NHK WORLD-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 BIZ STREAM
This episode shows how ash from some of Japan's 111 active volcanos is being used as a key material in different products: a water filtration system and heat-retaining cookware.
00:40 The Signs
Asakawa Chieko, IBM Fellow and CTO, lost her sight at age 14. Her life work has been developing technological accessibility solutions, and realizing a society where diversity is embraced.
00:55 Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles. This time we focus on swords as weapons, status symbols and works of art.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 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
A medical team of 1,500 from Hanoi, Vietnam traveled to Ho Chi Minh City to help battle an explosion of COVID-19 cases. Over 800 were student nurses who spent two months on the ground helping locals.
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
Christopher Coutanceau, a French chef running a restaurant rated three stars by the most famous guidebook, proposes a sustainable gastronomy respecting the limited resource of the planet.
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 Jan. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 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
An inside look at the 11 artists who performed the multilingual versions of "Flowers Will Bloom," and the unexpected positive impact the song has had on people in Syria.
03:45 Zero Waste Life
Sommelier Kubo Tomonori has created portraits of famous faces like Audrey Hepburn from used wine corks. Kubo's work is a hit with wine lovers, and he gets used corks sent in from all over Japan.
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
In civil war-torn Uganda, over 30,000 children were abducted and forced to serve as fighters. Follow Ogawa Shingo's quest to reintegrate former child soldiers into society through vocational training.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Two Scenic Views
We break down a print that warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once: Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.
05:00 Medical Frontiers
In the first of 2 episodes on longevity-enhancing superfoods in Shimane Prefecture, we look at Shijimi clams, a local specialty, and konjac, a food that has been eaten since olden times.
05:30 The Heart of Beauty: Part 2
Message from the Japan Cultural Expo: Part 2 focuses on unique and contemporary Japanese cultures.
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.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
As we welcome a new year, we speak with two global figures to find out how we in Japan might improve our own society by learning about their thoughts on gender equality and the power of journalism.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Asia Insight
A medical team of 1,500 from Hanoi, Vietnam traveled to Ho Chi Minh City to help battle an explosion of COVID-19 cases. Over 800 were student nurses who spent two months on the ground helping locals.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
An inside look at the 11 artists who performed the multilingual versions of "Flowers Will Bloom," and the unexpected positive impact the song has had on people in Syria.
08:45 Zero Waste Life
Sommelier Kubo Tomonori has created portraits of famous faces like Audrey Hepburn from used wine corks. Kubo's work is a hit with wine lovers, and he gets used corks sent in from all over Japan.
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: Two Scenic Views
We break down a print that warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once: Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles. This time we focus on swords as weapons, status symbols and works of art.
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 Jan. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 1
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides to the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese War in 1937.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 2
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides, leading to the outbreak of the War.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Limited in where we can go by the pandemic, we're sending our cyclists out by themselves on "selfie rides" to show us the areas where they live. This time, James Hobbs is taking us around Iwate.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 Today's Close-Up
As we welcome a new year, we speak with two global figures to find out how we in Japan might improve our own society by learning about their thoughts on gender equality and the power of journalism.
13:40 The Signs
Asakawa Chieko, IBM Fellow and CTO, lost her sight at age 14. Her life work has been developing technological accessibility solutions, and realizing a society where diversity is embraced.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
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
In winter, thousands of gulls come to the mouth of Japan's second largest river, the Tone. Upstream, reed beds are a bountiful paradise for other birds, as well as an occasional racoon dog.
14:20 We, in the Time of Corona
Yoshua Bengio, a global frontrunner in AI research and a recipient of the Turing Award in 2019, talks about how AI can be used to fight the pandemic.
14:25 Easy Japanese
#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by "koto ga" and "dekimasu," meaning something is possible. Then add "ka."
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 Jan. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 A Century on Film
The stormy 1960s. As the anti-Vietnam War movement spread across the world, two revolutionaries served as heroes to youth, whose battle cry was "No!" Their names, Che Guevara and Mao Zedong.
15:40 BOSAI: Avalanches
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
15:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are various interesting laws and rules and philosophies hidden in our daily lives. This program introduces children to them and how to think.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 1
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides to the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese War in 1937.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 2
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides, leading to the outbreak of the War.
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 BOSAI: Avalanches
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
18:25 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are various interesting laws and rules and philosophies hidden in our daily lives. This program introduces children to them and how to think.
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 Jan. 14, Day 6 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Limited in where we can go by the pandemic, we're sending our cyclists out by themselves on "selfie rides" to show us the areas where they live. This time, James Hobbs is taking us around Iwate.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 Today's Close-Up
As we welcome a new year, we speak with two global figures to find out how we in Japan might improve our own society by learning about their thoughts on gender equality and the power of journalism.
