Apple founder Steve Jobs had a love of shin-hanga, Japanese woodblock prints. Here, experts and old friends look at how this beautiful collection may have informed his own aesthetic sensibility.
06:30 Azuki
Azuki beans are sweetened, simmered and used in Japanese sweets. Their red color is said to ward off evil, and they're key at celebrations. Learn all about azuki, grown for over 5,000 years in Japan.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 BOSAI: Be Prepared
When homes are lost or when danger comes, community-run evacuation centers are there. But who's eligible? What about provisions? And what are the rules? We'll take a closer look to find the answers.
07:40 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Expelling Epidemics with Yokai.
07:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, cooling gel sheets, applied to the forehead for relief when you're feeling feverish.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 KABUKI KOOL
Scarface Yosaburo is one of the most famous plays of late Edo period kabuki. It's a romance between a young and beautiful couple, with shocking twists that showcases Edo style.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Mt. Fuji's Faces
We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 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 Core Kyoto
Confectioners are blowing new life into traditional Kyoto sweets: fusing Western and Japanese styles, pairing with cups of sake, and using ingredients that increase immunity in the time of corona.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Gunma. The local silk industry has a 1,300-year history, creating a rich culture of textiles alongside meticulous and artistic work. Join us on a design hunt in Gunma.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 RISING
Furukawa Taku is an entrepreneur working to preserve the skills of Tokyo's "machikoba" technical workshops, by refreshing their old-fashioned business models and promoting creative collaborations.
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 Azuki
Azuki beans are sweetened, simmered and used in Japanese sweets. Their red color is said to ward off evil, and they're key at celebrations. Learn all about azuki, grown for over 5,000 years in Japan.
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 BOSAI: Be Prepared
When homes are lost or when danger comes, community-run evacuation centers are there. But who's eligible? What about provisions? And what are the rules? We'll take a closer look to find the answers.
13:40 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Expelling Epidemics with Yokai.
13:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, cooling gel sheets, applied to the forehead for relief when you're feeling feverish.
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 Lunch ON!
We set up a video camera in the cafeteria of a company in Tokyo that makes all kinds of educational products. With the camera, we conduct remote interviews of the workers who sit down to eat lunch.
14:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Noodles with Meat and Miso Sauce.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 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.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Confectioners are blowing new life into traditional Kyoto sweets: fusing Western and Japanese styles, pairing with cups of sake, and using ingredients that increase immunity in the time of corona.
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: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Gunma. The local silk industry has a 1,300-year history, creating a rich culture of textiles alongside meticulous and artistic work. Join us on a design hunt in Gunma.
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
Since founding The Voice of Libyan Women in 2011, doctor and women's rights advocate Alaa Murabit has challenged the global status quo with initiatives to put women in positions of leadership.
17:30 RISING
Furukawa Taku is an entrepreneur working to preserve the skills of Tokyo's "machikoba" technical workshops, by refreshing their old-fashioned business models and promoting creative collaborations.
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 Lunch ON!
We set up a video camera in the cafeteria of a company in Tokyo that makes all kinds of educational products. With the camera, we conduct remote interviews of the workers who sit down to eat lunch.
18:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Noodles with Meat and Miso Sauce.
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.
19:30 BOSAI: Be Prepared
When homes are lost or when danger comes, community-run evacuation centers are there. But who's eligible? What about provisions? And what are the rules? We'll take a closer look to find the answers.
19:40 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Expelling Epidemics with Yokai.
19:45 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, cooling gel sheets, applied to the forehead for relief when you're feeling feverish.
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 RISING
Furukawa Taku is an entrepreneur working to preserve the skills of Tokyo's "machikoba" technical workshops, by refreshing their old-fashioned business models and promoting creative collaborations.
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
Since founding The Voice of Libyan Women in 2011, doctor and women's rights advocate Alaa Murabit has challenged the global status quo with initiatives to put women in positions of leadership.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Confectioners are blowing new life into traditional Kyoto sweets: fusing Western and Japanese styles, pairing with cups of sake, and using ingredients that increase immunity in the time of corona.
