NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:10 Biz Stream
This episode introduces 2 business ventures that are trying to address global fish shortages by using new technological advances to bring fish farming to inland areas.
06:40 Direct Talk
Conductor Yutaka Sado studied under the great composer Leonard Bernstein for 3 years up until Bernstein's death in 1990. Sado talks lessons learned and what he hopes to pass on to the future.
06:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Ogasawara Islands.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 NHK Documentary
The human brain contains a complex web of some 100 billion neurons. In this program, we explore the brain's intricate circuitry, and discover the mechanisms behind inspiration and memory.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:10 COOL JAPAN
In this "Big Questions" episode the panelists explore the contemporary perspectives and behavioral trends concerning marriages in Japan, and discuss the differences with those in their own countries.
08:55 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
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 Sake in Paris
Brewers in Japan send their Sake to chefs in Paris to create new dishes for the marriage. They exchange their spirit via this project to celebrate 160 years of relationships between France and Japan.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:10 Hometown Stories
With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries present intimate portraits of people's lives around Japan today.
10:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Takanegahara Plateau, located in the Taisetsu Mountain Range. Our program host hikes toward the 2,000 meter-high peaks, and observes brown bears and a northern pika.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:10 The Professionals
With milk from his cows, farmer Katsuhiko Tada creates a range of popular, original products. Now he's pushing young business people in his hometown to develop new specialties that "surprise people."
11:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPICS Episode 3
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:10 Biz Stream
This episode introduces 2 business ventures that are trying to address global fish shortages by using new technological advances to bring fish farming to inland areas.
12:40 Direct Talk
Rick Stanton from England is one of the most experienced cave divers in Europe, and led the diving team that rescued the 12 children and their coach trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand.
12:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Ogasawara Islands.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:10 NHK Documentary
The human brain contains a complex web of some 100 billion neurons. In this program, we explore the brain's intricate circuitry, and discover the mechanisms behind inspiration and memory.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:10 Somewhere Street
Bayonne is an ancient city in southern France, established by the Basque people. We meet and talk with residents who maintain their rich heritage and unique culture.
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 Sake in Paris
Brewers in Japan send their Sake to chefs in Paris to create new dishes for the marriage. They exchange their spirit via this project to celebrate 160 years of relationships between France and Japan.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:10 Hometown Stories
With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries present intimate portraits of people's lives around Japan today.
16:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Takanegahara Plateau, located in the Taisetsu Mountain Range. Our program host hikes toward the 2,000 meter-high peaks, and observes brown bears and a northern pika.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:10 The Professionals
With milk from his cows, farmer Katsuhiko Tada creates a range of popular, original products. Now he's pushing young business people in his hometown to develop new specialties that "surprise people."
17:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPICS Episode 3
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
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 NHK WORLD TV Special program
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
19:10 NHK Documentary
The human brain contains a complex web of some 100 billion neurons. In this program, we explore the brain's intricate circuitry, and discover the mechanisms behind inspiration and memory.
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 Sake in Paris
Brewers in Japan send their Sake to chefs in Paris to create new dishes for the marriage. They exchange their spirit via this project to celebrate 160 years of relationships between France and Japan.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
21:10 Direct Talk
Known for her candid and uncensored content, bisexual Korean-American comedienne Margaret Cho uses the power of comedy to give voice to diversity and enhance communication in a divided world.
21:25 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "Where is the restroom?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "Japanese is easy"!
21:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-9.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Journeys in Japan" from NHK WORLD-JAPAN. We can see a father and a son trusting each other who have a great passion for the horse running ritual with 600 years of tradition.
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: Home-made Atsuage.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:10 Hometown Stories
With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries present intimate portraits of people's lives around Japan today.
22:40 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Takanegahara Plateau, located in the Taisetsu Mountain Range. Our program host hikes toward the 2,000 meter-high peaks, and observes brown bears and a northern pika.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:10 The Professionals
With milk from his cows, farmer Katsuhiko Tada creates a range of popular, original products. Now he's pushing young business people in his hometown to develop new specialties that "surprise people."
23:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPICS Episode 3
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Japanology Plus
Onigiri: rice balls. The perfect convenience food from Japan. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
Research shows that the human body has numerous biological clocks. We focus on how the understanding of circadian rhythm can treat illnesses such as high blood pressure and cancer.
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 Nov. 12, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
We're predicting 2018 Autumn/Winter season's electrifying trends from the global runways, and having Harry's exclusive in-studio interview with designer-of-the-moment Masayuki Ino.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:10 Direct Talk
William Trubridge holds the world record for freediving to a depth of 102 meters. His deep respect for the ocean is rooted in his early years, spent traveling the world by boat with his family.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Hiwasa River in Tokushima Prefecture. A stream from the mountains of Shikoku which flows into the Pacific Ocean has the freshwater prawn, the most common water-dwelling creature in the area.
06:40 Satoyama
Satoyama: a place where people are a part of the natural ecosystem. We will visit one Japanese satoyama where life is abundant and interconnected. Today: Thriving Wetland of Wasabi.
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Journeys in Japan" from NHK WORLD-JAPAN. We can see a father and a son trusting each other who have a great passion for the horse running ritual with 600 years of tradition.
06:55 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: Home-made Atsuage.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:10 J-MELO
This week, J-MELO turns its studio into a club and brings you sets from two of Japan's most exciting DJs: TeddyLoid and banvox. Other highlights include a stunning performance from virtual artist IA.
07:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Framy"...
07:45 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "Where is the restroom?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "Japanese is easy"!
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:10 Home Sweet Tokyo
Londoner Bryan is struggling with the idea of allowing 6 year old Alice to walk to school by herself, but his wife Itsuki brushes his protest away because "Japan is so safe".
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 Nov. 11, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Direct Talk
Masaki Sato is the president of spinning company Sato Seni, which produces exquisite knitting yarn coveted by some of the world's most famous fashion brands. What makes its trademark yarn so unique?
09:25 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
09:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
We're predicting 2018 Autumn/Winter season's electrifying trends from the global runways, and having Harry's exclusive in-studio interview with designer-of-the-moment Masayuki Ino.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Inside Lens
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Direct Talk
Known for her candid and uncensored content, bisexual Korean-American comedienne Margaret Cho uses the power of comedy to give voice to diversity and enhance communication in a divided world.
12:45 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. Ruins of the Buddhist Vihara at Paharpur.
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Journeys in Japan" from NHK WORLD-JAPAN. We can see a father and a son trusting each other who have a great passion for the horse running ritual with 600 years of tradition.
12:55 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: Home-made Atsuage.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 J-MELO
This week, J-MELO turns its studio into a club and brings you sets from two of Japan's most exciting DJs: TeddyLoid and banvox. Other highlights include a stunning performance from virtual artist IA.
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 Nov. 11, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
We're predicting 2018 Autumn/Winter season's electrifying trends from the global runways, and having Harry's exclusive in-studio interview with designer-of-the-moment Masayuki Ino.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Inside Lens
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 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 Nov. 11, Day 1 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 J-MELO
This week, J-MELO turns its studio into a club and brings you sets from two of Japan's most exciting DJs: TeddyLoid and banvox. Other highlights include a stunning performance from virtual artist IA.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Inside Lens
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Ikeuchi Organic is a firm that makes towels using organic cotton. We spoke to president Keishi Ikeuchi about how his company prioritizes safety and quality in its production methods.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
We're predicting 2018 Autumn/Winter season's electrifying trends from the global runways, and having Harry's exclusive in-studio interview with designer-of-the-moment Masayuki Ino.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Trails to Tsukiji
Among its over 100 types of edible mushrooms, MATSUTAKE may be the king. We visit the mountains where MATSUTAKE grows and discover how the fragrant mushrooms are used in a variety of dishes.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Science View
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
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 Nov. 13, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Journeys in Japan
Narrator Bill Sullivan escapes the studio for Fukuoka where he discovers a vibrant city framed by its dual history, as a merchant and samurai town, and the respective cultures it produced.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 imagine-nation
Featuring the latest work of the game producer Kazuhiro Tsuchiya and director Koji Oda. The Blue Metal Hero is back its 30th anniversary. We'll be interviewing them to find the secret of its reborn.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Inside Lens
After being a Tibetan monk for over 20yrs, Sonam left his religious life to be a merchant. Through his poems, the story leads us to his inner world-his career, romance and a struggle from the reality.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the 2 cities on either side of the Kanmon Straits, which divides yet connects Honshu and Kyushu. Also, learn how to best experience the Shikoku Pilgrimage of 88 temples around the island.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
Research shows that the human body has numerous biological clocks. We focus on how the understanding of circadian rhythm can treat illnesses such as high blood pressure and cancer.
