NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 BIZ STREAM
This week's episode shows how some Japanese apparel companies are using IT technology and innovative recycling methods to reduce "clothing waste" while still remaining competitive.
06:40 #TOKYO
Marunouchi, a business district in front of Tokyo station, represents Tokyo's first to emerge as the city grew out from a shogunate castle town to a modern metropolis. Now it's a hot spot in Tokyo.
06:55 Selfie Japan!
Duan visits Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture to explore places linked to a legendary nine-tailed Fox. She takes a refreshing break in a foot bath and enjoys a drum performance featuring the fox.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 NHK Documentary
A survey of survivors of the 1995 Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake reveals that many see their past positively. Actress Keiko Kitagawa, herself a survivor, looks at how they are finding a way forward.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Hagi-yaki, Yamaguchi Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
08:25 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Soy sauce.
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 March 14, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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.
08:57 Easy Japanese
#44 I've heard he's giving another recital. / To tell someone what you heard from someone else, use adjectives or verbs without "masu" or "desu," then add "soo desu."
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Hometown Stories
Many town employees in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture died in the March 2011 disaster. Survivors finally open up about that day, helping bereaved families learn the truth and face the tragedy.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 The Professionals
Psychiatrist Hideo Honda is a leading specialist in developmental disorders, treating patients from childhood even up to maturity. He works closely with his patients, affirming their own way of life.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 BIZ STREAM
This week's episode shows how some Japanese apparel companies are using IT technology and innovative recycling methods to reduce "clothing waste" while still remaining competitive.
12:40 Have A Nice Stay!
Koyasan in Wakayama is holy land of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism with over 100 temples. At temples, travelers can experience monk training. We'll stay in the ancient temple and learn meditation and more.
12:55 Selfie Japan!
Duan visits Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture to explore places linked to a legendary nine-tailed Fox. She takes a refreshing break in a foot bath and enjoys a drum performance featuring the fox.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 NHK Documentary
A survey of survivors of the 1995 Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake reveals that many see their past positively. Actress Keiko Kitagawa, herself a survivor, looks at how they are finding a way forward.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Videos Gone Viral
The program introduces the best videos revealing Japan from unique perspectives: Japanese viral videos, foreigners introducing Japan, and many more!
14:20 Weird World Champions
Can "Hoopman" reclaim his Guinness World Record which was broken by a man in India?
14:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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 March 14, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Hometown Stories
Many town employees in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture died in the March 2011 disaster. Survivors finally open up about that day, helping bereaved families learn the truth and face the tragedy.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 The Professionals
Psychiatrist Hideo Honda is a leading specialist in developmental disorders, treating patients from childhood even up to maturity. He works closely with his patients, affirming their own way of life.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO March Tournament Day 8 action live from Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest on March 15.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 NHK Documentary
A survey of survivors of the 1995 Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake reveals that many see their past positively. Actress Keiko Kitagawa, herself a survivor, looks at how they are finding a way forward.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 JAPAN FROM ABOVE
JAPAN FROM ABOVE takes you on an aerial journey across Japan. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 3-Day Dare*Devils
Ruizhi, a social media star from China, heads out to the Japanese countryside to help harvest traditional winter delicacies.
21:25 Host Town Tales #4
Young people in Maizuru and their counterparts in Uzbekistan are learning about each other's culture and a unique historical link. This is helping them develop new forms of cultural exchange.
21:40 Little Charo
This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-10.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "TOKYO EYE 2020" showing various "World No.1 in Tokyo" such as World No.1 barber as well as Tokyo Sky Tree, the highest TV radio wave emitting tower, and Shinjuku station.
21:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Tomoyuki Hirano are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 Hometown Stories
Many town employees in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture died in the March 2011 disaster. Survivors finally open up about that day, helping bereaved families learn the truth and face the tragedy.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 The Professionals
Psychiatrist Hideo Honda is a leading specialist in developmental disorders, treating patients from childhood even up to maturity. He works closely with his patients, affirming their own way of life.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 J-Trip Plan
Go by subway walk the backway to the Gold Pavilion. Visit Yamashina and Otsu, new hot spots for repeaters visitors. And trail run through the mountains. New discoveries and experiences await in Kyoto.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 Have A Nice Stay!
