Richard Strauss, Ein Heldenleben sym.poem op.40 Performed by NHK Symphony Orchestra. Conductor: Paavo Jarvi
06:50 Fresh Eyes on Japan
Russian reporter Anastasia Monakova found a similarity between the Japanese story of a faithful dog "Hachi" and a story in Russia. She visits Odate in Akita, the hometown of Hachi and meets a breeder.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
From minerals found in eggshells to cotton extracted from second-hand clothing, this special edition shows how advances in recycling technology will help lead to a more circular society.
07:25 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: Miso.
07:30 SAMURAI WHEELS 2020 SPECIAL
Despite the setback caused by the global pandemic, Japan's auto industry is moving forward. Tune in for a look at the latest lineup of cars and see what lies ahead on the road to the future.
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 Review
NHK WORLD-JAPAN looks back at an unprecedented year of Grand Sumo in 2020 and ahead to 2021. The show also reports on the yearend competition of amateur sumo wrestlers aiming to make their pro debuts.
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 Barakan Discovers Tokyo
Veteran broadcaster Peter Barakan discovers how Tokyo is changing, featuring beautiful time-lapse images. Peter visits lesser-known corners of the city, to reveal its hidden charms.
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
Yashiro began creating stop-motion films at 43 while working as a CM director. The nature-loving Akita-born creator currently lives in Karuizawa, also working with art, puppet-modeling, and more.
10:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
School starts early for the hyena: just a few weeks after birth! It's introduced to a strict social system ensuring peace within the clan. The fact that males hardly register is no laughing matter!
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 75 YEARS ON: THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA
UNTOLD STORIES OF THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA: Women and Teens on the Frontline. 75 years after the battle that claimed the lives of over 120,000 locals, recently discovered documents reveal untold stories.
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
In this second episode, we learn about Nagano's local specialties, as discovered by a chef who moved from Tokyo.
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 2-16.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Yasuhiro Nishikawa 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 SAMURAI WHEELS 2020 SPECIAL
Despite the setback caused by the global pandemic, Japan's auto industry is moving forward. Tune in for a look at the latest lineup of cars and see what lies ahead on the road to the future.
13:40 The Signs
Japan is now promoting local production of renewable energy for local consumption. EVs are now playing a key role in this new challenge, not only as vehicles but also as storage batteries.
13:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Pythagora Equipment Academy"...
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists explore how historical plays continue to entertain audiences of all ages in Japan, and how regional communities strive to promote their ties with historical heroes portrayed in TV drama.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#37 The TV won't turn on... / To explain that you are having a problem with something, say the name of something, then the particle "ga," and the verb in the negative form followed by "n desu ga."
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 Barakan Discovers Tokyo
Veteran broadcaster Peter Barakan discovers how Tokyo is changing, featuring beautiful time-lapse images. Peter visits lesser-known corners of the city, to reveal its hidden charms.
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
Yashiro began creating stop-motion films at 43 while working as a CM director. The nature-loving Akita-born creator currently lives in Karuizawa, also working with art, puppet-modeling, and more.
16:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
School starts early for the hyena: just a few weeks after birth! It's introduced to a strict social system ensuring peace within the clan. The fact that males hardly register is no laughing matter!
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 75 YEARS ON: THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA
UNTOLD STORIES OF THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA: Women and Teens on the Frontline. 75 years after the battle that claimed the lives of over 120,000 locals, recently discovered documents reveal untold stories.
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
In this second episode, we learn about Nagano's local specialties, as discovered by a chef who moved from Tokyo.
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 2-16.
18:50 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
18:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
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 SAMURAI WHEELS 2020 SPECIAL
Despite the setback caused by the global pandemic, Japan's auto industry is moving forward. Tune in for a look at the latest lineup of cars and see what lies ahead on the road to the future.
19:40 The Signs
Japan is now promoting local production of renewable energy for local consumption. EVs are now playing a key role in this new challenge, not only as vehicles but also as storage batteries.
19:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Pythagora Equipment Academy"...
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 Barakan Discovers Tokyo
Veteran broadcaster Peter Barakan discovers how Tokyo is changing, featuring beautiful time-lapse images. Peter visits lesser-known corners of the city, to reveal its hidden charms.
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 how historical plays continue to entertain audiences of all ages in Japan, and how regional communities strive to promote their ties with historical heroes portrayed in TV drama.
