NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disaster and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
06:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR West is developing new services in response to lifestyle changes brought about by the coronavirus. We talk to the president of JR West about the future of the railway post-pandemic.
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 Core Kyoto
During the pandemic, Kyotoites have found a new appreciation for traditional stoves, which they affectionately call okudo-san. A restaurant and a tofu shop ensure their stoves' fires are always lit.
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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme is Inori: Reverent Design. Tokyo's d47 MUSEUM showcases the best of Japan's 47 prefectures. Nagaoka Kenmei's Reverent Design exhibition explores reverence in our lives and craftsmanship.
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 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Fukuoka Prefecture.
09:20 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on forests.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Asia Insight
As baseball gains popularity in China, underprivileged kids are training hard to hit a homer in the stadium and in life. They're forging their own future despite the major income gap in the nation.
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 Culture Crossroads
After the Great East Japan Earthquake on 2011, the song "Flowers Will Bloom" was created in support of those affected by the disaster. Now the song is about to be reborn in 11 languages!
11:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Hirano Yoshiyasu are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
11:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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 Explore Japan
The Manufacturing Spirit and Sustainability: Featuring artisans who are working to preserve time-honored crafts and clues into how a sustainable society can be achieved.
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 West is developing new services in response to lifestyle changes brought about by the coronavirus. We talk to the president of JR West about the future of the railway post-pandemic.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Open source technology advocate, Wikimedia Foundation CEO Katherine Maher encourages everyone to contribute and share knowledge and information on the free online encyclopedia, Wikipedia.
15:30 Asia Insight
As baseball gains popularity in China, underprivileged kids are training hard to hit a homer in the stadium and in life. They're forging their own future despite the major income gap in the nation.
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 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
After the Great East Japan Earthquake on 2011, the song "Flowers Will Bloom" was created in support of those affected by the disaster. Now the song is about to be reborn in 11 languages!
16:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Hirano Yoshiyasu are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
16:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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
British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure, risked his life in some of the most ambitious expeditions ever undertaken and raised millions for charity.
17:30 Explore Japan
The Manufacturing Spirit and Sustainability: Featuring artisans who are working to preserve time-honored crafts and clues into how a sustainable society can be achieved.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 13, Day 5 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Open source technology advocate, Wikimedia Foundation CEO Katherine Maher encourages everyone to contribute and share knowledge and information on the free online encyclopedia, Wikipedia.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR West is developing new services in response to lifestyle changes brought about by the coronavirus. We talk to the president of JR West about the future of the railway post-pandemic.
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
As baseball gains popularity in China, underprivileged kids are training hard to hit a homer in the stadium and in life. They're forging their own future despite the major income gap in the nation.
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.
21:45 Direct Talk
British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure, risked his life in some of the most ambitious expeditions ever undertaken and raised millions for charity.
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 Culture Crossroads
After the Great East Japan Earthquake on 2011, the song "Flowers Will Bloom" was created in support of those affected by the disaster. Now the song is about to be reborn in 11 languages!
22:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Hirano Yoshiyasu are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
22:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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 Explore Japan
The Manufacturing Spirit and Sustainability: Featuring artisans who are working to preserve time-honored crafts and clues into how a sustainable society can be achieved.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small and medium-sized Japanese businesses that have made surprising moves into completely different markets in response to toughtimes and changes in demand.
00:40 The Signs
As online bookstore events and participation in book clubs experience a boom, real bookstores are also being seen in a new light. The pandemic has spawned a renewed relationship with books.
00:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.
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 Asia Insight
As baseball gains popularity in China, underprivileged kids are training hard to hit a homer in the stadium and in life. They're forging their own future despite the major income gap in the nation.
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
British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure, risked his life in some of the most ambitious expeditions ever undertaken and raised millions for charity.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 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 Culture Crossroads
After the Great East Japan Earthquake on 2011, the song "Flowers Will Bloom" was created in support of those affected by the disaster. Now the song is about to be reborn in 11 languages!
03:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Hirano Yoshiyasu are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
03:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:15 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.
04:28 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on forests.
04:33 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.
04:40 Direct Talk
Open source technology advocate, Wikimedia Foundation CEO Katherine Maher encourages everyone to contribute and share knowledge and information on the free online encyclopedia, Wikipedia.
04:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
05:00 Medical Frontiers
Immunotherapy is referred to as the fourth type of cancer treatment. A new immunotherapy uses light and antibodies to kill only cancer cells and leave healthy cells unharmed, is being used in Japan.
