We meet foreigners in entertainment who fight to survive the coronavirus crisis: a geisha from Australia, an Iranian manager of a talent agency, and a US-born dancer running a dance school for kids.
06:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Since ancient times, this region has always been known to the Japanese as the Land of Plenty. We discover why on a 350km cycle ride exploring Oita, its mountains, sea and islands.
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 Dig More Japan
The north-south orientation of the Japanese archipelago has led to home designs suited to its varied climate. Join us as we dig deep to find the living wisdom built into Japanese homes.
07:20 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces Goshikigahara, an alpine plateau in the Tateyama mountains. In July, flowers bloom and birds gather. A ptarmigan raises chicks over the short summer.
07:30 Japan Railway Journal
Japan's local railways are facing hard times. See how railway companies are working with local governments and communities to ensure the survival of these important modes of transportation.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Packaging.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 23, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 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?
09:15 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
By Kouji Seo, a manga creator known for his many romantic comedies, such as Fuuka. Para badminton is roughly divided into wheelchair and standing, and this episode features wheelchair badminton.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Mino-yaki, Gifu Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
10:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Amon Miyamoto, a director also active on Broadway talks about the current status of showbiz faced with a serious crisis. We asked about the new project he started while the stay-at-home period.
10:30 Kawaii International
Brighten up your time at home by adding some kawaii twists to your dining table! Stay home and stay kawaii with tips and tricks from a professional table coordinator.
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 Dig More Japan
Quick, cheap, delicious! Fast food can be a big help for your schedule and your wallet. Today we dig deep into the world of original Japanese fast food as seen on NHK World Japan.
11:20 JAPN SPORTSCOPE "KARATE"
This program introduces Japanese sports facilities for visitors from abroad. Our reporter visits spots which you can get to and back from Tokyo in a day. This time we show a Karate dojo in Kanagawa.
11:30 Asia Insight
North Borneo's city of Kota Kinabalu is home to slums filled with the stateless residents lacking citizenship. With isolation imposed during the coronavirus, their modest lives grow even harder.
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 Dig More Japan
In Japan, various types of pottery have been developed that are rooted in the lifestyle and culture of each region. Today, let's take a deeper look at how to enjoy pottery from NHK World's TV shows.
12:20 Four Seasons in Japan
In this program we explore the offshore waters of Nishiizu, where the deep waters of Suruga Bay mix with the Kuroshiro Current to create a rich habitat for many fascinating sea creatures.
12:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Since ancient times, this region has always been known to the Japanese as the Land of Plenty. We discover why on a 350km cycle ride exploring Oita, its mountains, sea and islands.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Japan's local railways are facing hard times. See how railway companies are working with local governments and communities to ensure the survival of these important modes of transportation.
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 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Mino-yaki, Gifu Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
14:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Amon Miyamoto, a director also active on Broadway talks about the current status of showbiz faced with a serious crisis. We asked about the new project he started while the stay-at-home period.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 23, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Dig More Japan
Quick, cheap, delicious! Fast food can be a big help for your schedule and your wallet. Today we dig deep into the world of original Japanese fast food as seen on NHK World Japan.
15:20 JAPN SPORTSCOPE "KARATE"
This program introduces Japanese sports facilities for visitors from abroad. Our reporter visits spots which you can get to and back from Tokyo in a day. This time we show a Karate dojo in Kanagawa.
15:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 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.
16:15 Dig More Japan
In Japan, various types of pottery have been developed that are rooted in the lifestyle and culture of each region. Today, let's take a deeper look at how to enjoy pottery from NHK World's TV shows.
16:30 Kawaii International
Brighten up your time at home by adding some kawaii twists to your dining table! Stay home and stay kawaii with tips and tricks from a professional table coordinator.
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 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Guillaume Gomez, Head Chef at the Elysee Palace, French presidential residence delivered meals to medical staff together with other chefs who had to close their restaurants during lockdown.
17:30 Asia Insight
North Borneo's city of Kota Kinabalu is home to slums filled with the stateless residents lacking citizenship. With isolation imposed during the coronavirus, their modest lives grow even harder.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 23, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 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.
19:15 Direct Talk
Lee So-hyun, the founder of a company supporting people with autism, looks forward to a time when individuals with autism are accepted, feel comfortable, and can fully play their part in society.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Japan's local railways are facing hard times. See how railway companies are working with local governments and communities to ensure the survival of these important modes of transportation.
