In Tokyo's "Little India" Puranik Yogendra is helping his fellow Indians to connect with locals by teaching Japanese customs and habits. He also aims to set up a Japanese school for Indian children.
06:30 Journeys in Japan
James Lambiasi discovers Okinawa through its architecture, both traditional and modern. 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
South Hokkaido Railway is home to a tourist train that has been gaining attention across Japan. See how a tour company used their know-how to develop this popular and entertaining tourist train.
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 Lunch ON!
We go to a factory in central Japan that makes fishcake called "kamaboko." Kamaboko made here are decorative, as the local culture is to give them to guests who come to celebratory occasions.
08:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Fried Chicken with Grated Daikon.
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(4)
With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Hiroshima-Grown Bok Choy of Happiness! Documents a farmer Koji Okada hoping to make Hiroshima's Akitakada renowned as a Bok Choy producing region.
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 Kawaii International
The latest beauty trend in Tokyo is more diverse than ever! Learn some unique beauty services that you probably didn't know. Also, meet a makeup artist & hairstylist, who found a new way of working.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization. Today: Reviving a Silk Road Tradition.
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 Journeys in Japan
James Lambiasi discovers Okinawa through its architecture, both traditional and modern. 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.
13:15 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 Japan Railway Journal
South Hokkaido Railway is home to a tourist train that has been gaining attention across Japan. See how a tour company used their know-how to develop this popular and entertaining tourist train.
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 J-Arena
In kendo, the sport heir to Japan's ancient art of swordsmanship, specific conditions have to be met for a strike to count as "ippon." More than simply a point scored, mind and body must move as one.
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Hiroshima-Grown Bok Choy of Happiness! Documents a farmer Koji Okada hoping to make Hiroshima's Akitakada renowned as a Bok Choy producing region.
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
16:30 Kawaii International
The latest beauty trend in Tokyo is more diverse than ever! Learn some unique beauty services that you probably didn't know. Also, meet a makeup artist & hairstylist, who found a new way of working.
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
The Latin American School of Medicine in Cuba educates youths from poor areas to become doctors. In 20 years, 30,000 graduates are active in 105 countries. President Antonio Lopez Gutierrez explains.
17:30 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization. Today: Reviving a Silk Road Tradition.
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 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.
18:30 J-Arena
In kendo, the sport heir to Japan's ancient art of swordsmanship, specific conditions have to be met for a strike to count as "ippon." More than simply a point scored, mind and body must move as one.
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
Filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk's works focus on the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic and underscore the importance of protecting their heritage. He shared his thoughts on the hopes and struggles of his people.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
South Hokkaido Railway is home to a tourist train that has been gaining attention across Japan. See how a tour company used their know-how to develop this popular and entertaining tourist train.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization. Today: Reviving a Silk Road Tradition.
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
The Latin American School of Medicine in Cuba educates youths from poor areas to become doctors. In 20 years, 30,000 graduates are active in 105 countries. President Antonio Lopez Gutierrez explains.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Hiroshima-Grown Bok Choy of Happiness! Documents a farmer Koji Okada hoping to make Hiroshima's Akitakada renowned as a Bok Choy producing region.
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 Kawaii International
The latest beauty trend in Tokyo is more diverse than ever! Learn some unique beauty services that you probably didn't know. Also, meet a makeup artist & hairstylist, who found a new way of working.
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
This episode shows how some local businesses are trying to fight back against the coronavirus as it continues to threaten public health and the economy here in Japan.
00:40 Anime Supernova
Yoshiko Misumi creates fantastical worlds featuring handcrafted artwork and an aesthetic style that rejects animation's move towards digital. The result is like watching a moving picture book.
00:55 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
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 Today's Close-Up
With public health centers and hospitals in Tokyo struggling to contain the threat of an explosive surge in coronavirus cases, the need for citizens to act appropriately is greater than ever.
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
The Latin American School of Medicine in Cuba educates youths from poor areas to become doctors. In 20 years, 30,000 graduates are active in 105 countries. President Antonio Lopez Gutierrez explains.
02:30 J-Arena
In kendo, the sport heir to Japan's ancient art of swordsmanship, specific conditions have to be met for a strike to count as "ippon." More than simply a point scored, mind and body must move as one.
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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Hiroshima-Grown Bok Choy of Happiness! Documents a farmer Koji Okada hoping to make Hiroshima's Akitakada renowned as a Bok Choy producing region.
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
Filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk's works focus on the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic and underscore the importance of protecting their heritage. He shared his thoughts on the hopes and struggles of his people.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
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 Asia Insight
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization. Today: Reviving a Silk Road Tradition.
