NHK WORLD-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
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.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
People are increasingly looking for more gratifying ways to mourn the death of loved ones, often to ease regret over the way they died. We take a look at this new trend in memorial services.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Asia Insight
In Rudong, where the one-child policy began 10 years early, 36% of the population are seniors. Although the policy has ended, their children are choosing not to have more than one child of their own.
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 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Notices Instead of Vaccine.
08:35 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Benefits in the Edo Period.
08:40 Selfie Japan!
Duan visits Ibaraki Prefecture to learn about traditional medicine. In the city of Mito she drops by an Edo-period school that preserves old medical books, and eats ramen with medicinal ingredients.
08:45 Zero Waste Life
Flowers color life's important moments but are all too quickly discarded. Kawashima Haruka dries discarded flowers, giving them new purpose, ensuring they're cherished to the end.
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 Cooling Off Along Takinogawa River
We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at karakuri ningyo, or mechanical dolls. Their clever mechanisms have been entertaining the public for centuries.
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 J-Arena
Elite athletes are not immune to stress. We explore efforts in Japan to protect mental health using specialist coaches who help athletes fulfill their potential without sacrificing their well-being.
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 Kabul Calling - August 2021 -
On August 15, 2021, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul. What is life like for those living under their rule? We interviewed people who are now facing an uncertain future.
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 Fukushima Monologue
Since the 2011 nuclear accident, Matsumura Naoto has been single-handedly caring for abandoned animals in the exclusion zone. Amid disruptive change, he recounts his quest to reclaim a lost life.
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 Train Cruise
Our journey takes us to subtropical Miyazaki Prefecture, in southeastern Kyushu on the Pacific Ocean, where we cover 170 kilometers from north to south along stunning coastline.
12:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.
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
People are increasingly looking for more gratifying ways to mourn the death of loved ones, often to ease regret over the way they died. We take a look at this new trend in memorial services.
13:40 The Signs
As COVID-19 continues to mutate and spread, most infections in Japan are caused by new variants. Come along and explore cutting-edge virus detecting technologies being developed in the private sector.
13:55 School Bag
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they create a super-realistic school backpack.
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 GATTEN!
Do you have trouble swallowing? We have an easy stretch that could help! It's not an exercise for your mouth or throat--it's somewhere quite surprising. And it has a connection with the tongue...
14:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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, the 2D barcodes called QR codes, invented in Japan in 1994 by a car component maker.
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, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
15:40 BOSAI: Urban Flooding
Many Japan cities sit in low-lying areas, putting them at risk of floods. This program looks at the unique mechanisms of urban flooding such as sewage backflow, and explores 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 "FRAMY"...
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 Kabul Calling - August 2021 -
On August 15, 2021, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul. What is life like for those living under their rule? We interviewed people who are now facing an uncertain future.
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 Fukushima Monologue
Since the 2011 nuclear accident, Matsumura Naoto has been single-handedly caring for abandoned animals in the exclusion zone. Amid disruptive change, he recounts his quest to reclaim a lost life.
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, the 2D barcodes called QR codes, invented in Japan in 1994 by a car component maker.
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, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
18:40 BOSAI: Urban Flooding
Many Japan cities sit in low-lying areas, putting them at risk of floods. This program looks at the unique mechanisms of urban flooding such as sewage backflow, and explores 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 "FRAMY"...
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 Train Cruise
Our journey takes us to subtropical Miyazaki Prefecture, in southeastern Kyushu on the Pacific Ocean, where we cover 170 kilometers from north to south along stunning coastline.
19:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.
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
People are increasingly looking for more gratifying ways to mourn the death of loved ones, often to ease regret over the way they died. We take a look at this new trend in memorial services.
20:40 The Signs
As COVID-19 continues to mutate and spread, most infections in Japan are caused by new variants. Come along and explore cutting-edge virus detecting technologies being developed in the private sector.
20:55 School Bag
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they create a super-realistic school backpack.
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 GATTEN!
Do you have trouble swallowing? We have an easy stretch that could help! It's not an exercise for your mouth or throat--it's somewhere quite surprising. And it has a connection with the tongue...
21:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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 Kabul Calling - August 2021 -
On August 15, 2021, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul. What is life like for those living under their rule? We interviewed people who are now facing an uncertain future.
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 Fukushima Monologue
Since the 2011 nuclear accident, Matsumura Naoto has been single-handedly caring for abandoned animals in the exclusion zone. Amid disruptive change, he recounts his quest to reclaim a lost life.
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, the 2D barcodes called QR codes, invented in Japan in 1994 by a car component maker.
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, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
00:40 BOSAI: Urban Flooding
Many Japan cities sit in low-lying areas, putting them at risk of floods. This program looks at the unique mechanisms of urban flooding such as sewage backflow, and explores ways to save lives.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Face to Face" in which Robert Campbell interviews leading persons in various fields. In this episode, he talks with Manabe Daito, an art director who unites technology and art.
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
2020 witnessed the first suspected use of autonomous killer drones in real-world conflict. In this episode, we probe the alarming revolution in warfare that AI-controlled weapons are ushering in.
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 GATTEN!
Do you have trouble swallowing? We have an easy stretch that could help! It's not an exercise for your mouth or throat--it's somewhere quite surprising. And it has a connection with the tongue...
02:55 School Bag
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they create a super-realistic school backpack.
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 Train Cruise
Our journey takes us to subtropical Miyazaki Prefecture, in southeastern Kyushu on the Pacific Ocean, where we cover 170 kilometers from north to south along stunning coastline.
03:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.
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 Kabul Calling - August 2021 -
On August 15, 2021, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul. What is life like for those living under their rule? We interviewed people who are now facing an uncertain future.
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 Fukushima Monologue
Since the 2011 nuclear accident, Matsumura Naoto has been single-handedly caring for abandoned animals in the exclusion zone. Amid disruptive change, he recounts his quest to reclaim a lost life.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode introduces a Japanese 'femtech' company that has developed "period shorts" - a specially designed undergarment for women to wear during their menstrual periods.
06:40 The Signs
As COVID-19 continues to mutate and spread, most infections in Japan are caused by new variants. Come along and explore cutting-edge virus detecting technologies being developed in the private sector.
06:55 School Bag
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they create a super-realistic school backpack.
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 Train Cruise
Our journey takes us to subtropical Miyazaki Prefecture, in southeastern Kyushu on the Pacific Ocean, where we cover 170 kilometers from north to south along stunning coastline.
07:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at donburi rice bowls, Japan's ultimate comfort food.
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
2020 witnessed the first suspected use of autonomous killer drones in real-world conflict. In this episode, we probe the alarming revolution in warfare that AI-controlled weapons are ushering in.
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 GATTEN!
Do you have trouble swallowing? We have an easy stretch that could help! It's not an exercise for your mouth or throat--it's somewhere quite surprising. And it has a connection with the tongue...
09:55 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
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
A unique shared house for people with severe mental and physical challenges is helping residents become more independent, and their caregivers to gain important insights into life and relationships.
11:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#2 Sumimasen. A versatile word/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A French kayaking specialist and a Japanese guide take a tour along the coastline of Shakotan peninsula in a sea kayak, where they fully enjoy a unique nature experience in an unknown spot.
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
Led by infectious disease specialist Kasahara Kei, this is a record of medical professionals who fought on the frontline against COVID-19 at a university hospital.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Face to Face" in which Robert Campbell interviews leading persons in various fields. In this episode, he talks with Manabe Daito, an art director who unites technology and art.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode introduces a Japanese 'femtech' company that has developed "period shorts" - a specially designed undergarment for women to wear during their menstrual periods.
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 2-4.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at karakuri ningyo, or mechanical dolls. Their clever mechanisms have been entertaining the public for centuries.
13:55 Airing Laundry at the Local Well
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
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
This is Macao. Once a Portuguese colony, it's now a special administrative region of China. Casino gaming has made Macao a wealthy city, yet there are still areas where the old way of life continues.
