NHK 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 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Iriomotejima.
06:25 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.
06:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Taro and Chicken Fritters with Umeboshi Batter (2) Eggplants in Dashi Sauce with Bonito Crisps. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 Hiroshima Revealed: Part2
What was in John Hersey's mind as he wrote about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima? His grandson visits the city to find out, meets survivors, and considers the meaning of passing on tragic memories.
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 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: Giant Garden Trees - A Nursery for Raptors.
08:20 Hokkaido In Focus
The charms of the northern island of Hokkaido, one of Japan's most photogenic areas, are presented through the perspectives and works of top photographers who have settled down there. Lake Toya.
08:25 Drainspotters #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
08:30 J-Arena
Japan's badminton team have made significant progress in the run-up to Tokyo 2020. Their success owes much to the rigorous approach that former doubles star Park Joo-bong has brought as head coach.
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 The Guardians of Paradise
2018 is the 50th anniversary of the Ogasawara Islands' return to Japan. Located 1,000km from Tokyo, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a heaven of biodiversity and home to a multicultural community.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 #TOKYO
Let's go to Asakusa where you can see and taste the traditions of Tokyo along a shopping street while wearing kimono. We also highlight a place to try calligraphy that has a great view of the city.
10:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The black-spotted rock frog has some tricks up its sleeve. From foot-flagging to water-walking, this amphibian is full of surprises. We travel to Borneo's "frog paradise" in search of the frog ninja!
10:50 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Tea Rooms.
10:55 Blends
In Kyoto, Japan, we'll introduce hichiriki, a small 18cm lacquered flute, which can make powerful sounds. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:10 SURVIVOR TREES: HIROSHIMA REVEALED
After the atomic bombing, some trees survived and gave people hope. Cannon Hersey takes a journey from Hiroshima to New York to reveal the untold stories of the survivor trees.
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) Taro and Chicken Fritters with Umeboshi Batter (2) Eggplants in Dashi Sauce with Bonito Crisps. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore "Prosperity of the Fish Market at Nihonbashi" by Kuniyasu 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 1-21.
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 Hiroshima Revealed: Part2
What was in John Hersey's mind as he wrote about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima? His grandson visits the city to find out, meets survivors, and considers the meaning of passing on tragic memories.
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
Kaidan are Japanese supernatural tales, typically told in summer for a "chilling" effect. Our panelists attempt to understand this tradition vis-a-vis the horror-tale cultures 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: Japanese Style Rice Omelet.
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 The Guardians of Paradise
2018 is the 50th anniversary of the Ogasawara Islands' return to Japan. Located 1,000km from Tokyo, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a heaven of biodiversity and home to a multicultural community.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 #TOKYO
Let's go to Asakusa where you can see and taste the traditions of Tokyo along a shopping street while wearing kimono. We also highlight a place to try calligraphy that has a great view of the city.
16:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The black-spotted rock frog has some tricks up its sleeve. From foot-flagging to water-walking, this amphibian is full of surprises. We travel to Borneo's "frog paradise" in search of the frog ninja!
16:50 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Tea Rooms.
16:55 Blends
In Kyoto, Japan, we'll introduce hichiriki, a small 18cm lacquered flute, which can make powerful sounds. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:10 SURVIVOR TREES: HIROSHIMA REVEALED
After the atomic bombing, some trees survived and gave people hope. Cannon Hersey takes a journey from Hiroshima to New York to reveal the untold stories of the survivor trees.
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) Taro and Chicken Fritters with Umeboshi Batter (2) Eggplants in Dashi Sauce with Bonito Crisps. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
18:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore "Prosperity of the Fish Market at Nihonbashi" by Kuniyasu 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 1-21.
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 Hiroshima Revealed: Part2
What was in John Hersey's mind as he wrote about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima? His grandson visits the city to find out, meets survivors, and considers the meaning of passing on tragic memories.
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 The Guardians of Paradise
2018 is the 50th anniversary of the Ogasawara Islands' return to Japan. Located 1,000km from Tokyo, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a heaven of biodiversity and home to a multicultural community.