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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Gunma. The local silk industry has a 1,300-year history, creating a rich culture of textiles alongside meticulous and artistic work. Join us on a design hunt in Gunma.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Dining with the Chef
Chef Saito's new recipes: (1) Mushi Sushi (2) Clear Dashi with Clams. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR Central's next-generation Shinkansen; the N700S is scheduled to start operation in summer 2020. Get a sneak peek of the new technologies employed to enhance safety, convenience, and comfort.
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
Since founding The Voice of Libyan Women in 2011, doctor and women's rights advocate Alaa Murabit has challenged the global status quo with initiatives to put women in positions of leadership.
02:30 Lunch ON!
We set up a video camera in the cafeteria of a company in Tokyo that makes all kinds of educational products. With the camera, we conduct remote interviews of the workers who sit down to eat lunch.
02:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Noodles with Meat and Miso Sauce.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Core Kyoto
Confectioners are blowing new life into traditional Kyoto sweets: fusing Western and Japanese styles, pairing with cups of sake, and using ingredients that increase immunity in the time of corona.
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
Albert Lin is an award-winning explorer and scientist from California who is innovating technology to uncover hidden stories of history from lost civilizations and ancient ruins all over the world.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 RISING
Furukawa Taku is an entrepreneur working to preserve the skills of Tokyo's "machikoba" technical workshops, by refreshing their old-fashioned business models and promoting creative collaborations.
We follow Vietnam-born Do Van Tuan in his efforts to provide support to members of the Vietnamese community in Sendai who lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic.
06:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
In Kochi Prefecture, our traveler rides along a shimmering stream, the Shimanto River and a vast plateau under the summer sky and samples seared Katsuo, a local favorite, during his journey.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR Central's next-generation Shinkansen; the N700S is scheduled to start operation in summer 2020. Get a sneak peek of the new technologies employed to enhance safety, convenience, and comfort.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 Lunch ON!
We set up a video camera in the cafeteria of a company in Tokyo that makes all kinds of educational products. With the camera, we conduct remote interviews of the workers who sit down to eat lunch.
08:55 Your Japanese Kitchen mini
Each edition of this five-minute program presents Harumi Kurihara's recipe for a simple, delicious, easy-to-make dish selected from "Your Japanese Kitchen". Today: Noodles with Meat and Miso Sauce.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: On a Snowy Night
We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 Spirit of Resilience
Mamma Mercato's Wonder Women: Documents "Mamma Mercato," a non-profit organization that helps moms pursue their dreams, unleash their creativity, and open businesses.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 Kawaii International
In addition to adding beauty to your home and purifying the air, indoor plants also help ease your mind. Learn some kawaii ways to live with plants at home.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
11:30 Asia Insight
Since the 2014 Umbrella Movement, Hong Kong residents have increasingly been immigrating to Taiwan to seek freedom. This episode follows how several families perceive their former and current home.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
In Kochi Prefecture, our traveler rides along a shimmering stream, the Shimanto River and a vast plateau under the summer sky and samples seared Katsuo, a local favorite, during his journey.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR Central's next-generation Shinkansen; the N700S is scheduled to start operation in summer 2020. Get a sneak peek of the new technologies employed to enhance safety, convenience, and comfort.
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 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.
15:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
15:30 Spirit of Resilience
Mamma Mercato's Wonder Women: Documents "Mamma Mercato," a non-profit organization that helps moms pursue their dreams, unleash their creativity, and open businesses.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
16:30 Kawaii International
In addition to adding beauty to your home and purifying the air, indoor plants also help ease your mind. Learn some kawaii ways to live with plants at home.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
17:30 Asia Insight
Since the 2014 Umbrella Movement, Hong Kong residents have increasingly been immigrating to Taiwan to seek freedom. This episode follows how several families perceive their former and current home.
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 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.
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
Delia Ferreira Rubio represents an international NGO that aims to eliminate crimes such as bribery and embezzlement worldwide. How can we prevent corruption, which she says undermines our daily lives?
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR Central's next-generation Shinkansen; the N700S is scheduled to start operation in summer 2020. Get a sneak peek of the new technologies employed to enhance safety, convenience, and comfort.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Asia Insight
Since the 2014 Umbrella Movement, Hong Kong residents have increasingly been immigrating to Taiwan to seek freedom. This episode follows how several families perceive their former and current home.