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 Nov. 12, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Journeys in Japan
Narrator Bill Sullivan escapes the studio for Fukuoka where he discovers a vibrant city framed by its dual history, as a merchant and samurai town, and the respective cultures it produced.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 imagine-nation
Featuring the latest work of the game producer Kazuhiro Tsuchiya and director Koji Oda. The Blue Metal Hero is back its 30th anniversary. We'll be interviewing them to find the secret of its reborn.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
Over 1,000 golfers practice at a Tokyo driving range each day. Some go for fun, others to escape trouble in their private lives. We listened to the stories of golfers who tee off there.
11:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 J-Trip Plan
Discover the 2 cities on either side of the Kanmon Straits, which divides yet connects Honshu and Kyushu. Also, learn how to best experience the Shikoku Pilgrimage of 88 temples around the island.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Research shows that the human body has numerous biological clocks. We focus on how the understanding of circadian rhythm can treat illnesses such as high blood pressure and cancer.
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 Nov. 12, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Journeys in Japan
Narrator Bill Sullivan escapes the studio for Fukuoka where he discovers a vibrant city framed by its dual history, as a merchant and samurai town, and the respective cultures it produced.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 imagine-nation
Featuring the latest work of the game producer Kazuhiro Tsuchiya and director Koji Oda. The Blue Metal Hero is back its 30th anniversary. We'll be interviewing them to find the secret of its reborn.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Over 1,000 golfers practice at a Tokyo driving range each day. Some go for fun, others to escape trouble in their private lives. We listened to the stories of golfers who tee off there.
17:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
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 Nov. 12, Day 2 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Medical Frontiers
Research shows that the human body has numerous biological clocks. We focus on how the understanding of circadian rhythm can treat illnesses such as high blood pressure and cancer.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Document 72 Hours
Over 1,000 golfers practice at a Tokyo driving range each day. Some go for fun, others to escape trouble in their private lives. We listened to the stories of golfers who tee off there.
20:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
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
Kosuke Kuji is president of Nanbu Bijin Sake Brewery, an international award-winning sake producer based in northeastern Japan. What drives his efforts to bring sake to wider global customers?
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Journeys in Japan
Narrator Bill Sullivan escapes the studio for Fukuoka where he discovers a vibrant city framed by its dual history, as a merchant and samurai town, and the respective cultures it produced.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 imagine-nation
Featuring the latest work of the game producer Kazuhiro Tsuchiya and director Koji Oda. The Blue Metal Hero is back its 30th anniversary. We'll be interviewing them to find the secret of its reborn.
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 Journeys in Japan
Estella Mak completes her pilgrimage and observes a rocket festival in Chichibu, Saitama Pref. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, the invention that lets you enjoy music anytime, anywhere: the portable music player.
01:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Autumn at Mt. Hotaka - Northern Japanese Alps.
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 Nov. 14, Day 4 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Shibuya is currently going through some big changes. Shopping complexes, a reclaimed river and more are giving people a whole new reason to visit this sightseeing staple.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 Close to ART
The Wakayama Museum of Modern Art is home to over 14,000 works. Historic prints made with imaginative methods, as well as Japanese depictions of local nature contribute to the history of modern art.
