircraft arrive at and depart Narita Airport in Japan, visitors to a nearby park watch on and long to be onboard. For 3 days, we spoke to people enchanted by the thrill of seeing planes up close.
17:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Hina Dolls.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
Venetia Stanley-Smith has been living in Kyoto's Ohara district for a decade. We introduce her eco-people-friendly way of life. Today: A Country Summer Scene.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
A new drug from Japan that destroys cancer cells by boosting the immune system shows potential for transforming treatment. We look at the benefits of this novel medication, and its challenges.
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
As aircraft arrive at and depart Narita Airport in Japan, visitors to a nearby park watch on and long to be onboard. For 3 days, we spoke to people enchanted by the thrill of seeing planes up close.
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: Hina Dolls.
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
Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement. Its origins lie in the 550-year-old Ikenobo school. Headmaster Designate Senko Ikenobo speaks about what she aspires to through her art.
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: Nabesima Celadon Ware.
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
Actor Charles Glover leaves frenetic Tokyo behind for a nearby escape to Atami, a once fading hot spring resort springing back to life with a new take on the old.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 imagine-nation
The anime "BATMAN NINJA"; Batman and the villains including The Joker are transported back in time to medieval Japan in this ground-breaking anime feature. Stay tuned for more about Japan-made Batman.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
Wakayama Prefecture is located in the southern part of Honshu. Our traveler will ride through historical sacred sites. He will also enjoy local products like pickled plum.
00:57 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.
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 Biz Buzz Japan
Treat yourself but stay healthy with Japan's confectionery. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
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 different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.
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
Kawasaki is close to central Tokyo, and it offers a variety of charms, including history, fantasy and science fiction! Explore the appeal of Kawasaki, a city right next to Tokyo.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
04:45 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a nutritious miso-flavored ground pork bento that goes along wonderfully with vegetables. Maki uses oily and delicious mackerel to make a grilled fish and rice bento.
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
As aircraft arrive at and depart Narita Airport in Japan, visitors to a nearby park watch on and long to be onboard. For 3 days, we spoke to people enchanted by the thrill of seeing planes up close.
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: Hina Dolls.
NHK 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
Rice cultivation has shaped behavior and beliefs in Japan. 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
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
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 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
Venetia Stanley-Smith has been living in Kyoto's Ohara district for a decade. We introduce her eco-people-friendly way of life. Today: A Country Summer Scene.
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
Kawasaki is close to central Tokyo, and it offers a variety of charms, including history, fantasy and science fiction! Explore the appeal of Kawasaki, a city right next to 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 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
10:45 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a nutritious miso-flavored ground pork bento that goes along wonderfully with vegetables. Maki uses oily and delicious mackerel to make a grilled fish and rice bento.
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 Her Story
Chumvan "Belle" Sodhachivy is one of Cambodia's leading royal court dancers. Belle is introducing modern topics and contemporary dance moves to revive the art and pass it down to the next generation.
11:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
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
Rice cultivation has shaped behavior and beliefs in Japan. 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
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.
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
Kawasaki is close to central Tokyo, and it offers a variety of charms, including history, fantasy and science fiction! Explore the appeal of Kawasaki, a city right next to 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 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
16:45 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a nutritious miso-flavored ground pork bento that goes along wonderfully with vegetables. Maki uses oily and delicious mackerel to make a grilled fish and rice bento.
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 Her Story
Chumvan "Belle" Sodhachivy is one of Cambodia's leading royal court dancers. Belle is introducing modern topics and contemporary dance moves to revive the art and pass it down to the next generation.
17:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.
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
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
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 Her Story
Chumvan "Belle" Sodhachivy is one of Cambodia's leading royal court dancers. Belle is introducing modern topics and contemporary dance moves to revive the art and pass it down to the next generation.
20:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
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
Former US Labor Secretary and USC Professor of Public Policy Robert Reich analyses the ramifications of widening income inequality, money in politics, and the urgent need to revive the Common Good.
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: Raden.
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
Kawasaki is close to central Tokyo, and it offers a variety of charms, including history, fantasy and science fiction! Explore the appeal of Kawasaki, a city right next to 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 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
23:45 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a nutritious miso-flavored ground pork bento that goes along wonderfully with vegetables. Maki uses oily and delicious mackerel to make a grilled fish and rice bento.