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
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Spirit of Resilience
Mamma Mercato's Wonder Women: Documents "Mamma Mercato," a non-profit organization that helps moms pursue their dreams, unleash their creativity, and open businesses.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Kawaii International
In addition to adding beauty to your home and purifying the air, indoor plants also help ease your mind. Learn some kawaii ways to live with plants at home.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 RISING
Masaru Yajima runs a firm using big data and improved service to revive Japan's declining regional bus routes. We follow a Japanese transport pioneer now taking its successful template overseas.
00:40 The Signs
COVID-19 dealt a major blow to RAKUGO, a traditional form of storytelling. Artists were unable to perform for live audiences, but many started to broadcast online, to attract ever broader audiences.
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.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 JAPAN LOST AND FOUND "ONIGIRI"
Anna Mitzel from Ukraine who has been drawn to "onigiri" explores the secret behind its charm together with Poet Arthur Binard. She says, "It's more than just food. The cook's love is in it."
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
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
02:30 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.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Spirit of Resilience
Mamma Mercato's Wonder Women: Documents "Mamma Mercato," a non-profit organization that helps moms pursue their dreams, unleash their creativity, and open businesses.
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
Delia Ferreira Rubio represents an international NGO that aims to eliminate crimes such as bribery and embezzlement worldwide. How can we prevent corruption, which she says undermines our daily lives?
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
05:30 Asia Insight
Since the 2014 Umbrella Movement, Hong Kong residents have increasingly been immigrating to Taiwan to seek freedom. This episode follows how several families perceive their former and current home.
Hanzawa Tsuruko is a master of chaji, a tea ceremony that starts with an exquisitely prepared meal and concludes with matcha green tea. Last autumn, she set off on a tea odyssey across Germany.
06:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
06:55 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.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 JAPAN LOST AND FOUND "ONIGIRI"
Anna Mitzel from Ukraine who has been drawn to "onigiri" explores the secret behind its charm together with Poet Arthur Binard. She says, "It's more than just food. The cook's love is in it."
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 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 GREAT RACE: RUNNING COLD
One of the toughest races "The Montane Spine" took place in midwinter England. It is a non-stop 420km (268 mile) race and the competitors must struggle with sleep deprivation.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Discover the samurai spirit in Kagoshima, named Satsuma in ancient times. In contrast to stoic ways of warriors, arts also blossomed here. Join us on a 290 km trip as we experience culture of samurai.
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 3/11-The Tsunami The First 3 Days
After the mega-earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, people witnessed scenes of horror and heroism. Experience the three days that followed with footage shot at the center of the disaster.
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
Chef Saito's new recipes: (1) Mushi Sushi (2) Clear Dashi with Clams. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
12:40 Little Charo
This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-1.
12:50 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Kenji Azuma are gaining recognition in the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Sudden Shower
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 JAPAN LOST AND FOUND "ONIGIRI"
Anna Mitzel from Ukraine who has been drawn to "onigiri" explores the secret behind its charm together with Poet Arthur Binard. She says, "It's more than just food. The cook's love is in it."
13:40 The Signs
COVID-19 dealt a major blow to RAKUGO, a traditional form of storytelling. Artists were unable to perform for live audiences, but many started to broadcast online, to attract ever broader audiences.
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 "The Twist Twist Song"...
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 evaluate the unique customs of enjoying fruits in Japan, including the competitive breeding of superior products, traditional fruit-drying methods, and the habitual peeling of the skins.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
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 GREAT RACE: RUNNING COLD
One of the toughest races "The Montane Spine" took place in midwinter England. It is a non-stop 420km (268 mile) race and the competitors must struggle with sleep deprivation.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Discover the samurai spirit in Kagoshima, named Satsuma in ancient times. In contrast to stoic ways of warriors, arts also blossomed here. Join us on a 290 km trip as we experience culture of samurai.
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 3/11-The Tsunami The First 3 Days
After the mega-earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, people witnessed scenes of horror and heroism. Experience the three days that followed with footage shot at the center of the disaster.