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
Yashiro began creating stop-motion films at 43 while working as a CM director. The nature-loving Akita-born creator currently lives in Karuizawa, also working with art, puppet-modeling, and more.
22:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
School starts early for the hyena: just a few weeks after birth! It's introduced to a strict social system ensuring peace within the clan. The fact that males hardly register is no laughing matter!
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 75 YEARS ON: THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA
UNTOLD STORIES OF THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA: Women and Teens on the Frontline. 75 years after the battle that claimed the lives of over 120,000 locals, recently discovered documents reveal untold stories.
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
San Marino is the capital of the Republic of San Marino and the oldest surviving republic in the world, lying in the middle of the Italian peninsula. Let's take a stroll in San Marino streets!
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
Social media exposes us to a flood of disinformation in areas ranging from politics to pornography. How can we tell fact from fiction? Can we stem the tide of fake news? Or is it already too late?
01:55 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.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists explore how historical plays continue to entertain audiences of all ages in Japan, and how regional communities strive to promote their ties with historical heroes portrayed in TV drama.
02:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 Barakan Discovers Tokyo
Veteran broadcaster Peter Barakan discovers how Tokyo is changing, featuring beautiful time-lapse images. Peter visits lesser-known corners of the city, to reveal its hidden charms.
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
Yashiro began creating stop-motion films at 43 while working as a CM director. The nature-loving Akita-born creator currently lives in Karuizawa, also working with art, puppet-modeling, and more.
04:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
School starts early for the hyena: just a few weeks after birth! It's introduced to a strict social system ensuring peace within the clan. The fact that males hardly register is no laughing matter!
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 75 YEARS ON: THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA
UNTOLD STORIES OF THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA: Women and Teens on the Frontline. 75 years after the battle that claimed the lives of over 120,000 locals, recently discovered documents reveal untold stories.
NHK WORLD-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
Follow Tatsuya Sumitomo, founder of a mobile supermarket service with some 300 trucks bringing food, clothing and other daily necessities to some 40,000 elderly "shopping deprived" across Japan.
06:40 The Signs
Japan is now promoting local production of renewable energy for local consumption. EVs are now playing a key role in this new challenge, not only as vehicles but also as storage batteries.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Yasuhiro Nishikawa 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
Social media exposes us to a flood of disinformation in areas ranging from politics to pornography. How can we tell fact from fiction? Can we stem the tide of fake news? Or is it already too late?
07:55 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.
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 COOL JAPAN
The panelists explore how historical plays continue to entertain audiences of all ages in Japan, and how regional communities strive to promote their ties with historical heroes portrayed in TV drama.
08:55 Easy Japanese
#37 The TV won't turn on... / To explain that you are having a problem with something, say the name of something, then the particle "ga," and the verb in the negative form followed by "n desu ga."
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 Geiko SATSUKI
We follow Satsuki, a traditional entertainer called a geiko in Kyoto to learn about her art of hospitality, dance and communication.
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 Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
10:35 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.
10:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Kiritappu in the eastern part of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host explores the vast wetland, and observes a variety of wildlife as well as plants during winter.
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
The traditional storytelling art of kodan is enjoying a spectacular revival thanks to rising star Kanda Hakuzan. Tickets to his performances sell out in no time. He shares with us his love of kodan.
11:40 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
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: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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: Origami.
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
Follow Tatsuya Sumitomo, founder of a mobile supermarket service with some 300 trucks bringing food, clothing and other daily necessities to some 40,000 elderly "shopping deprived" across Japan.
12:40 JAPANGLE
"JAPANGLE" is a series of educational entertainment programs that puts a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is School.
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
Social media exposes us to a flood of disinformation in areas ranging from politics to pornography. How can we tell fact from fiction? Can we stem the tide of fake news? Or is it already too late?
13:55 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.
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 Somewhere Street
San Marino is the capital of the Republic of San Marino and the oldest surviving republic in the world, lying in the middle of the Italian peninsula. Let's take a stroll in San Marino streets!
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 Geiko SATSUKI
We follow Satsuki, a traditional entertainer called a geiko in Kyoto to learn about her art of hospitality, dance and communication.
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 Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
16:35 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.
16:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Kiritappu in the eastern part of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host explores the vast wetland, and observes a variety of wildlife as well as plants during winter.