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
North Borneo's city of Kota Kinabalu is home to slums filled with the stateless residents lacking citizenship. With isolation imposed during the coronavirus, their modest lives grow even harder.
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.
21:30 Four Seasons in Japan
This program explores the Tagori River mouth where mudskippers, crabs, egrets, and other creatures live and feed on the tidal mudflats as well as in the surrounding forest and reeds.
21:40 Direct Talk
Guillaume Gomez, Head Chef at the Elysee Palace, French presidential residence delivered meals to medical staff together with other chefs who had to close their restaurants during lockdown.
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.
22:10 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Mino-yaki, Gifu Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
22:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Amon Miyamoto, a director also active on Broadway talks about the current status of showbiz faced with a serious crisis. We asked about the new project he started while the stay-at-home period.
22:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 Dig More Japan
Quick, cheap, delicious! Fast food can be a big help for your schedule and your wallet. Today we dig deep into the world of original Japanese fast food as seen on NHK World Japan.
23:20 JAPN SPORTSCOPE "KARATE"
This program introduces Japanese sports facilities for visitors from abroad. Our reporter visits spots which you can get to and back from Tokyo in a day. This time we show a Karate dojo in Kanagawa.
23:30 Kawaii International
Brighten up your time at home by adding some kawaii twists to your dining table! Stay home and stay kawaii with tips and tricks from a professional table coordinator.
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 RISING
Amid the boom in wearable tech, one Japanese firm is making waves with silver metalized textiles and IoT garments that gather wearers' biometric data, with applications in sport, healthcare and more.
00:40 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Kutani-yaki, Ishikawa Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
00:55 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 2)
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.
01:10 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
01:30 Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Guillaume Gomez, Head Chef at the Elysee Palace, French presidential residence delivered meals to medical staff together with other chefs who had to close their restaurants during lockdown.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 24, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Mino-yaki, Gifu Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
03:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Amon Miyamoto, a director also active on Broadway talks about the current status of showbiz faced with a serious crisis. We asked about the new project he started while the stay-at-home period.
03:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 Kawaii International
Brighten up your time at home by adding some kawaii twists to your dining table! Stay home and stay kawaii with tips and tricks from a professional table coordinator.
04:40 Direct Talk
Lee So-hyun, the founder of a company supporting people with autism, looks forward to a time when individuals with autism are accepted, feel comfortable, and can fully play their part in society.
04:55 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.
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 Dig More Japan
Quick, cheap, delicious! Fast food can be a big help for your schedule and your wallet. Today we dig deep into the world of original Japanese fast food as seen on NHK World Japan.
05:20 JAPN SPORTSCOPE "KARATE"
This program introduces Japanese sports facilities for visitors from abroad. Our reporter visits spots which you can get to and back from Tokyo in a day. This time we show a Karate dojo in Kanagawa.
05:30 Asia Insight
North Borneo's city of Kota Kinabalu is home to slums filled with the stateless residents lacking citizenship. With isolation imposed during the coronavirus, their modest lives grow even harder.
In a Nepalese village known for migration to Japan, one girl finds herself struck between two countries when her parents ask her to join them overseas. A tear-eyed tale of struggle and family awaits.
06:50 Fresh Eyes on Japan
Model Maya Kazi introduces Kanda Jimbocho, a town of old books and curry, and seeks her roots to the Japanese and Bangladeshi culture as she visits the many stores of this double-sided town.
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 Dig More Japan
In Japan, various types of pottery have been developed that are rooted in the lifestyle and culture of each region. Today, let's take a deeper look at how to enjoy pottery from NHK World's TV shows.
07:20 Four Seasons in Japan
In this program we explore the offshore waters of Nishiizu, where the deep waters of Suruga Bay mix with the Kuroshiro Current to create a rich habitat for many fascinating sea creatures.
07:30 Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 24, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. Get in the Ring! traces the full, ten-year history of a non-profit pro wrestling organization.
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
AC-bu's impactful animation is created by team members Adachi and Itakura, who are known to complete all projects together. We look into this unique style that leaves a vivid impression with viewers.
10:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Bird watchers everywhere flock to Cuba to see the world's smallest flier, the Bee hummingbird. It also builds the smallest nest and lays eggs the size of coffee beans. But don't let its size fool you!
10:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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 Spirit of Japan's Constitution
Official archives have revealed how legal advocates shaped Japan's 1946 Constitution. Historic recreations tell the epic story behind the pacifism of Article 9 and postwar legal and social rights.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Dining with the Chef
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipes: (1) Soba Noodles with Soboro (2) Octopus and Zucchini Salad with Ume Dressing
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 1-17.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Makoto Fukui 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: 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
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
13:40 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Kutani-yaki, Ishikawa Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
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 "Do your best! No.153 March"
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 Four Seasons in Japan
This program features Taishakukyo Gorge, a canyon deep in the mountains of Hiroshima Prefecture. This gorge is a rich habitat for many species including giant salamanders, land snails and fireflies.
14:20 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.
14:25 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 24, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. Get in the Ring! traces the full, ten-year history of a non-profit pro wrestling organization.
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
AC-bu's impactful animation is created by team members Adachi and Itakura, who are known to complete all projects together. We look into this unique style that leaves a vivid impression with viewers.
16:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Bird watchers everywhere flock to Cuba to see the world's smallest flier, the Bee hummingbird. It also builds the smallest nest and lays eggs the size of coffee beans. But don't let its size fool you!
16:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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 Spirit of Japan's Constitution
Official archives have revealed how legal advocates shaped Japan's 1946 Constitution. Historic recreations tell the epic story behind the pacifism of Article 9 and postwar legal and social rights.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
This program features Taishakukyo Gorge, a canyon deep in the mountains of Hiroshima Prefecture. This gorge is a rich habitat for many species including giant salamanders, land snails and fireflies.
18:20 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.
18:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 24, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
19:40 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Kutani-yaki, Ishikawa Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
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 "Do your best! No.153 March"
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. Get in the Ring! traces the full, ten-year history of a non-profit pro wrestling organization.
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 explore and discuss how wearing glasses for fashion has become a trend in Japan, and learn about the craftsmanship that makes Japan-made high-quality glasses increasingly popular abroad.
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
AC-bu's impactful animation is created by team members Adachi and Itakura, who are known to complete all projects together. We look into this unique style that leaves a vivid impression with viewers.
22:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Bird watchers everywhere flock to Cuba to see the world's smallest flier, the Bee hummingbird. It also builds the smallest nest and lays eggs the size of coffee beans. But don't let its size fool you!
22:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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 Spirit of Japan's Constitution
Official archives have revealed how legal advocates shaped Japan's 1946 Constitution. Historic recreations tell the epic story behind the pacifism of Article 9 and postwar legal and social rights.
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 Somewhere Street
Located in the foothills of Japan's Northern Alps, Hida Takayama is known as Hida's "Little Kyoto." This episode explores the city meeting residents who honor its traditions and distinctive culture.
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
3 months on the front lines of the medical battle against coronavirus. Inside ICUs and isolation wards, cameras follow doctors, patients, and families straddling the border between life and death.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
This program features Taishakukyo Gorge, a canyon deep in the mountains of Hiroshima Prefecture. This gorge is a rich habitat for many species including giant salamanders, land snails and fireflies.
02:20 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?
02:25 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.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 25, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. Get in the Ring! traces the full, ten-year history of a non-profit pro wrestling organization.
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
AC-bu's impactful animation is created by team members Adachi and Itakura, who are known to complete all projects together. We look into this unique style that leaves a vivid impression with viewers.
04:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Bird watchers everywhere flock to Cuba to see the world's smallest flier, the Bee hummingbird. It also builds the smallest nest and lays eggs the size of coffee beans. But don't let its size fool you!
04:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:10 The Spirit of Japan's Constitution
Official archives have revealed how legal advocates shaped Japan's 1946 Constitution. Historic recreations tell the epic story behind the pacifism of Article 9 and postwar legal and social rights.
NHK WORLD-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 RISING
Amid the boom in wearable tech, one Japanese firm is making waves with silver metalized textiles and IoT garments that gather wearers' biometric data, with applications in sport, healthcare and more.
06:40 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Kutani-yaki, Ishikawa Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Makoto Fukui 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
3 months on the front lines of the medical battle against coronavirus. Inside ICUs and isolation wards, cameras follow doctors, patients, and families straddling the border between life and death.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
This program features Taishakukyo Gorge, a canyon deep in the mountains of Hiroshima Prefecture. This gorge is a rich habitat for many species including giant salamanders, land snails and fireflies.
08:20 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.
08:25 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 25, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. This is the DAIKO Spirit is about a technical high school's annual sports day of great tradition and pride.
09:51 We, in the Time of Corona
Eddie Jones has been serving as the head coach of many national rugby teams. He speaks about the situation in April while he stayed in Tokyo, and how he sees the future of rugby after recovery.
