NHK 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
Underground shopping streets: Japan's hidden retail network. 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
Discover Shimabara Peninsula, designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Tour the "geosites" to find out what damages and blessings Unzen Volcano has brought in Part 2 of 2 special episodes from Nagasaki.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 11, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 a hot new spot that's attracting a flood of female fans, to sports centers where you can work up a sweat, to places to grab a special midnight snack, we go on a tour of Tokyo after dark!
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
A daredevil from Vietnam learns the art of moving entire houses and buildings without a scratch to help with the reconstruction of areas hit by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
10:45 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
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 Side by Side
In Myanmar, Toru Iwasaki teaches young people the importance of determination through baseball. Many of the players have been raised in poverty, but they've learned new lessons in life.
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
Underground shopping streets: Japan's hidden retail network. 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
Discover Shimabara Peninsula, designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Tour the "geosites" to find out what damages and blessings Unzen Volcano has brought in Part 2 of 2 special episodes from Nagasaki.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 11, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 a hot new spot that's attracting a flood of female fans, to sports centers where you can work up a sweat, to places to grab a special midnight snack, we go on a tour of Tokyo after dark!
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
A daredevil from Vietnam learns the art of moving entire houses and buildings without a scratch to help with the reconstruction of areas hit by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
16:45 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
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 Side by Side
In Myanmar, Toru Iwasaki teaches young people the importance of determination through baseball. Many of the players have been raised in poverty, but they've learned new lessons in life.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 11, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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
Discover Shimabara Peninsula, designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Tour the "geosites" to find out what damages and blessings Unzen Volcano has brought in Part 2 of 2 special episodes from Nagasaki.
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 Side by Side
In Myanmar, Toru Iwasaki teaches young people the importance of determination through baseball. Many of the players have been raised in poverty, but they've learned new lessons in life.
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
David Field is the Zoological Director of the Zoological Society of London which oversees London Zoo. In Direct Talk he talks about the importance of conservation of animals and their habitats.
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: Izumo-taisha.
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 a hot new spot that's attracting a flood of female fans, to sports centers where you can work up a sweat, to places to grab a special midnight snack, we go on a tour of Tokyo after dark!
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 3-Day Dare*Devils
A daredevil from Vietnam learns the art of moving entire houses and buildings without a scratch to help with the reconstruction of areas hit by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
23:45 3-Day Dare*Devils
The region around Nikko is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains can be found wild hot springs. Edho from Indonesia makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine hot spring.
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) Nishiki-yaki Steamed Salmon (2) Warabi-mochi. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
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
Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture is a popular tourist destination with 21.5 million people visiting annually. See the golden route to Hakone with the new Romancecar and the mountain climbing train.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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: Kyoto Braided Cords, bit players that shine. The ancient capital, Kyoto, 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: Office Design. In a time of diversifying work styles, the sterile office is undergoing a makeover. With interior designer Taiju Yamashita, we look at how workspaces are being reshaped.
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 Side by Side
In Myanmar, Toru Iwasaki teaches young people the importance of determination through baseball. Many of the players have been raised in poverty, but they've learned new lessons in life.
NHK 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
With a nice plump shape and striking color, the Japanese herb MYOGA adds a refreshing flavor and aroma to dishes and enhances the appetite. See what makes it an essential part of Japanese cuisine.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, quartz wristwatches, which caused a "timepiece revolution" with their accurate timing.
07:45 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 12, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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: Kyoto Braided Cords, bit players that shine. The ancient capital, Kyoto, 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: Office Design. In a time of diversifying work styles, the sterile office is undergoing a makeover. With interior designer Taiju Yamashita, we look at how workspaces are being reshaped.
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
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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
With a nice plump shape and striking color, the Japanese herb MYOGA adds a refreshing flavor and aroma to dishes and enhances the appetite. See what makes it an essential part of Japanese cuisine.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, quartz wristwatches, which caused a "timepiece revolution" with their accurate timing.
13:45 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 12, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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: Kyoto Braided Cords, bit players that shine. The ancient capital, Kyoto, 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: Office Design. In a time of diversifying work styles, the sterile office is undergoing a makeover. With interior designer Taiju Yamashita, we look at how workspaces are being reshaped.
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
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 12, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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. This time, quartz wristwatches, which caused a "timepiece revolution" with their accurate timing.