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
Chef Saito's new recipes: (1) Mushi Sushi (2) Clear Dashi with Clams. Why not learn Japanese food culture and try real Japanese dishes at your home!
18:40 Little Charo
This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-1.
18:50 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Good or Evil Soul
We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?
18:55 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 JAPAN LOST AND FOUND "ONIGIRI"
Anna Mitzel from Ukraine who has been drawn to "onigiri" explores the secret behind its charm together with Poet Arthur Binard. She says, "It's more than just food. The cook's love is in it."
19:40 The Signs
COVID-19 dealt a major blow to RAKUGO, a traditional form of storytelling. Artists were unable to perform for live audiences, but many started to broadcast online, to attract ever broader audiences.
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 "The Twist Twist Song"...
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 GREAT RACE: RUNNING COLD
One of the toughest races "The Montane Spine" took place in midwinter England. It is a non-stop 420km (268 mile) race and the competitors must struggle with sleep deprivation.
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 evaluate the unique customs of enjoying fruits in Japan, including the competitive breeding of superior products, traditional fruit-drying methods, and the habitual peeling of the skins.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Bedtime Routine
On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Discover the samurai spirit in Kagoshima, named Satsuma in ancient times. In contrast to stoic ways of warriors, arts also blossomed here. Join us on a 290 km trip as we experience culture of samurai.
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 3/11-The Tsunami The First 3 Days
After the mega-earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, people witnessed scenes of horror and heroism. Experience the three days that followed with footage shot at the center of the disaster.
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
Home to about 150 Buddhist temples, Vientiane is the capital of Laos. Buddhist philosophies interlace the lives of all Laotians. In this episode we meet residents who honor the traditions of the city.
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
Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula is home to some 500 brown bears. 84-year-old fisherman Ose Hatsusaburo has built a remarkable relationship with the creatures, one that now faces an uncertain future.
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 evaluate the unique customs of enjoying fruits in Japan, including the competitive breeding of superior products, traditional fruit-drying methods, and the habitual peeling of the skins.
02:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Bedtime Routine
On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 GREAT RACE: RUNNING COLD
One of the toughest races "The Montane Spine" took place in midwinter England. It is a non-stop 420km (268 mile) race and the competitors must struggle with sleep deprivation.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Discover the samurai spirit in Kagoshima, named Satsuma in ancient times. In contrast to stoic ways of warriors, arts also blossomed here. Join us on a 290 km trip as we experience culture of samurai.
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 3/11-The Tsunami The First 3 Days
After the mega-earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, people witnessed scenes of horror and heroism. Experience the three days that followed with footage shot at the center of the disaster.
NHK WORLD-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
Masaru Yajima runs a firm using big data and improved service to revive Japan's declining regional bus routes. We follow a Japanese transport pioneer now taking its successful template overseas.
06:40 The Signs
COVID-19 dealt a major blow to RAKUGO, a traditional form of storytelling. Artists were unable to perform for live audiences, but many started to broadcast online, to attract ever broader audiences.
06:55 no art, no life
Outsider artists like Kenji Azuma are gaining recognition in the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 NHK Documentary
Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula is home to some 500 brown bears. 84-year-old fisherman Ose Hatsusaburo has built a remarkable relationship with the creatures, one that now faces an uncertain 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 COOL JAPAN
The panelists evaluate the unique customs of enjoying fruits in Japan, including the competitive breeding of superior products, traditional fruit-drying methods, and the habitual peeling of the skins.
08:55 Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita."
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 The Shape of Sound
Follow pianist Kawakami Mine and videographer Hozan Koichi in their preparations for a musical offering, which reflects on the ideal of living in harmony with nature, at Kasuga Taisha shrine in Nara.
09:55 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.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Hometown Stories
Yuki, an avid runner, is a newcomer to a rural hamlet. Her job is to help revitalize the community, and get the residents involved. But how? As she struggles to find a way, Yuki runs.
10:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
10:40 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.
10:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The volcanic Mt. Furanodake rises with a diverse environment. The program host sets out on a hike through a deep forest, and reaches a marshland formed by rainwater collecting on top of the lava.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 The Professionals
Iwasa Toru is both the chief editor of a popular magazine, and a constantly-in-demand master of revitalizing rural towns. We take a look at his unique approach to work.
