This episode focuses on how a massive increase in PCR testing will play a key role in getting Japan's economy up and running again while dealing with the ongoing threat of COVID-19.
06:30 Japanology Plus
Many Japanese have a distinctive sense of the divine. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
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
New procedures are making it easier to protect our teeth. This episode examines recent improvements to root canals, CT scans to augment X-ray images, and tooth erosion fixed with composite resins.
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 Deeper Look from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. She talks about what it will take to stop racism and police brutality with vice president of a lawyers' association, Damon Hewitt.
08:45 COVID-19: How to cope with stress
The outbreak of COVID-19 may be stressful for many people. We'll introduce exercising tips to work off stress and the secret to building your tolerance to anxiety.
08:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
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: A Bedtime Routine
On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Backstreets and Alleys.
09:25 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
09:30 Home Sweet Tokyo 3
When Bryan serves one baked potato too many for Tsuneo, the family set off for a farm to taste Japanese soul food, rice. Tsuneo's twin sister is too happy to welcome them!
09:49 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 Through The Kitchen Window
In town of Harie, kitchen using spring water had developed. Thanks to rich water resource, people have cultivated sustainable lifestyle in which used water is cleaned and circulated down into river.
10:45 NINJA TRUTH Episode 6
The ninja are believed to have carried concealed weapons and tools on their spy missions. We'll feature some relatively unknown weapons and ninja rations called hyorogan.
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
Kim Lim owns a Malaysian catering company that has refugees prepare foods from their homelands. She hopes to improve their standard of living, and deepen understanding of their plight.
11:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in 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
Many Japanese have a distinctive sense of the divine. Each time, Peter Barakan meets experts with fascinating cultural insights, while Matt Alt presents an entertaining take on the same theme.
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
New procedures are making it easier to protect our teeth. This episode examines recent improvements to root canals, CT scans to augment X-ray images, and tooth erosion fixed with composite resins.
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.
14:15 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.
14:30 KABUKI KOOL
From the colorful pleasure quarters of Gion to tense drama in a remote villa to the thrilling climax, kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the second half of "Chushingura."
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.
15:15 Direct Talk
The Harmony Project provides free music lessons to children of low-income families. Dr. Margaret Martin, the project's founder, talks about how the project has used the power of music to mentor them.
15:30 Home Sweet Tokyo 3
When Bryan serves one baked potato too many for Tsuneo, the family set off for a farm to taste Japanese soul food, rice. Tsuneo's twin sister is too happy to welcome them!
15:49 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
16:20 Four Seasons in Japan
The program features Nagura Anparu of Ishigakijima Island. This wetland is a haven for soldier crabs and fiddler crabs, and beyond lies an expanse of mangrove forest teeming with small creatures.
16:30 Through The Kitchen Window
In town of Harie, kitchen using spring water had developed. Thanks to rich water resource, people have cultivated sustainable lifestyle in which used water is cleaned and circulated down into river.
16:45 NINJA TRUTH Episode 6
The ninja are believed to have carried concealed weapons and tools on their spy missions. We'll feature some relatively unknown weapons and ninja rations called hyorogan.
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
Bangladeshi economist Muhammad Yunus won a Nobel Prize for creating a microcredit system for the poor. We speak to him about his new endeavor, "social business," that has him traveling the world.
17:30 Her Story
Kim Lim owns a Malaysian catering company that has refugees prepare foods from their homelands. She hopes to improve their standard of living, and deepen understanding of their plight.
17:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in 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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
18:20 Four Seasons in Japan
The program features Nagura Anparu of Ishigakijima Island. This wetland is a haven for soldier crabs and fiddler crabs, and beyond lies an expanse of mangrove forest teeming with small creatures.
18:30 KABUKI KOOL
From the colorful pleasure quarters of Gion to tense drama in a remote villa to the thrilling climax, kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the second half of "Chushingura."
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
The Harmony Project provides free music lessons to children of low-income families. Dr. Margaret Martin, the project's founder, talks about how the project has used the power of music to mentor them.
19:30 Science View
New procedures are making it easier to protect our teeth. This episode examines recent improvements to root canals, CT scans to augment X-ray images, and tooth erosion fixed with composite resins.