04:45 A TREASURED CREATION
The history of Kyoto Wire Weaving goes back more than 1,000 years. Tsuji family keeps the wisdom and experience of the past alive and produces handmade tools fiting into contemporary lifestyles.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Over 1,000 golfers practice at a Tokyo driving range each day. Some go for fun, others to escape trouble in their private lives. We listened to the stories of golfers who tee off there.
05:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
NHK 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
Onigiri: rice balls. The perfect convenience food from Japan. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Science View
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 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 Nov. 13, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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
Shibuya is currently going through some big changes. Shopping complexes, a reclaimed river and more are giving people a whole new reason to visit this sightseeing staple.
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
The Wakayama Museum of Modern Art is home to over 14,000 works. Historic prints made with imaginative methods, as well as Japanese depictions of local nature contribute to the history of modern art.
10:45 A TREASURED CREATION
The history of Kyoto Wire Weaving goes back more than 1,000 years. Tsuji family keeps the wisdom and experience of the past alive and produces handmade tools fiting into contemporary lifestyles.
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
Rwanda's economy is thriving, but many roads there are still unpaved. Now, a Japanese road improvement non-profit is working with Rwandans who want to create an even greater future for their country.
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
Onigiri: rice balls. The perfect convenience food from Japan. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Science View
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 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 Nov. 13, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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
Shibuya is currently going through some big changes. Shopping complexes, a reclaimed river and more are giving people a whole new reason to visit this sightseeing staple.
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
The Wakayama Museum of Modern Art is home to over 14,000 works. Historic prints made with imaginative methods, as well as Japanese depictions of local nature contribute to the history of modern art.
16:45 A TREASURED CREATION
The history of Kyoto Wire Weaving goes back more than 1,000 years. Tsuji family keeps the wisdom and experience of the past alive and produces handmade tools fiting into contemporary lifestyles.
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
Rwanda's economy is thriving, but many roads there are still unpaved. Now, a Japanese road improvement non-profit is working with Rwandans who want to create an even greater future for their country.
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 Nov. 13, Day 3 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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
We leave the studio to visit a World Heritage Site where we take a look back at the iron and steel manufacturing history of Japan, and introduce innovators that have developed new iron products.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Side by Side
Rwanda's economy is thriving, but many roads there are still unpaved. Now, a Japanese road improvement non-profit is working with Rwandans who want to create an even greater future for their country.
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
Haiyan Zhang, Innovation Director at Microsoft Research, Cambridge, has made a name for herself as an inventor, specializing in technologies to help those living with disabilities and illness.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Shibuya is currently going through some big changes. Shopping complexes, a reclaimed river and more are giving people a whole new reason to visit this sightseeing staple.
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
The Wakayama Museum of Modern Art is home to over 14,000 works. Historic prints made with imaginative methods, as well as Japanese depictions of local nature contribute to the history of modern art.
23:45 A TREASURED CREATION
The history of Kyoto Wire Weaving goes back more than 1,000 years. Tsuji family keeps the wisdom and experience of the past alive and produces handmade tools fiting into contemporary lifestyles.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Rika's Umami Oden (2)Brown Tinted Rice [Chameshi] (3)Yuzu Citrus Sorbet. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with her fun lesson!
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Japan Railway Journal
Chartered tour trains don't follow a regular schedule but run to a timetable set by travel agents who create fun and unique tours that anyone can take. See the tours and the rare trains the use.
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 Nov. 15, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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: Ink Paintings offer insights into the heart of zen. 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: Fusion Design. Combining 2 extremely different ideas can create new value and beauty. Architect Ai Yoshida explores designs that bring 2 unexpected qualities together.
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
Rwanda's economy is thriving, but many roads there are still unpaved. Now, a Japanese road improvement non-profit is working with Rwandans who want to create an even greater future for their country.
