NHK 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
University of Chicago economist Raghuram Rajan calls for the regeneration of local community to balance markets, as globalization leaves large pockets of society feeling powerless and left behind.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
06:40 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN newly starts to broadcast 2 domestic programs, "GATTEN!" and "Ask the Doctor," translating into English. Both are popular in Japan and have been broadcast for decades.
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: Tsumire-jiru Fish Ball Soup.
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 explores musical creativity with 3 top artists. Noriyuki Makihara shares the secrets behind his hits. Dai Hirai shares a song on his ukulele. And DJ KOO invites us to his studio.
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 "Do your best! No.153 March"
07:45 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "I don't like this" 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 Somewhere Street
A popular tourist destination, Naha is the capital of Okinawa. We explore tourist favorites such as Kokusai Street, Sakaemachi Market and Shuri Castle, which preserves the glory of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
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
Olympus has a 70% share of the global gastrointestinal endoscope market. But, in 2011, it was revealed that the company had been hiding massive losses. Sasa steered Olympus through this turbulent era.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Kirishima: A Town thriving on Volcanic Mountains.
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
Kiryu is a renowned textile production region in Japan--known for its traditional yet innovative styles. We meet 3 design teams that are adding their own creative artistry to Kiryu textiles.
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
There are 100,000 Buddhist nuns in Myanmar, but no nun has ever entered the university. Eaindra (16) wishes to become the first ever nun doctor in the country. Will she be able to reach her dream?
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
New York-based illustrator Yuko Shimizu followed her dreams to a successful career, creating images for America's leading publications, in a style playing on traditional Japanese techniques.
12:45 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Kii Mountain Range.
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN newly starts to broadcast 2 domestic programs, "GATTEN!" and "Ask the Doctor," translating into English. Both are popular in Japan and have been broadcast for decades.
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: Tsumire-jiru Fish Ball Soup.
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 explores musical creativity with 3 top artists. Noriyuki Makihara shares the secrets behind his hits. Dai Hirai shares a song on his ukulele. And DJ KOO invites us to his studio.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 HAIKU MASTERS
This episode takes place in Kanazawa, a city with a rich history still maintained today, located in Ishikawa Prefecture along the Sea of Japan. Our guest is actor Misato Tanaka.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Kirishima: A Town thriving on Volcanic Mountains.
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
Kiryu is a renowned textile production region in Japan--known for its traditional yet innovative styles. We meet 3 design teams that are adding their own creative artistry to Kiryu textiles.
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
There are 100,000 Buddhist nuns in Myanmar, but no nun has ever entered the university. Eaindra (16) wishes to become the first ever nun doctor in the country. Will she be able to reach her dream?
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 HAIKU MASTERS
This episode takes place in Kanazawa, a city with a rich history still maintained today, located in Ishikawa Prefecture along the Sea of Japan. Our guest is actor Misato Tanaka.
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 explores musical creativity with 3 top artists. Noriyuki Makihara shares the secrets behind his hits. Dai Hirai shares a song on his ukulele. And DJ KOO invites us to his studio.
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
There are 100,000 Buddhist nuns in Myanmar, but no nun has ever entered the university. Eaindra (16) wishes to become the first ever nun doctor in the country. Will she be able to reach her dream?
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
Kenichi Yoshida is a musician who plays the tsugaru-jamisen, a stringed instrument from Japan's Tohoku region. We speak with him about his efforts to share tsugaru-jamisen music with the world.
21:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Kirishima: A Town thriving on Volcanic Mountains.
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
Kiryu is a renowned textile production region in Japan--known for its traditional yet innovative styles. We meet 3 design teams that are adding their own creative artistry to Kiryu textiles.
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
Hidden Christians (Part 2): Japan's secret worshippers. In the 2nd half of a two-part special, Peter Barakan visits key locations, and meets diverse experts with valuable insights.
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
A therapy from Japan called "waon," or soothing warmth, has helped patients with heart failure. It gently raises core body temperature, and holds promise for other difficult-to-treat illnesses.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 HAIKU MASTERS
This episode takes place in Kanazawa, a city with a rich history still maintained today, located in Ishikawa Prefecture along the Sea of Japan. Our guest is actor Misato Tanaka.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
03:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Kirishima: A Town thriving on Volcanic Mountains.
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
Kiryu is a renowned textile production region in Japan--known for its traditional yet innovative styles. We meet 3 design teams that are adding their own creative artistry to Kiryu textiles.
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
There are 100,000 Buddhist nuns in Myanmar, but no nun has ever entered the university. Eaindra (16) wishes to become the first ever nun doctor in the country. Will she be able to reach her dream?
NHK 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
Hiking a rugged mountainous pilgrimage trail dotted with stone Buddhist statues on a peninsula in Kyushu. And, an old castle town in rural Okayama Pref. boasts a colorful, noren curtains.
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
A therapy from Japan called "waon," or soothing warmth, has helped patients with heart failure. It gently raises core body temperature, and holds promise for other difficult-to-treat illnesses.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 HAIKU MASTERS
This episode takes place in Kanazawa, a city with a rich history still maintained today, located in Ishikawa Prefecture along the Sea of Japan. Our guest is actor Misato Tanaka.
