Long after testing negative, some former coronavirus patients continue to suffer from symptoms. NHK spoke to several people who have recovered but are finding that life is still far from normal.
06:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
NOZAWANA, a leaf vegetable indigenous to Japan that's often pickled, has long provided snowed-in villages with nutrition during the winter. Learn more about the importance of this dietary staple.
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
The COVID-19 has affected Muslims in Japan. The situation coincided with Ramadan, making it tougher due to self-isolation. We link up with some of Muslims to find how they coped with the situation.
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, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
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
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the sometimes tragic and occasionally comical relationships between married couples in kabuki. Explore these dramatic tales of fidelity and romance.
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: 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?
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 We, in the Time of Corona
How do we deal with the social turmoil and anxiety created by the COVID-19 pandemic? Zen priest and garden designer Shunmyo Masuno shares his ideas on how we can build a better future for ourselves.
09:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Ayu Sweetfish, a summer delicacy with culture. Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Urban Life. COVID-19 has thrust an entirely new lifestyle on city dwellers. Uncover urban designs with Naito Hiroshi, architect behind the redevelopment of Tokyo's Shibuya neighborhood.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 RISING
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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
NOZAWANA, a leaf vegetable indigenous to Japan that's often pickled, has long provided snowed-in villages with nutrition during the winter. Learn more about the importance of this dietary staple.
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
The COVID-19 has affected Muslims in Japan. The situation coincided with Ramadan, making it tougher due to self-isolation. We link up with some of Muslims to find how they coped with the situation.
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, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
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!
We stake out in a soba noodles shop in Tokyo for delivery orders to come in. Then, we tag along for the deliveries and visit the people who ordered lunch. We end up meeting some interesting folks!
14:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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
Renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp discusses her new book, which delves into her philosophy of aging and highlights the importance of moving our bodies to maximize our potential, whatever our age.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Ayu Sweetfish, a summer delicacy with culture. Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 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
This program explores Mt. Togoku, a green habitat near the sprawling city of Nagoya. Many birds and animals find food and shelter here, including flying squirrels, varied tits, and Japanese serow.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Urban Life. COVID-19 has thrust an entirely new lifestyle on city dwellers. Uncover urban designs with Naito Hiroshi, architect behind the redevelopment of Tokyo's Shibuya neighborhood.
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
Dr. Rob Gore is fighting the pandemic and healing the community in NY. He founded KAVI, an NPO to end violence and urban trauma and to make a better future for his unborn son.
17:30 RISING
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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
This program explores Mt. Togoku, a green habitat near the sprawling city of Nagoya. Many birds and animals find food and shelter here, including flying squirrels, varied tits, and Japanese serow.
18:30 Lunch ON!
We stake out in a soba noodles shop in Tokyo for delivery orders to come in. Then, we tag along for the deliveries and visit the people who ordered lunch. We end up meeting some interesting folks!
18:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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
Renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp discusses her new book, which delves into her philosophy of aging and highlights the importance of moving our bodies to maximize our potential, whatever our age.
19:30 Culture Crossroads
The COVID-19 has affected Muslims in Japan. The situation coincided with Ramadan, making it tougher due to self-isolation. We link up with some of Muslims to find how they coped with the situation.
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, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
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 RISING
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
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
Dr. Rob Gore is fighting the pandemic and healing the community in NY. He founded KAVI, an NPO to end violence and urban trauma and to make a better future for his unborn son.
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.
22:15 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: Ayu Sweetfish, a summer delicacy with culture. Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:15 Direct Talk
Renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp discusses her new book, which delves into her philosophy of aging and highlights the importance of moving our bodies to maximize our potential, whatever our age.
23:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Urban Life. COVID-19 has thrust an entirely new lifestyle on city dwellers. Uncover urban designs with Naito Hiroshi, architect behind the redevelopment of Tokyo's Shibuya neighborhood.
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) Miso-marinated Pork Saute (2) Green Beans with Sesame Vinegar Dressing. 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
Echigo Tokimeki Railway appointed a new president, bringing exciting new ideas to the third sector company. See how the president plans to revive the railway to benefit everyone.
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
Dr. Rob Gore is fighting the pandemic and healing the community in NY. He founded KAVI, an NPO to end violence and urban trauma and to make a better future for his unborn son.
02:30 Lunch ON!
We stake out in a soba noodles shop in Tokyo for delivery orders to come in. Then, we tag along for the deliveries and visit the people who ordered lunch. We end up meeting some interesting folks!
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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: Ayu Sweetfish, a summer delicacy with culture. Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
04:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
04:40 Direct Talk
Renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp discusses her new book, which delves into her philosophy of aging and highlights the importance of moving our bodies to maximize our potential, whatever our age.
