NHK WORLD-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
Paszko launched a fake online cosmetic shop since the coronavirus pandemic began. Many women have faced abuse from partners during lockdown. They could secretly send SOS messages through a shop.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
Some foreign residents of Japan have been unable to find final resting places after death because of rules relating to nationality and culture. We look at efforts being made to address the issue.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 5
From fish markets to driving schools, this episode shows how some Japanese companies are using AI technology to deal with human resources issues that have only worsened during the pandemic.
07:30 Asia Insight
The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated economies around Asia, and business owners in China, Mongolia, Taiwan and Cambodia are feeling the pinch. How are they planning to stay afloat?
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 Zero Waste Life
For over 40 years Tsukamoto Yoshifusa has made scrap wood violins. Old, dry wood is ideal. The denser the grain, the richer the sound. The "joy of wood" helps keep his family in harmony.
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 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
A project that conveys the charm of the Para Sports with anime. Vision Impaired Marathon where a runner runs alongside a guide runner is portrayed in collaboration with a graphic novel "Mashirohi."
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at konamon: flour-based cuisine. Two popular examples are takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator seeks glimpses of sprites and spirits mysterious yet familiar presence in Tono, Iwate Pref.
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 Preview
NHK WORLD-JAPAN looks ahead to the Grand Sumo September Tournament starting Sept. 12. Our reporter asks a former yokozuna about the ring-entering ceremony performed by yokozuna during tournaments.
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 Far from Futaba
Futaba is the only evacuated town in Fukushima Prefecture whose residents have yet to return. This documentary depicts 10 years of the townspeople's nuclear exile and the true cost of atomic energy.
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 China's "Ghost Castles"
Chinese cities have recently seen an increase in "ghost castles," apartments in which construction is halted midway, forcing buyers to live in unfinished homes or pay extra rent for another residence.
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
From the port of Kobe, we cycle across the fall mountains to explore the inland side of Hyogo Pref., an area where people treasure their unique cultural traditions as a legacy for generations to come.
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
Some foreign residents of Japan have been unable to find final resting places after death because of rules relating to nationality and culture. We look at efforts being made to address the issue.
13:40 The Signs
Japan is currently the world's fifth largest emitter of CO2, but efforts that transcend generations and social standing are underway to find a path toward a decarbonized society.
13:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Wheelchair Basketball, one of the most popular Para Sports, is portrayed in collaboration with a basketball manga "DEAR BOYS" by Hiroki Yagami. The theme song is written by Daichi Miura.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 COOL JAPAN
Examples of activities to protect life on land in Japan are evaluated from the viewpoint of "Life on Land," one of the Sustainable Development Goals set by the UN for achievement by 2030.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute."
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
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, home bread makers, which let you to bake bread at home by simply pressing a button.
15:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, glow in the dark pigments, which absorb light to glow in the dark.
15:40 BOSAI: Long-period Ground Motionan
This program examines two types of earthquake phenomena: long-period ground motion and the long-period pulse. We'll also look at the effects of earthquakes on buildings and explore ways to save lives.
15:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "You Don't Believe it! #1"..
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 Far from Futaba
Futaba is the only evacuated town in Fukushima Prefecture whose residents have yet to return. This documentary depicts 10 years of the townspeople's nuclear exile and the true cost of atomic energy.
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 China's "Ghost Castles"
Chinese cities have recently seen an increase in "ghost castles," apartments in which construction is halted midway, forcing buyers to live in unfinished homes or pay extra rent for another residence.
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 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, home bread makers, which let you to bake bread at home by simply pressing a button.
18:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, glow in the dark pigments, which absorb light to glow in the dark.
18:40 BOSAI: Long-period Ground Motionan
This program examines two types of earthquake phenomena: long-period ground motion and the long-period pulse. We'll also look at the effects of earthquakes on buildings and explore ways to save lives.
18:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "You Don't Believe it! #1"..
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
From the port of Kobe, we cycle across the fall mountains to explore the inland side of Hyogo Pref., an area where people treasure their unique cultural traditions as a legacy for generations to come.
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
Some foreign residents of Japan have been unable to find final resting places after death because of rules relating to nationality and culture. We look at efforts being made to address the issue.
20:40 The Signs
Japan is currently the world's fifth largest emitter of CO2, but efforts that transcend generations and social standing are underway to find a path toward a decarbonized society.
20:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Wheelchair Basketball, one of the most popular Para Sports, is portrayed in collaboration with a basketball manga "DEAR BOYS" by Hiroki Yagami. The theme song is written by Daichi Miura.
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
Examples of activities to protect life on land in Japan are evaluated from the viewpoint of "Life on Land," one of the Sustainable Development Goals set by the UN for achievement by 2030.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute."
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 Far from Futaba
Futaba is the only evacuated town in Fukushima Prefecture whose residents have yet to return. This documentary depicts 10 years of the townspeople's nuclear exile and the true cost of atomic energy.
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 China's "Ghost Castles"
Chinese cities have recently seen an increase in "ghost castles," apartments in which construction is halted midway, forcing buyers to live in unfinished homes or pay extra rent for another residence.
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
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, home bread makers, which let you to bake bread at home by simply pressing a button.
00:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, glow in the dark pigments, which absorb light to glow in the dark.
00:40 BOSAI: Long-period Ground Motionan
This program examines two types of earthquake phenomena: long-period ground motion and the long-period pulse. We'll also look at the effects of earthquakes on buildings and explore ways to save lives.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Anime Supernova," which shows Yashiro Takeshi, a stop-motion animator. He began working on original stop-motion animated works at the age of 43. The show presents his energy.
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
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 COOL JAPAN
Examples of activities to protect life on land in Japan are evaluated from the viewpoint of "Life on Land," one of the Sustainable Development Goals set by the UN for achievement by 2030.
02:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Wheelchair Basketball, one of the most popular Para Sports, is portrayed in collaboration with a basketball manga "DEAR BOYS" by Hiroki Yagami. The theme song is written by Daichi Miura.
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
From the port of Kobe, we cycle across the fall mountains to explore the inland side of Hyogo Pref., an area where people treasure their unique cultural traditions as a legacy for generations to come.
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 Far from Futaba
Futaba is the only evacuated town in Fukushima Prefecture whose residents have yet to return. This documentary depicts 10 years of the townspeople's nuclear exile and the true cost of atomic energy.
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 China's "Ghost Castles"
Chinese cities have recently seen an increase in "ghost castles," apartments in which construction is halted midway, forcing buyers to live in unfinished homes or pay extra rent for another residence.
NHK WORLD-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 report features a company that has taken industrial recycling to the extreme. With a recycle rate of 99%, the company is turning waste materials into furniture and other useful items.
06:40 The Signs
Japan is currently the world's fifth largest emitter of CO2, but efforts that transcend generations and social standing are underway to find a path toward a decarbonized society.
06:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Wheelchair Basketball, one of the most popular Para Sports, is portrayed in collaboration with a basketball manga "DEAR BOYS" by Hiroki Yagami. The theme song is written by Daichi Miura.
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
From the port of Kobe, we cycle across the fall mountains to explore the inland side of Hyogo Pref., an area where people treasure their unique cultural traditions as a legacy for generations to come.
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
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
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 COOL JAPAN
Examples of activities to protect life on land in Japan are evaluated from the viewpoint of "Life on Land," one of the Sustainable Development Goals set by the UN for achievement by 2030.
09:55 Easy Japanese
#26 This Japanese omelet is sweet and delicious. / Stack adjectives to get more ways to express your impressions. The key is changing the first "i" of "i"-ending adjectives to "kute."
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Satoyama-mountains surrounding villages offer an authentic Japanese landscape along with seasonal gifts that provide Japanese cuisine with its revered seasonal flexibility.
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
In winter 2019, a local newspaper, Yawatahama Shimbun, ceased publication after nearly a century. The program follows the husband-and-wife team responsible for publishing it until its final day.
11:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#8 Onomatopoeia/ We'll look at some examples of onomatopoeia, the imitation of sounds in words. The Japanese language is rich with such words.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The 256-kilometer-long Teshio River flows through vast forests and wildernesses from its midstream to its mouth. Canadian-born veteran canoeist will take a two-day trip down the river.
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
Delivery drivers have helped to support the daily lives in many in the midst of the pandemic, and 29-year-old Nagasawa Kota is recognized as one of the best of the 60,000 drivers at his company.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Anime Supernova," which shows Yashiro Takeshi, a stop-motion animator. He began working on original stop-motion animated works at the age of 43. The show presents his energy.
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 report features a company that has taken industrial recycling to the extreme. With a recycle rate of 99%, the company is turning waste materials into furniture and other useful items.
