NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Japanology Plus
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.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Science View
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.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
Venetia Stanley-Smith has been living in Kyoto's Ohara district for a decade. We introduce her eco-people-friendly way of life. Today: The Power of Family.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
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.
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 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.
10:45 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.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Her Story
Sung Tin Par, a singer from Myanmar, is a member of the Chin people. With fewer people using minority languages,she is keeping her culture alive by singing in the official and the Chin language.
11:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Japanology Plus
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.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Science View
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.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 KABUKI KOOL
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.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
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.
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 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.
16:45 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.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Her Story
Sung Tin Par, a singer from Myanmar, is a member of the Chin people. With fewer people using minority languages,she is keeping her culture alive by singing in the official and the Chin language.
17:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 KABUKI KOOL
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.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:30 Science View
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.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Her Story
Sung Tin Par, a singer from Myanmar, is a member of the Chin people. With fewer people using minority languages,she is keeping her culture alive by singing in the official and the Chin language.
20:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
40 years since its One-child Policy was implemented, China faces the situation of one adult having to take care of several old people. Wu Yushao is working on ways to deal with China's aging issues.
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: Nijo Castle.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
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.
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 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.
23:45 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.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Okonomiyaki (2) Fried Udon Noodles with Curry Sauce. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Japan Railway Journal
The Gakunan Electric Train is a 9km line where Mt. Fuji can be seen from every station. At night, the line becomes another attraction. See the company's strategies on how they are increasing visitors.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 Lunch ON!
In Kawasaki City, Japan, just south of Tokyo, an 18-year-old girl fresh out of high school has just joined a local tombstone shop. But what made her choose such an unusual job? Tune in to find out!
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this 5-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Tonjiru - Pork and Vegetable Miso Soup.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stone. This prehistoric material shapes waterless rock gardens and provides a durable beauty to stone walls. Landscape artist Takeshi Nagasaki explores the world of stone designs.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Her Story
Sung Tin Par, a singer from Myanmar, is a member of the Chin people. With fewer people using minority languages,she is keeping her culture alive by singing in the official and the Chin language.
05:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Trails to Tsukiji
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.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. On this episode, electronic bidet toilets, which clean your bottom with a spray of warm water.
07:45 Inspiring landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Summer on Tanegashima Island.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 KABUKI KOOL
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.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stone. This prehistoric material shapes waterless rock gardens and provides a durable beauty to stone walls. Landscape artist Takeshi Nagasaki explores the world of stone designs.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 RISING
Japan is dotted with historical buildings and houses, but many are in danger of being lost. Enter Jun Tarikino, an entrepreneur who revitalizes these structures to preserve their history and culture.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Trails to Tsukiji
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.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. On this episode, electronic bidet toilets, which clean your bottom with a spray of warm water.
13:45 Inspiring landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Summer on Tanegashima Island.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 Lunch ON!
In Kawasaki City, Japan, just south of Tokyo, an 18-year-old girl fresh out of high school has just joined a local tombstone shop. But what made her choose such an unusual job? Tune in to find out!
14:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this 5-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Tonjiru - Pork and Vegetable Miso Soup.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stone. This prehistoric material shapes waterless rock gardens and provides a durable beauty to stone walls. Landscape artist Takeshi Nagasaki explores the world of stone designs.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 RISING
Japan is dotted with historical buildings and houses, but many are in danger of being lost. Enter Jun Tarikino, an entrepreneur who revitalizes these structures to preserve their history and culture.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 Lunch ON!
In Kawasaki City, Japan, just south of Tokyo, an 18-year-old girl fresh out of high school has just joined a local tombstone shop. But what made her choose such an unusual job? Tune in to find out!
18:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this 5-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Tonjiru - Pork and Vegetable Miso Soup.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. On this episode, electronic bidet toilets, which clean your bottom with a spray of warm water.
19:45 Inspiring landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Summer on Tanegashima Island.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 RISING
Japan is dotted with historical buildings and houses, but many are in danger of being lost. Enter Jun Tarikino, an entrepreneur who revitalizes these structures to preserve their history and culture.
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
Climate change crusader Mark Jacobson proposes an innovative plan to completely replace fossil fuels with renewable energy. He discusses the realities and issues we'll face when realizing this idea.
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: Kyo-yaki.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stone. This prehistoric material shapes waterless rock gardens and provides a durable beauty to stone walls. Landscape artist Takeshi Nagasaki explores the world of stone designs.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:10 Biz Stream
As the 2020 Olympics approaches, the world is placing attention on Japan. This new program provides an in-depth look at Japan's latest economic and business developments through a global perspective.
