NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Journeys in Japan
John Moore discovers the ocean's bounty at Cape Soya, the northernmost tip of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Japan Railway Journal
Enoshima Electric Railway is a 10km local railway, but the ridership is about 18 million annually. See how the company cherishes its history and strategies to attract tourists from overseas.
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!
Service members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's Toyokawa Camp in Aichi Pref., west of Tokyo, hold a cooking contest. Tune in to find out why, and check out the secret behind their tasty food!
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: Deep-fried Mackerel Tatsuta-style
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 HIBAKUSHA: Crossing Borders
One hibakusha (nuclear bomb survivor) visited the United States recently to take advantage of a renewed interest in the threat of nuclear weapons to spread her story.
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
Tote bags made of firefighter jackets?! Japanese traditional Kimonos turned into umbrellas? Find out more on this popular "upcycling" trends in Japan.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Asia Insight
10 years since the Sichuan Earthquake, Beijing invested in recovery efforts and says GDP has tripled this year. But survivors are still struggling with grief. We revisited the people there.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Journeys in Japan
John Moore discovers the ocean's bounty at Cape Soya, the northernmost tip of Hokkaido. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Enoshima Electric Railway is a 10km local railway, but the ridership is about 18 million annually. See how the company cherishes its history and strategies to attract tourists from overseas.
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
Even after peace came to feudal Japan, the samurai continued to practice and refine their sword-wielding skills. With expert Alex Bennett, we look at the philosophy of master swordsman Yagyu Munenori.
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 HIBAKUSHA: Crossing Borders
One hibakusha (nuclear bomb survivor) visited the United States recently to take advantage of a renewed interest in the threat of nuclear weapons to spread her story.
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
Tote bags made of firefighter jackets?! Japanese traditional Kimonos turned into umbrellas? Find out more on this popular "upcycling" trends in Japan.
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
10 years since the Sichuan Earthquake, Beijing invested in recovery efforts and says GDP has tripled this year. But survivors are still struggling with grief. We revisited the people there.
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
Even after peace came to feudal Japan, the samurai continued to practice and refine their sword-wielding skills. With expert Alex Bennett, we look at the philosophy of master swordsman Yagyu Munenori.
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
Enoshima Electric Railway is a 10km local railway, but the ridership is about 18 million annually. See how the company cherishes its history and strategies to attract tourists from overseas.
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
10 years since the Sichuan Earthquake, Beijing invested in recovery efforts and says GDP has tripled this year. But survivors are still struggling with grief. We revisited the people there.
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
Francisco J. Nunez is the founder of the Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC). Through music, he teaches a diverse group of children about the joy of life and the value of cooperation.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 HIBAKUSHA: Crossing Borders
One hibakusha (nuclear bomb survivor) visited the United States recently to take advantage of a renewed interest in the threat of nuclear weapons to spread her story.
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
Tote bags made of firefighter jackets?! Japanese traditional Kimonos turned into umbrellas? Find out more on this popular "upcycling" trends in Japan.
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
In this episode, we explore the city of Valletta, the capital of the Republic of Malta. Designated as a World Heritage Site, it's a walled city built by Christian Knights during the 16th century.
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
Misconceptions still linger over how people died in the Hiroshima atomic bombing. Many perished instantly, but others later died in a "donut zone of death". NHK uses big data to reveal the true story.
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 J-FLICKS
Held in Frankfurt every summer, Nippon Connection is the world's largest festival dedicated to Japanese cinema. Among the films presented at the festival, we introduce a documentary of the Jury Award.
02:40 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
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: Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancakes).
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 Rescuing the Lost Battalion
Nisei soldiers (442nd Infantry) keen to show loyalty to the US in WWII were called "heroes" for rescuing 200 men, but suffered 350 casualties. We trace their mission and government motives behind it.
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 Train Cruise
Train rides provide panoramas of landscapes and lifestyles, with opportunities to hop off and meet the people. The tracks run to well-known and less-explored parts of Japan.