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 Her Story
Kim Lim owns a Malaysian catering company that has refugees prepare foods from their homelands. She hopes to improve their standard of living, and deepen understanding of their plight.
20:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
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
The program features Nagura Anparu of Ishigakijima Island. This wetland is a haven for soldier crabs and fiddler crabs, and beyond lies an expanse of mangrove forest teeming with small creatures.
21:40 Direct Talk
Bangladeshi economist Muhammad Yunus won a Nobel Prize for creating a microcredit system for the poor. We speak to him about his new endeavor, "social business," that has him traveling the world.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Good or Evil Soul
We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?
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.
22:15 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.
22:30 Home Sweet Tokyo 3
When Bryan serves one baked potato too many for Tsuneo, the family set off for a farm to taste Japanese soul food, rice. Tsuneo's twin sister is too happy to welcome them!
22:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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.
23:15 Direct Talk
The Harmony Project provides free music lessons to children of low-income families. Dr. Margaret Martin, the project's founder, talks about how the project has used the power of music to mentor them.
23:30 Through The Kitchen Window
In town of Harie, kitchen using spring water had developed. Thanks to rich water resource, people have cultivated sustainable lifestyle in which used water is cleaned and circulated down into river.
23:45 NINJA TRUTH Episode 6
The ninja are believed to have carried concealed weapons and tools on their spy missions. We'll feature some relatively unknown weapons and ninja rations called hyorogan.
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
In Ehime's Nanyo area, Michael Keida follows the flow of water from mountaintop to sea. 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 Culture Crossroads
We look at how the outbreak is affecting a Thai community in Saitama, as well as get advice from a doctor who treats foreign patients and from an NPO that helps Thai people claim financial support.
01:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, umami seasoning, a long-selling hit now used in 106 countries worldwide.
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
Bangladeshi economist Muhammad Yunus won a Nobel Prize for creating a microcredit system for the poor. We speak to him about his new endeavor, "social business," that has him traveling the world.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
From the colorful pleasure quarters of Gion to tense drama in a remote villa to the thrilling climax, kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the second half of "Chushingura."
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 Home Sweet Tokyo 3
When Bryan serves one baked potato too many for Tsuneo, the family set off for a farm to taste Japanese soul food, rice. Tsuneo's twin sister is too happy to welcome them!
03:49 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 Through The Kitchen Window
In town of Harie, kitchen using spring water had developed. Thanks to rich water resource, people have cultivated sustainable lifestyle in which used water is cleaned and circulated down into river.
04:30 NINJA TRUTH Episode 6
The ninja are believed to have carried concealed weapons and tools on their spy missions. We'll feature some relatively unknown weapons and ninja rations called hyorogan.
04:45 Direct Talk
The Harmony Project provides free music lessons to children of low-income families. Dr. Margaret Martin, the project's founder, talks about how the project has used the power of music to mentor them.
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
Kim Lim owns a Malaysian catering company that has refugees prepare foods from their homelands. She hopes to improve their standard of living, and deepen understanding of their plight.
05:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
Store owners in Japan's longest shopping arcade are nursing deep financial scars after the state of emergency for the coronavirus outbreak. They spoke with NHK about how they survived the crisis.
06:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Soba: Japan's iconic buckwheat used to make soba noodles. Soba long supported the lives of mountain dwellers who could not grow rice or wheat. We visit such an area and see how they prepare soba.
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 Culture Crossroads
We look at how the outbreak is affecting a Thai community in Saitama, as well as get advice from a doctor who treats foreign patients and from an NPO that helps Thai people claim financial support.
07:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, umami seasoning, a long-selling hit now used in 106 countries worldwide.
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 KABUKI KOOL
From the colorful pleasure quarters of Gion to tense drama in a remote villa to the thrilling climax, kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the second half of "Chushingura."
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: Good or Evil Soul
We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Expressways.
09:25 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
09:30 Core Kyoto
Today: New Wave Dyeing, the challenge for innovation within tradition. Kyoto continues to be pioneering 1,200 years after its foundation. 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: Adaptation. How do we, and our society, adapt to the coronavirus? Monk and garden designer Shunmyo Masuno, and design strategist Eisuke Tachikawa talk out the issues we face today.
