NHK WORLD-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
As the pandemic continues, business is shriveling for many florists. This episode features two companies that are buying up unwanted blossoms and turning them into new business opportunities.
06:40 The Signs
As COVID-19 isolates people, a new type of remote sign language service, and an online theater that specializes in accessibility have been created. Explore the signs of a more barrier free world.
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 Tokyo.
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
In this episode we set our riders a different kind of challenge. We follow two cyclists as they explore the city, competing in a game to find a set of unusual but typically Tokyo places and things.
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
More than 150 years ago, Tokyo was called Edo. It had the highest population of any city in the world. Let's try and find why the world's largest city emerged in a remote corner of Asia.
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
Surrounded by coral reefs, Chibishi in Okinawa offers thousands of terns and other birds an ideal breeding ground. They coexist with hermit crabs and other creatures in an island paradise.
09:20 We, in the Time of Corona
Fermentation designer Ogura Hiraku leverages the power of design to highlight the invisible work of microorganisms. How could fermentation shape humans' relationship with nature going forward?
09:25 Easy Japanese
#17 I've been traveling around Japan. / To say what you've been doing, change "masu" at the end of a verb to "te imasu." "Ryokoo-shimasu" (I travel) becomes "ryokoo-shite imasu" (I've been traveling).
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 July 10, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 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.
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
The indigenous Ainu people had to adapt to the Japanese culture and began losing their own. Now, a new generation of Ainu are bringing light to their history and reclaiming their language.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
In this episode, a French fishing guide tries his hand at fishing for Japanese Huchen, which can grow up to two meters in length, at Lake Shumarinai in northern Hokkaido.
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
Kobori Natsuka is a vegetable buyer who's trusted by farmers across Japan. She unearths heritage varieties and has a stream of big hits. What happens when her latest venture is hit by a snowstorm?
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "TOKYO EYE 2020," which shows various types of robots adopted in our life. One patrolls in a building and one is warm and has some weight to be loved as a pet.
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
As the pandemic continues, business is shriveling for many florists. This episode features two companies that are buying up unwanted blossoms and turning them into new business opportunities.
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 1-15.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at rice snacks: traditional food with surprising diversity.
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 Tokyo.
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
Ceuta, an autonomous Spanish city, is located on the northern shore of Africa's Mediterranean Coast. About 80,000 people live on this 5-kilometer-long peninsula. It's about an hour away from Spain.
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 July 10, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
More than 150 years ago, Tokyo was called Edo. It had the highest population of any city in the world. Let's try and find why the world's largest city emerged in a remote corner of Asia.
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 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.
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
The indigenous Ainu people had to adapt to the Japanese culture and began losing their own. Now, a new generation of Ainu are bringing light to their history and reclaiming their language.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
In this episode, a French fishing guide tries his hand at fishing for Japanese Huchen, which can grow up to two meters in length, at Lake Shumarinai in northern Hokkaido.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO July Tournament Day 8 action live from Nagoya, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest on July 11.
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
Kobori Natsuka is a vegetable buyer who's trusted by farmers across Japan. She unearths heritage varieties and has a stream of big hits. What happens when her latest venture is hit by a snowstorm?
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 second day in Tokyo.
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
More than 150 years ago, Tokyo was called Edo. It had the highest population of any city in the world. Let's try and find why the world's largest city emerged in a remote corner of Asia.
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
Established as a fortress city during the Spanish colonial period, Manila is the capital of the Philippines. In this episode, we explore the city, which is changing due to its developing economy.
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 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.
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
The indigenous Ainu people had to adapt to the Japanese culture and began losing their own. Now, a new generation of Ainu are bringing light to their history and reclaiming their language.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
In this episode, a French fishing guide tries his hand at fishing for Japanese Huchen, which can grow up to two meters in length, at Lake Shumarinai in northern Hokkaido.
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
Colorectal cancer treatment is advancing rapidly. But rectal cancer often requires removal of the anus, leading to a drastic drop in the patient's quality of life. A doctor has overcome the problem.
NHK WORLD-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 great Japanese music! This week, 10-member idol group ANGERME and Sashihara Rino-produced 12-member idol group Not Equal ME are coming to chat and perform.
06:40 Japan-easy
Today: Expressing that you want something. 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 second day in Tokyo.