Sadako Ogata led the UN's refugee agency during a decade of ethnic conflict, transforming world relief efforts. Reviewing archival reports from those years, colleagues comment on her work and legacy.
06:50 JAPN SPORTSCOPE "KARATE"
This program introduces Japanese sports facilities for visitors from abroad. Our reporter visits spots which you can get to and back from Tokyo in a day. This time we show a Karate dojo in Kanagawa.
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 Today's Close-Up
With public health centers and hospitals in Tokyo struggling to contain the threat of an explosive surge in coronavirus cases, the need for citizens to act appropriately is greater than ever.
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 J-Arena
In kendo, the sport heir to Japan's ancient art of swordsmanship, specific conditions have to be met for a strike to count as "ippon." More than simply a point scored, mind and body must move as one.
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Train Cruise
The season of blossoms seen from a train in central Japan. The pristine stream provides diverse blessings and fosters the fading tradition of wooden-boat building.
10:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
11:00 The Corona Shock
The spread of the coronavirus has shattered the world economy. How severe is the damage? What are the prospects for recovery? Specialists assess the data and reports from across the globe.
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 Dining with the Chef
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Chakin Sushi (2) Sauteed Bell Peppers with Nori.
12:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-1.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Hironori Shiraishi are gaining recognition in the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
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 Today's Close-Up
With public health centers and hospitals in Tokyo struggling to contain the threat of an explosive surge in coronavirus cases, the need for citizens to act appropriately is greater than ever.
13:40 Anime Supernova
Yoshiko Misumi creates fantastical worlds featuring handcrafted artwork and an aesthetic style that rejects animation's move towards digital. The result is like watching a moving picture book.
13:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Marble Brother"...
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 GATTEN!
Eating, talking, laughing...all made possible by your jaw. But 19 million people in Japan alone have tightness in their jaw that could lead to more serious issues. We learn how to combat "tight jaw."
14:55 Easy Japanese
#47 How do you do it? / To ask how to do something, say "doo yatte," meaning "how," followed with a verb like "suru," (to do), and then "n desuka."
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Train Cruise
The season of blossoms seen from a train in central Japan. The pristine stream provides diverse blessings and fosters the fading tradition of wooden-boat building.
16:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
17:00 The Corona Shock
The spread of the coronavirus has shattered the world economy. How severe is the damage? What are the prospects for recovery? Specialists assess the data and reports from across the globe.
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 Dining with the Chef
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipes: (1) Rika's Chakin Sushi (2) Sauteed Bell Peppers with Nori.
18:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-1.
18:50 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Mt. Fuji's Faces
We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
18:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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 Today's Close-Up
With public health centers and hospitals in Tokyo struggling to contain the threat of an explosive surge in coronavirus cases, the need for citizens to act appropriately is greater than ever.
19:40 Anime Supernova
Yoshiko Misumi creates fantastical worlds featuring handcrafted artwork and an aesthetic style that rejects animation's move towards digital. The result is like watching a moving picture book.
19:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Marble Brother"...
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 GATTEN!
Eating, talking, laughing...all made possible by your jaw. But 19 million people in Japan alone have tightness in their jaw that could lead to more serious issues. We learn how to combat "tight jaw."
21:55 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?
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 Train Cruise
The season of blossoms seen from a train in central Japan. The pristine stream provides diverse blessings and fosters the fading tradition of wooden-boat building.
22:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
23:00 The Corona Shock
The spread of the coronavirus has shattered the world economy. How severe is the damage? What are the prospects for recovery? Specialists assess the data and reports from across the globe.
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 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.
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 NHK Documentary
The 2011 tsunami was among the largest in Japanese history, but it didn't correlate with the intensity of the preceding earthquake. To find out why, we investigate a little-known phenomenon.
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 GATTEN!
Eating, talking, laughing...all made possible by your jaw. But 19 million people in Japan alone have tightness in their jaw that could lead to more serious issues. We learn how to combat "tight jaw."
02:55 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?
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Train Cruise
The season of blossoms seen from a train in central Japan. The pristine stream provides diverse blessings and fosters the fading tradition of wooden-boat building.
04:55 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
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 The Corona Shock
The spread of the coronavirus has shattered the world economy. How severe is the damage? What are the prospects for recovery? Specialists assess the data and reports from across the globe.
This episode shows how some local businesses are trying to fight back against the coronavirus as it continues to threaten public health and the economy here in Japan.
