NHK WORLD-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.
06:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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.
NHK WORLD-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.
06:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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.
NHK WORLD-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 #3 Nonbori-Arai
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. Nobori-Arai - or washing carp streamers - take center stage at a cherry blossom festival in Iwakura.
06:30 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.
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
#12 This is a cute amulet, isn't it? / To express your impression of something, use any adjective that ends with "i," like "kawaii," followed by the name of the object, and "desu ne."
07:30 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
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
#3 Doko desu ka? Where is it?/ 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 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!
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: 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.
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 25, Day 12 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 Asia Insight
As the Chinese population grays, many single seniors are seeking new spouses. But dating can be complicated among the elderly, such as if they are from outside Beijing, or need to care for family.
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
At 15, Ann Makosinski from Canada invented a flashlight powered by body heat. She is now developing toys to help solve environmental issues. The young inventor tells us about her perspectives.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
11:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
11:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Nouda Yuka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
11:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
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 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
JR 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.
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 25, Day 12 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
Wasfi Kani is on a mission to share opera with the world. For the last three decades she had taken opera into prisons, and in 2016, she created a new opera house in the UK.
15:30 Asia Insight
As the Chinese population grays, many single seniors are seeking new spouses. But dating can be complicated among the elderly, such as if they are from outside Beijing, or need to care for family.
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: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
16:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
16:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Nouda Yuka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
16:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
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
At 15, Ann Makosinski from Canada invented a flashlight powered by body heat. She is now developing toys to help solve environmental issues. The young inventor tells us about her perspectives.
17:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 25, Day 12 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
Wasfi Kani is on a mission to share opera with the world. For the last three decades she had taken opera into prisons, and in 2016, she created a new opera house in the UK.
19:30 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.
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 Asia Insight
As the Chinese population grays, many single seniors are seeking new spouses. But dating can be complicated among the elderly, such as if they are from outside Beijing, or need to care for family.
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
At 15, Ann Makosinski from Canada invented a flashlight powered by body heat. She is now developing toys to help solve environmental issues. The young inventor tells us about her perspectives.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
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 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
22:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
22:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Nouda Yuka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
22:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
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 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
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 RISING
Orihime, an avatar robot that enables remote communication by the housebound and pandemic hit businesses alike, now comes in a larger version that enables proxy work by those with mobility issues.
00:40 Five Frames for Love #2
Dynamic Modeling Couple Taiki & Noah episode 2. Stylish & creative, but also living under societal pressure and changes, we document 5 "Frames" that shape young people's lives today.
00:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at rice snacks: traditional food with surprising diversity.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Asia Insight
As the Chinese population grays, many single seniors are seeking new spouses. But dating can be complicated among the elderly, such as if they are from outside Beijing, or need to care for family.
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
At 15, Ann Makosinski from Canada invented a flashlight powered by body heat. She is now developing toys to help solve environmental issues. The young inventor tells us about her perspectives.
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 26, Day 13 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 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
03:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
03:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Nouda Yuka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
03:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
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
Wasfi Kani is on a mission to share opera with the world. For the last three decades she had taken opera into prisons, and in 2016, she created a new opera house in the UK.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
05:00 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.
05:30 CATCH JAPAN
Explore a colorful variety of modern Japan's most popular topics, including food, technology, ecology and regional promotions, with a focus on the innovative ideas of the people behind it all.
NHK WORLD-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 #4 Morning Market
Japan's artistic manhole covers tell the tale of a different town or region of the country. The morning market in Wajima is home to over a thousand years of tradition.
06:30 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.
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
#13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see).
07:30 Asia Insight
As the Chinese population grays, many single seniors are seeking new spouses. But dating can be complicated among the elderly, such as if they are from outside Beijing, or need to care for family.
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
#4 Now use them/ 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 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
08:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
08:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Nouda Yuka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
08:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
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 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: First Childbirth
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterized by unique customs and superstitions.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at rice snacks: traditional food with surprising diversity.
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 26, Day 13 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 SONGS OF TOKYO Festival 2021
[Alexandros] with a powerful performance featuring a life-sized moving Gundam! NEWS shares a message of courage for the future. Top musicians perform City pop with some fresh faces!
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 My School of Many Colors
A diverse group of students thrives at a unique middle school in western Japan. Some have disabilities, others cope with family issues. We follow one student during the 6 months before graduation.
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 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
12:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Strange creatures scampering on the train tracks! Tiny critters taking over the sidewalk! The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team searches for amazing wildlife in spring right in the heart of the metropolis!
12:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 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.
13:40 Five Frames for Love #2
Dynamic Modeling Couple Taiki & Noah episode 2. Stylish & creative, but also living under societal pressure and changes, we document 5 "Frames" that shape young people's lives today.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Toilet
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 small and cute "toilet"!
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Four Seasons in Japan
The large reed beds in the lower reaches of the Iwaki River provide precious habitat where the drama of life unfolds for many wild birds, including Japanese marsh warblers and great crested grebes.
14:20 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
14:25 Easy Japanese
#34 I've read it. / To explain you've done something before, change a verb to past tense (for example, "yomu"--to read--to "yonda"--to have read), then add "koto arimasu."
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 26, Day 13 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 A Century on Film
The East and West are split by an iron curtain. Rare Cold War footage shows some of the covert activities carried out by US and the Soviet spies during an era that was shrouded in secrets and lies.
15:40 AnixPara World
For our second episode in this series celebrating para-sports through anime, we'll take a closer look at Para athletics, and meet one of Japan's top runners as she prepares for the Paralympics.
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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
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 SONGS OF TOKYO Festival 2021
[Alexandros] with a powerful performance featuring a life-sized moving Gundam! NEWS shares a message of courage for the future. Top musicians perform City pop with some fresh faces!
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 My School of Many Colors
A diverse group of students thrives at a unique middle school in western Japan. Some have disabilities, others cope with family issues. We follow one student during the 6 months before graduation.
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 AnixPara World
For our second episode in this series celebrating para-sports through anime, we'll take a closer look at Para athletics, and meet one of Japan's top runners as she prepares for the Paralympics.
18:25 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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
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 26, Day 13 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 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
19:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Strange creatures scampering on the train tracks! Tiny critters taking over the sidewalk! The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team searches for amazing wildlife in spring right in the heart of the metropolis!
19:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 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.
20:40 Five Frames for Love #2
Dynamic Modeling Couple Taiki & Noah episode 2. Stylish & creative, but also living under societal pressure and changes, we document 5 "Frames" that shape young people's lives today.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Toilet
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 small and cute "toilet"!
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists explore the various periodical events held in schools in Japan, discussing how the customs and formats differ from those in other countries, and what effect they have on the students.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#34 I've read it. / To explain you've done something before, change a verb to past tense (for example, "yomu"--to read--to "yonda"--to have read), then add "koto arimasu."
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 SONGS OF TOKYO Festival 2021
[Alexandros] with a powerful performance featuring a life-sized moving Gundam! NEWS shares a message of courage for the future. Top musicians perform City pop with some fresh faces!
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 My School of Many Colors
A diverse group of students thrives at a unique middle school in western Japan. Some have disabilities, others cope with family issues. We follow one student during the 6 months before graduation.
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 A Century on Film
The East and West are split by an iron curtain. Rare Cold War footage shows some of the covert activities carried out by US and the Soviet spies during an era that was shrouded in secrets and lies.
00:40 AnixPara World
For our second episode in this series celebrating para-sports through anime, we'll take a closer look at Para athletics, and meet one of Japan's top runners as she prepares for the Paralympics.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Japan Railway Journal," which shows vehicles awarded for the Blue Ribbon Prize. The prize goes to Kintetsu Railway's limited express HINOTORI providing luxury compartments.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:10 NHK Documentary
Young activists worldwide are using social media to address inequality and create opportunity in education, health care, and employment. And their impact is being felt beyond their local communities.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 Danko & Danta: Toilet
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 small and cute "toilet"!
02:15 Four Seasons in Japan
The large reed beds in the lower reaches of the Iwaki River provide precious habitat where the drama of life unfolds for many wild birds, including Japanese marsh warblers and great crested grebes.
02:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Osaka University professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, who leads the field of humanlike robots, discusses how living in harmony with remote-controlled robots and avatars in the near future will change society.
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 27, Day 14 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.
03:10 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
03:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Strange creatures scampering on the train tracks! Tiny critters taking over the sidewalk! The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team searches for amazing wildlife in spring right in the heart of the metropolis!
03:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
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 SONGS OF TOKYO Festival 2021
[Alexandros] with a powerful performance featuring a life-sized moving Gundam! NEWS shares a message of courage for the future. Top musicians perform City pop with some fresh faces!
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 My School of Many Colors
A diverse group of students thrives at a unique middle school in western Japan. Some have disabilities, others cope with family issues. We follow one student during the 6 months before graduation.