05:30 Explore Japan
The Manufacturing Spirit and Sustainability: Featuring artisans who are working to preserve time-honored crafts and clues into how a sustainable society can be achieved.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure, risked his life in some of the most ambitious expeditions ever undertaken and raised millions for charity.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
New research into coronavirus variants reveals that conventional measures may not work and many people are becoming sicker more quickly. We have a frontline report on a healthcare system in crisis.
06:57 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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 Asia Insight
As baseball gains popularity in China, underprivileged kids are training hard to hit a homer in the stadium and in life. They're forging their own future despite the major income gap in the nation.
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 Culture Crossroads
After the Great East Japan Earthquake on 2011, the song "Flowers Will Bloom" was created in support of those affected by the disaster. Now the song is about to be reborn in 11 languages!
08:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Hirano Yoshiyasu are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
08:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.
09:20 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on the star-filled night sky.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Voice of Nakamura Tetsu
For decades before he was killed in 2019, Dr. Nakamura Tetsu devoted his life to aiding the Afghan people. Young Japanese who assisted his efforts reflect on how that experience changed their lives.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
A ride from one edge to the other of Japan's smallest prefecture, where a relative scarcity of natural resources has been historically offset by an unrelenting drive to create outstanding quality.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 Today's Close-Up
New research into coronavirus variants reveals that conventional measures may not work and many people are becoming sicker more quickly. We have a frontline report on a healthcare system in crisis.
13:37 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
13:40 The Signs
As online bookstore events and participation in book clubs experience a boom, real bookstores are also being seen in a new light. The pandemic has spawned a renewed relationship with books.
13:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Four Seasons in Japan
Mt. Ontake is a 3,067-meter active volcano covered in its lower reaches by broadleaf and coniferous forests. Pristine water running in deep mountainside valleys attract birds, char and other wildlife.
14:20 We,in the Time of Corona
The Rev. Takafumi Kawakami is a priest in Kyoto. He gives a lecturer on Zen at Brown University and speaker at TEDxKyoto. During the Pandemic, he is working more actively on sharing the wisdom of Zen.
14:25 Easy Japanese
#9 What is this? / When you see something for the first time and want to know what it is, just ask "kore wa nan desu ka."
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, a home gaming console and smartphone springs.
15:40 A Treasured Creation
Artisans produce the hardest natural ice in Japan without relying on any machines. If the first centimeter freezes solid, it will make fine ice. But if it doesn't, then they have to start over.
15:55 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 "Tape Measure Jackie"...
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Voice of Nakamura Tetsu
For decades before he was killed in 2019, Dr. Nakamura Tetsu devoted his life to aiding the Afghan people. Young Japanese who assisted his efforts reflect on how that experience changed their lives.
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 A Treasured Creation
Artisans produce the hardest natural ice in Japan without relying on any machines. If the first centimeter freezes solid, it will make fine ice. But if it doesn't, then they have to start over.
18:25 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 "Tape Measure Jackie"...
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
A ride from one edge to the other of Japan's smallest prefecture, where a relative scarcity of natural resources has been historically offset by an unrelenting drive to create outstanding quality.
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 Today's Close-Up
New research into coronavirus variants reveals that conventional measures may not work and many people are becoming sicker more quickly. We have a frontline report on a healthcare system in crisis.
20:37 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
20:40 The Signs
As online bookstore events and participation in book clubs experience a boom, real bookstores are also being seen in a new light. The pandemic has spawned a renewed relationship with books.
20:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
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
Konamon are casual grilled flour batter dishes getting popular with foreigners as well. Panelists sample some representative varieties and learn about the development of the indispensable thick sauce.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#9 What is this? / When you see something for the first time and want to know what it is, just ask "kore wa nan desu ka."
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
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 Voice of Nakamura Tetsu
For decades before he was killed in 2019, Dr. Nakamura Tetsu devoted his life to aiding the Afghan people. Young Japanese who assisted his efforts reflect on how that experience changed their lives.
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 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, a home gaming console and smartphone springs.
00:40 A Treasured Creation
Artisans produce the hardest natural ice in Japan without relying on any machines. If the first centimeter freezes solid, it will make fine ice. But if it doesn't, then they have to start over.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "no art, no life plus," which shows a barber in Oita prefecture carving masks from materials arrived the beach such as driftwoods or wasted fishing tools.