04:55 Blends
This program is a fusion of Western and Asian music played with only Japanese traditional instruments. Famous songs will be covered by distinguished musicians in Japan: KOKYU.
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
10 years since the Sichuan Earthquake, Beijing invested in recovery efforts and says GDP has tripled this year. But survivors are still struggling with grief. We revisited the people there.
NHK 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) Iriko Rice (2) Glazed Iriko and Nuts Tazukuri. Japanese food director, Yuri Nomura visits Kagawa Prefecture to see how the authentic iriko for dashi broth is made.
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: Xidi and Hongcun.
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
Even after peace came to feudal Japan, the samurai continued to practice and refine their sword-wielding skills. With expert Alex Bennett, we look at the philosophy of master swordsman Yagyu Munenori.
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 Rescuing the Lost Battalion
Nisei soldiers (442nd Infantry) keen to show loyalty to the US in WWII were called "heroes" for rescuing 200 men, but suffered 350 casualties. We trace their mission and government motives behind it.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 Train Cruise
Train rides provide panoramas of landscapes and lifestyles, with opportunities to hop off and meet the people. The tracks run to well-known and less-explored parts of Japan.
10:55 Blends
This program is a fusion of Western and Asian music played with only Japanese traditional instruments. Famous songs will be covered by distinguished musicians in Japan: KOKYU.
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 Setsuko Thurlow's Quest
Is a world without nuclear arms possible? Hiroshima bombing survivor Setsuko Thurlow has traveled the globe in pursuit of that goal, a journey which led her to the Nobel Peace Prize Award ceremony.
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) Iriko Rice (2) Glazed Iriko and Nuts Tazukuri. Japanese food director, Yuri Nomura visits Kagawa Prefecture to see how the authentic iriko for dashi broth is made.
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpiece of Hiroshige, "Night Views of Saruwaka-cho" 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 1-18.
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
As its name suggests, Kirin Holdings is the holding company of Kirin, a large beer and soft drink maker. As Japan's beer market shrinks, CEO Yoshinori Isozaki tells us how his company is responding.
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: Xidi and Hongcun.
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 "Then the Bridge Thought..." etc
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 J-FLICKS
Held in Frankfurt every summer, Nippon Connection is the world's largest festival dedicated to Japanese cinema. Among the films presented at the festival, we introduce a documentary of the Jury Award.
14:40 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
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: Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancakes).
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 Rescuing the Lost Battalion
Nisei soldiers (442nd Infantry) keen to show loyalty to the US in WWII were called "heroes" for rescuing 200 men, but suffered 350 casualties. We trace their mission and government motives behind it.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 Train Cruise
Train rides provide panoramas of landscapes and lifestyles, with opportunities to hop off and meet the people. The tracks run to well-known and less-explored parts of Japan.
16:55 Blends
This program is a fusion of Western and Asian music played with only Japanese traditional instruments. Famous songs will be covered by distinguished musicians in Japan: KOKYU.
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 Setsuko Thurlow's Quest
Is a world without nuclear arms possible? Hiroshima bombing survivor Setsuko Thurlow has traveled the globe in pursuit of that goal, a journey which led her to the Nobel Peace Prize Award ceremony.
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) Iriko Rice (2) Glazed Iriko and Nuts Tazukuri. Japanese food director, Yuri Nomura visits Kagawa Prefecture to see how the authentic iriko for dashi broth is made.
18:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpiece of Hiroshige, "Night Views of Saruwaka-cho" 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 1-18.
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
In June 2018, Japanese singer Tokiko Kato held a concert in Sakhalin, in the Russian Far East, as part of a cultural exchange between the 2 countries. What was the message she wanted to convey?
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: Xidi and Hongcun.
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 "Then the Bridge Thought..." etc
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 Rescuing the Lost Battalion
Nisei soldiers (442nd Infantry) keen to show loyalty to the US in WWII were called "heroes" for rescuing 200 men, but suffered 350 casualties. We trace their mission and government motives behind it.