04:55 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.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 RISING
Surgeon Maki Sugimoto is transforming the medical field through the groundbreaking use of virtual reality modeling of patients' internal organs to maximize safety in the operating room.
In Akitakata in Hiroshima, East Timorese Leonel David Maia grows peanuts that are among the region's hit products. We follow him as he works to revitalize the farming industry in his town of adoption.
06:30 Journeys in Japan
Luke Bridgford veers off the beaten track to the old castle town of Tsuwano where he follows an ancient set of drawings to rediscover its past and fully experience its present.
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
Echigo Tokimeki Railway appointed a new president, bringing exciting new ideas to the third sector company. See how the president plans to revive the railway to benefit everyone.
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 stake out in a soba noodles shop in Tokyo for delivery orders to come in. Then, we tag along for the deliveries and visit the people who ordered lunch. We end up meeting some interesting folks!
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: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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: 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.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Contemporary artist Kenji Yanobe creates sculptures on the theme of "revival" His "guardian beasts" in Kyoto are a prayer for world peace. He believes art has the power to inspire a bright future.
09:30 Under the coronavirus outbreak
With the current crisis, many foreigners in Japan lose their jobs or cannot go back home. We talk with people from past episodes and provide information to help non-Japanese affected by the outbreak.
09:57 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
Set up a tent, place camping chairs, and prepare outdoor meal...at home?! Find out some unique ways to make new friends with similar interests or hobbies while staying at home.
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
We catch up with previous interviewees in the Philippines, Mongolia, and China to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their livelihoods and gauge their hopes and fears for the future.
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
Luke Bridgford veers off the beaten track to the old castle town of Tsuwano where he follows an ancient set of drawings to rediscover its past and fully experience its present.
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
Echigo Tokimeki Railway appointed a new president, bringing exciting new ideas to the third sector company. See how the president plans to revive the railway to benefit everyone.
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
Japan's long-held tradition of radio calisthenics offers a great way to stay in shape wherever you are. We examine the history, popularity and health benefits of this familiar early morning routine.
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
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
15:30 Under the coronavirus outbreak
With the current crisis, many foreigners in Japan lose their jobs or cannot go back home. We talk with people from past episodes and provide information to help non-Japanese affected by the outbreak.
15:57 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
This program introduces Cape Nekozaki in the Sea of Japan. Its rocky, wave-battered shoreline is home to knifejaws, lumpfish, and other fish feed and breed in the seaweed and eelgrass just offshore.
16:30 Kawaii International
Set up a tent, place camping chairs, and prepare outdoor meal...at home?! Find out some unique ways to make new friends with similar interests or hobbies while staying at home.
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
Jokha Alharthi, the first Man Booker International Prize winner writing in Arabic, is also the first female Omani novelist translated into English. What message does her work have for today's world?
17:30 Asia Insight
We catch up with previous interviewees in the Philippines, Mongolia, and China to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their livelihoods and gauge their hopes and fears for the future.
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
This program introduces Cape Nekozaki in the Sea of Japan. Its rocky, wave-battered shoreline is home to knifejaws, lumpfish, and other fish feed and breed in the seaweed and eelgrass just offshore.
18:30 J-Arena
Japan's long-held tradition of radio calisthenics offers a great way to stay in shape wherever you are. We examine the history, popularity and health benefits of this familiar early morning routine.
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
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Echigo Tokimeki Railway appointed a new president, bringing exciting new ideas to the third sector company. See how the president plans to revive the railway to benefit everyone.
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
We catch up with previous interviewees in the Philippines, Mongolia, and China to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their livelihoods and gauge their hopes and fears for the future.
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
Jokha Alharthi, the first Man Booker International Prize winner writing in Arabic, is also the first female Omani novelist translated into English. What message does her work have for today's world?
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.
22:15 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 Under the coronavirus outbreak
With the current crisis, many foreigners in Japan lose their jobs or cannot go back home. We talk with people from past episodes and provide information to help non-Japanese affected by the outbreak.
22:57 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
23:30 Kawaii International
Set up a tent, place camping chairs, and prepare outdoor meal...at home?! Find out some unique ways to make new friends with similar interests or hobbies while staying at home.
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 features new innovations in face masks and wearable devices that will allow users to stay cool this summer while still preventing the spread of COVID-19.
00:40 Anime Supernova
Masaki Okuda is an animator who uses metamorphosis to create a satisfying harmony of music and movement - and to demonstrate his boundless creativity.
00:55 Muscles for All! (Abs 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
For serious cases of COVID-19, high-level care such as ECMO treatment is needed, but hospitals are suffering from a manpower and resource shortage. How can we prepare for a second wave of infection?
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
Jokha Alharthi, the first Man Booker International Prize winner writing in Arabic, is also the first female Omani novelist translated into English. What message does her work have for today's world?