20:40 The Signs
Asakawa Chieko, IBM Fellow and CTO, lost her sight at age 14. Her life work has been developing technological accessibility solutions, and realizing a society where diversity is embraced.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
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
Osozai are Japan's unique range of prepared and ready-to-eat food. The panelists look at popular traditional dishes as well as some recent innovations, and discuss whether they have global potential.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by "koto ga" and "dekimasu," meaning something is possible. Then add "ka."
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 1
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides to the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese War in 1937.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 2
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides, leading to the outbreak of the War.
NHK WORLD-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 stormy 1960s. As the anti-Vietnam War movement spread across the world, two revolutionaries served as heroes to youth, whose battle cry was "No!" Their names, Che Guevara and Mao Zedong.
00:40 BOSAI: Avalanches
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "100 Ideas to Save the World," which suggests the ways to improve the future of the world. In this episode, we show some methods to prevent from damaging the environment.
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
Every day, people willingly surrender their personal data. It can be used to create "digital twins," virtual copies of our real selves. What happens when our private lives are no longer private?
01:57 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
02:15 Four Seasons in Japan
In winter, thousands of gulls come to the mouth of Japan's second largest river, the Tone. Upstream, reed beds are a bountiful paradise for other birds, as well as an occasional racoon dog.
02:25 We, in the Time of Corona
Yoshua Bengio, a global frontrunner in AI research and a recipient of the Turing Award in 2019, talks about how AI can be used to fight the pandemic.
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 Jan. 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Limited in where we can go by the pandemic, we're sending our cyclists out by themselves on "selfie rides" to show us the areas where they live. This time, James Hobbs is taking us around Iwate.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 1
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides to the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese War in 1937.
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 Emperor Showa Speaks Part 2
80 years has passed since the Pacific War. Newly available historical documents reveal the decision-making of the emperor and his close aides, leading to the outbreak of the War.
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.
06:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode shows how ash from some of Japan's 111 active volcanos is being used as a key material in different products: a water filtration system and heat-retaining cookware.
06:40 The Signs
Asakawa Chieko, IBM Fellow and CTO, lost her sight at age 14. Her life work has been developing technological accessibility solutions, and realizing a society where diversity is embraced.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
Limited in where we can go by the pandemic, we're sending our cyclists out by themselves on "selfie rides" to show us the areas where they live. This time, James Hobbs is taking us around Iwate.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 NHK Documentary
Every day, people willingly surrender their personal data. It can be used to create "digital twins," virtual copies of our real selves. What happens when our private lives are no longer private?
08:57 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Four Seasons in Japan
In winter, thousands of gulls come to the mouth of Japan's second largest river, the Tone. Upstream, reed beds are a bountiful paradise for other birds, as well as an occasional racoon dog.
09:20 We, in the Time of Corona
Yoshua Bengio, a global frontrunner in AI research and a recipient of the Turing Award in 2019, talks about how AI can be used to fight the pandemic.
09:25 Easy Japanese
#41 Can we buy tickets? / To ask someone if you can do something, say the verb to indicate your desired action, followed by "koto ga" and "dekimasu," meaning something is possible. Then add "ka."
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 Jan. 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 How to be Likable in a Crisis #2
Kanzaki Makoto's likability helped him glide through life until he gets caught up in a web of corruption at his PR job at a college. This black comedy is a microcosm of modern Japan.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Hometown Stories
The NPO Hoboku supports homeless people in southwestern Japan. While providing support and care, many of its young staff have found their purpose in life through their encounters with those in need.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Sounkyo is a ravine with cliffs, created by volcanic activities. The program host rides a bicycle and climbs mountain to enjoy its scenery, beautifully colored with autumn leaves.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "100 Ideas to Save the World," which suggests the ways to improve the future of the world. In this episode, we show some methods to prevent from damaging the environment.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 BIZ STREAM
This episode shows how ash from some of Japan's 111 active volcanos is being used as a key material in different products: a water filtration system and heat-retaining cookware.
13:40 Little Charo
This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-2.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles. This time we focus on swords as weapons, status symbols and works of art.
13:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Somewhere Street mini
Dalian is a Chinese seaport that was once ruled by Russia and later, Japan. In this episode we explore the city with its modern skyscrapers which coexist with its eye-catching historic architecture.
14:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from Jan. 15, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 NHK Documentary
Every day, people willingly surrender their personal data. It can be used to create "digital twins," virtual copies of our real selves. What happens when our private lives are no longer private?