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 Today's Close-Up
As the coronavirus has spread across Japan, so too has abuse and harassment of patients and people connected to them. NHK spoke with the victims of these attacks to see how they overcome them.
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
Soba: Japan's iconic buckwheat used to make soba noodles. Soba long supported the lives of mountain dwellers who could not grow rice or wheat. We visit such an area and see how they prepare soba.
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 Culture Crossroads
We look at how the outbreak is affecting a Thai community in Saitama, as well as get advice from a doctor who treats foreign patients and from an NPO that helps Thai people claim financial support.
13:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, umami seasoning, a long-selling hit now used in 106 countries worldwide.
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.
14:15 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.
14:30 Lunch ON!
An editor of a Japanese manga magazine for girls is always on the lookout for cute items to use for the Furoku, the gift that comes with the magazine. For lunch, she charges up with spicy curry.
14:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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.
15:15 Direct Talk
We speak with the director of "Proyecto Hombre" - an NGO providing addiction treatment, mainly for drugs, to 17,000 people per year in Spain - on the true causes and solutions for this modern disease.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Today: New Wave Dyeing, the challenge for innovation within tradition. Kyoto continues to be pioneering 1,200 years after its foundation. 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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
16:20 Four Seasons in Japan
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Adaptation. How do we, and our society, adapt to the coronavirus? Monk and garden designer Shunmyo Masuno, and design strategist Eisuke Tachikawa talk out the issues we face today.
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
Chi-chi Nwanoku is a world-famous double bassist and is founder of the Chineke! Orchestra, the first classical orchestra in Europe to be made up of majority black and minority ethnic musicians.
17:30 Today's Close-Up
As the coronavirus has spread across Japan, so too has abuse and harassment of patients and people connected to them. NHK spoke with the victims of these attacks to see how they overcome them.
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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
18:20 Four Seasons in Japan
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
18:30 Lunch ON!
An editor of a Japanese manga magazine for girls is always on the lookout for cute items to use for the Furoku, the gift that comes with the magazine. For lunch, she charges up with spicy curry.
18:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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
We speak with the director of "Proyecto Hombre" - an NGO providing addiction treatment, mainly for drugs, to 17,000 people per year in Spain - on the true causes and solutions for this modern disease.
19:30 Culture Crossroads
We look at how the outbreak is affecting a Thai community in Saitama, as well as get advice from a doctor who treats foreign patients and from an NPO that helps Thai people claim financial support.
19:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, umami seasoning, a long-selling hit now used in 106 countries worldwide.
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 Today's Close-Up
As the coronavirus has spread across Japan, so too has abuse and harassment of patients and people connected to them. NHK spoke with the victims of these attacks to see how they overcome them.
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
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
21:40 Direct Talk
Chi-chi Nwanoku is a world-famous double bassist and is founder of the Chineke! Orchestra, the first classical orchestra in Europe to be made up of majority black and minority ethnic musicians.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
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.
22:15 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.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Today: New Wave Dyeing, the challenge for innovation within tradition. Kyoto continues to be pioneering 1,200 years after its foundation. 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.
23:15 Direct Talk
We speak with the director of "Proyecto Hombre" - an NGO providing addiction treatment, mainly for drugs, to 17,000 people per year in Spain - on the true causes and solutions for this modern disease.
23:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Adaptation. How do we, and our society, adapt to the coronavirus? Monk and garden designer Shunmyo Masuno, and design strategist Eisuke Tachikawa talk out the issues we face today.
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 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Kushi-katsu (2) Fancy Rice Balls. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
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
With the Tokyo 2020's big events on the way, railway companies are preparing for an increase in overseas passengers by improving the convenience of services to and from Tokyo's airports.
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
Chi-chi Nwanoku is a world-famous double bassist and is founder of the Chineke! Orchestra, the first classical orchestra in Europe to be made up of majority black and minority ethnic musicians.
02:30 Lunch ON!
An editor of a Japanese manga magazine for girls is always on the lookout for cute items to use for the Furoku, the gift that comes with the magazine. For lunch, she charges up with spicy curry.
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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: New Wave Dyeing, the challenge for innovation within tradition. Kyoto continues to be pioneering 1,200 years after its foundation. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Adaptation. How do we, and our society, adapt to the coronavirus? Monk and garden designer Shunmyo Masuno, and design strategist Eisuke Tachikawa talk out the issues we face today.