19:45 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
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
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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
An advocate for the exploration of space, planetary scientist Carolyn Porco leads scientists who have been analyzing images of Saturn and the outer solar system captured by the Cassini spacecraft.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Konpira-san.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Kyoto Braided Cords, bit players that shine. The ancient capital, Kyoto, 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: Office Design. In a time of diversifying work styles, the sterile office is undergoing a makeover. With interior designer Taiju Yamashita, we look at how workspaces are being reshaped.
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
This episode introduces some of the ways organizations are working to support professional women who are trying to break through Japan's glass ceiling.
00:40 Direct Talk
Chateraise is Japan's largest Western-style confectioner in terms of number of locations, with shops throughout Japan. Chairman & CEO Hiroshi Saito talks about his company's unique business model.
00:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Mount Huangshan.
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 and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Explore Regional Flavors (Part 2)
Japan's unique food traditions live on in "hidden villages", far from the city. In this show, our reporter meet the locals and discover a traditional way of life, as well as try tasty dishes.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 Kawaii International
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 RISING
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Journeys in Japan
Peter Skov goes hiking in Hokkaido's gorgeous Taisetsuzan National Park where he encounters dreamy swamps, brown bears and many alpine flowers.
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
Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture is a popular tourist destination with 21.5 million people visiting annually. See the golden route to Hakone with the new Romancecar and the mountain climbing train.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Explore Regional Flavors (Part 2)
Japan's unique food traditions live on in "hidden villages", far from the city. In this show, our reporter meet the locals and discover a traditional way of life, as well as try tasty dishes.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 Kawaii International
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Asia Insight
This episode follows Chinese-language authors increasingly publishing in democratic Taiwan, especially after the disappearances of people involved in selling banned books in Hong Kong.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Journeys in Japan
Peter Skov goes hiking in Hokkaido's gorgeous Taisetsuzan National Park where he encounters dreamy swamps, brown bears and many alpine flowers.
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
Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture is a popular tourist destination with 21.5 million people visiting annually. See the golden route to Hakone with the new Romancecar and the mountain climbing train.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Explore Regional Flavors (Part 2)
Japan's unique food traditions live on in "hidden villages", far from the city. In this show, our reporter meet the locals and discover a traditional way of life, as well as try tasty dishes.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 Kawaii International
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Asia Insight
This episode follows Chinese-language authors increasingly publishing in democratic Taiwan, especially after the disappearances of people involved in selling banned books in Hong Kong.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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
Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture is a popular tourist destination with 21.5 million people visiting annually. See the golden route to Hakone with the new Romancecar and the mountain climbing train.
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
This episode follows Chinese-language authors increasingly publishing in democratic Taiwan, especially after the disappearances of people involved in selling banned books in Hong Kong.
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
Dreaming of a better world, Canadian architect Raymond Moriyama established an international prize to promote design as a means to improve society through the transformative qualities 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. Today: Todai-ji.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Explore Regional Flavors (Part 2)
Japan's unique food traditions live on in "hidden villages", far from the city. In this show, our reporter meet the locals and discover a traditional way of life, as well as try tasty dishes.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 Kawaii International
Our feature story is all about sneakers! Meet a guy, who is obsessed with sneakers. Plus, our new segment "Kawaii in Real Life" gets real with your favorite kawaii girls online.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:10 Somewhere Street
A close-up look at cities worldwide,as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path and meet people. Enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot. Today:Jeonju, Korea.
00:54 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: Jeju Volcanic Island.
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
NHK presenter Fumie Ono lost her grandfather in the Philippines during World War II. In this documentary, she seeks the truth about his death and tries to picture what he saw on the battlefield.
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 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
02:25 SUPER SAITAMA!!
Saitama Prefecture has many of the hottest tourism spots in Japan! Go on unforgettable adventure into Saitama that will make you want to visit today!
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 At Home with Venetia Spring 2018
In a factory in Kyoto that pioneered pastel production in Japan, Venetia is impressed by Japan-specific color. In Kagoshima, she learns how organic sesame oil and top-quality dried bonito are made.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
The area around "Jingu" the Grand Shrine of Ise, was a popular place even during the Edo period. We visited the suburban spot to check out unique lifestyles of locals on our 300km journey.
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
This episode follows Chinese-language authors increasingly publishing in democratic Taiwan, especially after the disappearances of people involved in selling banned books in Hong Kong.
NHK 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) Nishiki-yaki Steamed Salmon (2) Warabi-mochi. 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.
07:30 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
07:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 At Home with Venetia Spring 2018
In a factory in Kyoto that pioneered pastel production in Japan, Venetia is impressed by Japan-specific color. In Kagoshima, she learns how organic sesame oil and top-quality dried bonito are made.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
The area around "Jingu" the Grand Shrine of Ise, was a popular place even during the Edo period. We visited the suburban spot to check out unique lifestyles of locals on our 300km journey.
