NHK WORLD-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 SONGS OF TOKYO #23 Aoi & Uesaka
Aoi Shouta and Uesaka Sumire are Japanese voice actor-artists. The program takes a closer a look at their "otaku spirit" and fans abroad share how it's a big part of their appeal.
06:40 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "How long will it take?" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "Japanese is easy"!
06:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Secret Date
It's late at night, when all are fast asleep. A young man and woman huddle together along the veranda outside of a house, attending to a ... rooster. What could the pair be up to?
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 Face To Face
Photographer Miyako Ishiuchi focuses on the personal effects of the deceased, including the victims of the Hiroshima A-bomb to document the vestiges of time. Robert Campbell zooms in on her vision.
07:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Four ways women are changing the world: spreading awareness of a little-known condition, finding jobs for asylum seekers, bringing women's soccer to the Middle East, and protecting sea turtle habitat.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "DESIGN TALKS plus," which shows benefits of inconvenience. Our life is filled with convenient materials but some are "overly convenient." The show tells the opposite approach.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, camera phones and electron microscopes.
08:40 Ani X Para World
For the first episode in our series on para-sports in the lead up to the Paralympics, we'll check out an anime by a top manga creator that shows off the thrills and spills of Football 5-a-side.
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 "Nendore Nandore Mr.Cray!"..
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 A Little Stroll
Let's have a short walk in the street of Shanxing in China where is close to Shanghai, which is famous for canals and Shanxing wine.
09:25 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 forests.
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 November 21, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
10:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Kiyoshi, a Brazilian of Japanese descent in Shizuoka who runs a daycare center where foreign children learn Japanese, as well as Johan, a Swedish-native "rakugo" storyteller in Tokyo.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 Direct Talk
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
11:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a triple curry soboro with ground meat and veggies. Maki uses canned saba, or mackerel, to make a seafood version of menchikatsu. From Bangkok, a bento featuring riceberry.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: fielding an urgent request on the phone. Dong Van Huu from Vietnam designs blueprints at an architecture company. In a roleplay, he fields a call about blueprints that are missing information.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Blowfish - A secret taste from the deep.
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 SONGS OF TOKYO #23 Aoi & Uesaka
Aoi Shouta and Uesaka Sumire are Japanese voice actor-artists. The program takes a closer a look at their "otaku spirit" and fans abroad share how it's a big part of their appeal.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Egawa Etsuko has worked as a makeup artist on many movies and TV shows, including the Academy Award-winning 2008 Japanese drama film "Departures." She shares her pursuit of ideal makeup artistry.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Kiyoshi, a Brazilian of Japanese descent in Shizuoka who runs a daycare center where foreign children learn Japanese, as well as Johan, a Swedish-native "rakugo" storyteller in Tokyo.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 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.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a triple curry soboro with ground meat and veggies. Maki uses canned saba, or mackerel, to make a seafood version of menchikatsu. From Bangkok, a bento featuring riceberry.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: fielding an urgent request on the phone. Dong Van Huu from Vietnam designs blueprints at an architecture company. In a roleplay, he fields a call about blueprints that are missing information.
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
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
17:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Blowfish - A secret taste from the deep.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 21, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Egawa Etsuko has worked as a makeup artist on many movies and TV shows, including the Academy Award-winning 2008 Japanese drama film "Departures." She shares her pursuit of ideal makeup artistry.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #23 Aoi & Uesaka
Aoi Shouta and Uesaka Sumire are Japanese voice actor-artists. The program takes a closer a look at their "otaku spirit" and fans abroad share how it's a big part of their appeal.
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 meet Kiyoshi, a Brazilian of Japanese descent in Shizuoka who runs a daycare center where foreign children learn Japanese, as well as Johan, a Swedish-native "rakugo" storyteller in Tokyo.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
21:55 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.
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 makes a triple curry soboro with ground meat and veggies. Maki uses canned saba, or mackerel, to make a seafood version of menchikatsu. From Bangkok, a bento featuring riceberry.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: fielding an urgent request on the phone. Dong Van Huu from Vietnam designs blueprints at an architecture company. In a roleplay, he fields a call about blueprints that are missing information.
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. Today: Blowfish - A secret taste from the deep.
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 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.
00:25 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: The 53 Stations of the Tokaido by Utagawa Hiroshige.
