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.
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
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.
06:30 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.
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 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.
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.18, Day 11 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
Taiwanese chain restaurant manager Viola Cheng's dedication to helping the disadvantaged has drawn global attention. She explains the importance of companies fulfilling their social responsibility.
09:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. 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 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Regional Landscapes. During the 1900s the Japanese archipelago was smoothed into uniformity in the name of efficiency and development. New designs are reshaping uniquely local views.
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 RISING
Lina Sakai is the originator of a bioethanol-based resource cycle that is revitalizing regional economies through resource cycles based on the production of bioethanol.
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 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.
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 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.
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.18, Day 11 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 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. 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 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Regional Landscapes. During the 1900s the Japanese archipelago was smoothed into uniformity in the name of efficiency and development. New designs are reshaping uniquely local views.
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
As Artificial Intelligence becomes part of our daily life, have we considered the ethical pitfalls? Computer scientist Sir Nigel Shadbolt on the new Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University.
17:30 RISING
Lina Sakai is the originator of a bioethanol-based resource cycle that is revitalizing regional economies through resource cycles based on the production of bioethanol.
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: Nabesima Celadon Ware.
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.18, Day 11 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
Taiwanese chain restaurant manager Viola Cheng's dedication to helping the disadvantaged has drawn global attention. She explains the importance of companies fulfilling their social responsibility.
19:30 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.
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 RISING
Lina Sakai is the originator of a bioethanol-based resource cycle that is revitalizing regional economies through resource cycles based on the production of bioethanol.
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
As Artificial Intelligence becomes part of our daily life, have we considered the ethical pitfalls? Computer scientist Sir Nigel Shadbolt on the new Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. 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 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Regional Landscapes. During the 1900s the Japanese archipelago was smoothed into uniformity in the name of efficiency and development. New designs are reshaping uniquely local views.
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.
00:10 Hypertension: Lower is Better
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes and dementia. Find out how to make lifestyle changes that will help you lower your blood pressure.
00:20 Hypertension: Masked Hypertension
Masked hypertension is a dangerous type of hidden high blood pressure that can lead to sudden death. Do you have this condition? Find out what you can do to unmask "masked hypertension."
00:30 Dining with the Chef
Our host, Yu Hayami and chef Yasuhiro Watanabe stroll around Nagasaki to find delicious local foods and cuisine. Featured recipe: Hatoshi (shrimp toast).
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 Japan Railway Journal
Once the most in deficit railway company in Japan, Kyoto Tango Railway is now managed by a bus company. See how they're transforming the railway using marketing and IT strategies.
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
As Artificial Intelligence becomes part of our daily life, have we considered the ethical pitfalls? Computer scientist Sir Nigel Shadbolt on the new Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University.
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.19, Day 12 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 Core Kyoto
Today: Yasurai Matsuri, the town elders' prayers embodied in flowers and dance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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
Taiwanese chain restaurant manager Viola Cheng's dedication to helping the disadvantaged has drawn global attention. She explains the importance of companies fulfilling their social responsibility.
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: Nabesima Celadon Ware.
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 RISING
Lina Sakai is the originator of a bioethanol-based resource cycle that is revitalizing regional economies through resource cycles based on the production of bioethanol.
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
As Artificial Intelligence becomes part of our daily life, have we considered the ethical pitfalls? Computer scientist Sir Nigel Shadbolt on the new Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University.
06:30 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.
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 Japan Railway Journal
Once the most in deficit railway company in Japan, Kyoto Tango Railway is now managed by a bus company. See how they're transforming the railway using marketing and IT strategies.
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.19, Day 12 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
Robert Riener founded the Cybathlon, a global contest spurring the development of robotic assistive devices for people with disabilities. What role can robotics play in creating a diverse society?
09:30 At One with Nature
National Parks of Japan: We visit the Akan-Mashu National Park in winter, the beautiful lakes of Akan, Kussharo, and Mashu, their surrounding mountains, and the culture of the indigenous Ainu people.
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 Hypertension: Lower is Better
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes and dementia. Find out how to make lifestyle changes that will help you lower your blood pressure.
10:20 Hypertension: Masked Hypertension
Masked hypertension is a dangerous type of hidden high blood pressure that can lead to sudden death. Do you have this condition? Find out what you can do to unmask "masked hypertension."
10:30 Kawaii International
Get some tips to go green at home! This episode introduces some eco-friendly items and ideas that are surprisingly cute. What's more? Check this episode out and save the planet!
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 Hypertension: Salt Reduction
We know that reducing sodium helps lower blood pressure, but most of us still consume too much. We will introduce salt-reduction initiatives as well as tips on lowering salt intake in our daily lives.