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 I Was a Caged Bird
Japan leads the world in hospitalized psychiatric patients. Many are confined for most of their lives. We followed patients to explore the consequences of this widespread but rarely examined problem.
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) Nishiki-yaki Steamed Salmon (2) Warabi-mochi. 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 feature an Ukiyo-e print depicting the peak of spring and cherry blossom viewing.
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 2-1.
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
Chateraise is Japan's largest Western-style confectioner in terms of number of locations, with shops throughout Japan. Chairman & CEO Hiroshi Saito talks about his company's unique business model.
13:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine.
13:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "What is this Imprint?"...
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 Anime Supernova
Jun Aoki creates anime intended to entertain viewers with bright characters. His stories are simple, and they feature setups designed for laughs.
14:25 SUPER SAITAMA!!
Saitama Prefecture has many of the hottest tourism spots in Japan! Go on unforgettable adventure into Saitama that will make you want to visit today!
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 At Home with Venetia Spring 2018
In a factory in Kyoto that pioneered pastel production in Japan, Venetia is impressed by Japan-specific color. In Kagoshima, she learns how organic sesame oil and top-quality dried bonito are made.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
The area around "Jingu" the Grand Shrine of Ise, was a popular place even during the Edo period. We visited the suburban spot to check out unique lifestyles of locals on our 300km journey.
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 I Was a Caged Bird
Japan leads the world in hospitalized psychiatric patients. Many are confined for most of their lives. We followed patients to explore the consequences of this widespread but rarely examined problem.
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 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Mino-yaki, Gifu Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
18:25 SUPER SAITAMA!!
Saitama Prefecture has many of the hottest tourism spots in Japan! Go on unforgettable adventure into Saitama that will make you want to visit today!
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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
Award-winning dancer and choreographer Saburo Teshigawara is known for innovative pieces that introduce new, inventive movements to the vocabulary of dance. We spoke to him about his creative origins.
19:50 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine.
19:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "What is this Imprint?"...
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 At Home with Venetia Spring 2018
In a factory in Kyoto that pioneered pastel production in Japan, Venetia is impressed by Japan-specific color. In Kagoshima, she learns how organic sesame oil and top-quality dried bonito are made.
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
Volunteer activities in Japan have styles that are unique among other countries. In this episode we look at some examples of such activities and discuss what makes them cool in the eyes of foreigners.
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: Salmon and Potato Pancakes.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
The area around "Jingu" the Grand Shrine of Ise, was a popular place even during the Edo period. We visited the suburban spot to check out unique lifestyles of locals on our 300km journey.
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 I Was a Caged Bird
Japan leads the world in hospitalized psychiatric patients. Many are confined for most of their lives. We followed patients to explore the consequences of this widespread but rarely examined problem.
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 A Little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
00:25 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: SHAKUHACHI.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Take a geo-kayak tour of Sakurajima, Kumamoto Pref., view the volcano up close and learn about the Earth's power. Also, dog lovers would love a visit to Odate, Akita Pref. to meet adorable Akita dogs.
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 3. On stage: Momoiro Clover Z. The girls also reflect on the past 10 years and imagine life 10 years from now.
01:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "What is this Imprint?"...
01:45 Japan-easy
Today: Going over the basics and preparing for further learning. 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
David Field is the Zoological Director of the Zoological Society of London which oversees London Zoo. In Direct Talk he talks about the importance of conservation of animals and their habitats.
02:25 Blends
We'll introduce chuzao-shamisen a mixture of a percussion and string instrument. In this show, famous songs will be covered with Japanese traditional instruments.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Sept. 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Medical Frontiers Special
Oita Prefecture in southwestern Japan has had the fewest deaths from colorectal cancer in the country over the past 10 years. The latest research has found 3 local foods help maintain gut health.
03:55 Easy Travel Japanese
#2 Sumimasen. A versatile word/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
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
Deep indigo blue is a traditional Japanese color. See the amazing process to make the dye, the culmination of centuries of craftsmanship passed down through generations.
04:35 SUPER SAITAMA!!
Saitama Prefecture has many of the hottest tourism spots in Japan! Go on unforgettable adventure into Saitama that will make you want to visit today!
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 I Was a Caged Bird
Japan leads the world in hospitalized psychiatric patients. Many are confined for most of their lives. We followed patients to explore the consequences of this widespread but rarely examined problem.