15:57 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
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 How to be Likable in a Crisis #2
Kanzaki Makoto's likability helped him glide through life until he gets caught up in a web of corruption at his PR job at a college. This black comedy is a microcosm of modern Japan.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 Hometown Stories
The NPO Hoboku supports homeless people in southwestern Japan. While providing support and care, many of its young staff have found their purpose in life through their encounters with those in need.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Sounkyo is a ravine with cliffs, created by volcanic activities. The program host rides a bicycle and climbs mountain to enjoy its scenery, beautifully colored with autumn leaves.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO January Tournament Day 8 action live from the Kokugikan Sumo Stadium in Ryogoku, Tokyo, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 NHK Documentary
Every day, people willingly surrender their personal data. It can be used to create "digital twins," virtual copies of our real selves. What happens when our private lives are no longer private?
20:57 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 Somewhere Street
Venice, a beachfront neighborhood on the west side of Los Angeles, is one of LA's most popular neighborhoods. In this episode we explore the town, meeting residents who enjoy their Venice lifestyle.
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 How to be Likable in a Crisis #2
Kanzaki Makoto's likability helped him glide through life until he gets caught up in a web of corruption at his PR job at a college. This black comedy is a microcosm of modern Japan.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Hometown Stories
The NPO Hoboku supports homeless people in southwestern Japan. While providing support and care, many of its young staff have found their purpose in life through their encounters with those in need.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Sounkyo is a ravine with cliffs, created by volcanic activities. The program host rides a bicycle and climbs mountain to enjoy its scenery, beautifully colored with autumn leaves.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Medical Frontiers
This is the second episode on superfoods in Shimane, where the proportion of the population aged 100 or over is the highest in Japan. We introduce perilla and the lifestyles of the local elderly.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week are five-piece dance-and-vocal group Bullet Train and a duo called NAKANEKANA, who are blowing up on social media thanks to their videos.
06:40 Japan-easy2
Today, we'll learn how to say "I think it's cute" in Japanese. Learn useful phrases and cool kanji! And you'll realize "Japanese is easy!"
06:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 The Professionals
Baba Ryoji (71) is a top restorer of Japan's cultural properties. His skill and knowledge are coupled with technology to return centuries-old art to vibrant life.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "100 Ideas to Save the World," which suggests the ways to improve the future of the world. In this episode, we show some methods to prevent from damaging the environment.
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 A Century on Film
The stormy 1960s. As the anti-Vietnam War movement spread across the world, two revolutionaries served as heroes to youth, whose battle cry was "No!" Their names, Che Guevara and Mao Zedong.
08:40 BOSAI: Avalanches
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
08:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are various interesting laws and rules and philosophies hidden in our daily lives. This program introduces children to them and how to think.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Somewhere Street mini
Dalian is a Chinese seaport that was once ruled by Russia and later, Japan. In this episode we explore the city with its modern skyscrapers which coexist with its eye-catching historic architecture.
09:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from Jan. 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:23 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 visit Australian Karl Diercke who bakes pies in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido with local ingredients, as well as Vietnamese Tran Tuan Anh, the manager of a Tokyo produce store.
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
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
11:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts.
11:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.
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: Echizen - Taste of Winter.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week are five-piece dance-and-vocal group Bullet Train and a duo called NAKANEKANA, who are blowing up on social media thanks to their videos.
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 Jan. 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
The Japanese artist known as SHOGEN is the only foreigner allowed to call himself an official practitioner of Tingatinga, a Tanzanian school of painting. He shares the wisdom he learned in Tanzania.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We visit Australian Karl Diercke who bakes pies in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido with local ingredients, as well as Vietnamese Tran Tuan Anh, the manager of a Tokyo produce store.
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 Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
16:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts.
16:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
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: Echizen - Taste of Winter.
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 Jan. 16, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
The Japanese artist known as SHOGEN is the only foreigner allowed to call himself an official practitioner of Tingatinga, a Tanzanian school of painting. He shares the wisdom he learned in Tanzania.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! In the studio this week are five-piece dance-and-vocal group Bullet Train and a duo called NAKANEKANA, who are blowing up on social media thanks to their videos.
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 visit Australian Karl Diercke who bakes pies in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido with local ingredients, as well as Vietnamese Tran Tuan Anh, the manager of a Tokyo produce store.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
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's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts.
22:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.
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: Echizen - Taste of Winter.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Science View
Low-energy earthquakes known as "slow slips" display longer-term patterns of seismic activity leading up to devastating earthquakes. They may foretell, trigger, and even strengthen major quakes.
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 visit Australian Karl Diercke who bakes pies in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido with local ingredients, as well as Vietnamese Tran Tuan Anh, the manager of a Tokyo produce store.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
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 Jan. 17, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 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's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts.
03:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.
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
The Japanese artist known as SHOGEN is the only foreigner allowed to call himself an official practitioner of Tingatinga, a Tanzanian school of painting. He shares the wisdom he learned in Tanzania.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
05:00 NHK Documentary
Every day, people willingly surrender their personal data. It can be used to create "digital twins," virtual copies of our real selves. What happens when our private lives are no longer private?
05:47 Dranspotters #5 Nishikigoi
A visit to Ojiya in Niigata prefecture brings us to the birthplace of nishikigoi carp and offers a fascinating look at the thriving competitive scene for these beautiful "swimming jewels".
05:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
05:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
This is the second episode on superfoods in Shimane, where the proportion of the population aged 100 or over is the highest in Japan. We introduce perilla and the lifestyles of the local elderly.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Where We Call Home
We visit Australian Karl Diercke who bakes pies in the town of Naganuma in Hokkaido with local ingredients, as well as Vietnamese Tran Tuan Anh, the manager of a Tokyo produce store.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts.
08:45 Easy Japanese for Work
Today: determining what is worrying a client. Lin Zhipeng, from China, works at a real estate firm. In a roleplay challenge, he must determine what is worrying his client.
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 Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
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 Jan. 17, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Michael Keida rambles along Nara's ancient Yamanobe no Michi road during autumn, exploring one of Japan's earliest shrines, a somen noodle factory, a huge burial mound and persimmon farms.
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 electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Strawberry Matcha Parfait with Sake Syrup (2) Matcha Cream Dorayaki. 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.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Document 72 Hours
Thrifty travelers flock to the budget airline terminal at Japan's Narita Airport, especially for the New Year holidays. For 3 days, we spoke to people arriving at and leaving this hub.
12:55 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.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
This is the second episode on superfoods in Shimane, where the proportion of the population aged 100 or over is the highest in Japan. We introduce perilla and the lifestyles of the local elderly.
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 Jan. 17, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Imada Miho was named one of BBC's 100 women of 2020. She talks about her passion to brew sake that embodies the distinct climate and agricultural heritage of her home prefecture of Hiroshima.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Michael Keida rambles along Nara's ancient Yamanobe no Michi road during autumn, exploring one of Japan's earliest shrines, a somen noodle factory, a huge burial mound and persimmon farms.
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: At Roben Falls
We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Strawberry Matcha Parfait with Sake Syrup (2) Matcha Cream Dorayaki. 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.
17:15 Direct Talk
The electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
17:30 Document 72 Hours
Thrifty travelers flock to the budget airline terminal at Japan's Narita Airport, especially for the New Year holidays. For 3 days, we spoke to people arriving at and leaving this hub.
17:55 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.
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 Jan. 17, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Imada Miho was named one of BBC's 100 women of 2020. She talks about her passion to brew sake that embodies the distinct climate and agricultural heritage of her home prefecture of Hiroshima.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
This is the second episode on superfoods in Shimane, where the proportion of the population aged 100 or over is the highest in Japan. We introduce perilla and the lifestyles of the local elderly.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Michael Keida rambles along Nara's ancient Yamanobe no Michi road during autumn, exploring one of Japan's earliest shrines, a somen noodle factory, a huge burial mound and persimmon farms.
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 electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: At Roben Falls
We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Strawberry Matcha Parfait with Sake Syrup (2) Matcha Cream Dorayaki. 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.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Document 72 Hours
Thrifty travelers flock to the budget airline terminal at Japan's Narita Airport, especially for the New Year holidays. For 3 days, we spoke to people arriving at and leaving this hub.
23:55 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.
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
Bananas in Japan - visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Journeys in Japan
Actor Michael Keida rambles along Nara's ancient Yamanobe no Michi road during autumn, exploring one of Japan's earliest shrines, a somen noodle factory, a huge burial mound and persimmon farms.
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 electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
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 Jan. 18, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Strawberry Matcha Parfait with Sake Syrup (2) Matcha Cream Dorayaki. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
04:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
04:40 Direct Talk
Imada Miho was named one of BBC's 100 women of 2020. She talks about her passion to brew sake that embodies the distinct climate and agricultural heritage of her home prefecture of Hiroshima.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: At Roben Falls
We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove.
05:00 BIZ STREAM
This episode shows how ash from some of Japan's 111 active volcanos is being used as a key material in different products: a water filtration system and heat-retaining cookware.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Thrifty travelers flock to the budget airline terminal at Japan's Narita Airport, especially for the New Year holidays. For 3 days, we spoke to people arriving at and leaving this hub.
05:55 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.