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
2020 witnessed the first suspected use of autonomous killer drones in real-world conflict. In this episode, we probe the alarming revolution in warfare that AI-controlled weapons are ushering in.
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
A unique shared house for people with severe mental and physical challenges is helping residents become more independent, and their caregivers to gain important insights into life and relationships.
17:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#2 Sumimasen. A versatile word/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A French kayaking specialist and a Japanese guide take a tour along the coastline of Shakotan peninsula in a sea kayak, where they fully enjoy a unique nature experience in an unknown spot.
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode introduces a Japanese 'femtech' company that has developed "period shorts" - a specially designed undergarment for women to wear during their menstrual periods.
18:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-4.
18:50 Easy Japanese
#29 I went to listen to a piano recital. / To explain why you went somewhere, replace "masu" of a verb, for example, "kikimasu" (to listen) with "ni ikimashita" (went to do something).
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Face to Face" in which Robert Campbell interviews leading persons in various fields. In this episode, he talks with Manabe Daito, an art director who unites technology and art.
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
Led by infectious disease specialist Kasahara Kei, this is a record of medical professionals who fought on the frontline against COVID-19 at a university hospital.
19:55 Airing Laundry at the Local Well
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
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
2020 witnessed the first suspected use of autonomous killer drones in real-world conflict. In this episode, we probe the alarming revolution in warfare that AI-controlled weapons are ushering in.
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
This is Macao. Once a Portuguese colony, it's now a special administrative region of China. Casino gaming has made Macao a wealthy city, yet there are still areas where the old way of life continues.
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
A unique shared house for people with severe mental and physical challenges is helping residents become more independent, and their caregivers to gain important insights into life and relationships.
23:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#2 Sumimasen. A versatile word/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A French kayaking specialist and a Japanese guide take a tour along the coastline of Shakotan peninsula in a sea kayak, where they fully enjoy a unique nature experience in an unknown spot.
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
Japanese doctors are leading efforts to fight intractable diseases by balancing the gut microbiota. We focus on the latest treatments for ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis.
NHK WORLD-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, super-talented singer Kaizo Ryota and the four Nagoya-based entertainers of MATSURI nine. are coming to chat and perform.
06:40 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "Who is this?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! First watch the 15-minute program, then visit our website.
06:55 Airing Laundry at the Local Well
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
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
Led by infectious disease specialist Kasahara Kei, this is a record of medical professionals who fought on the frontline against COVID-19 at a university hospital.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Face to Face" in which Robert Campbell interviews leading persons in various fields. In this episode, he talks with Manabe Daito, an art director who unites technology and art.
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, the 2D barcodes called QR codes, invented in Japan in 1994 by a car component maker.
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, an invention that makes dirty water clean: water-purifying powder.
08:40 BOSAI: Urban Flooding
Many Japan cities sit in low-lying areas, putting them at risk of floods. This program looks at the unique mechanisms of urban flooding such as sewage backflow, and explores 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 "FRAMY"...
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
This is Macao. Once a Portuguese colony, it's now a special administrative region of China. Casino gaming has made Macao a wealthy city, yet there are still areas where the old way of life continues.
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 Direct Talk
Kenichi Yoshida is a musician who plays the Tsugaru-jamisen, a stringed instrument from Japan's Tohoku region. We speak with him about his efforts to share Tsugaru-jamisen music with the world.
11:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc demonstrates how to make an okonomiyaki bento and Maki introduces a simple and delicious mayo-yaki chicken bento. Bento Trip travels to Indonesia, where character bento have become all the rage.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: explaining when there's been a misunderstanding. Bima Aji Nugroho, from Indonesia, works at a metalworking company in Saitama Prefecture. He worries about problems due to miscommunication.
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.
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, super-talented singer Kaizo Ryota and the four Nagoya-based entertainers of MATSURI nine. 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 The Mark of Beauty
Take a trip on a railroad and revel in the ever-changing scenery. Perfect to complement such a trip is Ekiben, or box lunch sold at stations. Join us as we set out to enjoy flavors across Japan.