11:20 Hypertension: Change Your Mind
Hypertension is often left untreated because most people have no symptoms. Find out how Japan tackles this problem with a system designed to support individuals with high blood pressure.
11:30 Asia Insight
Dynamic Asia. Stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change. Today: A Mixed Blessing - World Heritage City in Uzabekistan
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 Japan Travel Expert
Kujukuri Beach, Chiba Pref., along the Pacific coast is Japan's longest sandy beach at 66km long. Ride the waves at Japan's premier surfing destination and enjoy a variety of marine activities.
12:20 Japan Travel Expert
Discover Osaka's quirky, arty side. Take fun photos with the huge signage in the Minami district. Enjoy affordable food and interact with the locals at standing restaurants. And meet some zany people.
12:30 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.
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 Japan Travel Expert
Fukui's dinosaur museum is one of the world's largest. A museum in Kurayoshi, Tottori Pref., has over 2000 anime and animal figurines. Abashiri, Hokkaido, has a jail museum that was a jail until 1986.
13:20 Japan Travel Expert
Enjoy the vista from the top of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Hyogo Pref. Marvel at the cavernous Underground Discharge Channel in Kasukabe, Saitama Pref. Take a tour and bungee at Yanba Dam, Gunma Pref.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Once the most in deficit railway company in Japan, Kyoto Tango Railway is now managed by a bus company. See how they're transforming the railway using marketing and IT strategies.
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 The KYOTO CODE: Bamboo Boundaries
Major tourist destination Kyoto has its own unique "code," but it is hard to decipher for strangers. In this episode we delve into the mysterious world of Kekkai and their profound messages.
14:20 THE KYOTO CODE: BACHI Punishment
We take a deep yet comic look at the hard-to-decipher code of behavior that lies behind Kyoto culture. This time we focus on how the Kyoto people stand in awe of the divine and spiritual.
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.19, Day 12 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 Hypertension: Lower is Better
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes and dementia. Find out how to make lifestyle changes that will help you lower your blood pressure.
15:20 Hypertension: Masked Hypertension
Masked hypertension is a dangerous type of hidden high blood pressure that can lead to sudden death. Do you have this condition? Find out what you can do to unmask "masked hypertension."
15:30 At One with Nature
National Parks of Japan: We visit the Akan-Mashu National Park in winter, the beautiful lakes of Akan, Kussharo, and Mashu, their surrounding mountains, and the culture of the indigenous Ainu people.
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 Hypertension: Salt Reduction
We know that reducing sodium helps lower blood pressure, but most of us still consume too much. We will introduce salt-reduction initiatives as well as tips on lowering salt intake in our daily lives.
16:20 Hypertension: Change Your Mind
Hypertension is often left untreated because most people have no symptoms. Find out how Japan tackles this problem with a system designed to support individuals with high blood pressure.
16:30 Kawaii International
Get some tips to go green at home! This episode introduces some eco-friendly items and ideas that are surprisingly cute. What's more? Check this episode out and save the planet!
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 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
17:15 Direct Talk
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
17:30 Asia Insight
Dynamic Asia. Stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change. Today: A Mixed Blessing - World Heritage City in Uzabekistan
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
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.
18:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
This episode features NATTO, a fermented soybean product known for its powerful smell and sticky texture. Both economical and nutritious, NATTO is eaten for breakfast and in a variety of other ways.
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.19, Day 12 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.
19:10 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
This story follows a girl who loses her sight, but rediscovers the fun of judo. It's part of anime series that showcases the appeal of parasports. This time, it is focused on vision impaired judo.
19:15 Direct Talk
Robert Riener founded the Cybathlon, a global contest spurring the development of robotic assistive devices for people with disabilities. What role can robotics play in creating a diverse society?
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Once the most in deficit railway company in Japan, Kyoto Tango Railway is now managed by a bus company. See how they're transforming the railway using marketing and IT strategies.
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.
20:15 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.
20:30 Asia Insight
Dynamic Asia. Stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change. Today: A Mixed Blessing - World Heritage City in Uzabekistan
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.
21:15 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.
21:28 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces Koshima, Kochi. The sea around the small, uninhabited island is rich in fish. Sea birds come in the spring to breed, including the endangered murrelet.
21:40 Direct Talk
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
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.
22:10 Japan Travel Expert
Kujukuri Beach, Chiba Pref., along the Pacific coast is Japan's longest sandy beach at 66km long. Ride the waves at Japan's premier surfing destination and enjoy a variety of marine activities.
22:20 Japan Travel Expert
Discover Osaka's quirky, arty side. Take fun photos with the huge signage in the Minami district. Enjoy affordable food and interact with the locals at standing restaurants. And meet some zany people.