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
Kobori Natsuka is a vegetable buyer who's trusted by farmers across Japan. She unearths heritage varieties and has a stream of big hits. What happens when her latest venture is hit by a snowstorm?
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "TOKYO EYE 2020," which shows various types of robots adopted in our life. One patrolls in a building and one is warm and has some weight to be loved as a pet.
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, neurosurgical instruments and weather meters.
08:40 BOSAI: Debris Flows
An increase in heavy rainfall in recent years has made debris flows a frequent problem in Japan. We'll look at research underway to help with their early detection and explore ways to protect lives.
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! "Bisuke the Marble's Great Adventure"...
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
Ceuta, an autonomous Spanish city, is located on the northern shore of Africa's Mediterranean Coast. About 80,000 people live on this 5-kilometer-long peninsula. It's about an hour away from Spain.
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 July 11, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 follow Mexican-born Alan Ibarra, a circus acrobat in western Japan, as he mentors a Japanese performer, as well as Vietnamese Dang Van Kien who works as a plasterer in Kanagawa.
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
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: saying how much you can do. Naing Myo Oo, from Myanmar, works at a sign-making company. In a roleplay challenge, he must let his supervisor know how much work he can accomplish that day.
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: The Endless Beach.
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 great Japanese music! This week, 10-member idol group ANGERME and Sashihara Rino-produced 12-member idol group Not Equal ME are coming to chat and perform.
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 July 11, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Wada Atsushi is an award-winning animator who plays with the concept of "ma," or "the space in between," building tension through contrasting movement and the absence of movement. What inspires him?
15:30 Where We Call Home
We follow Mexican-born Alan Ibarra, a circus acrobat in western Japan, as he mentors a Japanese performer, as well as Vietnamese Dang Van Kien who works as a plasterer in Kanagawa.
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 third day in Tokyo.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: saying how much you can do. Naing Myo Oo, from Myanmar, works at a sign-making company. In a roleplay challenge, he must let his supervisor know how much work he can accomplish that day.
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
In Ethiopia, one of the world's poorest countries, Samejima Hiroko founded a company that ethically produces high-quality leather handbags. She tells us the story of her unique products and business.
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: The Endless Beach.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 11, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Wada Atsushi is an award-winning animator who plays with the concept of "ma," or "the space in between," building tension through contrasting movement and the absence of movement. What inspires him?
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, 10-member idol group ANGERME and Sashihara Rino-produced 12-member idol group Not Equal ME are coming to chat and perform.
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 follow Mexican-born Alan Ibarra, a circus acrobat in western Japan, as he mentors a Japanese performer, as well as Vietnamese Dang Van Kien who works as a plasterer in Kanagawa.
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
In Ethiopia, one of the world's poorest countries, Samejima Hiroko founded a company that ethically produces high-quality leather handbags. She tells us the story of her unique products and business.
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 third day in Tokyo.
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
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: saying how much you can do. Naing Myo Oo, from Myanmar, works at a sign-making company. In a roleplay challenge, he must let his supervisor know how much work he can accomplish that day.
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: The Endless Beach.
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
Conventional optical microscopes have limits as to how small a thing and how wide a target area they can show. This episode looks at clever ideas and tech for exceeding those limits.
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 follow Mexican-born Alan Ibarra, a circus acrobat in western Japan, as he mentors a Japanese performer, as well as Vietnamese Dang Van Kien who works as a plasterer in Kanagawa.
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
In Ethiopia, one of the world's poorest countries, Samejima Hiroko founded a company that ethically produces high-quality leather handbags. She tells us the story of her unique products and business.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 12, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: saying how much you can do. Naing Myo Oo, from Myanmar, works at a sign-making company. In a roleplay challenge, he must let his supervisor know how much work he can accomplish that day.
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
Wada Atsushi is an award-winning animator who plays with the concept of "ma," or "the space in between," building tension through contrasting movement and the absence of movement. What inspires him?
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 third day in Tokyo.
05:00 NHK Documentary
More than 150 years ago, Tokyo was called Edo. It had the highest population of any city in the world. Let's try and find why the world's largest city emerged in a remote corner of Asia.
05:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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.