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
Charles Glover follows an ancient highway along the north coast of Lake Biwa. 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
The high school boys transferred to an anime world while they are in cramming school. Since then, they start school life in the anime world they transferred in. Find out more on our next episode!
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
An old hospital is moving to a new building. The new hospital is only 250 meters away, but to ensure treatment is uninterrupted, all patients must be moved in a single day. How will the move turn out?
11:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
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
Hiking a rugged mountainous pilgrimage trail dotted with stone Buddhist statues on a peninsula in Kyushu. And, an old castle town in rural Okayama Pref. boasts a colorful, noren curtains.
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
A therapy from Japan called "waon," or soothing warmth, has helped patients with heart failure. It gently raises core body temperature, and holds promise for other difficult-to-treat illnesses.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
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
Charles Glover follows an ancient highway along the north coast of Lake Biwa. 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
The high school boys transferred to an anime world while they are in cramming school. Since then, they start school life in the anime world they transferred in. Find out more on our next episode!
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
An old hospital is moving to a new building. The new hospital is only 250 meters away, but to ensure treatment is uninterrupted, all patients must be moved in a single day. How will the move turn out?
17:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
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
A therapy from Japan called "waon," or soothing warmth, has helped patients with heart failure. It gently raises core body temperature, and holds promise for other difficult-to-treat illnesses.
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
An old hospital is moving to a new building. The new hospital is only 250 meters away, but to ensure treatment is uninterrupted, all patients must be moved in a single day. How will the move turn out?
20:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
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
Rino Nakasone is an LA-based dancer/choreographer who has worked with Janet Jackson and Britney Spears, and has choreographed many routines for K-pop stars. She talks about the thrill of entertaining.
21:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
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
Charles Glover follows an ancient highway along the north coast of Lake Biwa. 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
The high school boys transferred to an anime world while they are in cramming school. Since then, they start school life in the anime world they transferred in. Find out more on our next episode!
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
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of 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 Science View
Animals leave behind fragments of DNA in their natural habitats. New DNA analysis of water samples tells us in amazing detail about how many and what kinds of creatures are living in the water.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
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
Charles Glover follows an ancient highway along the north coast of Lake Biwa. 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
The high school boys transferred to an anime world while they are in cramming school. Since then, they start school life in the anime world they transferred in. Find out more on our next episode!
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
An old hospital is moving to a new building. The new hospital is only 250 meters away, but to ensure treatment is uninterrupted, all patients must be moved in a single day. How will the move turn out?
05:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
NHK 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
Hidden Christians (Part 2): Japan's secret worshippers. In the 2nd half of a two-part special, Peter Barakan visits key locations, and meets diverse experts with valuable insights.
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
Animals leave behind fragments of DNA in their natural habitats. New DNA analysis of water samples tells us in amazing detail about how many and what kinds of creatures are living in the water.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
British-born Venetia lives in Ohara, Kyoto. She gathers twigs for her wood-burning stove, makes three kinds of herbal tea, and plants winter-hardy Christmas Roses. In Kyoto she sees a roof-tile maker.
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
We take a look back at 500 episodes of TOKYO EYE 2020. In part two, we see how areas like Shinjuku and Ginza have changed over the years, and how the Tokyo Bay area is preparing for the 2020 games.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
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 fitting 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 Her Story
Comma Leung is a designer from Hong Kong. Her designs are characterized by the ideas she employs to make them useful for the disabled and the elderly, hoping to improve their quality of life.
11:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
12:30 Japanology Plus
Hidden Christians (Part 2): Japan's secret worshippers. In the 2nd half of a two-part special, Peter Barakan visits key locations, and meets diverse experts with valuable insights.
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
Animals leave behind fragments of DNA in their natural habitats. New DNA analysis of water samples tells us in amazing detail about how many and what kinds of creatures are living in the water.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 KABUKI KOOL
Kabuki is full of music played both on and off stage. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke and musician Kawase Roshu guide us through the beautiful complexities of sankyoku.
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
We take a look back at 500 episodes of TOKYO EYE 2020. In part two, we see how areas like Shinjuku and Ginza have changed over the years, and how the Tokyo Bay area is preparing for the 2020 games.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
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 fitting 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 Her Story
Comma Leung is a designer from Hong Kong. Her designs are characterized by the ideas she employs to make them useful for the disabled and the elderly, hoping to improve their quality of life.
17:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 KABUKI KOOL
Kabuki is full of music played both on and off stage. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke and musician Kawase Roshu guide us through the beautiful complexities of sankyoku.
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
Animals leave behind fragments of DNA in their natural habitats. New DNA analysis of water samples tells us in amazing detail about how many and what kinds of creatures are living in the water.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
20:30 Her Story
Comma Leung is a designer from Hong Kong. Her designs are characterized by the ideas she employs to make them useful for the disabled and the elderly, hoping to improve their quality of life.
20:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Taiwanese activist Lin Nien-tzu founded a workshop to spread important knowledge on menstruation to Nepalese women. She helps them produce eco-friendly sanitary products.
21:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
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
We take a look back at 500 episodes of TOKYO EYE 2020. In part two, we see how areas like Shinjuku and Ginza have changed over the years, and how the Tokyo Bay area is preparing for the 2020 games.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
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 fitting 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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Our journey takes us to Shimanami in the Seto Inland Sea, an area dense with islands. We see the distinctive ways of living in these beautiful islands. Slow but fulfilling, life is simple there.
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 Biz Buzz Japan
New fabrics and production methods are making headlines. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
Kabuki is full of music played both on and off stage. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke and musician Kawase Roshu guide us through the beautiful complexities of sankyoku.
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
We take a look back at 500 episodes of TOKYO EYE 2020. In part two, we see how areas like Shinjuku and Ginza have changed over the years, and how the Tokyo Bay area is preparing for the 2020 games.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
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 fitting 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 Her Story
Comma Leung is a designer from Hong Kong. Her designs are characterized by the ideas she employs to make them useful for the disabled and the elderly, hoping to improve their quality of life.
05:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
06:30 Trails to Tsukiji
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of cuisine.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
07:30 Biz Buzz Japan
New fabrics and production methods are making headlines. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
08:30 KABUKI KOOL
Kabuki is full of music played both on and off stage. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke and musician Kawase Roshu guide us through the beautiful complexities of sankyoku.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
09:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Japanese Pepper, the zesty spice of Kyoto cuisine. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
10:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stationery Part 2. Japan is all about stationery: from high-function erasable pens to super-cute items. Explore the collectible aspect of stationery with designer Masayuki Takabatake.
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
Hideaki Tamada heads a firm that created walking aids tailored to the smaller physiques of Japanese seniors. We follow a pioneering business prolonging healthy lifespans for Japan's graying society.
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
HOTARU-IKA, or firefly squid, is famous for its pale blue glow. We visit Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan to see how this small, mysterious squid is fished and enjoyed in a wide range of cuisine.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
13:30 Biz Buzz Japan
New fabrics and production methods are making headlines. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
14:30 Lunch ON!
We tag along with a bus tour guide in Miyazaki Pref., southern Japan, to see what her job is all about. Come lunchtime, surprisingly, she often orders delivery lunch and has it with the bus driver.
14:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Deep-fried Mackerel Tatsuta-style
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Japanese Pepper, the zesty spice of Kyoto cuisine. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stationery Part 2. Japan is all about stationery: from high-function erasable pens to super-cute items. Explore the collectible aspect of stationery with designer Masayuki Takabatake.
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
Hideaki Tamada heads a firm that created walking aids tailored to the smaller physiques of Japanese seniors. We follow a pioneering business prolonging healthy lifespans for Japan's graying society.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
18:30 Lunch ON!
We tag along with a bus tour guide in Miyazaki Pref., southern Japan, to see what her job is all about. Come lunchtime, surprisingly, she often orders delivery lunch and has it with the bus driver.
18:55 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: Deep-fried Mackerel Tatsuta-style
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 Biz Buzz Japan
New fabrics and production methods are making headlines. Hosted by Jon Kabira, Biz Buzz Japan explores the latest breakthroughs and developing trends in Japan's constantly evolving business scene.
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
Hideaki Tamada heads a firm that created walking aids tailored to the smaller physiques of Japanese seniors. We follow a pioneering business prolonging healthy lifespans for Japan's graying society.
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
Ni Sat Tin Htoo, a social worker in Myanmar, cares for ethnic-minority children affected by decades of conflict, helping them rebuild their lives so they can contribute to a more peaceful future.
21:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Japanese Pepper, the zesty spice of Kyoto cuisine. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
23:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stationery Part 2. Japan is all about stationery: from high-function erasable pens to super-cute items. Explore the collectible aspect of stationery with designer Masayuki Takabatake.
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) Sweet and Sour Pork Spare Ribs (2) Quick Marinated Turnips (3) Miso Soup with Spring Cabbage and Eggs. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
01:30 Japan Railway Journal
Kominato Railway is a 39.1km local line, half of which runs through the mountains in Chiba Prefecture. See the steps the company is taking to get out of the red and to attract more tourists.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
02:30 Lunch ON!
We tag along with a bus tour guide in Miyazaki Pref., southern Japan, to see what her job is all about. Come lunchtime, surprisingly, she often orders delivery lunch and has it with the bus driver.
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Deep-fried Mackerel Tatsuta-style
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: Japanese Pepper, the zesty spice of Kyoto cuisine. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK NEWSLINE delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world.
04:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Stationery Part 2. Japan is all about stationery: from high-function erasable pens to super-cute items. Explore the collectible aspect of stationery with designer Masayuki Takabatake.
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
Hideaki Tamada heads a firm that created walking aids tailored to the smaller physiques of Japanese seniors. We follow a pioneering business prolonging healthy lifespans for Japan's graying society.