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 J-FLICKS
Held in Frankfurt every summer, Nippon Connection is the world's largest festival dedicated to Japanese cinema. Among the films presented at the festival, we introduce a documentary of the Jury Award.
21:40 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
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: Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancakes).
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 Train Cruise
Train rides provide panoramas of landscapes and lifestyles, with opportunities to hop off and meet the people. The tracks run to well-known and less-explored parts of Japan.
22:55 Blends
This program is a fusion of Western and Asian music played with only Japanese traditional instruments. Famous songs will be covered by distinguished musicians in Japan: KOKYU.
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 Setsuko Thurlow's Quest
Is a world without nuclear arms possible? Hiroshima bombing survivor Setsuko Thurlow has traveled the globe in pursuit of that goal, a journey which led her to the Nobel Peace Prize Award ceremony.
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
This show offers tourists handy info and regional advice on where to go, what to see, and how to experience Japan, like an expert. We also share viewer tips and photos of food, scenery, and festivals.
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
The second special from Shizuoka features 2 DJs with local roots: DJ Misoshiru and MC Gohan (actually one person) and TeddyLoid. They're throwing a party at the local NHK studio. And you're invited!
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 "Then the Bridge Thought..." etc
01:45 Japan-easy
Today: Phrases relating to the time and past, present, and future tenses. 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
The Benetton Group is globally known for fashion. Its co-founder Luciano Benetton, now in his 80's, has returned to lead the company's apparel division. He speaks on his bold vision for the brand.
02:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
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 protected by fishermen.
02:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce affairs behind the scene of the traditional event and food in Kyoto from "Core Kyoto" and "Trails to Tsukiji". You'll be allured to take a trip to Kyoto in summer.
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 Relaying the Torch of Peace
Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the atomic bomb hit Hiroshima. As a survivor, she struggled to come to terms with the bomb's legacy, but ultimately found her mission in passing on the torch of peace.
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 couple in their 20's took over a hot spring facility in Tochigi Prefecture with the dream of providing a relaxing getaway. But over the busy summer months, the workload becomes a lot to handle.
04:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Machiya.
04:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Miyajima is one of the largest migratory stops in the world for the Greater White-fronted Goose, up to 85,000 birds at one time. Join our program host as he observes the birds live himself.
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 Setsuko Thurlow's Quest
Is a world without nuclear arms possible? Hiroshima bombing survivor Setsuko Thurlow has traveled the globe in pursuit of that goal, a journey which led her to the Nobel Peace Prize Award ceremony.
NHK 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
This episode will introduce some companies that are taking Japan's fashion industry in a new direction by using the internet to leverage their strengths.
06:40 Direct Talk
In June 2018, Japanese singer Tokiko Kato held a concert in Sakhalin, in the Russian Far East, as part of a cultural exchange between the 2 countries. What was the message she wanted to convey?
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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
Misconceptions still linger over how people died in the Hiroshima atomic bombing. Many perished instantly, but others later died in a "donut zone of death". NHK uses big data to reveal the true story.
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 J-FLICKS
Held in Frankfurt every summer, Nippon Connection is the world's largest festival dedicated to Japanese cinema. Among the films presented at the festival, we introduce a documentary of the Jury Award.
08:40 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
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: Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancakes).
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 Relaying the Torch of Peace
Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the atomic bomb hit Hiroshima. As a survivor, she struggled to come to terms with the bomb's legacy, but ultimately found her mission in passing on the torch of peace.
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 couple in their 20's took over a hot spring facility in Tochigi Prefecture with the dream of providing a relaxing getaway. But over the busy summer months, the workload becomes a lot to handle.
10:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Machiya.
10:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Miyajima is one of the largest migratory stops in the world for the Greater White-fronted Goose, up to 85,000 birds at one time. Join our program host as he observes the birds live himself.
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
Shima Tassin is a French chef turned household helper who specializes in cooking. In 3 hours, she makes about a week's worth of meals, bringing smiles to busy working moms and their families.
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: Hot Springs.