NHK WORLD-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
In Ethiopia, one of the world's poorest countries, Samejima Hiroko founded a company that ethically produces high-quality leather handbags. She tells us the story of her unique products and business.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
Colorectal cancer treatment is advancing rapidly. But rectal cancer often requires removal of the anus, leading to a drastic drop in the patient's quality of life. A doctor has overcome the problem.
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 Where We Call Home
We follow Mexican-born Alan Ibarra, a circus acrobat in western Japan, as he mentors a Japanese performer, as well as Vietnamese Dang Van Kien who works as a plasterer in Kanagawa.
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 BENTO EXPO
Marc introduces a hearty kushiage bento and Maki demonstrates how to make a delicious wasabi chicken bento. Bento Trip showcases a vegetable-packed kamameshi bento from Kobuchisawa in Yamanashi.
08:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: saying how much you can do. Naing Myo Oo, from Myanmar, works at a sign-making company. In a roleplay challenge, he must let his supervisor know how much work he can accomplish that day.
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 third day in Tokyo.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 12, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 Journeys in Japan
Ogawa Niki explores the back alleys and long traditions of fishing towns in the Toba Islands (Mie Pref.). On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Daigaku Buta (2) Udon with Sesame Sauce / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
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 Medical Frontiers
Colorectal cancer treatment is advancing rapidly. But rectal cancer often requires removal of the anus, leading to a drastic drop in the patient's quality of life. A doctor has overcome the problem.
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 July 12, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Fukunaga Takeshi's latest film, which is about the indigenous Ainu of Japan, received special jury mention at the 2020 Tribeca Film Festival. What inspires him to tell stories of minority communities?
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Ogawa Niki explores the back alleys and long traditions of fishing towns in the Toba Islands (Mie Pref.). On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 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 4th day in Tokyo.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Daigaku Buta (2) Udon with Sesame Sauce / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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
Akimoto Rina runs an online food market that directly connects farmers and fishers with consumers. She talks about her website and what she's doing to help food producers in the time of COVID-19.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 12, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Fukunaga Takeshi's latest film, which is about the indigenous Ainu of Japan, received special jury mention at the 2020 Tribeca Film Festival. What inspires him to tell stories of minority communities?
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Colorectal cancer treatment is advancing rapidly. But rectal cancer often requires removal of the anus, leading to a drastic drop in the patient's quality of life. A doctor has overcome the problem.
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 Journeys in Japan
Ogawa Niki explores the back alleys and long traditions of fishing towns in the Toba Islands (Mie Pref.). On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Akimoto Rina runs an online food market that directly connects farmers and fishers with consumers. She talks about her website and what she's doing to help food producers in the time of COVID-19.
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 4th day in Tokyo.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Daigaku Buta (2) Udon with Sesame Sauce / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Kamaboko is a type of fish cake that can be steamed, grilled or fried. Its crab meat-like form, "surimi" is popular abroad. Discover the artistry behind its springy texture.
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 Journeys in Japan
Ogawa Niki explores the back alleys and long traditions of fishing towns in the Toba Islands (Mie Pref.). On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Akimoto Rina runs an online food market that directly connects farmers and fishers with consumers. She talks about her website and what she's doing to help food producers in the time of COVID-19.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 13, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Daigaku Buta (2) Udon with Sesame Sauce / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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
Fukunaga Takeshi's latest film, which is about the indigenous Ainu of Japan, received special jury mention at the 2020 Tribeca Film Festival. What inspires him to tell stories of minority communities?
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 4th day in Tokyo.
05:00 BIZ STREAM
As the pandemic continues, business is shriveling for many florists. This episode features two companies that are buying up unwanted blossoms and turning them into new business opportunities.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
NHK WORLD-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
Akimoto Rina runs an online food market that directly connects farmers and fishers with consumers. She talks about her website and what she's doing to help food producers in the time of COVID-19.
06:30 Science View
Conventional optical microscopes have limits as to how small a thing and how wide a target area they can show. This episode looks at clever ideas and tech for exceeding those limits.
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 Journeys in Japan
Ogawa Niki explores the back alleys and long traditions of fishing towns in the Toba Islands (Mie Pref.). On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Daigaku Buta (2) Udon with Sesame Sauce / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 4th day in Tokyo.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 13, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Many in Tokyo started working remotely, but some found it hard to concentrate, and easy to get stressed out. To solve this problem, some in Tokyo have come up with innovative work solutions.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja residences were used to hide valuable information. The setups they used to thwart intruders are examined through action-packed reenactments.
