NHK 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
How the tea ceremony links to Japanese-style hospitality? Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights. On this occasion the focus is on Japan's celebrated Way of Tea.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 2: Food expert Kentetsu Koh meets the Tao people on Orchid Island. They keep their tradition of fishing for sacred flying fish and follow strict rules on how to prepare and eat it.
01:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#4 Now use them/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes (3 minutes each) provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
In the second of our two-part series on Japanese acupuncture, we explore its effectiveness for easing migraines and pain of unknown origin, and share researchers' insights into how it works.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Vietnam Part 2: Muong people outside the northern city of Hoa Binh make dishes such as chicken soup with pickled bamboo shoots. Food expert Kentetsu Koh savors them with a traditional home brew.
02:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Thailand Part 1: We feature dishes that use pig blood, a specialty of Mae Sai, on the Thai border with Myanmar. Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh encounters unique local dishes there.
03:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#6 Daijobu desu ka? Is it OK?/ When you want to ask if something is OK, say Daijobu desu ka? (Is it OK?) The phrase can also show concern about someone.
03:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Blowfish - A secret taste from the deep.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Yunnan(China) 1: Shigu in the province is known for its medicinal cooking ingredients. Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh tries a stew of Yunnan ham with a herb and a spicy salad of fish mint roots.
04:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#1 Ii desu ka? May I?/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes (3 minutes each) provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
04:30 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
Designer Shunsuke Koike shines a light on the traditional weaving craft chirimen to develop the "denim chirimen", a labor of love blending western denim with Japanese kimono fabric.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Yunnan(China) Part 2: The Dai people prepare a feast for their traditional festival. Food expert Kentetsu Koh joins them for fermented fish dishes and a smooth water buffalo meat paste.
05:25 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.
05:30 Inside Lens
Inside Lens is a documentary series featuring the works of emerging international filmmakers in Japan and Asia. It depicts the changing society and the tradition which does not change.
06:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the home of a Hakka family for a tea called Oriental Beauty and authentic dishes using preserved ingredients such as fermented mustard greens.
06:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#3 Doko desu ka? Where is it?/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes (3 minutes each) provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
06:30 J-Trip Plan
Experience Zen, learn about lucky daruma dolls, and visit a cave of Buddhist statues and a 1,400-year-old power spot in Takasaki, Gunma Pref. And enjoy a cheap, delicious meal at stand bars in Osaka.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Vietnam Part 1: Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh visits the northern city of Hai Phong to enjoy rice paddy crab dishes. Farmers consider the crab to be a pest, but it makes a magnificent soup.
07:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#4 Now use them/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes (3 minutes each) provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
In the second of our two-part series on Japanese acupuncture, we explore its effectiveness for easing migraines and pain of unknown origin, and share researchers' insights into how it works.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Yunnan(China) Part 2: The Dai people prepare a feast for their traditional festival. Food expert Kentetsu Koh joins them for fermented fish dishes and a smooth water buffalo meat paste.
08:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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 Asia's Appetizing Adventures
Taiwan Part 2: Food expert Kentetsu Koh meets the Tao people on Orchid Island. They keep their tradition of fishing for sacred flying fish and follow strict rules on how to prepare and eat it.
09:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#6 Daijobu desu ka? Is it OK?/ When you want to ask if something is OK, say Daijobu desu ka? (Is it OK?) The phrase can also show concern about someone.
09:30 Journeys in Japan
Peter MacMillan travels in time to Munakata to explore its ancient sea route and goddess culture. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Outside of being an illustrator for numerous posters, Seizo Watase is most well-known for dramatic romance manga series, which have beautiful vivid colors. We dig in deeper about his secret of colors.
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
This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
11:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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
Experience Zen, learn about lucky daruma dolls, and visit a cave of Buddhist statues and a 1,400-year-old power spot in Takasaki, Gunma Pref. And enjoy a cheap, delicious meal at stand bars in Osaka.
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
In the second of our two-part series on Japanese acupuncture, we explore its effectiveness for easing migraines and pain of unknown origin, and share researchers' insights into how it works.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Peter MacMillan travels in time to Munakata to explore its ancient sea route and goddess culture. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Outside of being an illustrator for numerous posters, Seizo Watase is most well-known for dramatic romance manga series, which have beautiful vivid colors. We dig in deeper about his secret of colors.
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
This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
17:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
In the second of our two-part series on Japanese acupuncture, we explore its effectiveness for easing migraines and pain of unknown origin, and share researchers' insights into how it works.
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
This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
20:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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
Yaskawa Electric is one of the world's four big manufacturers of industrial robots. We speak with company president Hiroshi Ogasawara about the Chinese market and the future of industrial robotics.
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: Onbashira.
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
Peter MacMillan travels in time to Munakata to explore its ancient sea route and goddess culture. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Outside of being an illustrator for numerous posters, Seizo Watase is most well-known for dramatic romance manga series, which have beautiful vivid colors. We dig in deeper about his secret of colors.