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
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
02:15 Four Seasons in Japan
Mt. Ontake is a 3,067-meter active volcano covered in its lower reaches by broadleaf and coniferous forests. Pristine water running in deep mountainside valleys attract birds, char and other wildlife.
02:25 We,in the Time of Corona
The Rev. Takafumi Kawakami is a priest in Kyoto. He gives a lecturer on Zen at Brown University and speaker at TEDxKyoto. During the Pandemic, he is working more actively on sharing the wisdom of Zen.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
A ride from one edge to the other of Japan's smallest prefecture, where a relative scarcity of natural resources has been historically offset by an unrelenting drive to create outstanding quality.
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 No More Plastic: Part1
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out. Part 1 introduces Dutch young pioneer Boyan Slat's team working to clear plastic from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:10 The Voice of Nakamura Tetsu
For decades before he was killed in 2019, Dr. Nakamura Tetsu devoted his life to aiding the Afghan people. Young Japanese who assisted his efforts reflect on how that experience changed their lives.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small and medium-sized Japanese businesses that have made surprising moves into completely different markets in response to toughtimes and changes in demand.
06:40 The Signs
As online bookstore events and participation in book clubs experience a boom, real bookstores are also being seen in a new light. The pandemic has spawned a renewed relationship with books.
06:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
A ride from one edge to the other of Japan's smallest prefecture, where a relative scarcity of natural resources has been historically offset by an unrelenting drive to create outstanding quality.
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 NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
Mt. Ontake is a 3,067-meter active volcano covered in its lower reaches by broadleaf and coniferous forests. Pristine water running in deep mountainside valleys attract birds, char and other wildlife.
09:20 We,in the Time of Corona
The Rev. Takafumi Kawakami is a priest in Kyoto. He gives a lecturer on Zen at Brown University and speaker at TEDxKyoto. During the Pandemic, he is working more actively on sharing the wisdom of Zen.
09:25 Easy Japanese
#9 What is this? / When you see something for the first time and want to know what it is, just ask "kore wa nan desu ka."
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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 Hometown Stories
With a hard-to-cure illness, Emma Otsuji Pickles lives with a stoma bag attached to her abdomen. Yet, she wants to become a swimsuit model. We follow her daily life to find out what motivates her.
11:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieses, makes you experience each seasons.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido! Mashu
Our stage this time is Lake Mashu, a caldera lake and its surrounds in eastern Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host climbs Mt. Mashudake near the lake, enjoying some summertime alpine flowers.
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 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "no art, no life plus," which shows a barber in Oita prefecture carving masks from materials arrived the beach such as driftwoods or wasted fishing tools.
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small and medium-sized Japanese businesses that have made surprising moves into completely different markets in response to toughtimes and changes in demand.
13:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-7.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.
13:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Shimane Prefecture.
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 mini
Vigan is on the western coast of the island of Luzon. In the 16th century Spain established it as a trading port and military base. Old colonial buildings are part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
14:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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 Hometown Stories
With a hard-to-cure illness, Emma Otsuji Pickles lives with a stoma bag attached to her abdomen. Yet, she wants to become a swimsuit model. We follow her daily life to find out what motivates her.
17:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieses, makes you experience each seasons.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido! Mashu
Our stage this time is Lake Mashu, a caldera lake and its surrounds in eastern Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host climbs Mt. Mashudake near the lake, enjoying some summertime alpine flowers.
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 May Tournament Day 8 action live from the Kokugikan in Tokyo, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest on May 16.
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 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
19:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Shimane Prefecture.
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 NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 Somewhere Street
Trinidad in Cuba was flourished by the sugar trade during the Spanish colonial period in the 18th and 19th centuries. In this episode, we stroll around the perfectly preserved town.
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 No More Plastic:Part 2
Plastic pollution litters the world's oceans. A war on plastic is breaking out and the goal is a circular economy. Part 2 looks at the latest business trends leading us away from a world of plastic.
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 Hometown Stories
With a hard-to-cure illness, Emma Otsuji Pickles lives with a stoma bag attached to her abdomen. Yet, she wants to become a swimsuit model. We follow her daily life to find out what motivates her.
23:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieses, makes you experience each seasons.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido! Mashu
Our stage this time is Lake Mashu, a caldera lake and its surrounds in eastern Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host climbs Mt. Mashudake near the lake, enjoying some summertime alpine flowers.
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 Medical Frontiers
The discovery of natural killer T cells, or NKT cells, is called one of the "pillars of immunology." The historic finding led to the development of a new cancer therapy by Japanese researchers.