00:30 Science View
Surviving deep in the ocean where sunlight does not reach, deep-sea fungi are attracting attention among researchers. We'll explore the amazing potential of these organisms in medicine and industry.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Kiyoshi, a Brazilian of Japanese descent in Shizuoka who runs a daycare center where foreign children learn Japanese, as well as Johan, a Swedish-native "rakugo" storyteller in Tokyo.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
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 November 22, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a triple curry soboro with ground meat and veggies. Maki uses canned saba, or mackerel, to make a seafood version of menchikatsu. From Bangkok, a bento featuring riceberry.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: fielding an urgent request on the phone. Dong Van Huu from Vietnam designs blueprints at an architecture company. In a roleplay, he fields a call about blueprints that are missing information.
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
Egawa Etsuko has worked as a makeup artist on many movies and TV shows, including the Academy Award-winning 2008 Japanese drama film "Departures." She shares her pursuit of ideal makeup artistry.
04:55 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.
05:00 NHK Documentary
Asuka Umeda has been filling his "Self-learning" notebooks for the past 7 years, sparking a journey of new encounters and self-discovery. His unique writing style has already won him numerous awards.
05:50 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on the coast.
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 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:25 Drainspotters #1 Green Tea
A tea picker on the manhole covers in Kikugawa, Shizuoka leads to a look at the area's tea-growing in the spring and summer months.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
Various studies have shown that substances found in green tea called catechins have numerous health benefits. We look at their effects on viral infections, dementia and cancer.
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 BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:25 Easy Japanese
#10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka."
07:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Kiyoshi, a Brazilian of Japanese descent in Shizuoka who runs a daycare center where foreign children learn Japanese, as well as Johan, a Swedish-native "rakugo" storyteller in Tokyo.
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 BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:25 Easy Travel Japanese
#1 Ii desu ka? May I?/ When traveling in Japan for the first time, what phrases do you need? 4 episodes (3 minutes each) provide simple expressions you can put to use as soon as you land.
08:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc makes a triple curry soboro with ground meat and veggies. Maki uses canned saba, or mackerel, to make a seafood version of menchikatsu. From Bangkok, a bento featuring riceberry.
08:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: fielding an urgent request on the phone. Dong Van Huu from Vietnam designs blueprints at an architecture company. In a roleplay, he fields a call about blueprints that are missing information.
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: 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.
09:20 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on the star-filled night sky.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 22, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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
We revisit three former mining towns to discover their past history and see what makes them special today. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 Direct Talk
The Ainu are one of the indigenous peoples of Japan. Kaizawa Toru is an Ainu artist who brings a contemporary sensibility to traditional Ainu woodcarving. He talks about his craft and creative drive.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Japanese Rice Porridge with Toppings (2) Fresh Figs with Creamy Custard / 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 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
12:25 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
12:30 Document 72 Hours
People with all sorts of tooth troubles flock to a 24-hour dentist's office in Fukuoka, southern Japan. For 3 days, we listened to the life stories behind each chip, cavity and missing tooth.
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 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-1" by Mori Eto.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Various studies have shown that substances found in green tea called catechins have numerous health benefits. We look at their effects on viral infections, dementia and cancer.
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 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-2" by Mori Eto.
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 November 22, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 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.
15:25 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: The 53 Stations of the Tokaido by Utagawa Hiroshige.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
We revisit three former mining towns to discover their past history and see what makes them special today. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
16:25 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Japanese Rice Porridge with Toppings (2) Fresh Figs with Creamy Custard / 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 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."
17:15 Direct Talk
The Ainu are one of the indigenous peoples of Japan. Kaizawa Toru is an Ainu artist who brings a contemporary sensibility to traditional Ainu woodcarving. He talks about his craft and creative drive.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
People with all sorts of tooth troubles flock to a 24-hour dentist's office in Fukuoka, southern Japan. For 3 days, we listened to the life stories behind each chip, cavity and missing tooth.
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 Mystery of the Moon
Japanese people have long known that the moon works in mysterious ways. You'll feel a sense of awe as cherry trees bloom only under a full moon and as the crescent moon shows its curious power.
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 November 22, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Core Kyoto mini
Fabric pieces, honoring the past. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
19:15 Direct Talk
Fujimori Terunobu became an architect at 45. His unconventional approach to design and use of natural materials have made him internationally in-demand. He talks about his architectural philosophy.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Various studies have shown that substances found in green tea called catechins have numerous health benefits. We look at their effects on viral infections, dementia and cancer.