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
Kaidan are Japanese supernatural tales, typically told in summer for a "chilling" effect. Our panelists attempt to understand this tradition vis-a-vis the horror-tale cultures 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: Japanese Style Rice Omelet.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 #TOKYO
Let's go to Asakusa where you can see and taste the traditions of Tokyo along a shopping street while wearing kimono. We also highlight a place to try calligraphy that has a great view of the city.
22:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The black-spotted rock frog has some tricks up its sleeve. From foot-flagging to water-walking, this amphibian is full of surprises. We travel to Borneo's "frog paradise" in search of the frog ninja!
22:50 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Tea Rooms.
22:55 Blends
In Kyoto, Japan, we'll introduce hichiriki, a small 18cm lacquered flute, which can make powerful sounds. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:10 SURVIVOR TREES: HIROSHIMA REVEALED
After the atomic bombing, some trees survived and gave people hope. Cannon Hersey takes a journey from Hiroshima to New York to reveal the untold stories of the survivor trees.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the refined beauty of Kishu lacquerware embellished with gold designs produced in Kainan, Wakayama Pref. We also get tips on enjoying the Danjiri Festival in Kishiwada in southern Osaka Pref.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:10 J-MELO
J-MELO is celebrating its 550th episode with 4 weeks of live music. This week, the launch party. Check out the artists, and join the fun!
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 "The Invisible Man X"...
01:45 Japan-easy
Today: The formal and casual forms of verbs. 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
Journeying from New York to Hiroshima, Tribeca Film Festival co-founder Craig Hatkoff looks for ways to share stories to come to terms with 9.11, overcome hatred, and never cause another Ground Zero.
02:25 Inspiring Landscapes
In July, the 1,700-meter-high 'roof of Hokkaido' is suddenly carpeted with wild flowers which have developed clever ways to ensure pollination through their special relationship with insects.
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 Paddy Field Landscape Where Goshawks Fly.
02:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce "the joy of traveling on a bike" from "CYCLE AROUND JAPAN". The travelers go to Yaeyama islands in Okinawa and Kumanokodo in Wakayama enjoying seaside life and local foods.
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 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
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 Kids Meet the World
Judoka Keiza Tulop travels from Palau to Zao in Miyagi Prefecture to train and pursue her Olympic dreams. The Togatta Elementary School students are introduced to judo's philosophy and etiquette.
04:35 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Public bathhouses and hot springs.
04:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Kushiro River, where Japan's largest wetlands spread forth. Our program host takes a canoe tour and experiences the "crystal clear underwater world".
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 SURVIVOR TREES: HIROSHIMA REVEALED
After the atomic bombing, some trees survived and gave people hope. Cannon Hersey takes a journey from Hiroshima to New York to reveal the untold stories of the survivor trees.
NHK 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 great gear
[High Tech Vending Machines, SPORTEC 2018, The Taste of Japan Distilled] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
06:40 Direct Talk
Seiji Yamamoto is the owner and chef of Ryugin in Tokyo. It's won 3 Michelin stars 7 years in a row. Yamamoto talks about his unconventional techniques, his career, and his approach to food.
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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
Located beneath Russia's Ural Mountains, Orda Cave is legendary among divers for its unique beauty. With temperatures approaching minus 40 degrees, NHK filmed the cave in 4K for the first time ever.
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
Kaidan are Japanese supernatural tales, typically told in summer for a "chilling" effect. Our panelists attempt to understand this tradition vis-a-vis the horror-tale cultures 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: Japanese Style Rice Omelet.
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 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
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 Kids Meet the World
Judoka Keiza Tulop travels from Palau to Zao in Miyagi Prefecture to train and pursue her Olympic dreams. The Togatta Elementary School students are introduced to judo's philosophy and etiquette.
10:35 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Public bathhouses and hot springs.
10:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Kushiro River, where Japan's largest wetlands spread forth. Our program host takes a canoe tour and experiences the "crystal clear underwater world".