06:40 Anime Supernova
Yoshiko Misumi creates fantastical worlds featuring handcrafted artwork and an aesthetic style that rejects animation's move towards digital. The result is like watching a moving picture book.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Hironori Shiraishi are gaining recognition in 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 NHK Documentary
The 2011 tsunami was among the largest in Japanese history, but it didn't correlate with the intensity of the preceding earthquake. To find out why, we investigate a little-known phenomenon.
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 GATTEN!
Eating, talking, laughing...all made possible by your jaw. But 19 million people in Japan alone have tightness in their jaw that could lead to more serious issues. We learn how to combat "tight jaw."
08:55 Easy Japanese
#47 How do you do it? / To ask how to do something, say "doo yatte," meaning "how," followed with a verb like "suru," (to do), and then "n desuka."
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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
At altitudes of more than 2,500 meters in the mountains of central Japan, a 72-year-old ornithologist works on an unprecedented breeding plan to save the area's rock ptarmigans from extinction.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Soya Hills in the north of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host takes a walk along the footpath, stretching 11 kilometers from the Cape Soya, where wildflowers are blooming.
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
Manned submersible research vessel Shinkai 6500 has been hard at work for 30 years. Join the crew on their latest voyage of discovery!
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 episode shows how some local businesses are trying to fight back against the coronavirus as it continues to threaten public health and the economy here in Japan.
12:40 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, stay-tight fasteners, nuts used in railroads, bridges, and more that don't shake loose.
12:55 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?
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
The 2011 tsunami was among the largest in Japanese history, but it didn't correlate with the intensity of the preceding earthquake. To find out why, we investigate a little-known phenomenon.
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 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.
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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
At altitudes of more than 2,500 meters in the mountains of central Japan, a 72-year-old ornithologist works on an unprecedented breeding plan to save the area's rock ptarmigans from extinction.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Soya Hills in the north of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host takes a walk along the footpath, stretching 11 kilometers from the Cape Soya, where wildflowers are blooming.
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
Manned submersible research vessel Shinkai 6500 has been hard at work for 30 years. Join the crew on their latest voyage of discovery!
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode shows how some local businesses are trying to fight back against the coronavirus as it continues to threaten public health and the economy here in Japan.
18:40 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, stay-tight fasteners, nuts used in railroads, bridges, and more that don't shake loose.
18:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
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
The 2011 tsunami was among the largest in Japanese history, but it didn't correlate with the intensity of the preceding earthquake. To find out why, we investigate a little-known phenomenon.
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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 A Treasured Creation
This first episode will feature a bamboo basket made from a special bamboo grown only in the Awa region on Shikoku. We observe as a craftsman demonstrates to transform bamboo into a masterwork.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Self-introductions and explanation of things' names using "desu." Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is Easy!"
21:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-1.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japanology Plus" which shows Japanese style back pack called "Randoseru." Some are with auto-fasteners, some with gorgeous embroidery. They are popular among foreign travelers.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
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
At altitudes of more than 2,500 meters in the mountains of central Japan, a 72-year-old ornithologist works on an unprecedented breeding plan to save the area's rock ptarmigans from extinction.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Soya Hills in the north of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host takes a walk along the footpath, stretching 11 kilometers from the Cape Soya, where wildflowers are blooming.
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
Manned submersible research vessel Shinkai 6500 has been hard at work for 30 years. Join the crew on their latest voyage of discovery!
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 Jared Diamond's Wisdom of Mankind
Facing the challenge of population aging, Dr. Diamond asks what traditional societies can teach us, observing the self-confidence of their young people and the active roles of elders in communities.
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 Direct Talk
Bunaco is a woodworking company specializing in beech. It has been attracting international attention for its craftsmanship and creative designs. President Masanao Kurata talks about his vision.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Today: Mt. Yatsugatake, the Home of Japan's National Butterfly.
06:42 Easy Japanese
#47 How do you do it? / To ask how to do something, say "doo yatte," meaning "how," followed with a verb like "suru," (to do), and then "n desuka."
06:45 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Mt. Fuji's Faces
We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japanology Plus" which shows Japanese style back pack called "Randoseru." Some are with auto-fasteners, some with gorgeous embroidery. They are popular among foreign travelers.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Hironori Shiraishi are gaining recognition in 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! This week: "MOSHIMO." It's a TV drama theme in Myanmar and a big hit there. Duetting are Ayaka Hirahara, who wrote it, and Win Morisaki, who also appears in the drama.
07:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Marble Brother"...
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: Self-introductions and explanation of things' names using "desu." Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is Easy!"