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
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc demonstrates how to make an okonomiyaki bento and Maki introduces a simple and delicious mayo-yaki chicken bento. Bento Trip travels to Indonesia, where character bento have become all the rage.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: explaining when there's been a misunderstanding. Bima Aji Nugroho, from Indonesia, works at a metalworking company in Saitama Prefecture. He worries about problems due to miscommunication.
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
Kenichi Yoshida is a musician who plays the Tsugaru-jamisen, a stringed instrument from Japan's Tohoku region. We speak with him about his efforts to share Tsugaru-jamisen music with the world.
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.
18:15 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 The Mark of Beauty
Take a trip on a railroad and revel in the ever-changing scenery. Perfect to complement such a trip is Ekiben, or box lunch sold at stations. Join us as we set out to enjoy flavors across Japan.
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
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, super-talented singer Kaizo Ryota and the four Nagoya-based entertainers of MATSURI nine. 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.
20:18 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
Kenichi Yoshida is a musician who plays the Tsugaru-jamisen, a stringed instrument from Japan's Tohoku region. We speak with him about his efforts to share Tsugaru-jamisen music with the world.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
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.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc demonstrates how to make an okonomiyaki bento and Maki introduces a simple and delicious mayo-yaki chicken bento. Bento Trip travels to Indonesia, where character bento have become all the rage.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: explaining when there's been a misunderstanding. Bima Aji Nugroho, from Indonesia, works at a metalworking company in Saitama Prefecture. He worries about problems due to miscommunication.
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.
23:18 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.
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
Science for our future. Cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.
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
Kenichi Yoshida is a musician who plays the Tsugaru-jamisen, a stringed instrument from Japan's Tohoku region. We speak with him about his efforts to share Tsugaru-jamisen music with the world.
02:30 The Mark of Beauty
Take a trip on a railroad and revel in the ever-changing scenery. Perfect to complement such a trip is Ekiben, or box lunch sold at stations. Join us as we set out to enjoy flavors across Japan.
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 demonstrates how to make an okonomiyaki bento and Maki introduces a simple and delicious mayo-yaki chicken bento. Bento Trip travels to Indonesia, where character bento have become all the rage.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: explaining when there's been a misunderstanding. Bima Aji Nugroho, from Indonesia, works at a metalworking company in Saitama Prefecture. He worries about problems due to miscommunication.
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
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
05:00 NHK Documentary
2020 witnessed the first suspected use of autonomous killer drones in real-world conflict. In this episode, we probe the alarming revolution in warfare that AI-controlled weapons are ushering in.
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.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
Japanese doctors are leading efforts to fight intractable diseases by balancing the gut microbiota. We focus on the latest treatments for ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis.
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.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
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.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc demonstrates how to make an okonomiyaki bento and Maki introduces a simple and delicious mayo-yaki chicken bento. Bento Trip travels to Indonesia, where character bento have become all the rage.
08:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: explaining when there's been a misunderstanding. Bima Aji Nugroho, from Indonesia, works at a metalworking company in Saitama Prefecture. He worries about problems due to miscommunication.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Take a trip on a railroad and revel in the ever-changing scenery. Perfect to complement such a trip is Ekiben, or box lunch sold at stations. Join us as we set out to enjoy flavors across Japan.
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
We take a tour of cultural legacies influenced by samurai patronage in Kyushu, Ishikawa, Yamagata and Aomori from gold leaf and stone walls to textile dyeing.
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 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?
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Let's review the basics of Japanese cooking with chef Rika and master chef Saito. In this second episode, we focus on two of the most popular seasonings used in Japanese cuisine: shoyu and miso.
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
A uniform specialty shop in the heart of Tokyo, sells garments for workers in every industry. What does a brand-new uniform mean to these workers? For 3 days in March, we listened to their stories.
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
Japanese doctors are leading efforts to fight intractable diseases by balancing the gut microbiota. We focus on the latest treatments for ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis.
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 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor has a cutting-edge dialogue on the hot issue: from politics, economy, international situation or cultural topics. A few specialists invited to NHK World JAPAN's NYC studio.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
Glaucoma affects 7.6 billion people worldwide. In Japan, glaucoma is the leading cause of visual impairment, but it is hard to spot. Find out how to detect glaucoma early to protect your vision.