Koyasan in Wakayama is holy land of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism with over 100 temples. At temples, travelers can experience monk training. We'll stay in the ancient temple and learn meditation and more.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Rapid tidal currents and sandy seabed deposits have created a special marine habitat in the Inland Sea both above and below the surface, including many species of fish, ospreys and migratory ducks.
06:40 Ask the Doctor
When the heart can no longer function effectively as a pump, this is heart failure. At times, life expectancy may be shortened. Caution is required, but the illness is not very well known.
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "TOKYO EYE 2020" showing various "World No.1 in Tokyo" such as World No.1 barber as well as Tokyo Sky Tree, the highest TV radio wave emitting tower, and Shinjuku station.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Tomoyuki Hirano are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Performing new songs this week are BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE, singer-songwriter Leo Ieiri, and SKE48 (with Akari Suda in center position for the first time).
07:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Do Your Best!! Product Test"...
07:45 Host Town Tales #4
Young people in Maizuru and their counterparts in Uzbekistan are learning about each other's culture and a unique historical link. This is helping them develop new forms of cultural exchange.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Videos Gone Viral
The program introduces the best videos revealing Japan from unique perspectives: Japanese viral videos, foreigners introducing Japan, and many more!
08:20 Weird World Champions
Can "Hoopman" reclaim his Guinness World Record which was broken by a man in India?
08:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature all the top-division bouts from March 15, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
08:57 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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Direct Talk
Internationally renowned dancer Kaiji Moriyama is known for out-of-the-box dances where he uses his body to express abstract concepts like "katana" and "human viscera." What does dance mean to him?
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, Hagi and Tsuwano: 2 Castle Towns.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki creates a mosaic-like soboro bento and Marc demonstrates how to make a taco rice bento. On Bento Trip, we meet a popular bento blogger in Singapore and try her eye-catching sushi roll bento.
10:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 Inside Lens
A small rice farming village in Japan is facing extinction. It all changed by a visit of famous SAKE brewery. It persuaded locals to grow organic rice for making a new SAKE. Can SAKE save the village?
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Have A Nice Stay!
Koyasan in Wakayama is holy land of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism with over 100 temples. At temples, travelers can experience monk training. We'll stay in the ancient temple and learn meditation and more.
12:45 Selfie Japan!
Duan visits Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture to explore places linked to a legendary nine-tailed fox. She takes a refreshing break in a foot bath and enjoys a drum performance featuring the fox.
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "TOKYO EYE 2020" showing various "World No.1 in Tokyo" such as World No.1 barber as well as Tokyo Sky Tree, the highest TV radio wave emitting tower, and Shinjuku station.
12:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Tomoyuki Hirano are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Performing new songs this week are BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE, singer-songwriter Leo Ieiri, and SKE48 (with Akari Suda in center position for the first time).
14:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature all the top-division bouts from March 15, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
14:57 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 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
15:27 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
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, Hagi and Tsuwano: 2 Castle Towns.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 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.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki creates a mosaic-like soboro bento and Marc demonstrates how to make a taco rice bento. On Bento Trip, we meet a popular bento blogger in Singapore and try her eye-catching sushi roll bento.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Yoshihiko Ishikawa has ascended to the elite ranks of the world's ultramarathon runners. He tells us how he got involved in this intense sport, and how he managed to rise to the top.
17:30 Inside Lens
A small rice farming village in Japan is facing extinction. It all changed by a visit of famous SAKE brewery. It persuaded locals to grow organic rice for making a new SAKE. Can SAKE save the village?
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Wasabi.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature all the top-division bouts from March 15, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
18:57 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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Internationally renowned dancer Kaiji Moriyama is known for out-of-the-box dances where he uses his body to express abstract concepts like "katana" and "human viscera." What does dance mean to him?
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Performing new songs this week are BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE, singer-songwriter Leo Ieiri, and SKE48 (with Akari Suda in center position for the first time).