04:45 Direct Talk
We speak with the director of "Proyecto Hombre" - an NGO providing addiction treatment, mainly for drugs, to 17,000 people per year in Spain - on the true causes and solutions for this modern disease.
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 Today's Close-Up
As the coronavirus has spread across Japan, so too has abuse and harassment of patients and people connected to them. NHK spoke with the victims of these attacks to see how they overcome them.
Japan's poverty rate is surprisingly high, with 1 in 7 children living below the threshold. This prompted Ghana-native Tony Justice to found a children's cafeteria offering free meals to kids.
06:30 Journeys in Japan
In Ehime's Nanyo area, Michael Keida follows the flow of water from mountaintop to sea. 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
With the Tokyo 2020's big events on the way, railway companies are preparing for an increase in overseas passengers by improving the convenience of services to and from Tokyo's airports.
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!
An editor of a Japanese manga magazine for girls is always on the lookout for cute items to use for the Furoku, the gift that comes with the magazine. For lunch, she charges up with spicy curry.
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: Ebikatsu Shrimp Patties.
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: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
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 Saving Pristine Shores
from Ocean Waste: We visit three coastal areas of Japan (Tsushima, Tsuruga, and Kyotango) to witness the efforts of local residents to save their shores from ocean waste.
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
Kawaii Leader Pixielocks shares how she has been spending her time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn some storage techniques from a pro to keep your room clean and neat!
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
In China, an NPO offers space for children with autism spectrum disorder to grow through music and interacting with others. Children have come out of their shells, giving hope to their parents.
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
In Ehime's Nanyo area, Michael Keida follows the flow of water from mountaintop to sea. 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
With the Tokyo 2020's big events on the way, railway companies are preparing for an increase in overseas passengers by improving the convenience of services to and from Tokyo's airports.
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.
14:15 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.
14:30 J-Arena
Showcasing kyudo, kobujutsu and kenjutsu, we explore the interconnected roles of mind, body and technique in Japanese martial arts, and find out how martial artists are training amidst the pandemic.
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.
15:15 Direct Talk
In China, most visually impaired people become masseuses or masseurs, but the blind Dong Lina became a verbal artist. She presents her thoughts on the determination needed to overcome many obstacles.
15:30 Saving Pristine Shores
from Ocean Waste: We visit three coastal areas of Japan (Tsushima, Tsuruga, and Kyotango) to witness the efforts of local residents to save their shores from ocean waste.
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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
16:20 Four Seasons in Japan
Yamagata's Tobishima Island in the Sea of Japan features flocks of birds resting their wings or raising their young while peregrine falcons hunt from the cliffs above to feed their nesting chicks.
16:30 Kawaii International
Kawaii Leader Pixielocks shares how she has been spending her time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn some storage techniques from a pro to keep your room clean and neat!
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
When the Covid-19 pandemic hit Malaysia, Rashvin Singh and his team at his social enterprise wanted to make a difference and began producing face shields to help frontliners.
17:30 Asia Insight
In China, an NPO offers space for children with autism spectrum disorder to grow through music and interacting with others. Children have come out of their shells, giving hope to their parents.
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 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
18:20 Four Seasons in Japan
Yamagata's Tobishima Island in the Sea of Japan features flocks of birds resting their wings or raising their young while peregrine falcons hunt from the cliffs above to feed their nesting chicks.
18:30 J-Arena
Showcasing kyudo, kobujutsu and kenjutsu, we explore the interconnected roles of mind, body and technique in Japanese martial arts, and find out how martial artists are training amidst the pandemic.
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
In China, most visually impaired people become masseuses or masseurs, but the blind Dong Lina became a verbal artist. She presents her thoughts on the determination needed to overcome many obstacles.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
With the Tokyo 2020's big events on the way, railway companies are preparing for an increase in overseas passengers by improving the convenience of services to and from Tokyo's airports.
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
In China, an NPO offers space for children with autism spectrum disorder to grow through music and interacting with others. Children have come out of their shells, giving hope to their parents.
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
Yamagata's Tobishima Island in the Sea of Japan features flocks of birds resting their wings or raising their young while peregrine falcons hunt from the cliffs above to feed their nesting chicks.