14:55 We, in the Time of Corona
The coronavirus epidemic has had a devastating impact on the poor. Bangladeshi economist and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus explains the countermeasures he has taken and the hope he has for the future.
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
Tsuda Yuichi leads a project at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency that recently completed a mission to return subsurface samples of an asteroid to Earth. He reflects on the scientific milestone.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
We take a tour of cultural legacies influenced by samurai patronage in Kyushu, Ishikawa, Yamagata and Aomori from gold leaf and stone walls to textile dyeing.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Let's review the basics of Japanese cooking with chef Rika and master chef Saito. In this second episode, we focus on two of the most popular seasonings used in Japanese cuisine: shoyu and miso.
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
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?
17:30 Document 72 Hours
A uniform specialty shop in the heart of Tokyo, sells garments for workers in every industry. What does a brand-new uniform mean to these workers? For 3 days in March, we listened to their stories.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 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 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor has a cutting-edge dialogue on the hot issue: from politics, economy, international situation or cultural topics. A few specialists invited to NHK World JAPAN's NYC studio.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
Glaucoma affects 7.6 billion people worldwide. In Japan, glaucoma is the leading cause of visual impairment, but it is hard to spot. Find out how to detect glaucoma early to protect your vision.
18:55 We, in the Time of Corona
The coronavirus epidemic has had a devastating impact on the poor. Bangladeshi economist and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus explains the countermeasures he has taken and the hope he has for the future.
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
Tsuda Yuichi leads a project at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency that recently completed a mission to return subsurface samples of an asteroid to Earth. He reflects on the scientific milestone.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Japanese doctors are leading efforts to fight intractable diseases by balancing the gut microbiota. We focus on the latest treatments for ulcerative colitis and multiple sclerosis.
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.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Journeys in Japan
We take a tour of cultural legacies influenced by samurai patronage in Kyushu, Ishikawa, Yamagata and Aomori from gold leaf and stone walls to textile dyeing.
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
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?
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
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.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Let's review the basics of Japanese cooking with chef Rika and master chef Saito. In this second episode, we focus on two of the most popular seasonings used in Japanese cuisine: shoyu and miso.
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.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Document 72 Hours
A uniform specialty shop in the heart of Tokyo, sells garments for workers in every industry. What does a brand-new uniform mean to these workers? For 3 days in March, we listened to their stories.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 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
Japanese pears are large, round, juicy and have a great crunch. We visit Chiba, Japan's largest producer, to discover the ingenuity and effort behind Japan's giant sweet pears.
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
We take a tour of cultural legacies influenced by samurai patronage in Kyushu, Ishikawa, Yamagata and Aomori from gold leaf and stone walls to textile dyeing.
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
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?
02:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor has a cutting-edge dialogue on the hot issue: from politics, economy, international situation or cultural topics. A few specialists invited to NHK World JAPAN's NYC studio.
02:45 Doctor's Insight
Glaucoma affects 7.6 billion people worldwide. In Japan, glaucoma is the leading cause of visual impairment, but it is hard to spot. Find out how to detect glaucoma early to protect your vision.
02:55 We, in the Time of Corona
The coronavirus epidemic has had a devastating impact on the poor. Bangladeshi economist and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus explains the countermeasures he has taken and the hope he has for the future.
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
Let's review the basics of Japanese cooking with chef Rika and master chef Saito. In this second episode, we focus on two of the most popular seasonings used in Japanese cuisine: shoyu and miso.
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
Tsuda Yuichi leads a project at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency that recently completed a mission to return subsurface samples of an asteroid to Earth. He reflects on the scientific milestone.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
05:00 BIZ STREAM
This episode introduces a Japanese 'femtech' company that has developed "period shorts" - a specially designed undergarment for women to wear during their menstrual periods.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
A uniform specialty shop in the heart of Tokyo, sells garments for workers in every industry. What does a brand-new uniform mean to these workers? For 3 days in March, we listened to their stories.