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 2-1.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at konamon: flour-based cuisine. Two popular examples are takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
13:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
A project that conveys the charm of Paralympic sports with anime. Para Table Tennis is portrayed in collaboration with the children's book "TEAM OF TWO HEARTS."
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
Ushuaia, Argentina is the world's southernmost city. People seeking work from all over South America have moved here. In this episode, we explore Ushuaia and meet its friendly, kindhearted residents.
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
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Satoyama-mountains surrounding villages offer an authentic Japanese landscape along with seasonal gifts that provide Japanese cuisine with its revered seasonal flexibility.
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
In winter 2019, a local newspaper, Yawatahama Shimbun, ceased publication after nearly a century. The program follows the husband-and-wife team responsible for publishing it until its final day.
17:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#8 Onomatopoeia/ We'll look at some examples of onomatopoeia, the imitation of sounds in words. The Japanese language is rich with such words.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The 256-kilometer-long Teshio River flows through vast forests and wildernesses from its midstream to its mouth. Canadian-born veteran canoeist will take a two-day trip down the river.
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 September Tournament opening day action live from Tokyo, as top wrestlers have their first bouts on September 12.
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
Delivery drivers have helped to support the daily lives in many in the midst of the pandemic, and 29-year-old Nagasawa Kota is recognized as one of the best of the 60,000 drivers at his company.
19:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
A project that conveys the charm of Paralympic sports with anime. Para Table Tennis is portrayed in collaboration with the children's book "TEAM OF TWO HEARTS."
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
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
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
Ushuaia, Argentina is the world's southernmost city. People seeking work from all over South America have moved here. In this episode, we explore Ushuaia and meet its friendly, kindhearted residents.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Satoyama-mountains surrounding villages offer an authentic Japanese landscape along with seasonal gifts that provide Japanese cuisine with its revered seasonal flexibility.
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
In winter 2019, a local newspaper, Yawatahama Shimbun, ceased publication after nearly a century. The program follows the husband-and-wife team responsible for publishing it until its final day.
23:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#8 Onomatopoeia/ We'll look at some examples of onomatopoeia, the imitation of sounds in words. The Japanese language is rich with such words.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The 256-kilometer-long Teshio River flows through vast forests and wildernesses from its midstream to its mouth. Canadian-born veteran canoeist will take a two-day trip down the river.
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 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.
00:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Good or Evil Soul
We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?
00:30 Medical Frontiers
Red, swollen scars resulting from surgery or burns can have a major impact, both physically and psychologically. We focus on a new medical field called mechanotherapy, which treats such scars.
NHK WORLD-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, ever-evolving singer Hikawa Kiyoshi and Momoiro Clover Z member Takagi Reni are coming to chat and perform.
06:40 Japan-easy2
Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! First watch the 15-minute program, then visit our website. Today, we'll learn how to say "Shinjuku, please,"in Japanese.
06:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
A project that conveys the charm of Paralympic sports with anime. Para Table Tennis is portrayed in collaboration with the children's book "TEAM OF TWO HEARTS."
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
Delivery drivers have helped to support the daily lives in many in the midst of the pandemic, and 29-year-old Nagasawa Kota is recognized as one of the best of the 60,000 drivers at his company.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Anime Supernova," which shows Yashiro Takeshi, a stop-motion animator. He began working on original stop-motion animated works at the age of 43. The show presents his energy.
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
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, home bread makers, which let you to bake bread at home by simply pressing a button.
08:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, glow in the dark pigments, which absorb light to glow in the dark.
08:40 BOSAI: Long-period Ground Motionan
This program examines two types of earthquake phenomena: long-period ground motion and the long-period pulse. We'll also look at the effects of earthquakes on buildings and explore ways to save lives.
08:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "You Don't Believe it! #1"..
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
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It was built by European settlers in the 19th century. It has a free spirit that allows both men and women to chase their dreams and let their talents soar.
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 September 12, Day 1 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.
10:30 Where We Call Home
We meet two Brazilians in Japan helping their compatriots fight isolation caused by the pandemic - Irineu Carlos, a clinical psychologist, and Rafael Kinoshita who runs a music school for children.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 6
Get an inside look at two companies that are combining modern technology with personal experience in order to create custom-made wheelchair accessible vehicles and cutting-edge prosthetics.
11:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Students in past editions of Easy Japanese for Work return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson. This time, the students are Nu Nu Aung (from Myanmar) and Raphael Marso (from Germany).
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 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.