NHK 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
ANKO, or anglerfish, look like they're from outer space, but have a rich yet delicate flavor and are used in hot pot. We visit a village in Aomori and discover ANKO-based traditions.
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
First-ever analysis of ancient Jomon nuclear DNA. The results reveal unexpected findings about their ties to modern Japanese people.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Peter MacMillan travels in time to Munakata to explore its ancient sea route and goddess culture. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 imagine-nation
Outside of being an illustrator for numerous posters, Seizo Watase is most well-known for dramatic romance manga series, which have beautiful vivid colors. We dig in deeper about his secret of colors.
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
This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
05:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
06:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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
How the tea ceremony links to Japanese-style hospitality? Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights. On this occasion the focus is on Japan's celebrated Way of Tea.
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
First-ever analysis of ancient Jomon nuclear DNA. The results reveal unexpected findings about their ties to modern Japanese people.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Recently, many classic Tokyo properties are being given a new lease on life through renovation. This time, we check out some of Tokyo's most exciting renovation projects.
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 15 Minutes
Themes with regional appeal, such as reports on Asian stars visiting Japan, as well as compact, information-packed editions ideal for smartphones.
10:45 A*B*C Tours
We continue our trip to Saga Prefecture with Kao Supatsara Thanachat, also known as Gao, star of the hit Thai TV series "Stay", and find more natural scenery, kindhearted people and delicious cuisine.
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
Kunio Takami overcame local history and prejudice to spend 26 years planting trees with residents on the Loess Plateau. Explore this extraordinary, ongoing project.
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
How the tea ceremony links to Japanese-style hospitality? Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights. On this occasion the focus is on Japan's celebrated Way of Tea.
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
First-ever analysis of ancient Jomon nuclear DNA. The results reveal unexpected findings about their ties to modern Japanese people.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Recently, many classic Tokyo properties are being given a new lease on life through renovation. This time, we check out some of Tokyo's most exciting renovation projects.
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 15 Minutes
Themes with regional appeal, such as reports on Asian stars visiting Japan, as well as compact, information-packed editions ideal for smartphones.
16:45 A*B*C Tours
We continue our trip to Saga Prefecture with Kao Supatsara Thanachat, also known as Gao, star of the hit Thai TV series "Stay", and find more natural scenery, kindhearted people and delicious cuisine.
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
Kunio Takami overcame local history and prejudice to spend 26 years planting trees with residents on the Loess Plateau. Explore this extraordinary, ongoing project.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
First-ever analysis of ancient Jomon nuclear DNA. The results reveal unexpected findings about their ties to modern Japanese people.
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
Kunio Takami overcame local history and prejudice to spend 26 years planting trees with residents on the Loess Plateau. Explore this extraordinary, ongoing project.
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
Direct Talk is an in-depth interview program featuring business executives or persons in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.
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: Namahage.
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
Recently, many classic Tokyo properties are being given a new lease on life through renovation. This time, we check out some of Tokyo's most exciting renovation projects.
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 15 Minutes
Themes with regional appeal, such as reports on Asian stars visiting Japan, as well as compact, information-packed editions ideal for smartphones.
23:45 A*B*C Tours
We continue our trip to Saga Prefecture with Kao Supatsara Thanachat, also known as Gao, star of the hit Thai TV series "Stay", and find more natural scenery, kindhearted people and delicious cuisine.
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
Journalist Alice Gordenker visits Yokkaichi, discovering the industrial city's famous luminous nightscape, as well as its prized ceramic ware and tea cultivation traditions.
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 story behind utility knives whose blades can be replaced when they become dull.
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.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Recently, many classic Tokyo properties are being given a new lease on life through renovation. This time, we check out some of Tokyo's most exciting renovation projects.
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 15 Minutes
Themes with regional appeal, such as reports on Asian stars visiting Japan, as well as compact, information-packed editions ideal for smartphones.
04:45 A*B*C Tours
We continue our trip to Saga Prefecture with Kao Supatsara Thanachat, also known as Gao, star of the hit Thai TV series "Stay", and find more natural scenery, kindhearted people and delicious cuisine.
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
Kunio Takami overcame local history and prejudice to spend 26 years planting trees with residents on the Loess Plateau. Explore this extraordinary, ongoing project.
NHK 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
ANKO, or anglerfish, look like they're from outer space, but have a rich yet delicate flavor and are used in hot pot. We visit a village in Aomori and discover ANKO-based traditions.
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, the story behind utility knives whose blades can be replaced when they become dull.
07:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Kyoto, the ancient capital, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. This definitive program dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and life, events, cultural assets and landscape.
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: Memory, Part 1. The memories of individuals, groups, regions, and nations are often an inspiration. Architect Tsuyoshi Tane uses them; explore his designs at a special exhibition!