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 Face To Face
The 2018 Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing, aka the Little Nobel Prize for Literature, went to Eiko Kadono (83), author of "Kiki's Delivery Service". She talks about the magic of imagination.
11:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Features a print of a famous tea house along the Tokaido Road, and its traditional yam potato specialty. Also, the episode unravels the answer to the mystery behind the man carrying a long pole.
11:50 Blends
We'll introduce biwa, an instrument which originated in Persia and entered Japan 1,300 years ago. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
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: Makie.
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 great gear
[High Tech Vending Machines, SPORTEC 2018, The Taste of Japan Distilled] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
12:40 Direct Talk
Journeying from New York to Hiroshima, Tribeca Film Festival co-founder Craig Hatkoff looks for ways to share stories to come to terms with 9.11, overcome hatred, and never cause another Ground Zero.
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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
Located beneath Russia's Ural Mountains, Orda Cave is legendary among divers for its unique beauty. With temperatures approaching minus 40 degrees, NHK filmed the cave in 4K for the first time ever.
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
Dunedin in New Zealand is the town where settlers from Scotland arrived with the intent of creating a new Edinburgh. In this episode, we stroll around the beautiful city streets.
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 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
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 Kids Meet the World
Judoka Keiza Tulop travels from Palau to Zao in Miyagi Prefecture to train and pursue her Olympic dreams. The Togatta Elementary School students are introduced to judo's philosophy and etiquette.
16:35 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Public bathhouses and hot springs.
16:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Kushiro River, where Japan's largest wetlands spread forth. Our program host takes a canoe tour and experiences the "crystal clear underwater world".
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 Face To Face
The 2018 Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing, aka the Little Nobel Prize for Literature, went to Eiko Kadono (83), author of "Kiki's Delivery Service". She talks about the magic of imagination.
17:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Features a print of a famous tea house along the Tokaido Road, and its traditional yam potato specialty. Also, the episode unravels the answer to the mystery behind the man carrying a long pole.
17:50 Blends
We'll introduce biwa, an instrument which originated in Persia and entered Japan 1,300 years ago. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
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: Makie.
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 great gear
[High Tech Vending Machines, SPORTEC 2018, The Taste of Japan Distilled] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
18:40 Direct Talk
Patama Roonrakwit is a Thai architect who works with people in poor neighborhoods to improve their housings and environments. She believes in building people's confidence to transform their community.
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: Yungang Grottoes.
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
Located beneath Russia's Ural Mountains, Orda Cave is legendary among divers for its unique beauty. With temperatures approaching minus 40 degrees, NHK filmed the cave in 4K for the first time ever.
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 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
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
A main motif of Japanese composer Toshio Hosokawa is the relationship between nature and humans. He talks about composing to reflect social strains and the importance of facing pain through music.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: The formal and casual forms of verbs. 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 1-21.
21:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce "the joy of traveling on a bike" from "CYCLE AROUND JAPAN". The travelers go to Yaeyama islands in Okinawa and Kumanokodo in Wakayama enjoying seaside life and local foods.
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 Kids Meet the World
Judoka Keiza Tulop travels from Palau to Zao in Miyagi Prefecture to train and pursue her Olympic dreams. The Togatta Elementary School students are introduced to judo's philosophy and etiquette.
22:35 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Public bathhouses and hot springs.
22:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Kushiro River, where Japan's largest wetlands spread forth. Our program host takes a canoe tour and experiences the "crystal clear underwater world".
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 Face To Face
The 2018 Hans Christian Andersen Award for Writing, aka the Little Nobel Prize for Literature, went to Eiko Kadono (83), author of "Kiki's Delivery Service". She talks about the magic of imagination.
23:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Features a print of a famous tea house along the Tokaido Road, and its traditional yam potato specialty. Also, the episode unravels the answer to the mystery behind the man carrying a long pole.
23:50 Blends
We'll introduce biwa, an instrument which originated in Persia and entered Japan 1,300 years ago. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
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: Makie.