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 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.
20:30 Journeys in Japan
We revisit three former mining towns to discover their past history and see what makes them special today. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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.
21:15 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.
21:30 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
21:40 Direct Talk
The Ainu are one of the indigenous peoples of Japan. Kaizawa Toru is an Ainu artist who brings a contemporary sensibility to traditional Ainu woodcarving. He talks about his craft and creative drive.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
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 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-1" by Mori Eto.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Japanese Rice Porridge with Toppings (2) Fresh Figs with Creamy Custard / 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.
23:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-2" by Mori Eto.
23:30 Document 72 Hours
People with all sorts of tooth troubles flock to a 24-hour dentist's office in Fukuoka, southern Japan. For 3 days, we listened to the life stories behind each chip, cavity and missing tooth.
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
Salmon reigns in fish-loving Japan. Learn about its close ties to indigenous tradition and hear from specialists about what makes the fish so unique.
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 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-1" by Mori Eto.
01:30 Journeys in Japan
We revisit three former mining towns to discover their past history and see what makes them special today. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
The Ainu are one of the indigenous peoples of Japan. Kaizawa Toru is an Ainu artist who brings a contemporary sensibility to traditional Ainu woodcarving. He talks about his craft and creative drive.
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 November 23, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 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.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Japanese Rice Porridge with Toppings (2) Fresh Figs with Creamy Custard / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:15 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life and culture. This time, we'll introduce "The Sun Part-2" by Mori Eto.
04:35 Core Kyoto mini
Fabric pieces, honoring the past. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
04:40 Direct Talk
Fujimori Terunobu became an architect at 45. His unconventional approach to design and use of natural materials have made him internationally in-demand. He talks about his architectural philosophy.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
05:00 BIZ STREAM
From spoons to floor mats, some Japanese companies are pushing the envelope of how paper can be used. This episode shows how advances in technology are helping to cut-back on plastic usage.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
People with all sorts of tooth troubles flock to a 24-hour dentist's office in Fukuoka, southern Japan. For 3 days, we listened to the life stories behind each chip, cavity and missing tooth.
NHK WORLD-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 Somewhere Street mini
Located in the northwest region of China, Dunhuang flourished as a major stop along the Silk Road for more than 2000 years. In this episode we meet residents who cherish their time-honored traditions.
06:30 Science View
Surviving deep in the ocean where sunlight does not reach, deep-sea fungi are attracting attention among researchers. We'll explore the amazing potential of these organisms in medicine and industry.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Journeys in Japan
We revisit three former mining towns to discover their past history and see what makes them special today. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Japanese Rice Porridge with Toppings (2) Fresh Figs with Creamy Custard / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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: Doodles or Ukiyoe
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. What kind of artistic statement was he trying to make?
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 November 23, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
From concrete to wood. More people are taking a fresh look at natural wood, plus advances in wooden materials. This time, the latest in wooden architecture and how it contributes to sustainability.
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
Over 30 years, Alain Reynes has sought peaceful coexistence between human activities and reintroduced brown bears in the Pyrenees, a mountain range forming a natural border between France and Spain.
11:30 Through the kitchen Window
Ayu sweetfish thrives in the pristine rivers running through a lush valley in western Tokyo. We drop by the kitchens of two men whose lives are closely linked to the delicacy.
11:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
11:55 Core Kyoto mini
In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.
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 RISING
Hiroyuki Nakamura is using ICT, laser scanning and 3D modeling to revolutionize forestry in Japan, and sustainably revive the domestic timber industry. We follow a pioneer of future forestry.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Science View
Surviving deep in the ocean where sunlight does not reach, deep-sea fungi are attracting attention among researchers. We'll explore the amazing potential of these organisms in medicine and industry.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 23, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
At the start of the pandemic, Cynthia Choi co-founded an organization to report hate incidents against Asian Americans. The data it collects has empowered communities to raise their voices together.
15:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
From concrete to wood. More people are taking a fresh look at natural wood, plus advances in wooden materials. This time, the latest in wooden architecture and how it contributes to sustainability.
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: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
16:30 Through the kitchen Window
Ayu sweetfish thrives in the pristine rivers running through a lush valley in western Tokyo. We drop by the kitchens of two men whose lives are closely linked to the delicacy.
16:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
16:55 Core Kyoto mini
In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.