02:30 J-Arena
Japan's long-held tradition of radio calisthenics offers a great way to stay in shape wherever you are. We examine the history, popularity and health benefits of this familiar early morning routine.
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 Under the coronavirus outbreak
With the current crisis, many foreigners in Japan lose their jobs or cannot go back home. We talk with people from past episodes and provide information to help non-Japanese affected by the outbreak.
03:57 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
Professor Alan Dangour is pioneering a new approach at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to examine the impact of our changing diet on population health and on the planet itself.
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 Asia Insight
We catch up with previous interviewees in the Philippines, Mongolia, and China to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their livelihoods and gauge their hopes and fears for the future.
Preventing a second wave of COVID-19 means changing deep-seated habits and addressing long-standing social inequities. It's a difficult, uphill battle. How can we prepare for whatever comes next?
06:50 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Alphorn Echoes, Matterhorn, the Alps.
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
For serious cases of COVID-19, high-level care such as ECMO treatment is needed, but hospitals are suffering from a manpower and resource shortage. How can we prepare for a second wave of infection?
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
Japan's long-held tradition of radio calisthenics offers a great way to stay in shape wherever you are. We examine the history, popularity and health benefits of this familiar early morning routine.
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 Trails to Oishii Kyoto
Kyoto's cuisine is marked by an interplay between ingredients and seasonality. Discover various facets of Kyoto's culinary culture and learn why it's said to be the basis of fine Japanese cooking.
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
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
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: Aizome.
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 SAMURAI WALL
Samurai lords used to live in castles with majestic stone walls. Today only a handful of craftsmen can build walls in the traditional way. One such crafstman is working in an unusual place - the U.S.
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) Miso-marinated Pork Saute (2) Green Beans with Sesame Vinegar Dressing. 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 1-14.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Chikara Nisato are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:55 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?
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
For serious cases of COVID-19, high-level care such as ECMO treatment is needed, but hospitals are suffering from a manpower and resource shortage. How can we prepare for a second wave of infection?
13:40 Anime Supernova
Masaki Okuda is an animator who uses metamorphosis to create a satisfying harmony of music and movement - and to demonstrate his boundless creativity.
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 "It Cant't Be Done!"...
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!
We talk about the essentials of good caregiving, notably the power of eye contact, which can reduce aggression and foster communication ability among people with dementia.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
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 Trails to Oishii Kyoto
Kyoto's cuisine is marked by an interplay between ingredients and seasonality. Discover various facets of Kyoto's culinary culture and learn why it's said to be the basis of fine Japanese cooking.
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
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
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: Aizome.
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 SAMURAI WALL
Samurai lords used to live in castles with majestic stone walls. Today only a handful of craftsmen can build walls in the traditional way. One such crafstman is working in an unusual place - the U.S.
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) Miso-marinated Pork Saute (2) Green Beans with Sesame Vinegar Dressing. 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 1-14.
18:50 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?
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: Expressways.
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
For serious cases of COVID-19, high-level care such as ECMO treatment is needed, but hospitals are suffering from a manpower and resource shortage. How can we prepare for a second wave of infection?
19:40 Anime Supernova
Masaki Okuda is an animator who uses metamorphosis to create a satisfying harmony of music and movement - and to demonstrate his boundless creativity.
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 "It Cant't Be Done!"...
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 Trails to Oishii Kyoto
Kyoto's cuisine is marked by an interplay between ingredients and seasonality. Discover various facets of Kyoto's culinary culture and learn why it's said to be the basis of fine Japanese cooking.
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!
We talk about the essentials of good caregiving, notably the power of eye contact, which can reduce aggression and foster communication ability among people with dementia.
21:55 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.
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
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
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: Aizome.
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 SAMURAI WALL
Samurai lords used to live in castles with majestic stone walls. Today only a handful of craftsmen can build walls in the traditional way. One such crafstman is working in an unusual place - the U.S.
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 Symphony No.1 by Johannes Brahms
NSO's Honorary Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt took the baton. Enjoy the performance by the maestro and the orchestra who have a relationship of trust through 30 years.
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
As countries ease restrictions, global cases of COVID-19 are on the rise. We ask experts about the long-term outlook for the pandemic, and how people can prepare for the next wave.
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!
We talk about the essentials of good caregiving, notably the power of eye contact, which can reduce aggression and foster communication ability among people with dementia.
02:55 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.
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 Trails to Oishii Kyoto
Kyoto's cuisine is marked by an interplay between ingredients and seasonality. Discover various facets of Kyoto's culinary culture and learn why it's said to be the basis of fine Japanese cooking.
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
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
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: Aizome.