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Inside Lens
A small rice farming village in Japan is facing extinction. It all changed by a visit of famous SAKE brewery. It persuaded locals to grow organic rice for making a new SAKE. Can SAKE save the village?
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
Yoshihiko Ishikawa has ascended to the elite ranks of the world's ultramarathon runners. He tells us how he got involved in this intense sport, and how he managed to rise to the top.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
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, Hagi and Tsuwano: 2 Castle Towns.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki creates a mosaic-like soboro bento and Marc demonstrates how to make a taco rice bento. On Bento Trip, we meet a popular bento blogger in Singapore and try her eye-catching sushi roll bento.
23:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Japanology Plus
Tohoku 9 Years On: Voices of the Deceased. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
iPS cells, which were first generated in Japan, can turn into any cell, such as those of the heart muscle and nerves. They may soon enable doctors to treat intractable diseases and injuries.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Yoshihiko Ishikawa has ascended to the elite ranks of the world's ultramarathon runners. He tells us how he got involved in this intense sport, and how he managed to rise to the top.
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 Mar.16, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts 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, Hagi and Tsuwano: 2 Castle Towns.
04:00 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.
04:40 Direct Talk
Internationally renowned dancer Kaiji Moriyama is known for out-of-the-box dances where he uses his body to express abstract concepts like "katana" and "human viscera." What does dance mean to him?
04:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Wasabi.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 Inside Lens
A small rice farming village in Japan is facing extinction. It all changed by a visit of famous SAKE brewery. It persuaded locals to grow organic rice for making a new SAKE. Can SAKE save the village?
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
Yoshihiko Ishikawa has ascended to the elite ranks of the world's ultramarathon runners. He tells us how he got involved in this intense sport, and how he managed to rise to the top.
06:30 J-Trip Plan
Go by subway walk the backway to the Gold Pavilion. Visit Yamashina and Otsu, new hot spots for repeaters visitors. And trail run through the mountains. New discoveries and experiences await in Kyoto.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
iPS cells, which were first generated in Japan, can turn into any cell, such as those of the heart muscle and nerves. They may soon enable doctors to treat intractable diseases and injuries.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts 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 Mar.16, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 Direct Talk
Artist Riusuke Fukahori uses a self-developed process to paint lifelike three-dimensional goldfish. His work has garnered him fans around the world. How does he breathe life into his creations?
09:30 Journeys in Japan
Kanoa visits Tsugaru (Aomori Pref.) to discover the warmth of community in the deep snow. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 Anime Supernova
Makoto and Ayako Takano form the Kyoto-based moogabooga, a creative duo that makes stop-motion animation. Join us and learn how this married couple breathes new life into household items.
10:45 Anime Supernova
Yoshiki Imazu has been attracting attention with his creation of music videos and advertising. We look into Imazu, whose animation expressing the emptiness and comfort of life have no need for words.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
Many coastal areas devastated by the 2011 disaster in Tohoku are linked by Route 45. For 3 days, we spoke to people on the roadside to hear their thoughts as the long-awaited spring approaches.
11:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 J-Trip Plan
Go by subway walk the backway to the Gold Pavilion. Visit Yamashina and Otsu, new hot spots for repeaters visitors. And trail run through the mountains. New discoveries and experiences await in Kyoto.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
iPS cells, which were first generated in Japan, can turn into any cell, such as those of the heart muscle and nerves. They may soon enable doctors to treat intractable diseases and injuries.
14:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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 Mar.16, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Kanoa visits Tsugaru (Aomori Pref.) to discover the warmth of community in the deep snow. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 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.
16:30 Anime Supernova
Makoto and Ayako Takano form the Kyoto-based moogabooga, a creative duo that makes stop-motion animation. Join us and learn how this married couple breathes new life into household items.
16:45 Anime Supernova
Yoshiki Imazu has been attracting attention with his creation of music videos and advertising. We look into Imazu, whose animation expressing the emptiness and comfort of life have no need for words.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Myanmar in southeast Asia suffers from a lack of safe drinking water. Hisafumi Shogi works with locals to develop the water supply infrastructure. He talks about the road so far and what lies ahead.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Many coastal areas devastated by the 2011 disaster in Tohoku are linked by Route 45. For 3 days, we spoke to people on the roadside to hear their thoughts as the long-awaited spring approaches.
17:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Mino Washi.
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 Mar.16, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Artist Riusuke Fukahori uses a self-developed process to paint lifelike three-dimensional goldfish. His work has garnered him fans around the world. How does he breathe life into his creations?
19:30 Medical Frontiers
iPS cells, which were first generated in Japan, can turn into any cell, such as those of the heart muscle and nerves. They may soon enable doctors to treat intractable diseases and injuries.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Document 72 Hours
Many coastal areas devastated by the 2011 disaster in Tohoku are linked by Route 45. For 3 days, we spoke to people on the roadside to hear their thoughts as the long-awaited spring approaches.
20:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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
Myanmar in southeast Asia suffers from a lack of safe drinking water. Hisafumi Shogi works with locals to develop the water supply infrastructure. He talks about the road so far and what lies ahead.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Journeys in Japan
Kanoa visits Tsugaru (Aomori Pref.) to discover the warmth of community in the deep snow. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Anime Supernova
Makoto and Ayako Takano form the Kyoto-based moogabooga, a creative duo that makes stop-motion animation. Join us and learn how this married couple breathes new life into household items.
23:45 Anime Supernova
Yoshiki Imazu has been attracting attention with his creation of music videos and advertising. We look into Imazu, whose animation expressing the emptiness and comfort of life have no need for words.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
This episode focuses on the king of fruit, MANGO. Though widely known as a tropical fruit, Japan produces high-end MANGOS often given as gifts. Find out more about Japan's special fruit.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Science View
In this episode, paleobiologist Tetsuto Miyashita tells us how got into dinosaurs, what he's learned about them, the experts he works with at the University of Chicago, why he studies fish, and more.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Myanmar in southeast Asia suffers from a lack of safe drinking water. Hisafumi Shogi works with locals to develop the water supply infrastructure. He talks about the road so far and what lies ahead.
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 Mar.17, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Journeys in Japan
Kanoa visits Tsugaru (Aomori Pref.) to discover the warmth of community in the deep snow. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
04:28 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: A sanctuary for Climbers, Matterhorn, the Alps.
04:40 Direct Talk
Artist Riusuke Fukahori uses a self-developed process to paint lifelike three-dimensional goldfish. His work has garnered him fans around the world. How does he breathe life into his creations?
04:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Mino Washi.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Many coastal areas devastated by the 2011 disaster in Tohoku are linked by Route 45. For 3 days, we spoke to people on the roadside to hear their thoughts as the long-awaited spring approaches.
05:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
Myanmar in southeast Asia suffers from a lack of safe drinking water. Hisafumi Shogi works with locals to develop the water supply infrastructure. He talks about the road so far and what lies ahead.
06:30 Japanology Plus
Tohoku 9 Years On: Voices of the Deceased. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Science View
In this episode, paleobiologist Tetsuto Miyashita tells us how got into dinosaurs, what he's learned about them, the experts he works with at the University of Chicago, why he studies fish, and more.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts 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 Mar.17, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 Direct Talk
Philippine-born Jose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist in the U.S. He draws on his own life without papers, to bring attention to the plight of millions of undocumented immigrants.
09:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
This time, we check out a bus route that passes through historical downtown Tokyo. This bus takes us off the beaten sightseeing path and gives us a look at the daily lives of real Tokyoites!
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 3-Day Dare*Devils
Home moving services in Japan have a reputation for being both thorough and speedy. This time, Chinese social media star Ruizhi gives Japanese moving a try!
10:45 NINJA TRUTH
The ninja had 2 modes of operation: Innin and yonin. We'll examine them using reenactments and also recreate and test a ninja listening device known as "saotokikigane." Join us to see the results!
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 Her Story
Chikako Ito is the only medical practitioner on the remote Japanese island of Suwanosejima. She focuses on preventive medicine to help the elderly live happy and healthy lives on the island.