09:56 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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 Spiritual Explorers Obon
For 3 days during the summer, the Japanese celebrate the Obon Festival. It is a time when the ancestors' spirits return from the other side, to spend time with the living.To discover about the spirit.
10:35 Paprika
The program airs the dance music video of "Paprika," performed by Foorin team E. They will support the dreams of everyone in the world through this song!
10:40 Core Kyoto mini
Fabric pieces, honoring the past. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Face to Face
Our guest is Hirofumi Seo, a medical doctor and CG designer. He draws on his two fields to create works that help doctors improve their diagnostic and technical skills, as well as surgery planning.
11:40 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.
11:50 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: Tofu Steak with Mushroom Sauce.
11:55 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: Fireworks.
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 RISING
Amid the boom in wearable tech, one Japanese firm is making waves with silver metalized textiles and IoT garments that gather wearers' biometric data, with applications in sport, healthcare and more.
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, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
12:55 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?
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
3 months on the front lines of the medical battle against coronavirus. Inside ICUs and isolation wards, cameras follow doctors, patients, and families straddling the border between life and death.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
14:25 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.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 25, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. This is the DAIKO Spirit is about a technical high school's annual sports day of great tradition and pride.
15:51 We, in the Time of Corona
Eddie Jones has been serving as the head coach of many national rugby teams. He speaks about the situation in April while he stayed in Tokyo, and how he sees the future of rugby after recovery.
15:56 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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 Spiritual Explorers Obon
For 3 days during the summer, the Japanese celebrate the Obon Festival. It is a time when the ancestors' spirits return from the other side, to spend time with the living.To discover about the spirit.
16:35 Paprika
The program airs the dance music video of "Paprika," performed by Foorin team E. They will support the dreams of everyone in the world through this song!
16:40 Core Kyoto mini
Fabric pieces, honoring the past. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 Face to Face
Our guest is Hirofumi Seo, a medical doctor and CG designer. He draws on his two fields to create works that help doctors improve their diagnostic and technical skills, as well as surgery planning.
17:40 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.
17:50 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: Tofu Steak with Mushroom Sauce.
17:55 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: Fireworks.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO July Tournament Day 8 action live from the Kokugikan in Tokyo, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest on July 26.
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
3 months on the front lines of the medical battle against coronavirus. Inside ICUs and isolation wards, cameras follow doctors, patients, and families straddling the border between life and death.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases excellent programs produced by commercial broadcasters. This is the DAIKO Spirit is about a technical high school's annual sports day of great tradition and pride.
20:51 We, in the Time of Corona
Eddie Jones has been serving as the head coach of many national rugby teams. He speaks about the situation in April while he stayed in Tokyo, and how he sees the future of rugby after recovery.
20:56 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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 Close to ART
The Taro Okamoto Museum of Art closed for 2 months due to COVID-19, but following Okamoto's words that art is "essential to human life," it found new methods to convey the unique power in his works.
21:25 Japan-easy
Today: Talk about something you want to do. 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 1-17.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Spiritual Explorers." It tells the meaning of Japanese phrase "Itadakimasu" which is used at the beginning of every meal in Japan and express the thankfullness for life.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Riverside Sawmill
Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.
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 Spiritual Explorers Obon
For 3 days during the summer, the Japanese celebrate the Obon Festival. It is a time when the ancestors' spirits return from the other side, to spend time with the living.To discover about the spirit.
22:35 Paprika
The program airs the dance music video of "Paprika," performed by Foorin team E. They will support the dreams of everyone in the world through this song!
22:40 Core Kyoto mini
Fabric pieces, honoring the past. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi Plain in eastern Hokkaido is one of the largest dry field farming lands in Japan and is covered in snow during the wintertime. Our program host tries dog sledding for the first time.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Face to Face
Our guest is Hirofumi Seo, a medical doctor and CG designer. He draws on his two fields to create works that help doctors improve their diagnostic and technical skills, as well as surgery planning.
23:40 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.
23:50 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: Tofu Steak with Mushroom Sauce.
23:55 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: Fireworks.
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
It's not all monkey business in the villages of Zanzibar Island. The local red colobuses have serious health issues. But they've adapted quite well with an unappetizing addition to their daily diet.