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
We follow an innovative business combining cookery and the sharing economy to promote cultural exchange and integration between Japan's growing foreign population and their host 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 Trails to Tsukiji
ANKO, or anglerfish, look like they're from outer space, but have a rich yet delicate flavor and are used in hot pot. We visit a village in Aomori and discover ANKO-based traditions.
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, the story behind utility knives whose blades can be replaced when they become dull.
13:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Kyoto, the ancient capital, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. This definitive program dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and life, events, cultural assets and landscape.
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: Memory, Part 1. The memories of individuals, groups, regions, and nations are often an inspiration. Architect Tsuyoshi Tane uses them; explore his designs at a special exhibition!
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
We follow an innovative business combining cookery and the sharing economy to promote cultural exchange and integration between Japan's growing foreign population and their host 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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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, the story behind utility knives whose blades can be replaced when they become dull.
19:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
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
We follow an innovative business combining cookery and the sharing economy to promote cultural exchange and integration between Japan's growing foreign population and their host 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
Direct Talk is an in-depth interview program featuring business executives or persons in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Machiya.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Kyoto, the ancient capital, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. This definitive program dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and life, events, cultural assets and landscape.
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: Memory, Part 1. The memories of individuals, groups, regions, and nations are often an inspiration. Architect Tsuyoshi Tane uses them; explore his designs at a special exhibition!
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
Discover the basics of Japanese cuisine with professionals. Chef Saito provides easy guidance for making authentic dishes, while Chef Rika gives helpful advice on quick and stylish cuisine.
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
New Year is a special time in Japan. See a special train that runs to the famous Ise Jingu Shrine for the first prayer and Sanriku Railway's train that offers views of the first sunrise of the year.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
Kyoto, the ancient capital, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. This definitive program dives deep into its core, exploring its charm, people and life, events, cultural assets and landscape.
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: Memory, Part 1. The memories of individuals, groups, regions, and nations are often an inspiration. Architect Tsuyoshi Tane uses them; explore his designs at a special exhibition!
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
We follow an innovative business combining cookery and the sharing economy to promote cultural exchange and integration between Japan's growing foreign population and their host country.
NHK 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
Journalist Alice Gordenker visits Yokkaichi, discovering the industrial city's famous luminous nightscape, as well as its prized ceramic ware and tea cultivation traditions.
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
New Year is a special time in Japan. See a special train that runs to the famous Ise Jingu Shrine for the first prayer and Sanriku Railway's train that offers views of the first sunrise of the year.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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 Web of Life
This program features 2018 MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity winners, introducing their activities for preserving biodiversity and delves into the details of their messages..
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
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Ageless Kawaii.
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
In Ningxia Province, locals are trying to boost trade of local NingXia Red Wolfberry through the One Belt, One Road route connecting China to Eurasia and the Pacific, but many challenges remain.
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
Journalist Alice Gordenker visits Yokkaichi, discovering the industrial city's famous luminous nightscape, as well as its prized ceramic ware and tea cultivation traditions.
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
New Year is a special time in Japan. See a special train that runs to the famous Ise Jingu Shrine for the first prayer and Sanriku Railway's train that offers views of the first sunrise of the year.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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 Web of Life
This program features 2018 MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity winners, introducing their activities for preserving biodiversity and delves into the details of their messages..
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
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Ageless Kawaii.
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
In Ningxia Province, locals are trying to boost trade of local NingXia Red Wolfberry through the One Belt, One Road route connecting China to Eurasia and the Pacific, but many challenges remain.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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
New Year is a special time in Japan. See a special train that runs to the famous Ise Jingu Shrine for the first prayer and Sanriku Railway's train that offers views of the first sunrise of the year.
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
In Ningxia Province, locals are trying to boost trade of local NingXia Red Wolfberry through the One Belt, One Road route connecting China to Eurasia and the Pacific, but many challenges remain.
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
Maria Isabel Legarda is the Artistic Director of Philippine Educational Theater Association. She says theater can help people learn to have a voice, and contribute to social change and development.
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: Paper Balloon Festival, Akita.
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 Web of Life
This program features 2018 MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity winners, introducing their activities for preserving biodiversity and delves into the details of their messages..
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
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Ageless Kawaii.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
00:10 Biz Stream
As the 2020 Olympics approaches, the world is placing attention on Japan. This program provides an in-depth look at Japan's latest economic and business developments through a global perspective.
00:40 Direct Talk
Kesennuma Knitting was created to help recovery efforts in an area affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake. Its high-end cardigans and sweaters are best sellers. CEO Tamako Mitarai talks strategy.
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. Great Living Chola Temples.
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. Today: Old City of Sana'a.
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
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
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 Web of Life
This program features 2018 MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity winners, introducing their activities for preserving biodiversity and delves into the details of their messages..
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
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Ageless Kawaii.
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
In Ningxia Province, locals are trying to boost trade of local NingXia Red Wolfberry through the One Belt, One Road route connecting China to Eurasia and the Pacific, but many challenges remain.