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
The traditional storytelling art of kodan is enjoying a spectacular revival thanks to rising star Kanda Hakuzan. Tickets to his performances sell out in no time. He shares with us his love of kodan.
17:40 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
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: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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: Origami.
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 RISING
Follow Tatsuya Sumitomo, founder of a mobile supermarket service with some 300 trucks bringing food, clothing and other daily necessities to some 40,000 elderly "shopping deprived" across Japan.
18:40 JAPANGLE
"JAPANGLE" is a series of educational entertainment programs that puts a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is School.
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
Social media exposes us to a flood of disinformation in areas ranging from politics to pornography. How can we tell fact from fiction? Can we stem the tide of fake news? Or is it already too late?
19:55 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.
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 Geiko SATSUKI
We follow Satsuki, a traditional entertainer called a geiko in Kyoto to learn about her art of hospitality, dance and communication.
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 Starting Over
In a normal year, Haneda Airport is one of the world's busiest airports, but COVID-19 has decimated its sales. We follow those who continue to work to restore it to its former glory.
21:25 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "May I sit down?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "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 2-16.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japan Railway Journal." The show reveals the attractive points of "Next Generation Shinkan-sen." The train has advanced facilities and state-of-the-art technologies.
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 Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
22:35 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.
22:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is Kiritappu in the eastern part of Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host explores the vast wetland, and observes a variety of wildlife as well as plants during winter.
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
The traditional storytelling art of kodan is enjoying a spectacular revival thanks to rising star Kanda Hakuzan. Tickets to his performances sell out in no time. He shares with us his love of kodan.
23:40 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
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: Deep-fried Salty-sweet Taro.
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: Origami.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
00:30 Core Kyoto
The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core. Today: Legends of the spirit world that the mysterious inspires awe in the townsfolk.
NHK WORLD-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 JAPANGLE
"JAPANGLE" is a series of educational entertainment programs that puts a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is School.
06:30 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Sapporo in winter. Unknown nature that has survived urbanization.
06:47 Easy Japanese
#37 The TV won't turn on... / To explain that you are having a problem with something, say the name of something, then the particle "ga," and the verb in the negative form followed by "n desu ga."
06:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japan Railway Journal." The show reveals the attractive points of "Next Generation Shinkan-sen." The train has advanced facilities and state-of-the-art technologies.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Yasuhiro Nishikawa 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 #16 Ozaki Hiroya
Ozaki Hiroya, his father is the late Ozaki Yutaka, a legendary singer and his hits are still popular across Asia.Ozaki Hiroya is carrying on his father's legacy by exploring new music styles.
07:40 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Pythagora Equipment Academy"...
07:45 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "May I sit down?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "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 Somewhere Street
San Marino is the capital of the Republic of San Marino and the oldest surviving republic in the world, lying in the middle of the Italian peninsula. Let's take a stroll in San Marino streets!
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 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
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. Today: Mount Tsukuba; The Mysterious Twin Peaks.
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 Direct Talk
Yukari Suzuki has been working for reconciliation between the Dutch, Japanese and Indonesian. How can people transcend division through dialogue?
10:25 Muscles for All! (Abs 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!
10:30 BENTO EXPO
From Marc, a Teriyaki Hamburg bento, and from Maki, Chirashi-zushi. Bento Topics features two Balinese favorites: spicy pork satay, and a dish called babi guling that features a spit-roasted pig.
10:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: asking others for favors. Warni Letty Yuhara, from Indonesia, works at a farm in Ibaraki Prefecture. She struggles with others to stay late. To improve, she tackles a roleplay challenge.
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 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.
11:20 JAPAN SPORTSCOPE
The show introduces sporting spots in and around Tokyo where foreign travelers can easily visit during their stay. This time we present a bouldering gym at Akihabara, just 5 minutes from the station.
11:30 Where We Call Home
Join Mexican-born Saul Garcia Torres on his journey toward becoming a master of traditional Japanese sweets as he trains under his father in law, the 7th generation owner of a storied Kumamoto shop.
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 SPECIAL EDITION
Japan is facing a major lack of farmers. This special edition explores how an online matching service and specially designed harvesting robots may be the key to saving the agriculture industry.
12:23 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: Shirakawa-go.
12:30 JAPANGLE
"JAPANGLE" is a series of educational entertainment programs that puts a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is School.
12:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japan Railway Journal." The show reveals the attractive points of "Next Generation Shinkan-sen." The train has advanced facilities and state-of-the-art technologies.
12:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Yasuhiro Nishikawa 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.
13:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Isesanjo.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #16 Ozaki Hiroya
Ozaki Hiroya, his father is the late Ozaki Yutaka, a legendary singer and his hits are still popular across Asia.Ozaki Hiroya is carrying on his father's legacy by exploring new music styles.
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 Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc in the Alps.
14:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Matcha sweets are loved globally, but matcha is originally green tea leaves ground to make tea. We visit Uji, Kyoto, famous for matcha, and see how it's used in the tea ceremony, a symbol of Japan.
14:30 The Mark of Beauty
The arrival of spring is always signaled by the fresh scents that waft from nature. This episode shines light on kodo, the Japanese art of recreating, appreciating and describing such fragrances.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Ramen Noodles.
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. Today: Mount Tsukuba; The Mysterious Twin Peaks.
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 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.
16:20 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: Herb chicken Donburi Style.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
From Marc, a Teriyaki Hamburg bento, and from Maki, Chirashi-zushi. Bento Topics features two Balinese favorites: spicy pork satay, and a dish called babi guling that features a spit-roasted pig.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: asking others for favors. Warni Letty Yuhara, from Indonesia, works at a farm in Ibaraki Prefecture. She struggles with others to stay late. To improve, she tackles a roleplay challenge.
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 Muscles for All! (Squats 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!
17:15 Direct Talk
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
17:30 Where We Call Home
Join Mexican-born Saul Garcia Torres on his journey toward becoming a master of traditional Japanese sweets as he trains under his father in law, the 7th generation owner of a storied Kumamoto shop.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Matcha sweets are loved globally, but matcha is originally green tea leaves ground to make tea. We visit Uji, Kyoto, famous for matcha, and see how it's used in the tea ceremony, a symbol of Japan.
18:20 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto Confections, experience Kyoto culture through all your senses. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
18:30 The Mark of Beauty
The arrival of spring is always signaled by the fresh scents that waft from nature. This episode shines light on kodo, the Japanese art of recreating, appreciating and describing such fragrances.
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
Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko creates technologically innovative styles that no one has ever seen before. He tells us what motivates his work, and discusses the untapped potential of clothing.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #16 Ozaki Hiroya
Ozaki Hiroya, his father is the late Ozaki Yutaka, a legendary singer and his hits are still popular across Asia.Ozaki Hiroya is carrying on his father's legacy by exploring new music styles.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
Japan is facing a major lack of farmers. This special edition explores how an online matching service and specially designed harvesting robots may be the key to saving the agriculture industry.
20:30 Where We Call Home
Join Mexican-born Saul Garcia Torres on his journey toward becoming a master of traditional Japanese sweets as he trains under his father in law, the 7th generation owner of a storied Kumamoto shop.
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 SAKE R-Evolution #1
Through Japanese retailers' efforts to apply new technologies and the passion of the foreign sake-lovers, sake is now becoming a global beverage with genuine sake breweries opening outside Japan.
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 Direct Talk
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
22:25 Muscles for All! (Squats 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!
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. Today: Mount Tsukuba; The Mysterious Twin Peaks.
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 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.
23:20 JAPAN SPORTSCOPE
The show introduces sporting spots in and around Tokyo where foreign travelers can easily visit during their stay. This time we present a bouldering gym at Akihabara, just 5 minutes from the station.
23:30 BENTO EXPO
From Marc, a Teriyaki Hamburg bento, and from Maki, Chirashi-zushi. Bento Topics features two Balinese favorites: spicy pork satay, and a dish called babi guling that features a spit-roasted pig.
23:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: asking others for favors. Warni Letty Yuhara, from Indonesia, works at a farm in Ibaraki Prefecture. She struggles with others to stay late. To improve, she tackles a roleplay challenge.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Sweets and snacks.
00:30 Japanology Plus
Kamishibai: Paper Theater. Storytelling using picture cards. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
Japan is facing a major lack of farmers. This special edition explores how an online matching service and specially designed harvesting robots may be the key to saving the agriculture industry.
01:25 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: Shirakawa-go.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the number of people with depression has been increasing around the world. We focus on the disorder and the mechanism behind it, as well as the latest research.