00:55 Core Kyoto mini
Nishijin-ori, beauty synthesized in a Kyoto brocade. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
NHK WORLD-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 JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
06:25 Inspiring Landscapes
Mt. Daisen in Tottori Prefecture. The highest peak in the Chugoku region of central Honshu Island. Covering the foot of the mountain is Western Japan's greatest forest of Japanese Beech.
06:42 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
06:45 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?
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Spiritual Explorers." It tells the meaning of Japanese phrase "Itadakimasu" which is used at the beginning of every meal in Japan and express the thankfullness for life.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Makoto Fukui 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 SONGS OF TOKYO #2
Little Glee Monster. Known especially for a-cappella performances, in SONGS OF TOKYO, the Group shares what drives their passion for music, and show that passion through exclusive performances.
07:45 Japan-easy
Today: Talk about something you want to do. Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
08:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kagai, Kyoto's entertainment district where elegant dreams bloom. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
08:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Riverside Sawmill
Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.
09:15 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
A project that conveys the charm of the Para Sports with anime. Satoru Hiura portrays the fun of Boccia that can be played by a diversity of people. The title music is written by Mao Abe.
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
Dr. Rob Gore is fighting the pandemic and healing the community in NY. He shares his thoughts on this agony of modern times.
09:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a bento featuring fried cod and vegetables. Maki shows off bento she's made using the versatile 3S sauce. Bento Trip heads to Ueno and features an inarizushi bento with a 160-year history.
10:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 Where We Call Home
From an organizer of countryside tours in Oita to a caterer in Hokkaido and the proprietor of an inn in Nagano, we follow the struggles of foreigners in Japan's tourism industry under the pandemic.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
12:45 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 2)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Spiritual Explorers." It tells the meaning of Japanese phrase "Itadakimasu" which is used at the beginning of every meal in Japan and express the thankfullness for life.
12:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Makoto Fukui are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #2
Little Glee Monster. Known especially for a-cappella performances, in SONGS OF TOKYO, the Group shares what drives their passion for music, and show that passion through exclusive performances.
14:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
15:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a bento featuring fried cod and vegetables. Maki shows off bento she's made using the versatile 3S sauce. Bento Trip heads to Ueno and features an inarizushi bento with a 160-year history.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.
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
Ishii Katsuyuki heads a manufacturer of custom sports wheelchairs used by top athletes competing in the Paralympic Games. He talks about design, craftsmanship, and the secret to the company's success.
17:30 Where We Call Home
From an organizer of countryside tours in Oita to a caterer in Hokkaido and the proprietor of an inn in Nagano, we follow the struggles of foreigners in Japan's tourism industry under the pandemic.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 26, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Fumio Usui is a pioneering prosthetist and orthotist in Japan. He designs prosthetic limbs that fulfill the needs of a wide range of different people, from athletes to expectant mothers.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #2
Little Glee Monster. Known especially for a-cappella performances, in SONGS OF TOKYO, the Group shares what drives their passion for music, and show that passion through exclusive performances.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Where We Call Home
From an organizer of countryside tours in Oita to a caterer in Hokkaido and the proprietor of an inn in Nagano, we follow the struggles of foreigners in Japan's tourism industry under the pandemic.
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
Ishii Katsuyuki heads a manufacturer of custom sports wheelchairs used by top athletes competing in the Paralympic Games. He talks about design, craftsmanship, and the secret to the company's success.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a bento featuring fried cod and vegetables. Maki shows off bento she's made using the versatile 3S sauce. Bento Trip heads to Ueno and features an inarizushi bento with a 160-year history.
23:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Japanology Plus
Ondrej Hybl: A Kyogen performer from the Czech Republic. In a Japanophiles interview with Peter Barakan, Hybl explains why he fell in love with Kyogen - traditional Japanese comedic theater.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
Premature menopause makes it virtually impossible for women to get pregnant with their own eggs. But a new treatment developed by a Japanese doctor and his team is helping to make that a reality.
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
Ishii Katsuyuki heads a manufacturer of custom sports wheelchairs used by top athletes competing in the Paralympic Games. He talks about design, craftsmanship, and the secret to the company's success.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 27, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
04:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
04:40 Direct Talk
Fumio Usui is a pioneering prosthetist and orthotist in Japan. He designs prosthetic limbs that fulfill the needs of a wide range of different people, from athletes to expectant mothers.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 Where We Call Home
From an organizer of countryside tours in Oita to a caterer in Hokkaido and the proprietor of an inn in Nagano, we follow the struggles of foreigners in Japan's tourism industry under the pandemic.