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
Some of the world's most punctual airlines are Japanese. 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
Sudden spikes in blood sugar are hard to detect, but they've been linked to heart attacks, dementia and cancer. Japanese experts have found that changes in diet and eating habits can be effective.
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 HAIKU MASTERS in Biei, Hokkaido
This episode takes place in Biei, Hokkaido, a breathtaking place beloved by photographers everywhere for its incredible nature, including our guest, photographer Toshiki Nakanishi.
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, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.
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
Kimono producer Komei Motoji brings new energy into the world of the kimono. Japanese silk is known for its premium quality and so his mission is to broaden its appeal worldwide.
NHK 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
Patama Roonrakwit is a Thai architect who works with people in poor neighborhoods to improve their housings and environments. She believes in building people's confidence to transform their community.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
In July, the 1,700-meter-high 'roof of Hokkaido' is suddenly carpeted with wild flowers which have developed clever ways to ensure pollination through their special relationship with insects.
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 Paddy Field Landscape Where Goshawks Fly.
06:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce "the joy of traveling on a bike" from "CYCLE AROUND JAPAN". The travelers go to Yaeyama islands in Okinawa and Kumanokodo in Wakayama enjoying seaside life and local foods.
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
J-MELO is celebrating its 550th episode with 4 weeks of live music. This week, the launch party. Check out the artists, and join the fun!
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 "The Invisible Man X"...
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: The formal and casual forms of verbs. 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
Dunedin in New Zealand is the town where settlers from Scotland arrived with the intent of creating a new Edinburgh. In this episode, we stroll around the beautiful city streets.
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, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.
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
Kimono producer Komei Motoji brings new energy into the world of the kimono. Japanese silk is known for its premium quality and so his mission is to broaden its appeal worldwide.
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
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
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
A main motif of Japanese composer Toshio Hosokawa is the relationship between nature and humans. He talks about composing to reflect social strains and the importance of facing pain through music.
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: Tomioka Silk Mill.
12:50 DokiDoki! WORLD TV
This time we introduce "the joy of traveling on a bike" from "CYCLE AROUND JAPAN". The travelers go to Yaeyama islands in Okinawa and Kumanokodo in Wakayama enjoying seaside life and local foods.
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
J-MELO is celebrating its 550th episode with 4 weeks of live music. This week, the launch party. Check out the artists, and join the fun!
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 HAIKU MASTERS in Biei, Hokkaido
This episode takes place in Biei, Hokkaido, a breathtaking place beloved by photographers everywhere for its incredible nature, including our guest, photographer Toshiki Nakanishi.
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, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.
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
Kimono producer Komei Motoji brings new energy into the world of the kimono. Japanese silk is known for its premium quality and so his mission is to broaden its appeal worldwide.
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
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
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 HAIKU MASTERS in Biei, Hokkaido
This episode takes place in Biei, Hokkaido, a breathtaking place beloved by photographers everywhere for its incredible nature, including our guest, photographer Toshiki Nakanishi.
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
J-MELO is celebrating its 550th episode with 4 weeks of live music. This week, the launch party. Check out the artists, and join the fun!
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
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
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
Nikken Sekkei, Japan's largest architecture firm, built TOKYO SKYTREE, the world's tallest freestanding broadcast tower. President Tadao Kamei explains the power and social importance of architecture.
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. Miyajima: The Eternal Flame.
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, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.
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
Kimono producer Komei Motoji brings new energy into the world of the kimono. Japanese silk is known for its premium quality and so his mission is to broaden its appeal worldwide.
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
Japanese peaches are large, sweet and juicy. See the hard work that goes into farming this delicate fruit, new ways to enjoy it unique to where it's grown, and how one chef uses it in Italian dishes.
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
Will Japan host the International Linear Collider (ILC), a new gigantic accelerator to study the mysteries of the universe? We'll look at the status of Japan's first international science megaproject.