11:45 Dig More Japan
Sports can improve our lives, and as the world recovers from the pandemic, getting exercise is more important than ever. Join us, as we dig deep into some of the best-loved sports in Japan.
11:55 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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 Side by Side
Kawasaki Hiroto and Li Wei are using sustainable techniques to rebuild a farm near the Yellow River. They share their experiences through social media and training in a bid to promote their approach.
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 Science View
Conventional optical microscopes have limits as to how small a thing and how wide a target area they can show. This episode looks at clever ideas and tech for exceeding those limits.
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 July 13, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Londoner, Josie Naughton co-founded Help Refugees, a charity devoted to raising funds to help refugees and displaced people who are escaping war, persecution and poverty.
15:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Many in Tokyo started working remotely, but some found it hard to concentrate, and easy to get stressed out. To solve this problem, some in Tokyo have come up with innovative work solutions.
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 5th day in Tokyo.
16:30 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja residences were used to hide valuable information. The setups they used to thwart intruders are examined through action-packed reenactments.
16:45 Dig More Japan
Sports can improve our lives, and as the world recovers from the pandemic, getting exercise is more important than ever. Join us, as we dig deep into some of the best-loved sports in Japan.
16:55 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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
Journalist Maria Ressa is found guilty in a case seen as a test of press freedom. In a country where journalists are under threat, Ressa's case became symbolic and followed internationally.
17:30 Side by Side
Kawasaki Hiroto and Li Wei are using sustainable techniques to rebuild a farm near the Yellow River. They share their experiences through social media and training in a bid to promote their approach.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 13, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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
Londoner, Josie Naughton co-founded Help Refugees, a charity devoted to raising funds to help refugees and displaced people who are escaping war, persecution and poverty.
19:30 Science View
Conventional optical microscopes have limits as to how small a thing and how wide a target area they can show. This episode looks at clever ideas and tech for exceeding those limits.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Many in Tokyo started working remotely, but some found it hard to concentrate, and easy to get stressed out. To solve this problem, some in Tokyo have come up with innovative work solutions.
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
Journalist Maria Ressa is found guilty in a case seen as a test of press freedom. In a country where journalists are under threat, Ressa's case became symbolic and followed internationally.
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 5th day in Tokyo.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja residences were used to hide valuable information. The setups they used to thwart intruders are examined through action-packed reenactments.
22:45 Dig More Japan
Sports can improve our lives, and as the world recovers from the pandemic, getting exercise is more important than ever. Join us, as we dig deep into some of the best-loved sports in Japan.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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 Side by Side
Kawasaki Hiroto and Li Wei are using sustainable techniques to rebuild a farm near the Yellow River. They share their experiences through social media and training in a bid to promote their approach.
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 Japan Railway Journal
The Japan Railfan Club awards its Blue Ribbon Prize and Laurel Prize to remarkable new vehicles that began service the previous year. See this year's recipients and the reasons they were selected.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Many in Tokyo started working remotely, but some found it hard to concentrate, and easy to get stressed out. To solve this problem, some in Tokyo have come up with innovative work solutions.
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
Journalist Maria Ressa is found guilty in a case seen as a test of press freedom. In a country where journalists are under threat, Ressa's case became symbolic and followed internationally.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 14, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja residences were used to hide valuable information. The setups they used to thwart intruders are examined through action-packed reenactments.
03:45 Dig More Japan
Sports can improve our lives, and as the world recovers from the pandemic, getting exercise is more important than ever. Join us, as we dig deep into some of the best-loved sports in Japan.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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
Londoner, Josie Naughton co-founded Help Refugees, a charity devoted to raising funds to help refugees and displaced people who are escaping war, persecution and poverty.
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 5th day in Tokyo.
05:00 Today's Close-Up
Experts say analysis that shows how highly contagious coronavirus variants have spread between countries and how their particles linger in the air could be the answer to stopping them.
05:30 Side by Side
Kawasaki Hiroto and Li Wei are using sustainable techniques to rebuild a farm near the Yellow River. They share their experiences through social media and training in a bid to promote their approach.