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 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.
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
09:15 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."
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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.
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
Marc creates a nostalgic lemon chicken bento and Maki introduces a colorful stuffed green bell pepper bento. Bento Trip showcases adobo, the unofficial national dish of the Philippines.
10:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Putri-san, from Indonesia, works entirely in Japanese, but finds some katakana words difficult. By receiving guidance from experts, she'll learn how to politely ask someone to repeat something.
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 Where We Call Home
In Japan, daily issues that involve women are plenty but for foreign women, they can make life hard. In Kyoto, Finland-born Nina Hakkarainen helps non-Japanese women become active members of society.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, stay-tight fasteners, nuts used in railroads, bridges, and more that don't shake loose.
12:45 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japanology Plus" which shows Japanese style back pack called "Randoseru." Some are with auto-fasteners, some with gorgeous embroidery. They are popular among foreign travelers.
12:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Hironori Shiraishi are gaining recognition in 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! This week: "MOSHIMO." It's a TV drama theme in Myanmar and a big hit there. Duetting are Ayaka Hirahara, who wrote it, and Win Morisaki, who also appears in the drama.
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 The Mark of Beauty
The spices in Japanese cuisine have the ability to boost the deliciousness of dishes to different levels. From wasabi to Japanese pepper called Sansho, tune in for the zingy world of Japanese spices.
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 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK 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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc creates a nostalgic lemon chicken bento and Maki introduces a colorful stuffed green bell pepper bento. Bento Trip showcases adobo, the unofficial national dish of the Philippines.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Putri-san, from Indonesia, works entirely in Japanese, but finds some katakana words difficult. By receiving guidance from experts, she'll learn how to politely ask someone to repeat something.
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
Tadashige Shiga is from Iwaki, a city in Fukushima Prefecture that was affected by the nuclear accident after the 3/11 disaster. He now leads a project to plant 100,000 cherry trees in his hometown.
17:30 Where We Call Home
In Japan, daily issues that involve women are plenty but for foreign women, they can make life hard. In Kyoto, Finland-born Nina Hakkarainen helps non-Japanese women become active members of society.
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 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.
18:30 The Mark of Beauty
The spices in Japanese cuisine have the ability to boost the deliciousness of dishes to different levels. From wasabi to Japanese pepper called Sansho, tune in for the zingy world of Japanese spices.
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
Koji Muraoka is CEO of a company known for a pancake mix made with grains produced on the southwestern Japanese island of Kyushu. He hopes to make the hotcakes a key part of the region's brand.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: "MOSHIMO." It's a TV drama theme in Myanmar and a big hit there. Duetting are Ayaka Hirahara, who wrote it, and Win Morisaki, who also appears in the drama.
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 Where We Call Home
In Japan, daily issues that involve women are plenty but for foreign women, they can make life hard. In Kyoto, Finland-born Nina Hakkarainen helps non-Japanese women become active members of society.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Tadashige Shiga is from Iwaki, a city in Fukushima Prefecture that was affected by the nuclear accident after the 3/11 disaster. He now leads a project to plant 100,000 cherry trees in his hometown.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
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.
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
Marc creates a nostalgic lemon chicken bento and Maki introduces a colorful stuffed green bell pepper bento. Bento Trip showcases adobo, the unofficial national dish of the Philippines.
23:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Putri-san, from Indonesia, works entirely in Japanese, but finds some katakana words difficult. By receiving guidance from experts, she'll learn how to politely ask someone to repeat something.
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
Laundry Services. Innovative, efficient and convenient. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while in Plus One we seek out a different angle on the same theme.
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
Tinnitus, a perception of sound in the ear, is a serious condition that can trigger mental illness. The key to treatment is the brain. We introduce a therapy that has proven highly effective in Japan.
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
Tadashige Shiga is from Iwaki, a city in Fukushima Prefecture that was affected by the nuclear accident after the 3/11 disaster. He now leads a project to plant 100,000 cherry trees in his hometown.
02:30 The Mark of Beauty
The spices in Japanese cuisine have the ability to boost the deliciousness of dishes to different levels. From wasabi to Japanese pepper called Sansho, tune in for the zingy world of Japanese spices.
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.
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
Koji Muraoka is CEO of a company known for a pancake mix made with grains produced on the southwestern Japanese island of Kyushu. He hopes to make the hotcakes a key part of the region's brand.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
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 Where We Call Home
In Japan, daily issues that involve women are plenty but for foreign women, they can make life hard. In Kyoto, Finland-born Nina Hakkarainen helps non-Japanese women become active members of society.