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
This episode will introduce some companies that are taking Japan's fashion industry in a new direction by using the internet to leverage their strengths.
12:40 Direct Talk
The Benetton Group is globally known for fashion. Its co-founder Luciano Benetton, now in his 80's, has returned to lead the company's apparel division. He speaks on his bold vision for the brand.
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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
Misconceptions still linger over how people died in the Hiroshima atomic bombing. Many perished instantly, but others later died in a "donut zone of death". NHK uses big data to reveal the true story.
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
In this episode, we explore the city of Valletta, the capital of the Republic of Malta. Designated as a World Heritage Site, it's a walled city built by Christian Knights during the 16th century.
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 Relaying the Torch of Peace
Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the atomic bomb hit Hiroshima. As a survivor, she struggled to come to terms with the bomb's legacy, but ultimately found her mission in passing on the torch of peace.
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 couple in their 20's took over a hot spring facility in Tochigi Prefecture with the dream of providing a relaxing getaway. But over the busy summer months, the workload becomes a lot to handle.
16:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Machiya.
16:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Miyajima is one of the largest migratory stops in the world for the Greater White-fronted Goose, up to 85,000 birds at one time. Join our program host as he observes the birds live himself.
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
Shima Tassin is a French chef turned household helper who specializes in cooking. In 3 hours, she makes about a week's worth of meals, bringing smiles to busy working moms and their families.
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: Hot Springs.
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
This episode will introduce some companies that are taking Japan's fashion industry in a new direction by using the internet to leverage their strengths.
18:40 Direct Talk
ICAN's Beatrice Fihn earned the Nobel Peace Prize by introducing a treaty to the UN to abolish nuclear weapons. She continues to mobilize people worldwide by making nuclear arms a human rights issue.
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. Today: Wudang Mountains.
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
Misconceptions still linger over how people died in the Hiroshima atomic bombing. Many perished instantly, but others later died in a "donut zone of death". NHK uses big data to reveal the true story.
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 Relaying the Torch of Peace
Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the atomic bomb hit Hiroshima. As a survivor, she struggled to come to terms with the bomb's legacy, but ultimately found her mission in passing on the torch of peace.
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
Francisco J. Nunez is the founder of the Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC). Through music, he teaches a diverse group of children about the joy of life and the value of cooperation.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Phrases relating to the time and past, present, and future tenses. 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 1-18.
21:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce affairs behind the scene of the traditional event and food in Kyoto from "Core Kyoto" and "Trails to Tsukiji". You'll be allured to take a trip to Kyoto in summer.
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 couple in their 20's took over a hot spring facility in Tochigi Prefecture with the dream of providing a relaxing getaway. But over the busy summer months, the workload becomes a lot to handle.
22:35 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Machiya.
22:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Miyajima is one of the largest migratory stops in the world for the Greater White-fronted Goose, up to 85,000 birds at one time. Join our program host as he observes the birds live himself.
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
Shima Tassin is a French chef turned household helper who specializes in cooking. In 3 hours, she makes about a week's worth of meals, bringing smiles to busy working moms and their families.
23:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Hot Springs.
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
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
Japanese research into the brain shows that reading aloud or doing simple math can help the elderly retain or even regain cognitive functions, point to a new path for preventing and treating dementia.
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
Bashofu is a fabric born in Okinawa with 600 years of history. The light and airy fabric is perfect for the hot and humid climate of the islands. Let us weave our way through its charms.
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.
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
Meet designer Taichiro Hashimoto who looks to break through in the established world of leather, with a line of innovative Japan-made leather goods.
NHK 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
ICAN's Beatrice Fihn earned the Nobel Peace Prize by introducing a treaty to the UN to abolish nuclear weapons. She continues to mobilize people worldwide by making nuclear arms a human rights issue.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
06:40 Satoyama
Satoyama: a place where people are a part of the natural ecosystem. We will visit one Japanese satoyama where life is abundant and interconnected. Today: A forest protected by fishermen.
06:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce affairs behind the scene of the traditional event and food in Kyoto from "Core Kyoto" and "Trails to Tsukiji". You'll be allured to take a trip to Kyoto in summer.
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
The second special from Shizuoka features 2 DJs with local roots: DJ Misoshiru and MC Gohan (actually one person) and TeddyLoid. They're throwing a party at the local NHK studio. And you're invited!
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 "Then the Bridge Thought..." etc
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: Phrases relating to the time and past, present, and future tenses. 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
In this episode, we explore the city of Valletta, the capital of the Republic of Malta. Designated as a World Heritage Site, it's a walled city built by Christian Knights during the 16th century.
09:00 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony
This special edition of NHK NEWSLINE covers the peace memorial ceremony to commemorate the 1945 atomic bombing of Hiroshima. People from around the world gather to pray for the souls of the victims.
09:35 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Hagi-yaki, Yamaguchi Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
09:50 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.
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
Meet designer Taichiro Hashimoto who looks to break through in the established world of leather, with a line of innovative Japan-made leather goods.
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
The story follows Su's journey, an old peddler from the 24th Street under construction in China's coastal city to his rural hometown where he left 30 years ago with a woman he loved.
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
Francisco J. Nunez is the founder of the Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC). Through music, he teaches a diverse group of children about the joy of life and the value of cooperation.
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: Xidi and Hongcun.
12:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce affairs behind the scene of the traditional event and food in Kyoto from "Core Kyoto" and "Trails to Tsukiji". You'll be allured to take a trip to Kyoto in summer.
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
The second special from Shizuoka features 2 DJs with local roots: DJ Misoshiru and MC Gohan (actually one person) and TeddyLoid. They're throwing a party at the local NHK studio. And you're invited!
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
Bashofu is a fabric born in Okinawa with 600 years of history. The light and airy fabric is perfect for the hot and humid climate of the islands. Let us weave our way through its charms.
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.
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
Meet designer Taichiro Hashimoto who looks to break through in the established world of leather, with a line of innovative Japan-made leather goods.
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
The story follows Su's journey, an old peddler from the 24th Street under construction in China's coastal city to his rural hometown where he left 30 years ago with a woman he loved.
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
Bashofu is a fabric born in Okinawa with 600 years of history. The light and airy fabric is perfect for the hot and humid climate of the islands. Let us weave our way through its charms.
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
The second special from Shizuoka features 2 DJs with local roots: DJ Misoshiru and MC Gohan (actually one person) and TeddyLoid. They're throwing a party at the local NHK studio. And you're invited!
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
The story follows Su's journey, an old peddler from the 24th Street under construction in China's coastal city to his rural hometown where he left 30 years ago with a woman he loved.
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
Kotaro Nishibori is the fifth-generation head of a time-honored company making wagasa-traditional Japanese umbrellas. What draws him to his craft, and what is the new direction he envisions for it?
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
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
Meet designer Taichiro Hashimoto who looks to break through in the established world of leather, with a line of innovative Japan-made leather goods.
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
HAMACHI, Japanese yellowtail, is a fish found in Japanese waters that's cheap and popular as sashimi or sushi. We explore farmed HAMACHI, said to be richer and tastier than the wild-caught variety.
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
Sleep is the greatest mystery in neuroscience, yet Dr. Masashi Yanagisawa's discovery of a substance called orexin could be a clue to finally understanding the phenomenon of sleep.
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
Venetia works on the garden in the morning to avoid the heat. Vegetables fresh from the nearby market are turned into bagna cauda. The old shop of kyo-uchiwa fans she visits shows her some rare fans.
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
On Tobishima, in the Japan Sea, John Moore enjoys life on island time. 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
Featuring Takao Saito, a Japanese manga and gekiga artist. He is best known for Golgo 13, which has been serialized since 1968 making it the oldest manga still in publication. Stay tuned to find more.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Inside Lens
The story follows Su's journey, an old peddler from the 24th Street under construction in China's coastal city to his rural hometown where he left 30 years ago with a woman he loved.