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 SAKE R-Evolution #1
Through Japanese retailers' efforts to apply new technologies and the passion of the foreign sake-lovers, sake is now becoming a global beverage with genuine sake breweries opening outside Japan.
02:54 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: Sake.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc in the Alps.
03:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Matcha sweets are loved globally, but matcha is originally green tea leaves ground to make tea. We visit Uji, Kyoto, famous for matcha, and see how it's used in the tea ceremony, a symbol of Japan.
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. Today: Mount Tsukuba; The Mysterious Twin Peaks.
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 Muscles for All! (Squats 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!
04:15 Direct Talk
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
04:30 The Mark of Beauty
The arrival of spring is always signaled by the fresh scents that waft from nature. This episode shines light on kodo, the Japanese art of recreating, appreciating and describing such fragrances.
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 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.
05:20 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.
05:25 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.
05:30 Where We Call Home
Join Mexican-born Saul Garcia Torres on his journey toward becoming a master of traditional Japanese sweets as he trains under his father in law, the 7th generation owner of a storied Kumamoto shop.
Through Japanese retailers' efforts to apply new technologies and the passion of the foreign sake-lovers, sake is now becoming a global beverage with genuine sake breweries opening outside Japan.
06:45 JAPAN SPORTSCOPE
The show introduces sporting spots in and around Tokyo where foreign travelers can easily visit during their stay. This time we present a bouldering gym at Akihabara, just 5 minutes from the station.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
Japan is facing a major lack of farmers. This special edition explores how an online matching service and specially designed harvesting robots may be the key to saving the agriculture industry.
07:25 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: Shirakawa-go.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the number of people with depression has been increasing around the world. We focus on the disorder and the mechanism behind it, as well as the latest research.
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 The Mark of Beauty
The arrival of spring is always signaled by the fresh scents that waft from nature. This episode shines light on kodo, the Japanese art of recreating, appreciating and describing such fragrances.
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 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: Herb chicken Donburi Style.
09:15 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.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 Journeys in Japan
David Wells revisits Ibaraki in autumn and winter to savor its delicacies and reconnect with the farmers and fishermen. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Direct Talk
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
10:25 Muscles for All! (Squats 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!
10:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Hari-hari Hot Pot. (2) Poached Persimmons with Sesame Cream Sauce. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your 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.
11:10 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.
11:20 JAPAN SPORTSCOPE
The show introduces sporting spots in and around Tokyo where foreign travelers can easily visit during their stay. This time we present a skateboard-park in Tokyo within 30 minutes from Tokyo Station.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
Every winter, avid anglers flock to a beach in southwestern Japan to catch mulloway, a fish that can grow to more than a meter long. Will any of them capture these elusive giants within 72 hours?
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 SPECIAL EDITION
This special edition of Biz Stream features Japanese companies that are developing new water conserving technologies for both domestic and agricultural use.
12:23 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: Hot Springs.
12:30 Core Kyoto
The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core. Today: Legends of the spirit world that the mysterious inspires awe in the townsfolk.
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 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Odaigahara.
13:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kyo-kanoko Shibori, untying the beauty bound within. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the number of people with depression has been increasing around the world. We focus on the disorder and the mechanism behind it, as well as the latest research.
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 Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: A hut supporting mountaineers, Mont Blanc in the Alps.
14:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
14:30 Deeper Look from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. This time, Walter Issacson, author, ex-chaiman and CEO of CNN, and ex-editor for TIME Magazine, talks about how he remembers the year 2020.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
People with underlying conditions are said to have a higher risk for severe COVID-19. Diabetics have twice the risk of mortality and serious illness from COVID-19. Find out tips to reduce the risk.
14:55 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
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 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Sweets and snacks.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
David Wells revisits Ibaraki in autumn and winter to savor its delicacies and reconnect with the farmers and fishermen. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 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.
16:20 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: Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancakes).
16:25 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Delicacy
A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use "drifting mosquito hooks" to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favorite of the Edo townspeople.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Hari-hari Hot Pot. (2) Poached Persimmons with Sesame Cream Sauce. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your 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.
17:10 Muscles for All! (Back muscles 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!
17:15 Direct Talk
Nishimura Satoshi is developing an original electric car concept, as well as a microscope that can perform high-res imaging of living organisms. He talks about the philosophy of making things.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Every winter, avid anglers flock to a beach in southwestern Japan to catch mulloway, a fish that can grow to more than a meter long. Will any of them capture these elusive giants within 72 hours?