22:30 At One with Nature
National Parks of Japan: We visit the Akan-Mashu National Park in winter, the beautiful lakes of Akan, Kussharo, and Mashu, their surrounding mountains, and the culture of the indigenous Ainu people.
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 Japan Travel Expert
Fukui's dinosaur museum is one of the world's largest. A museum in Kurayoshi, Tottori Pref., has over 2000 anime and animal figurines. Abashiri, Hokkaido, has a jail museum that was a jail until 1986.
23:20 Japan Travel Expert
Enjoy the vista from the top of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Hyogo Pref. Marvel at the cavernous Underground Discharge Channel in Kasukabe, Saitama Pref. Take a tour and bungee at Yanba Dam, Gunma Pref.
23:30 Kawaii International
Get some tips to go green at home! This episode introduces some eco-friendly items and ideas that are surprisingly cute. What's more? Check this episode out and save the planet!
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.
00:10 BIZ STREAM
The once stagnant telecommuting market in Japan has seen a sharp rise in demand as companies seek to stay in business while keeping their workers healthy amidst the growing threat of the coronavirus.
00:40 #TOKYO
Today, we will take a virtual tour in Nakano, "the source of subcultures." We'll explore Nakano Broadway, where anime, manga, plastic models and railway goods attract tourists from around the world.
00:55 Selfie Japan!
Duan visits Kyonan in Chiba Prefecture to check out a huge Buddhist sculpture and an observation point on a cliff. She then goes to a shopping center to hear how people have overcome typhoon damage.
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.
01:10 Hypertension: Salt Reduction
We know that reducing sodium helps lower blood pressure, but most of us still consume too much. We will introduce salt-reduction initiatives as well as tips on lowering salt intake in our daily lives.
01:20 Hypertension: Change Your Mind
Hypertension is often left untreated because most people have no symptoms. Find out how Japan tackles this problem with a system designed to support individuals with high blood pressure.
01:30 Spiritual Explorers Snow
Japan, it is world's best heavy snow country. How do Japanese people pass this severe winter season? We have visited a snow festival. The journey to uncover the essence of the Japanese spirit, begins.
01:55 Paprika
The program airs the dance music video of "Paprika," performed by Foorin team E. They will support the dreams of everyone in the world through this song!
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.
02:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: The Piercing Gaze
A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
02:15 Direct Talk
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
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.20, Day 13 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.
03:10 The KYOTO CODE: Bamboo Boundaries
Major tourist destination Kyoto has its own unique "code," but it is hard to decipher for strangers. In this episode we delve into the mysterious world of Kekkai and their profound messages.
03:20 THE KYOTO CODE: BACHI Punishment
We take a deep yet comic look at the hard-to-decipher code of behavior that lies behind Kyoto culture. This time we focus on how the Kyoto people stand in awe of the divine and spiritual.
03:30 At One with Nature
National Parks of Japan: We visit the Akan-Mashu National Park in winter, the beautiful lakes of Akan, Kussharo, and Mashu, their surrounding mountains, and the culture of the indigenous Ainu people.
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.
04:10 Japan Travel Expert
Kujukuri Beach, Chiba Pref., along the Pacific coast is Japan's longest sandy beach at 66km long. Ride the waves at Japan's premier surfing destination and enjoy a variety of marine activities.
04:20 Japan Travel Expert
Discover Osaka's quirky, arty side. Take fun photos with the huge signage in the Minami district. Enjoy affordable food and interact with the locals at standing restaurants. And meet some zany people.
04:30 Dig More Japan
How much do you know about sushi? From home-made chirashi-zushi to an ancient sushi which is said to have become its original form, we'll be exploring "real sushi world." Let's dig more Japan!
04:40 Direct Talk
Robert Riener founded the Cybathlon, a global contest spurring the development of robotic assistive devices for people with disabilities. What role can robotics play in creating a diverse society?
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.
05:10 Japan Travel Expert
Fukui's dinosaur museum is one of the world's largest. A museum in Kurayoshi, Tottori Pref., has over 2000 anime and animal figurines. Abashiri, Hokkaido, has a jail museum that was a jail until 1986.
05:20 Japan Travel Expert
Enjoy the vista from the top of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Hyogo Pref. Marvel at the cavernous Underground Discharge Channel in Kasukabe, Saitama Pref. Take a tour and bungee at Yanba Dam, Gunma Pref.
05:30 Asia Insight
Dynamic Asia. Stories behind the world's largest continent as it faces political, economic, cultural and technological change. Today: A Mixed Blessing - World Heritage City in Uzabekistan