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 Stanley-Smith has been living in Kyoto's Ohara district for a decade. We introduce her eco-people-friendly way of life. Today: The Power of Family.
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
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
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 Mamoru Hosoda's 5th anime "MIRAI"! A little boy Kun, comes across a magical garden where he meets his future sister Mirai who is now a young woman and has traveled back in time to see him.
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
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
NHK 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
Discover the refined beauty of Kishu lacquerware embellished with gold designs produced in Kainan, Wakayama Pref. We also get tips on enjoying the Danjiri Festival in Kishiwada in southern Osaka Pref.
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
Sudden spikes in blood sugar are hard to detect, but they've been linked to heart attacks, dementia and cancer. Japanese experts have found that changes in diet and eating habits can be effective.
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 Biei, Hokkaido
This episode takes place in Biei, Hokkaido, a breathtaking place beloved by photographers everywhere for its incredible nature, including our guest, photographer Toshiki Nakanishi.
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
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
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
Featuring Mamoru Hosoda's 5th anime "MIRAI"! A little boy Kun, comes across a magical garden where he meets his future sister Mirai who is now a young woman and has traveled back in time to see him.
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
Riding a motorcycle might be hot in summer and freezing in winter, but many riders would never consider any other mode of transport. For 3 days, we spoke to riders at a large parts store in Tokyo.
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: Festivals.
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
Discover the refined beauty of Kishu lacquerware embellished with gold designs produced in Kainan, Wakayama Pref. We also get tips on enjoying the Danjiri Festival in Kishiwada in southern Osaka Pref.
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
Sudden spikes in blood sugar are hard to detect, but they've been linked to heart attacks, dementia and cancer. Japanese experts have found that changes in diet and eating habits can be effective.
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: The Power of Family.
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
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
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
Featuring Mamoru Hosoda's 5th anime "MIRAI"! A little boy Kun, comes across a magical garden where he meets his future sister Mirai who is now a young woman and has traveled back in time to see him.
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
Riding a motorcycle might be hot in summer and freezing in winter, but many riders would never consider any other mode of transport. For 3 days, we spoke to riders at a large parts store in Tokyo.
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: Festivals.
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: The Power of Family.
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
Sudden spikes in blood sugar are hard to detect, but they've been linked to heart attacks, dementia and cancer. Japanese experts have found that changes in diet and eating habits can be effective.
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
Riding a motorcycle might be hot in summer and freezing in winter, but many riders would never consider any other mode of transport. For 3 days, we spoke to riders at a large parts store in Tokyo.
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: Festivals.
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
Obata Sake Brewery produces sake on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture. Despite its size, it exports to 15 countries and territories. Exec. Vice President Rumiko Obata talks vision and strategy.
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: Karesansui.
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
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
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
Featuring Mamoru Hosoda's 5th anime "MIRAI"! A little boy Kun, comes across a magical garden where he meets his future sister Mirai who is now a young woman and has traveled back in time to see him.
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.
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. On this episode, electronic bidet toilets, which clean your bottom with a spray of warm water.
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: Summer on Tanegashima Island.
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
This time on KABUKI KOOL, discover the role of narimono, the kabuki instruments. Background music, sound effects, and atmospheric tension, actor Nakamura Kazutaro explains the many sounds of kabuki.
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
From world-famous Japanese cuisine to some surprising, Western-inspired dishes, Tokyo's classic restaurants have it all. Today, a tour of some Tokyo eateries that have been attracting foodies.
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 Close to ART
Japan has over 400 art museums and they also receive great attention from overseas. This show invites you to one of those and you will enjoy its fine art as well as the town where it is located.
04:45 A Treasured Creation
This first episode will feature a bamboo basket made from a special bamboo grown only in the Awa region on Shikoku. We observe as a craftsman demonstrates to transform bamboo into a masterwork.
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
Riding a motorcycle might be hot in summer and freezing in winter, but many riders would never consider any other mode of transport. For 3 days, we spoke to riders at a large parts store in Tokyo.
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: Festivals.