11:55 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku. In Iya, we cross a bridge made of vines. In the countryside, we take selfies with scarecrows. The figures show the hospitality of their creator.
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
Masaru Yajima runs a firm using big data and improved service to revive Japan's declining regional bus routes. We follow a Japanese transport pioneer now taking its successful template overseas.
12:40 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Public Rest Rooms.
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
Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula is home to some 500 brown bears. 84-year-old fisherman Ose Hatsusaburo has built a remarkable relationship with the creatures, one that now faces an uncertain future.
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
Home to about 150 Buddhist temples, Vientiane is the capital of Laos. Buddhist philosophies interlace the lives of all Laotians. In this episode we meet residents who honor the traditions of the city.
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 The Shape of Sound
Follow pianist Kawakami Mine and videographer Hozan Koichi in their preparations for a musical offering, which reflects on the ideal of living in harmony with nature, at Kasuga Taisha shrine in Nara.
15:55 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.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Hometown Stories
Yuki, an avid runner, is a newcomer to a rural hamlet. Her job is to help revitalize the community, and get the residents involved. But how? As she struggles to find a way, Yuki runs.
16:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
16:40 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.
16:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The volcanic Mt. Furanodake rises with a diverse environment. The program host sets out on a hike through a deep forest, and reaches a marshland formed by rainwater collecting on top of the lava.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 The Professionals
Iwasa Toru is both the chief editor of a popular magazine, and a constantly-in-demand master of revitalizing rural towns. We take a look at his unique approach to work.
17:55 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku. In Iya, we cross a bridge made of vines. In the countryside, we take selfies with scarecrows. The figures show the hospitality of their creator.
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 January Tournament Opening Day action live from the Kokugikan Sumo Stadium in Ryogoku, Tokyo, as the top wrestlers have their first bouts of 2021.
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
Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula is home to some 500 brown bears. 84-year-old fisherman Ose Hatsusaburo has built a remarkable relationship with the creatures, one that now faces an uncertain future.
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 The Shape of Sound
Follow pianist Kawakami Mine and videographer Hozan Koichi in their preparations for a musical offering, which reflects on the ideal of living in harmony with nature, at Kasuga Taisha shrine in Nara.
20:55 Covid-19: Medical Frontiers
In this unprecedented time of the coronavirus pandemic, we've put together several healthy living tips from past episodes to help keep you and your family healthy.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Ground Detective Simon Wallis
Soy sauce has been indispensable to Japanese cuisine for hundreds of years. The city of Choshi is known for its soy sauce production. But why Choshi?? Ground Detective Simon Wallis is on the case!
21:25 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "Can I exchange money here?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "Japanese is easy"!
21:40 Little Charo
This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-1.
21:50 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japanology Plus," which shows behind the scenes of laundry services. Stubborn stains are removed and huge number of shirts are pressed. All are done by crafts and technologies.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 Hometown Stories
Yuki, an avid runner, is a newcomer to a rural hamlet. Her job is to help revitalize the community, and get the residents involved. But how? As she struggles to find a way, Yuki runs.
22:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#5 Onegai shimasu. Please/ When you want to ask someone to do something for you, use Onegai shimasu (Please.)
22:40 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.
22:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The volcanic Mt. Furanodake rises with a diverse environment. The program host sets out on a hike through a deep forest, and reaches a marshland formed by rainwater collecting on top of the lava.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 The Professionals
Iwasa Toru is both the chief editor of a popular magazine, and a constantly-in-demand master of revitalizing rural towns. We take a look at his unique approach to work.
23:55 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokushima Prefecture in Shikoku. In Iya, we cross a bridge made of vines. In the countryside, we take selfies with scarecrows. The figures show the hospitality of their creator.
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 Dig More Japan
The way Japanese live changes with the times, and so to do the things we use. In this new episode, we will deep look into the world of items used for daily life in Japan.
00:20 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces the Ome Hills, west of Tokyo. In spring and summer, the woods and valleys teem with birds, spring cicadas, salamanders, beetles, and butterflies.
00:30 Core Kyoto
The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program. Today: Setsubun, out with the demons and in with fortune in the spring.