21:40 Direct Talk
When the Covid-19 pandemic hit Malaysia, Rashvin Singh and his team at his social enterprise wanted to make a difference and began producing face shields to help frontliners.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Spring Party
We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.
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.
22:15 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.
22:30 Saving Pristine Shores
from Ocean Waste: We visit three coastal areas of Japan (Tsushima, Tsuruga, and Kyotango) to witness the efforts of local residents to save their shores from ocean waste.
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.
23:15 Direct Talk
In China, most visually impaired people become masseuses or masseurs, but the blind Dong Lina became a verbal artist. She presents her thoughts on the determination needed to overcome many obstacles.
23:30 Kawaii International
Kawaii Leader Pixielocks shares how she has been spending her time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn some storage techniques from a pro to keep your room clean and neat!
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
Robots are rolling in to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by allowing for less direct human contact. This episode focuses how new uses for robots could spur further demand in the technology sector.
00:40 Anime Supernova
Shigeyoshi Tsukahara's anime take place in settings that recall mid-20th century Tokyo. His worlds are filled with period details and feature evocative backdrops that reflect his character's emotions.
00:55 Muscles for All! (Back muscles 3)
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
As concern grows over a possible second wave of coronavirus infections, how can we protect both our health and the economy? NHK spoke with experts on antibody testing to see how they're preparing.
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
When the Covid-19 pandemic hit Malaysia, Rashvin Singh and his team at his social enterprise wanted to make a difference and began producing face shields to help frontliners.
02:30 J-Arena
Showcasing kyudo, kobujutsu and kenjutsu, we explore the interconnected roles of mind, body and technique in Japanese martial arts, and find out how martial artists are training amidst the pandemic.
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 Saving Pristine Shores
from Ocean Waste: We visit three coastal areas of Japan (Tsushima, Tsuruga, and Kyotango) to witness the efforts of local residents to save their shores from ocean waste.
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 Kawaii International
Kawaii Leader Pixielocks shares how she has been spending her time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn some storage techniques from a pro to keep your room clean and neat!
04:45 Direct Talk
In China, most visually impaired people become masseuses or masseurs, but the blind Dong Lina became a verbal artist. She presents her thoughts on the determination needed to overcome many obstacles.
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
In China, an NPO offers space for children with autism spectrum disorder to grow through music and interacting with others. Children have come out of their shells, giving hope to their parents.
The assassination of US President John F. Kennedy is still shrouded in mystery. With the help of top experts, NHK takes a new look at the incident through reenactments and fresh theories on the case.
06:50 Four Seasons in Japan
This program takes you to the island of Tokunoshima, home to ancient species of flora and fauna found nowhere else in the world, including the Amami rabbit, crocodile newt, and poisonous habu.
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
As concern grows over a possible second wave of coronavirus infections, how can we protect both our health and the economy? NHK spoke with experts on antibody testing to see how they're preparing.
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
Showcasing kyudo, kobujutsu and kenjutsu, we explore the interconnected roles of mind, body and technique in Japanese martial arts, and find out how martial artists are training amidst the pandemic.
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 J-Flicks
This episode is dedicated to master filmmaker OBAYASHI Nobuhiko, who passed away this April. A native of Hiroshima where the nuclear bomb struck, OBAYASHI's films often feature strong anti-war themes.
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 Anime Supernova
Yosuke Tani, an animation artist with a taste for Japanese motif, is praised for his Japanese festival and Yokai monster themed creations. We look into Tani's unique Japanese fantasy world.
10:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
10:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Featuring the king of fish, maguro. Witness an auction at Toyosu Market and a famous haul at Katsuura Fishing Port. Last but not least, don't miss this program's lineup of irresistible dishes.
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 Oswaid and JFK Part2
The assassination of US President John F. Kennedy is still shrouded in mystery. With the help of top experts, NHK takes a new look at the incident through reenactments and fresh theories on the case.
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
Today's recipe: (1) Kushi-katsu (2) Fancy Rice Balls. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
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 1-12.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Marie Suzuki are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Spring Party
We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.
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
As concern grows over a possible second wave of coronavirus infections, how can we protect both our health and the economy? NHK spoke with experts on antibody testing to see how they're preparing.