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
Over 30 years, Alain Reynes has sought peaceful coexistence between human activities and reintroduced brown bears in the Pyrenees, a mountain range forming a natural border between France and Spain.
17:30 RISING
Hiroyuki Nakamura is using ICT, laser scanning and 3D modeling to revolutionize forestry in Japan, and sustainably revive the domestic timber industry. We follow a pioneer of future forestry.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 23, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
At the start of the pandemic, Cynthia Choi co-founded an organization to report hate incidents against Asian Americans. The data it collects has empowered communities to raise their voices together.
19:30 Science View
Surviving deep in the ocean where sunlight does not reach, deep-sea fungi are attracting attention among researchers. We'll explore the amazing potential of these organisms in medicine and industry.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
From concrete to wood. More people are taking a fresh look at natural wood, plus advances in wooden materials. This time, the latest in wooden architecture and how it contributes to sustainability.
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
Over 30 years, Alain Reynes has sought peaceful coexistence between human activities and reintroduced brown bears in the Pyrenees, a mountain range forming a natural border between France and Spain.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
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 Through the kitchen Window
Ayu sweetfish thrives in the pristine rivers running through a lush valley in western Tokyo. We drop by the kitchens of two men whose lives are closely linked to the delicacy.
22:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.
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 RISING
Hiroyuki Nakamura is using ICT, laser scanning and 3D modeling to revolutionize forestry in Japan, and sustainably revive the domestic timber industry. We follow a pioneer of future forestry.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR East has been experimenting with a service that uses empty shinkansen seats and rooms to carry freight to compensate for lost passenger revenue. See how the company plans to continue post pandemic.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
From concrete to wood. More people are taking a fresh look at natural wood, plus advances in wooden materials. This time, the latest in wooden architecture and how it contributes to sustainability.
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
Over 30 years, Alain Reynes has sought peaceful coexistence between human activities and reintroduced brown bears in the Pyrenees, a mountain range forming a natural border between France and Spain.
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 November 24, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Through the kitchen Window
Ayu sweetfish thrives in the pristine rivers running through a lush valley in western Tokyo. We drop by the kitchens of two men whose lives are closely linked to the delicacy.
03:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.
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
At the start of the pandemic, Cynthia Choi co-founded an organization to report hate incidents against Asian Americans. The data it collects has empowered communities to raise their voices together.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
05:00 Today's Close-Up
Atomic bomb survivor Tsuboi Sunao died in October at the age of 96. He overcame feelings of rage toward the United States to fight for the abolition of nuclear weapons. We look back on his life.
05:30 RISING
Hiroyuki Nakamura is using ICT, laser scanning and 3D modeling to revolutionize forestry in Japan, and sustainably revive the domestic timber industry. We follow a pioneer of future forestry.
NHK WORLD-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 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:25 Drainspotters #2 Ninja
We explore Iga, home of a legendary ninja clan, for some absorbing insights into the world of ninjutsu from one of Japan's last ninja grandmasters.
06:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Salmon reigns in fish-loving Japan. Learn about its close ties to indigenous tradition and hear from specialists about what makes the fish so unique.
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 BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:25 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
07:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
From concrete to wood. More people are taking a fresh look at natural wood, plus advances in wooden materials. This time, the latest in wooden architecture and how it contributes to sustainability.
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 BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:25 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.
08:30 Through the kitchen Window
Ayu sweetfish thrives in the pristine rivers running through a lush valley in western Tokyo. We drop by the kitchens of two men whose lives are closely linked to the delicacy.
08:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
08:55 Core Kyoto mini
In summer, children gather at the street corners where Jizo statues stand for lively festivities. People pray for the health and success of their children during this cornerstone of faith.
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: Summer Light Show
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. What could they be looking for among the weeds?
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 November 24, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
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 Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
In Kagai, geiko wear costumes on the day of Setsubun festival. The House maiko stay up late to help make them but start coming apart from their exhaustion. What can Sumire do to calm everyone down?
10:55 Kiyo in Kyoto: 3min.
NHK WORLD-Japan has started the series of animation program, Kiyo in Kyoto. To enjoy the story more, this program will explain you the background in 3 minutes. The first episode is "What is a Maiko"?
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
The efforts of a Nigerian who studied ballet on YouTube and runs a ballet academy in his back yard have attracted sympathy and support worldwide. He is now creating a unique African style of ballet.
11:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Saitama. Rich soil and plentiful rivers mean Saitama has many jobs focused on trees and bonsai. Explore beautifully balanced aesthetics and designs next-door to Tokyo!
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 Japanology Plus
Richard Halberstadt: Ten years on from the 2011 disaster. In a Japanophiles interview, Halberstadt tells Peter Barakan about his life in Ishinomaki, a city devastated by the March 2011 tsunami.
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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Salmon reigns in fish-loving Japan. Learn about its close ties to indigenous tradition and hear from specialists about what makes the fish so unique.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 24, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Using 360-degree cameras, a South African virtual reality video creator is helping to preserve wild animals on the verge of extinction by dispatching documentary films.
15:30 Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
In Kagai, geiko wear costumes on the day of Setsubun festival. The House maiko stay up late to help make them but start coming apart from their exhaustion. What can Sumire do to calm everyone down?
15:55 Kiyo in Kyoto: 3min.
NHK WORLD-Japan has started the series of animation program, Kiyo in Kyoto. To enjoy the story more, this program will explain you the background in 3 minutes. The first episode is "What is a Maiko"?
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: Riverside Sawmill
Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Saitama. Rich soil and plentiful rivers mean Saitama has many jobs focused on trees and bonsai. Explore beautifully balanced aesthetics and designs next-door to Tokyo!
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
The efforts of a Nigerian who studied ballet on YouTube and runs a ballet academy in his back yard have attracted sympathy and support worldwide. He is now creating a unique African style of ballet.
17:30 Japanology Plus
Richard Halberstadt: Ten years on from the 2011 disaster. In a Japanophiles interview, Halberstadt tells Peter Barakan about his life in Ishinomaki, a city devastated by the March 2011 tsunami.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from November 24, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Using 360-degree cameras, a South African virtual reality video creator is helping to preserve wild animals on the verge of extinction by dispatching documentary films.
19:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Salmon reigns in fish-loving Japan. Learn about its close ties to indigenous tradition and hear from specialists about what makes the fish so unique.
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 Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
In Kagai, geiko wear costumes on the day of Setsubun festival. The House maiko stay up late to help make them but start coming apart from their exhaustion. What can Sumire do to calm everyone down?
20:55 Kiyo in Kyoto: 3min.
NHK WORLD-Japan has started the series of animation program, Kiyo in Kyoto. To enjoy the story more, this program will explain you the background in 3 minutes. The first episode is "What is a Maiko"?
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
The efforts of a Nigerian who studied ballet on YouTube and runs a ballet academy in his back yard have attracted sympathy and support worldwide. He is now creating a unique African style of ballet.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Riverside Sawmill
Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.
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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Saitama. Rich soil and plentiful rivers mean Saitama has many jobs focused on trees and bonsai. Explore beautifully balanced aesthetics and designs next-door to Tokyo!
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 Japanology Plus
Richard Halberstadt: Ten years on from the 2011 disaster. In a Japanophiles interview, Halberstadt tells Peter Barakan about his life in Ishinomaki, a city devastated by the March 2011 tsunami.
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 FACES: Comedian Saito Shinji
People who have experienced bullying share their stories in each 30-minute "FACES" special. "FACES" is an international collaboration involving NHK and broadcasters all over the world.
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 Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
In Kagai, geiko wear costumes on the day of Setsubun festival. The House maiko stay up late to help make them but start coming apart from their exhaustion. What can Sumire do to calm everyone down?
01:55 Kiyo in Kyoto: 3min.
NHK WORLD-Japan has started the series of animation program, Kiyo in Kyoto. To enjoy the story more, this program will explain you the background in 3 minutes. The first episode is "What is a Maiko"?
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
The efforts of a Nigerian who studied ballet on YouTube and runs a ballet academy in his back yard have attracted sympathy and support worldwide. He is now creating a unique African style of ballet.
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 November 25, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Saitama. Rich soil and plentiful rivers mean Saitama has many jobs focused on trees and bonsai. Explore beautifully balanced aesthetics and designs next-door to Tokyo!
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
Using 360-degree cameras, a South African virtual reality video creator is helping to preserve wild animals on the verge of extinction by dispatching documentary films.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Riverside Sawmill
Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.
05:00 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, camera phones and electron microscopes.
05:30 Japanology Plus
Richard Halberstadt: Ten years on from the 2011 disaster. In a Japanophiles interview, Halberstadt tells Peter Barakan about his life in Ishinomaki, a city devastated by the March 2011 tsunami.