00:40 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.
00:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Shirakawa-go and Gokayama.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
01:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Gusuku Sites of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 J-Arena
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games drawing closer, J-Arena features top athletes and their sports as they gear up for the big event, and also explores the world of Japanese martial arts.
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 Living with the Sea
The Diving Women of Toba: Toba in Mie Prefecture thrives on abalone and Ise lobster fishing. The program documents Toba's "Ama", women who free dive for the bounties of the sea.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 Kawaii International
Be our guest! To super inspiring rooms, such as one full of unicorns! Also, Mr. Yabatan visits a retro house, where you could travel back to Japan in the early 20th century.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 RISING
Japan is dotted with historical buildings and houses, but many are in danger of being lost. Enter Jun Tarikino, an entrepreneur who revitalizes these structures to preserve their history and culture.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
Wakayama Prefecture is located in the southern part of Honshu. Our traveler will ride through historical sacred sites. He will also enjoy local products like pickled plum.
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
The Gakunan Electric Train is a 9km line where Mt. Fuji can be seen from every station. At night, the line becomes another attraction. See the company's strategies on how they are increasing visitors.
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!
In Kawasaki City, Japan, just south of Tokyo, an 18-year-old girl fresh out of high school has just joined a local tombstone shop. But what made her choose such an unusual job? Tune in to find out!
08:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this 5-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Tonjiru - Pork and Vegetable Miso Soup.
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 Living with the Sea
The Diving Women of Toba: Toba in Mie Prefecture thrives on abalone and Ise lobster fishing. The program documents Toba's "Ama", women who free dive for the bounties of the sea.
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
Be our guest! To super inspiring rooms, such as one full of unicorns! Also, Mr. Yabatan visits a retro house, where you could travel back to Japan in the early 20th century.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 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.
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
The Gakunan Electric Train is a 9km line where Mt. Fuji can be seen from every station. At night, the line becomes another attraction. See the company's strategies on how they are increasing visitors.
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
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games drawing closer, J-Arena features top athletes and their sports as they gear up for the big event, and also explores the world of Japanese martial arts.
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 Living with the Sea
The Diving Women of Toba: Toba in Mie Prefecture thrives on abalone and Ise lobster fishing. The program documents Toba's "Ama", women who free dive for the bounties of the sea.
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
Be our guest! To super inspiring rooms, such as one full of unicorns! Also, Mr. Yabatan visits a retro house, where you could travel back to Japan in the early 20th century.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 J-Arena
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games drawing closer, J-Arena features top athletes and their sports as they gear up for the big event, and also explores the world of Japanese martial arts.
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
The Gakunan Electric Train is a 9km line where Mt. Fuji can be seen from every station. At night, the line becomes another attraction. See the company's strategies on how they are increasing visitors.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Onn Sokny leads an inclusive arts organization working to bring down the barriers between people with and without disabilities. She believes everyone being different is what makes the world beautiful.
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: Machiya.
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 Living with the Sea
The Diving Women of Toba: Toba in Mie Prefecture thrives on abalone and Ise lobster fishing. The program documents Toba's "Ama", women who free dive for the bounties of the sea.
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
Be our guest! To super inspiring rooms, such as one full of unicorns! Also, Mr. Yabatan visits a retro house, where you could travel back to Japan in the early 20th century.
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
Dunhuang in the northwest region of China, flourished as a major stop along the Silk Road for more than 2,000 years. In this episode, we stroll around the city in an oasis in the desert.
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
Our body's organs form a vast network, exchanging messages to help us stay strong and healthy. But what happens when there's a communication breakdown? We look for clues using the latest technology.
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
Hoji Tsuchiya specializes in cutout animation. This technique gives him the freedom to create some truly inventive visual worlds, defined by a harmonious synchronization of music and movement.
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: Japanese Style Curry and Rice
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 Reviving the Fisheries
In March 2011, a huge earthquake and tsunami struck a massive blow to the Tohoku region's fishing industry. We followed the 7-year-long journey of locals determined to forge a new path.
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: KOTO.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Okonomiyaki (2) Fried Udon Noodles with Curry Sauce. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
07:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Gusuku Sites of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
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
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games drawing closer, J-Arena features top athletes and their sports as they gear up for the big event, and also explores the world of Japanese martial arts.
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 Reviving the Fisheries
In March 2011, a huge earthquake and tsunami struck a massive blow to the Tohoku region's fishing industry. We followed the 7-year-long journey of locals determined to forge a new path.