11:50 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces Okuizumo, Shimane. Terraced paddies in the 400-meter hills host pond loaches, newts, and giant water bugs that are now scarce in other parts of Japan.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Japanology Plus
Tohoku 9 Years On: Voices of the Deceased. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Science View
In this episode, paleobiologist Tetsuto Miyashita tells us how got into dinosaurs, what he's learned about them, the experts he works with at the University of Chicago, why he studies fish, and more.
14:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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 Mar.17, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
15:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
This time, we check out a bus route that passes through historical downtown Tokyo. This bus takes us off the beaten sightseeing path and gives us a look at the daily lives of real Tokyoites!
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 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.
16:30 3-Day Dare*Devils
Home moving services in Japan have a reputation for being both thorough and speedy. This time, Chinese social media star Ruizhi gives Japanese moving a try!
16:45 NINJA TRUTH
The ninja are said to have possessed superior physical and mental strength. We'll examine their training methods, and analyze a running style that enabled the ninja to quickly cover ground.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Hoang Yen Vo is a Vietnamese rights advocate. The center she runs helps people with disability, not for their physical needs, but their well-being. Her goal is to see them thrive however they live.
17:30 Her Story
Chikako Ito is the only medical practitioner on the remote Japanese island of Suwanosejima. She focuses on preventive medicine to help the elderly live happy and healthy lives on the island.
17:50 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces Okuizumo, Shimane. Terraced paddies in the 400-meter hills host pond loaches, newts, and giant water bugs that are now scarce in other parts of Japan.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Kumano Brushes.
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 Mar.17, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Philippine-born Jose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist in the U.S. He draws on his own life without papers, to bring attention to the plight of millions of undocumented immigrants.
19:30 Science View
In this episode, paleobiologist Tetsuto Miyashita tells us how got into dinosaurs, what he's learned about them, the experts he works with at the University of Chicago, why he studies fish, and more.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Her Story
Chikako Ito is the only medical practitioner on the remote Japanese island of Suwanosejima. She focuses on preventive medicine to help the elderly live happy and healthy lives on the island.
20:50 Four Seasons in Japan
This program features Chomonkyo Gorge in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Here, in autumn, macaques seek fruit in the colorful forest, and ducks and grebes gather in the calm of the river for the winter.
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
Hoang Yen Vo is a Vietnamese rights advocate. The center she runs helps people with disability, not for their physical needs, but their well-being. Her goal is to see them thrive however they live.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
This time, we check out a bus route that passes through historical downtown Tokyo. This bus takes us off the beaten sightseeing path and gives us a look at the daily lives of real Tokyoites!
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 3-Day Dare*Devils
Home moving services in Japan have a reputation for being both thorough and speedy. This time, Chinese social media star Ruizhi gives Japanese moving a try!
23:45 NINJA TRUTH
The ninja had 2 modes of operation: Innin and yonin. We'll examine them using reenactments and also recreate and test a ninja listening device known as "saotokikigane." Join us to see the results!
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Journeys in Japan
David Wells explores Fukuoka City's food culture and its deep links with the Asian mainland. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 great gear
[Man-made Shooting Stars, Supermarket Trade Show, Wooden Capsule Hotel], "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Hoang Yen Vo is a Vietnamese rights advocate. The center she runs helps people with disability, not for their physical needs, but their well-being. Her goal is to see them thrive however they live.
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 Mar.18, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
This time, we check out a bus route that passes through historical downtown Tokyo. This bus takes us off the beaten sightseeing path and gives us a look at the daily lives of real Tokyoites!
04:00 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.
04:40 Direct Talk
Philippine-born Jose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist in the U.S. He draws on his own life without papers, to bring attention to the plight of millions of undocumented immigrants.
04:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Today: Kumano Brushes.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 Her Story
Chikako Ito is the only medical practitioner on the remote Japanese island of Suwanosejima. She focuses on preventive medicine to help the elderly live happy and healthy lives on the island.
05:50 Four Seasons in Japan
This program explores the Tagori River mouth where mudskippers, crabs, egrets, and other creatures live and feed on the tidal mudflats as well as in the surrounding forest and reeds.