13:40 Anime Supernova
Shigeyoshi Tsukahara's anime take place in settings that recall mid-20th century Tokyo. His worlds are filled with period details and feature evocative backdrops that reflect his character's emotions.
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 "How the Trick Works!"...
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 COOL JAPAN
The panelists discuss the decoration culture in Japan, with topics ranging from ornamental fixtures on traditional architecture to embellished masking tape for handy personalizing of one's belongings.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka."
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 J-Flicks
This episode is dedicated to master filmmaker OBAYASHI Nobuhiko, who passed away this April. A native of Hiroshima where the nuclear bomb struck, OBAYASHI's films often feature strong anti-war themes.
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 Anime Supernova
Yosuke Tani, an animation artist with a taste for Japanese motif, is praised for his Japanese festival and Yokai monster themed creations. We look into Tani's unique Japanese fantasy world.
16:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
16:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Featuring the king of fish, maguro. Witness an auction at Toyosu Market and a famous haul at Katsuura Fishing Port. Last but not least, don't miss this program's lineup of irresistible dishes.
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 Oswaid and JFK Part2
The assassination of US President John F. Kennedy is still shrouded in mystery. With the help of top experts, NHK takes a new look at the incident through reenactments and fresh theories on the case.
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
Today's recipe: (1) Kushi-katsu (2) Fancy Rice Balls. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
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 1-12.
18:50 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
18:55 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Water.
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
As concern grows over a possible second wave of coronavirus infections, how can we protect both our health and the economy? NHK spoke with experts on antibody testing to see how they're preparing.
19:40 Anime Supernova
Shigeyoshi Tsukahara's anime take place in settings that recall mid-20th century Tokyo. His worlds are filled with period details and feature evocative backdrops that reflect his character's emotions.
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 "How the Trick Works!"...
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 J-Flicks
This episode is dedicated to master filmmaker OBAYASHI Nobuhiko, who passed away this April. A native of Hiroshima where the nuclear bomb struck, OBAYASHI's films often feature strong anti-war themes.
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 COOL JAPAN
The panelists discuss the decoration culture in Japan, with topics ranging from ornamental fixtures on traditional architecture to embellished masking tape for handy personalizing of one's belongings.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
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 Anime Supernova
Yosuke Tani, an animation artist with a taste for Japanese motif, is praised for his Japanese festival and Yokai monster themed creations. We look into Tani's unique Japanese fantasy world.
22:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
22:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Featuring the king of fish, maguro. Witness an auction at Toyosu Market and a famous haul at Katsuura Fishing Port. Last but not least, don't miss this program's lineup of irresistible dishes.
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 Oswaid and JFK Part2
The assassination of US President John F. Kennedy is still shrouded in mystery. With the help of top experts, NHK takes a new look at the incident through reenactments and fresh theories on the case.
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 Selections from The Nutcracker
Russian maestro Vladimir Fedoseyev took the baton. He has performed with the NHK Symphony Orchestra several times, often taking up Russian music, since he led the orchestra for the first time in 2013.
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
Kazuo Hasegawa was an expert on dementia. Now, diagnosed with the disease, the doctor has become a patient. He wants to show the world what dementia really is by sharing his innermost feelings.
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 COOL JAPAN
The panelists discuss the decoration culture in Japan, with topics ranging from ornamental fixtures on traditional architecture to embellished masking tape for handy personalizing of one's belongings.
02:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
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 J-Flicks
This episode is dedicated to master filmmaker OBAYASHI Nobuhiko, who passed away this April. A native of Hiroshima where the nuclear bomb struck, OBAYASHI's films often feature strong anti-war themes.
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 Anime Supernova
Yosuke Tani, an animation artist with a taste for Japanese motif, is praised for his Japanese festival and Yokai monster themed creations. We look into Tani's unique Japanese fantasy world.
04:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
04:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Featuring the king of fish, maguro. Witness an auction at Toyosu Market and a famous haul at Katsuura Fishing Port. Last but not least, don't miss this program's lineup of irresistible dishes.
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 Oswaid and JFK Part2
The assassination of US President John F. Kennedy is still shrouded in mystery. With the help of top experts, NHK takes a new look at the incident through reenactments and fresh theories on the case.