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
18:20 Core Kyoto mini
Kyo-kanoko Shibori, untying the beauty bound within. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
18:25 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.
18:30 Deeper Look from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. This time, Walter Issacson, author, ex-chaiman and CEO of CNN, and ex-editor for TIME Magazine, talks about how he remembers the year 2020.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
People with underlying conditions are said to have a higher risk for severe COVID-19. Diabetics have twice the risk of mortality and serious illness from COVID-19. Find out tips to reduce the risk.
18:55 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
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
Social entrepreneur Nakamoto Chizu started up a brand that makes colorful bags out of African fabrics. She talks about her vision of providing stable employment to Uganda's single mothers.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the number of people with depression has been increasing around the world. We focus on the disorder and the mechanism behind it, as well as the latest research.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
This special edition of Biz Stream features Japanese companies that are developing new water conserving technologies for both domestic and agricultural use.
20:30 Document 72 Hours
Every winter, avid anglers flock to a beach in southwestern Japan to catch mulloway, a fish that can grow to more than a meter long. Will any of them capture these elusive giants within 72 hours?
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 SAKE R-Evolution #2
The French mindset is churning a revolution in sake. A Japanese brewer adopts the concept of terroir, and the former cellar master at Dom Perignon uses the art of assemblage to make the ultimate sake.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Delicacy
A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use "drifting mosquito hooks" to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favorite of the Edo townspeople.
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 Direct Talk
Nishimura Satoshi is developing an original electric car concept, as well as a microscope that can perform high-res imaging of living organisms. He talks about the philosophy of making things.
22:25 Muscles for All! (Back muscles 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!
22:30 Journeys in Japan
David Wells revisits Ibaraki in autumn and winter to savor its delicacies and reconnect with the farmers and fishermen. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 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.
23:20 JAPAN SPORTSCOPE
The show introduces sporting spots in and around Tokyo where foreign travelers can easily visit during their stay. This time we present a skateboard-park in Tokyo within 30 minutes from Tokyo Station.
23:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Hari-hari Hot Pot. (2) Poached Persimmons with Sesame Cream Sauce. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your 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 JAPANGLE
"JAPANGLE" is a series of educational entertainment programs that puts a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. The episode "Water" focuses on water in Japan.
00:30 Cutlassfish
Our focus today is cutlassfish. Join fisherman and their entire families in hauling 1,000 trailer trolleys of the fish. Also see it fried whole with its bones, and discover a traditional sushi bento.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION
This special edition of Biz Stream features Japanese companies that are developing new water conserving technologies for both domestic and agricultural use.
01:25 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: Hot Springs.
01:30 Science View
Discover Shimabara Peninsula, designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Tour the "geosites" to find out what damages and blessings Unzen Volcano has brought in Part 2 of 2 special episodes from Nagasaki.
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 SAKE R-Evolution #2
The French mindset is churning a revolution in sake. A Japanese brewer adopts the concept of terroir, and the former cellar master at Dom Perignon uses the art of assemblage to make the ultimate sake.
02:55 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: A hut supporting mountaineers, Mont Blanc in the Alps.
03:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
03:30 Journeys in Japan
David Wells revisits Ibaraki in autumn and winter to savor its delicacies and reconnect with the farmers and fishermen. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:10 Muscles for All! (Back muscles 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!
04:15 Direct Talk
Nishimura Satoshi is developing an original electric car concept, as well as a microscope that can perform high-res imaging of living organisms. He talks about the philosophy of making things.
04:30 Deeper Look from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. This time, Walter Issacson, author, ex-chaiman and CEO of CNN, and ex-editor for TIME Magazine, talks about how he remembers the year 2020.
04:45 Doctor's Insight
People with underlying conditions are said to have a higher risk for severe COVID-19. Diabetics have twice the risk of mortality and serious illness from COVID-19. Find out tips to reduce the risk.
04:55 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:10 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.
05:20 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Delicacy
A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use "drifting mosquito hooks" to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favorite of the Edo townspeople.
05:25 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.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Every winter, avid anglers flock to a beach in southwestern Japan to catch mulloway, a fish that can grow to more than a meter long. Will any of them capture these elusive giants within 72 hours?