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 SPECIAL EDITION 6
Get an inside look at two companies that are combining modern technology with personal experience in order to create custom-made wheelchair accessible vehicles and cutting-edge prosthetics.
13:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, ever-evolving singer Hikawa Kiyoshi and Momoiro Clover Z member Takagi Reni 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.
14:10 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.
14:23 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
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 September 12, Day 1 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 The Sea of Japan
When spring comes, the Sea of Japan flourishes as plankton reach peak levels. Firefly squid spawn along the shoreline, emitting magical blue light in the surf on nights of the new moon.
15:25 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at miso, Japan's healthy and comforting taste of home.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet two Brazilians in Japan helping their compatriots fight isolation caused by the pandemic - Irineu Carlos, a clinical psychologist, and Rafael Kinoshita who runs a music school for children.
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 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
16:15 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Students in past editions of Easy Japanese for Work return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson. This time, the students are Nu Nu Aung (from Myanmar) and Raphael Marso (from Germany).
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Good or Evil Soul
We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?
17:15 Direct Talk
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, Kaneta Taio created a cafe that pops up at locations around northeastern Japan. There, survivors open up to him as he helps them process their grief.
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.
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 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:18 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
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 September 12, Day 1 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 Direct Talk
Kogenji Ryota is a world champion pole dancer who was named Mr. Pole Dance 2020. How does he come up with his routines, for which audiences have described him as being like a floating white fairy?
19:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, ever-evolving singer Hikawa Kiyoshi and Momoiro Clover Z member Takagi Reni 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.
20:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:23 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at miso, Japan's healthy and comforting taste of home.
20:30 Where We Call Home
We meet two Brazilians in Japan helping their compatriots fight isolation caused by the pandemic - Irineu Carlos, a clinical psychologist, and Rafael Kinoshita who runs a music school for children.
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
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, Kaneta Taio created a cafe that pops up at locations around northeastern Japan. There, survivors open up to him as he helps them process their grief.
21:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
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.
22:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:23 Selfie Japan!
Today, we visit Nagasaki Prefecture in Kyushu, a city that retains images of its past when it used to be the only port open to the West. Duan Wenning will show you some of the best selfie spots here.
22:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Students in past editions of Easy Japanese for Work return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson. This time, the students are Nu Nu Aung (from Myanmar) and Raphael Marso (from Germany).
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.
23:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:23 Muscles for All! (Push-ups 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
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.
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 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.
00:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
00:30 Science View
In Part 2 of the special episodes from Tokyo's Tama area, visit the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. Find out the latest observation equipment revealing new images of the sun and galaxies.
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 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.
01:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 6
Get an inside look at two companies that are combining modern technology with personal experience in order to create custom-made wheelchair accessible vehicles and cutting-edge prosthetics.
01:30 Where We Call Home
We meet two Brazilians in Japan helping their compatriots fight isolation caused by the pandemic - Irineu Carlos, a clinical psychologist, and Rafael Kinoshita who runs a music school for children.
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 Direct Talk
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, Kaneta Taio created a cafe that pops up at locations around northeastern Japan. There, survivors open up to him as he helps them process their grief.
02:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
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 September 13, Day 2 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 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.
03:23 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at miso, Japan's healthy and comforting taste of home.
03:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Students in past editions of Easy Japanese for Work return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson. This time, the students are Nu Nu Aung (from Myanmar) and Raphael Marso (from Germany).
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
Kogenji Ryota is a world champion pole dancer who was named Mr. Pole Dance 2020. How does he come up with his routines, for which audiences have described him as being like a floating white fairy?
04:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
05:00 NHK Documentary
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
05:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator seeks glimpses of sprites and spirits mysterious yet familiar presence in Tono, Iwate Pref.
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
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, Kaneta Taio created a cafe that pops up at locations around northeastern Japan. There, survivors open up to him as he helps them process their grief.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
Red, swollen scars resulting from surgery or burns can have a major impact, both physically and psychologically. We focus on a new medical field called mechanotherapy, which treats such scars.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 6
Get an inside look at two companies that are combining modern technology with personal experience in order to create custom-made wheelchair accessible vehicles and cutting-edge prosthetics.
07:30 Where We Call Home
We meet two Brazilians in Japan helping their compatriots fight isolation caused by the pandemic - Irineu Carlos, a clinical psychologist, and Rafael Kinoshita who runs a music school for children.