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 SAMURAI WALL
Samurai lords used to live in castles with majestic stone walls. Today only a handful of craftsmen can build walls in the traditional way. One such crafstman is working in an unusual place - the U.S.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode features new innovations in face masks and wearable devices that will allow users to stay cool this summer while still preventing the spread of COVID-19.
06:40 Anime Supernova
Masaki Okuda is an animator who uses metamorphosis to create a satisfying harmony of music and movement - and to demonstrate his boundless creativity.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Chikara Nisato are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 NHK Documentary
As countries ease restrictions, global cases of COVID-19 are on the rise. We ask experts about the long-term outlook for the pandemic, and how people can prepare for the next wave.
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!
We talk about the essentials of good caregiving, notably the power of eye contact, which can reduce aggression and foster communication ability among people with dementia.
08:55 Easy Japanese
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often given as gifts, high-end Japanese fruits aren't only delicious, they have the visual appeal of radiant jewels. Join us in search of fabulous fruit.
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
A tsunami-hit town's only supermarket reopened in March. The owner lost four family members in the 2011 disaster. While working to reopen the family store, he was also raising his late sister's son.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Notsuke Peninsula that stretches approximately 26 kilometers in the east of Hokkaido Prefecture. Its natural environment found here is even rare in Hokkaido.
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
Star beautician Kanzaki Megumi has countless magazine series and published books. Her mantra is that "makeup is a magic that changes lives." Discover how she uses her skills to help women transform.
11:55 Selfie Japan!
Today, our destination is Saga Pref., which faces the Ariake Sea. We will take selfies at Torii gates on the sea. Duan Wenning will try fishing blue-spotted mudskippers, and will taste Takezaki crabs.
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 features new innovations in face masks and wearable devices that will allow users to stay cool this summer while still preventing the spread of COVID-19.
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, emoji, the ideograms like smileys, hearts and food that help add fun to text messages.
12:55 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.
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
As countries ease restrictions, global cases of COVID-19 are on the rise. We ask experts about the long-term outlook for the pandemic, and how people can prepare for the next wave.
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 Symphony No.1 by Johannes Brahms
NSO's Honorary Conductor Laureate Herbert Blomstedt took the baton. Enjoy the performance by the maestro and the orchestra who have a relationship of trust through 30 years.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often given as gifts, high-end Japanese fruits aren't only delicious, they have the visual appeal of radiant jewels. Join us in search of fabulous fruit.
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
A tsunami-hit town's only supermarket reopened in March. The owner lost four family members in the 2011 disaster. While working to reopen the family store, he was also raising his late sister's son.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Notsuke Peninsula that stretches approximately 26 kilometers in the east of Hokkaido Prefecture. Its natural environment found here is even rare in Hokkaido.
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
Star beautician Kanzaki Megumi has countless magazine series and published books. Her mantra is that "makeup is a magic that changes lives." Discover how she uses her skills to help women transform.
17:55 Selfie Japan!
Today, our destination is Saga Pref., which faces the Ariake Sea. We will take selfies at Torii gates on the sea. Duan Wenning will try fishing blue-spotted mudskippers, and will taste Takezaki crabs.
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 features new innovations in face masks and wearable devices that will allow users to stay cool this summer while still preventing the spread of COVID-19.
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, emoji, the ideograms like smileys, hearts and food that help add fun to text messages.
18:55 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?
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
As countries ease restrictions, global cases of COVID-19 are on the rise. We ask experts about the long-term outlook for the pandemic, and how people can prepare for the next wave.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often given as gifts, high-end Japanese fruits aren't only delicious, they have the visual appeal of radiant jewels. Join us in search of fabulous fruit.
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 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.
21:20 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.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Give a detailed explanation of the position of an item. 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 1-14.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Core Kyoto," which shows "The love of Kyotoites for breads." Kyoto is one of the leading bread consumption areas with all images of tradition. The show reveals the reason.
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.
22:10 Hometown Stories
A tsunami-hit town's only supermarket reopened in March. The owner lost four family members in the 2011 disaster. While working to reopen the family store, he was also raising his late sister's son.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Notsuke Peninsula that stretches approximately 26 kilometers in the east of Hokkaido Prefecture. Its natural environment found here is even rare in Hokkaido.
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
Star beautician Kanzaki Megumi has countless magazine series and published books. Her mantra is that "makeup is a magic that changes lives." Discover how she uses her skills to help women transform.
23:55 Selfie Japan!
Today, our destination is Saga Pref., which faces the Ariake Sea. We will take selfies at Torii gates on the sea. Duan Wenning will try fishing blue-spotted mudskippers, and will taste Takezaki crabs.
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 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The dry season is a desperate time in the African savanna. But symbiotic relationships between plants and animals in Tanzania's Ruaha National Park have resulted in a wondrous paradise year-round.
00:55 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