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: KOTO.
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 Sky of Sorrow, Sky of Love
The crash site of Japan Airlines Flight 123 is a gathering place for bereaved families throughout Japan who suffered tragedy. Bonded by grief, they work to ensure that victims did not die in vain.
11:54 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
This is a song produced by NHK to express support for recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. The lyricist, composer and singers are all from that area or closely related to it.
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) Okonomiyaki (2) Fried Udon Noodles with Curry Sauce. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
12:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpiece of Hiroshige, "The Angry Cat" 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 1-22.
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
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.
13:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Gusuku Sites of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
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 "Today's Just Barely!"...
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
Hoji Tsuchiya specializes in cutout animation. This technique gives him the freedom to create some truly inventive visual worlds, defined by a harmonious synchronization of music and movement.
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 Curry and Rice
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 Reviving the Fisheries
In March 2011, a huge earthquake and tsunami struck a massive blow to the Tohoku region's fishing industry. We followed the 7-year-long journey of locals determined to forge a new path.
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: KOTO.
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 Sky of Sorrow, Sky of Love
The crash site of Japan Airlines Flight 123 is a gathering place for bereaved families throughout Japan who suffered tragedy. Bonded by grief, they work to ensure that victims did not die in vain.
17:54 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
This is a song produced by NHK to express support for recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. The lyricist, composer and singers are all from that area or closely related to it.
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) Okonomiyaki (2) Fried Udon Noodles with Curry Sauce. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
18:40 Dive into UKIYO-E
Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished in the 18th-19th century. In this episode, we will explore the masterpiece of Hiroshige, "The Angry Cat" 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 1-22.
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
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.
19:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Gusuku Sites of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
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 "Today's Just Barely!"...
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 Reviving the Fisheries
In March 2011, a huge earthquake and tsunami struck a massive blow to the Tohoku region's fishing industry. We followed the 7-year-long journey of locals determined to forge a new path.
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
Hoji Tsuchiya specializes in cutout animation. This technique gives him the freedom to create some truly inventive visual worlds, defined by a harmonious synchronization of music and movement.
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 Curry and Rice
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: KOTO.
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 Sky of Sorrow, Sky of Love
The crash site of Japan Airlines Flight 123 is a gathering place for bereaved families throughout Japan who suffered tragedy. Bonded by grief, they work to ensure that victims did not die in vain.
23:54 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
This is a song produced by NHK to express support for recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. The lyricist, composer and singers are all from that area or closely related to it.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Dorogawa Onsen at the foot of a holy mountain in Nara takes you back to yesteryear. Hike a mountain pilgrimage on Dewa Sanzan deep in the north. Also visit the only uninhabited island in Tokyo Bay.
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.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Dorogawa Onsen at the foot of a holy mountain in Nara takes you back to yesteryear. Hike a mountain pilgrimage on Dewa Sanzan deep in the north. Also visit the only uninhabited island in Tokyo Bay.
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, part 1. On stage: the amazing rock band FLOW. Join the fun and rock out!
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 "Today's Just Barely!"...
01:45 Japan-easy
Today: Expressions when giving and receiving things. 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
40 years since its One-child Policy was implemented, China faces the situation of one adult having to take care of several old people. Wu Yushao is working on ways to deal with China's aging issues.
02:25 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: Shari River, Hokkaido.
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: Salamanders Thriving in Village Waterways.
02:50 Doki Doki! WORLD TV
Airing in 160 countries and regions, NHK WORLD-JAPAN delivers the latest news and programs in all genres from Japan and Asia. What's hot in Japan? This program features our picks of the week.
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 Kimono Revolution
As fewer Japanese make and wear kimonos, a shop owner has launched a project to raise their profile. He hopes to create kimonos representing all 206 countries and regions at the 2020 Olympics.
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
Genki Takahashi is a tea lover who quit his job to pursue tea-making. While helping to revive the once-famous tea farms in Sera, Hiroshima Pref., he tries to create tea that is unique to the area.
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: Raden.
04:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Rebun Island is located off the coast of northern Hokkaido. A large variety of alpine plants thrive in cool climate. Our program host explores the beautiful flowers blooming in June.
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 Sky of Sorrow, Sky of Love
The crash site of Japan Airlines Flight 123 is a gathering place for bereaved families throughout Japan who suffered tragedy. Bonded by grief, they work to ensure that victims did not die in vain.
05:54 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
This is a song produced by NHK to express support for recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. The lyricist, composer and singers are all from that area or closely related to it.