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) Rika's Napolitan (2) Scallop and Mushroom Gratin. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with her fun lesson!
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
In 2015, the Hokuriku Shinkansen connected between Tokyo and Kanazawa. See the economic effects and the different strategies put in place to attract more tourists from overseas to the region.
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 Lunch ON!
Tokachi, in northern Japan, is the nation's top producer of wheat. In July, workers take turns working 24-hour shifts to harvest the wheat at once. Tune in to find out why they're in such a rush.
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from"Your Japanese Kitchen". Today:Kushikatsu,Japanese deep-fried skewers
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: Bubuzuke, a dish inspired by frugality. 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 plus
Today's theme: Dialogue with Materials. Kengo Kuma is one of Japan's most famous architects. Join our exploration of the world of Kengo Kuma and his diverse use of wood, stone, paper and clay!
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 Her Story
Chumvan "Belle" Sodhachivy is one of Cambodia's leading royal court dancers. Belle is introducing modern topics and contemporary dance moves to revive the art and pass it down to the next generation.
05:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
NHK 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
Japan's yams, YAMAIMO, can be eaten raw in a sticky yet delicious paste. When cooked, they take on a range of textures and flavors. Discover yams, a versatile ingredient in Japanese 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 Biz Buzz Japan
Treat yourself but stay healthy with Japan's confectionery. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Explore the different types of romantic hero who appear in kabuki. From sweet, comic charmers to brooding bad boys, actor Kataoka Ainosuke explains these heroic archetypes.
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: Bubuzuke, a dish inspired by frugality. 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 plus
Today's theme: Dialogue with Materials. Kengo Kuma is one of Japan's most famous architects. Join our exploration of the world of Kengo Kuma and his diverse use of wood, stone, paper and clay!
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
Paper: demand for this material continues at great environmental cost. But Nobuyoshi Yamasaki is gaining attention for using Japanese technology to create a new kind of paper from... stone.
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
Japan's yams, YAMAIMO, can be eaten raw in a sticky yet delicious paste. When cooked, they take on a range of textures and flavors. Discover yams, a versatile ingredient in Japanese 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 Biz Buzz Japan
Treat yourself but stay healthy with Japan's confectionery. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
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 Lunch ON!
Tokachi, in northern Japan, is the nation's top producer of wheat. In July, workers take turns working 24-hour shifts to harvest the wheat at once. Tune in to find out why they're in such a rush.
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:Kushikatsu,Japanese deep-fried skewers
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: Bubuzuke, a dish inspired by frugality. 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 plus
Today's theme: Dialogue with Materials. Kengo Kuma is one of Japan's most famous architects. Join our exploration of the world of Kengo Kuma and his diverse use of wood, stone, paper and clay!
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
Paper: demand for this material continues at great environmental cost. But Nobuyoshi Yamasaki is gaining attention for using Japanese technology to create a new kind of paper from... stone.
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 Lunch ON!
Tokachi, in northern Japan, is the nation's top producer of wheat. In July, workers take turns working 24-hour shifts to harvest the wheat at once. Tune in to find out why they're in such a rush.
18:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from"Your Japanese Kitchen". Today:Kushikatsu,Japanese deep-fried skewers
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 Biz Buzz Japan
Treat yourself but stay healthy with Japan's confectionery. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
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
Paper: demand for this material continues at great environmental cost. But Nobuyoshi Yamasaki is gaining attention for using Japanese technology to create a new kind of paper from... stone.
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. Today: Kiyomizu-dera.
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: Bubuzuke, a dish inspired by frugality. 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 plus
Today's theme: Dialogue with Materials. Kengo Kuma is one of Japan's most famous architects. Join our exploration of the world of Kengo Kuma and his diverse use of wood, stone, paper and clay!
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 great gear
[Beat that Cabbage Down, Interior Lifestyle Tokyo, Laundry Made Easy and Eco-Friendly] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
00:40 Direct Talk
Ajinomoto intends to be one of the world's top 10 food companies by 2020. Created 109 years ago, it started out making seasonings. We spoke to CEO Takaaki Nishii about the company's past and future.