NHK WORLD-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 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Two acts are coming to chat and perform. One is the idol group HKT48. The other is MARiA. She's the vocalist in the duo GARNiDELiA, who've sung lots of anime songs.
06:40 Japan-easy
The negative form of i-adjectives and its past tense. Explore the wonders of Japan and the Japanese language! Through basic conversations, viewers will see that "Japanese is easy!"
06:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's first day in Shimane Prefecture.
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 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "no art, no life plus," which shows a barber in Oita prefecture carving masks from materials arrived the beach such as driftwoods or wasted fishing tools.
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 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, a home gaming console and smartphone springs.
08:40 A Treasured Creation
Artisans produce the hardest natural ice in Japan without relying on any machines. If the first centimeter freezes solid, it will make fine ice. But if it doesn't, then they have to start over.
08:55 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 "Tape Measure Jackie"...
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 Somewhere Street mini
Vigan is on the western coast of the island of Luzon. In the 16th century Spain established it as a trading port and military base. Old colonial buildings are part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
09:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 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.
10:23 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.
10:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Aya Wu who started her own meal delivery business to help her restaurants in the Tokyo area survive the pandemic, and Yohandy De Armas from Cuba, a gym instructor also in Tokyo.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a bento using the ever-popular ginger pork. Marc demonstrates how to make a simple and healthy yakisoba bento. We head to Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture during Bento Trip.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late. Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
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 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: Sado Island - Into the Mystic Dreams.
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 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Two acts are coming to chat and perform. One is the idol group HKT48. The other is MARiA. She's the vocalist in the duo GARNiDELiA, who've sung lots of anime songs.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Director Iwaisawa Kenji won the top prize at the Ottawa International Animation Festival for his 2019 feature film. He talks about his hand-drawn approach and what he hopes to convey through his work.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Aya Wu who started her own meal delivery business to help her restaurants in the Tokyo area survive the pandemic, and Yohandy De Armas from Cuba, a gym instructor also in Tokyo.
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 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Shimane Prefecture.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a bento using the ever-popular ginger pork. Marc demonstrates how to make a simple and healthy yakisoba bento. We head to Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture during Bento Trip.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late. Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
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
Yamami Koji creates award - winning kaleidoscopes that rise to the level of art. What sort of wizardry goes into crafting optical instruments that surprise and delight the eyes?
17:30 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: Sado Island - Into the Mystic Dreams.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Director Iwaisawa Kenji won the top prize at the Ottawa International Animation Festival for his 2019 feature film. He talks about his hand-drawn approach and what he hopes to convey through his work.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! Two acts are coming to chat and perform. One is the idol group HKT48. The other is MARiA. She's the vocalist in the duo GARNiDELiA, who've sung lots of anime songs.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:20 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Aya Wu who started her own meal delivery business to help her restaurants in the Tokyo area survive the pandemic, and Yohandy De Armas from Cuba, a gym instructor also in Tokyo.
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
Yamami Koji creates award - winning kaleidoscopes that rise to the level of art. What sort of wizardry goes into crafting optical instruments that surprise and delight the eyes?
21:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Shimane Prefecture.
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 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a bento using the ever-popular ginger pork. Marc demonstrates how to make a simple and healthy yakisoba bento. We head to Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture during Bento Trip.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late. Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
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 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: Sado Island - Into the Mystic Dreams.
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 Science View
Sound expert Shohei Yano joins us to discuss how inaudible sounds are being used for everything from kabuki, farming, and tornadoes, to a new security system based on people's ear canal shapes.
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 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Aya Wu who started her own meal delivery business to help her restaurants in the Tokyo area survive the pandemic, and Yohandy De Armas from Cuba, a gym instructor also in Tokyo.
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
Yamami Koji creates award - winning kaleidoscopes that rise to the level of art. What sort of wizardry goes into crafting optical instruments that surprise and delight the eyes?
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from May 17, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a bento using the ever-popular ginger pork. Marc demonstrates how to make a simple and healthy yakisoba bento. We head to Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture during Bento Trip.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late. Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
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
Director Iwaisawa Kenji won the top prize at the Ottawa International Animation Festival for his 2019 feature film. He talks about his hand-drawn approach and what he hopes to convey through his work.
04:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, the torch makes its way across the country from March to August. This time, we highlight the flame's second day in Shimane Prefecture.
05:00 NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
05:50 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on the star-filled night sky.
05:55 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.