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
Maki shows us how to make a ham cutlet bento, and Marc introduces a Japanese style keema curry bento. Bento Trip takes us to Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, where a kinmedai sushi bento is showcased.
08:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Students in past editions of Easy Japanese for Work return for a quiz-style business Japanese lesson. This time, the students are Nu Nu Aung (from Myanmar) and Raphael Marso (from Germany).
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 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
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 September 13, Day 2 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 Journeys in Japan
Musician James Kohlman visits Omihachiman, a town fed by sacred Lake Biwa, to discover its merchant heritage, culinary delights and the legacy of an American architect.
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 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 7
This episode focuses on a surge in camping and outdoor related businesses as people in Japan look for safe ways to enjoy themselves during the pandemic.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Meatball Sukiyaki (2) Wakame and Cucumber Salad / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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 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.
12:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
12:30 Document 72 Hours
Down a nondescript Tokyo alley, a stone carving of a Buddhist guardian deity stands under a huge ginkgo tree. Why do people visit this unique site? What do they pray for? For 3 days, we asked them.
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 SPECIAL EDITION 7
This episode focuses on a surge in camping and outdoor related businesses as people in Japan look for safe ways to enjoy themselves during the pandemic.
13:23 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.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Red, swollen scars resulting from surgery or burns can have a major impact, both physically and psychologically. We focus on a new medical field called mechanotherapy, which treats such scars.
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 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.
14:23 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 mountains.
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 September 13, Day 2 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 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
15:25 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Musician James Kohlman visits Omihachiman, a town fed by sacred Lake Biwa, to discover its merchant heritage, culinary delights and the legacy of an American architect.
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 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
16:15 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Meatball Sukiyaki (2) Wakame and Cucumber Salad / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
17:15 Direct Talk
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Down a nondescript Tokyo alley, a stone carving of a Buddhist guardian deity stands under a huge ginkgo tree. Why do people visit this unique site? What do they pray for? For 3 days, we asked them.
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 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:18 Muscles for All! (Abs 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
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 September 13, Day 2 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 Direct Talk
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
19:25 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 mountains.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Red, swollen scars resulting from surgery or burns can have a major impact, both physically and psychologically. We focus on a new medical field called mechanotherapy, which treats such scars.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:23 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.
20:30 Journeys in Japan
Musician James Kohlman visits Omihachiman, a town fed by sacred Lake Biwa, to discover its merchant heritage, culinary delights and the legacy of an American architect.
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
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
21:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
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.
22:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:23 Selfie Japan!
Today, our destination is Saga Pref., which faces the Ariake Sea. We will take selfies at Torii gates on the sea. Duan Wenning will try fishing blue-spotted mudskippers, and will taste Takezaki crabs.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Meatball Sukiyaki (2) Wakame and Cucumber Salad / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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.
23:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:23 Muscles for All! (Abs 1)
No matter your age or gender, just 5 minutes of the right workout can build strength and transform your body. "Muscles don't lie." Let's tax our muscles to the max!
23:30 Document 72 Hours
Down a nondescript Tokyo alley, a stone carving of a Buddhist guardian deity stands under a huge ginkgo tree. Why do people visit this unique site? What do they pray for? For 3 days, we asked them.
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 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.
00:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Spring Party
We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.
00:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Komatsuna is a spinach-like leaf vegetable from Tokyo grown in the ward of Edogawa, which faces Tokyo Bay. We visit fields in the middle of the metropolis and find out all about Komatsuna.
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 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.
01:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 7
This episode focuses on a surge in camping and outdoor related businesses as people in Japan look for safe ways to enjoy themselves during the pandemic.
01:30 Journeys in Japan
Musician James Kohlman visits Omihachiman, a town fed by sacred Lake Biwa, to discover its merchant heritage, culinary delights and the legacy of an American architect.
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 Direct Talk
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
02:25 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 mountains.
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 September 14, Day 3 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 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.
03:23 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Meatball Sukiyaki (2) Wakame and Cucumber Salad / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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
Nodoka Okisawa is one of the world's most buzzed-about young conductors. In 2019 she won the prestigious International Besancon Competition. We speak to her about her musical passions.
04:55 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
05:00 BIZ STREAM
This report features a company that has taken industrial recycling to the extreme. With a recycle rate of 99%, the company is turning waste materials into furniture and other useful items.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Down a nondescript Tokyo alley, a stone carving of a Buddhist guardian deity stands under a huge ginkgo tree. Why do people visit this unique site? What do they pray for? For 3 days, we asked them.