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. Today: Hwaseong Fortress.
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
A new generation of DIY scientists is using accessible and affordable bio technology to experiment with genetic modification and genome editing. We take a close look at the benefits and the risks.
01:55 World Heritage Wonders
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.Qufu.
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 J-Arena
Japan has won more Olympic medals in gymnastics than in any other field. With 1992 silver medalist Yukio Iketani, we look at the history of the sport in Japan and the quest for "beautiful gymnastics".
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
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
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
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
Paper: demand for this material continues at great environmental cost. But Nobuyoshi Yamasaki is gaining attention for using Japanese technology to create a new kind of paper from... stone.
NHK 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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
Wakayama Prefecture is located in the southern part of Honshu. Our traveler will ride through historical sacred sites. He will also enjoy local products like pickled plum.
06:57 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.
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
In 2015, the Hokuriku Shinkansen connected between Tokyo and Kanazawa. See the economic effects and the different strategies put in place to attract more tourists from overseas to the region.
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 Lunch ON!
Tokachi, in northern Japan, is the nation's top producer of wheat. In July, workers take turns working 24-hour shifts to harvest the wheat at once. Tune in to find out why they're in such a rush.
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:Kushikatsu,Japanese deep-fried skewers
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
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
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
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.
11:50 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Psalms of the Meadow, Matterhorn, the Alps.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
Wakayama Prefecture is located in the southern part of Honshu. Our traveler will ride through historical sacred sites. He will also enjoy local products like pickled plum.
12:57 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.
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
In 2015, the Hokuriku Shinkansen connected between Tokyo and Kanazawa. See the economic effects and the different strategies put in place to attract more tourists from overseas to the region.
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 J-Arena
Japan has won more Olympic medals in gymnastics than in any other field. With 1992 silver medalist Yukio Iketani, we look at the history of the sport in Japan and the quest for "beautiful gymnastics".
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
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
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
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. Today: Mongolians Set Sights on South Korea.
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 J-Arena
Japan has won more Olympic medals in gymnastics than in any other field. With 1992 silver medalist Yukio Iketani, we look at the history of the sport in Japan and the quest for "beautiful gymnastics".
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
In 2015, the Hokuriku Shinkansen connected between Tokyo and Kanazawa. See the economic effects and the different strategies put in place to attract more tourists from overseas to the region.
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. Today: Mongolians Set Sights on South Korea.
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
Cherrie Atilano is a Filipino farmer and social entrepreneur. She's working to make farming attractive, sustainable and profitable to alleviate poverty, ensure food security and enrich people's lives.
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: Katsura Detached Palace.
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
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
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
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
Chiang Mai, Thailand was once the capital of the Lan Na Kingdom. It is known as the "city of healing". In this episode we explore Chiang Mai, meeting residents who enjoy living in this peaceful city.
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
In January, more than half a billion dollars' worth of a cryptocurrency was siphoned from a major exchange. We followed a battle pitting white hat hackers against the culprit for 3 months.
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 COOL JAPAN
The Great East Japan Earthquake has triggered increased disaster awareness and emergence of improved relief measures in Japan. The panelists evaluate this development from the foreigner's perspective.
02:55 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: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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 Mt. Fuji Aqua Journey
Mt. Fuji's blessing is water. Its properties vary depending on the spring, and it produces the best rice, the hottest wasabi and sakura shrimp. A German beer brewer introduces this powerful water.
03:37 The Directhon
On "The Directhon", inspired by brainstorming "ideathons", teams dream up ideas for a TV show. In this episode set in Shizuoka, a high schooler convinces her team to make a travelogue for busy women.
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
Join us on a virtual tour of guest houses in Tokyo, an alternative to hotels that are growing in popularity among travelers. In our cutting edge corner, we feature some unique capsule hotels.
04:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
From the ocean's depths, a tale of motherly love. Watch the female North Pacific giant octopus sacrifice everything for her young, going without food to protect them until they hatch, then dying.
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: Sake.
04:55 Blends
We'll introduce jushichigen-koto, a Japanese harp with 17 strings in Ikegami-honmonji Temple, Tokyo. 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. Today: Mongolians Set Sights on South Korea.
