NHK WORLD-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 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
This episode focuses on the traditional cracker known as senbei. Check out a classic grilling method and the latest in the snack's evolution.
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 TOKYO EYE 2020
This time, we take a look at the upcycling scene in Tokyo, where local residents, corporations, students and others are spreading some unique upcycling ideas.
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 A Treasured Creation: Washi paper
Tomi Kazuyuki makes cedar bark Washi paper that is blackish-brown instead of the customary white. The tradition incorporating all of the wilderness into their craft lives on in Noto.
08:45 Magical Japanese "Mount Fuji"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to Mount Fuji. Explore the unique culture behind them.
08:55 Core Kyoto mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
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(3)
At dusk in summer, a woman is absorbed in reading a letter. This chic lady is actually an advertisement model for Mitsui Echigoya, one of the top kimono fabric stores in Edo.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Backstreets and Alleys.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese oni, or demons, and guides us through three spectacular kabuki dramas in which they play a central role.
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
Maiko usually do not eat foods with a strong smell, so Sumire requests gyoza dumplings with lots of garlic for her day off. In her excitement, she makes some odd comments as she entertains.
10:55 3-minute Maiko
Aomori, Kiyo and Sumire's Hometown, is about 1,000 kilometers away from Kyoto. However, you can find unexpected cultural similarities between the two places. Let's take a closer look at its secrets.
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
Ties Van der Hoeven is a co-founder of a Dutch firm of holistic engineers with a plan to regreen the Sinai Peninsula, dry land in Egypt. Ties believes regreening is an answer to tackle climate change.
11:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Iwate. The prefecture's rich environment and unique world view creates refined products in ironware and urushi lacquer. Explore Iwate's historic crafts and designs.
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
Cleaning Tools. Specialized devices and deeper meanings. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
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
This episode focuses on the traditional cracker known as senbei. Check out a classic grilling method and the latest in the snack's evolution.
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 Lunch ON!
We hear that an insurance salesman in Tokyo dramatically improved his performance at work after appearing in an episode of Lunch ON. We visit him at work to find out what's going on.
14:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(4)
With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.
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
Marc Hull-Jacquin of Shelter Movers has rescued about 2,000 people fleeing domestic violence, providing 6 sanctuaries in Canada since 2016. He's fighting an increase in DV cases during the pandemic.
15:30 Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
Maiko usually do not eat foods with a strong smell, so Sumire requests gyoza dumplings with lots of garlic for her day off. In her excitement, she makes some odd comments as she entertains.
15:55 3-minute Maiko
Aomori, Kiyo and Sumire's Hometown, is about 1,000 kilometers away from Kyoto. However, you can find unexpected cultural similarities between the two places. Let's take a closer look at its secrets.
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(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Iwate. The prefecture's rich environment and unique world view creates refined products in ironware and urushi lacquer. Explore Iwate's historic crafts and designs.
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
Ties Van der Hoeven is a co-founder of a Dutch firm of holistic engineers with a plan to regreen the Sinai Peninsula, dry land in Egypt. Ties believes regreening is an answer to tackle climate change.
17:30 Japanology Plus
Cleaning Tools. Specialized devices and deeper meanings. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
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 Lunch ON!
We hear that an insurance salesman in Tokyo dramatically improved his performance at work after appearing in an episode of Lunch ON. We visit him at work to find out what's going on.
18:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(4)
With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.
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
Marc Hull-Jacquin of Shelter Movers has rescued about 2,000 people fleeing domestic violence, providing 6 sanctuaries in Canada since 2016. He's fighting an increase in DV cases during the pandemic.
19:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
This episode focuses on the traditional cracker known as senbei. Check out a classic grilling method and the latest in the snack's evolution.
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
Maiko usually do not eat foods with a strong smell, so Sumire requests gyoza dumplings with lots of garlic for her day off. In her excitement, she makes some odd comments as she entertains.
20:55 3-minute Maiko
Aomori, Kiyo and Sumire's Hometown, is about 1,000 kilometers away from Kyoto. However, you can find unexpected cultural similarities between the two places. Let's take a closer look at its secrets.
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
Ties Van der Hoeven is a co-founder of a Dutch firm of holistic engineers with a plan to regreen the Sinai Peninsula, dry land in Egypt. Ties believes regreening is an answer to tackle climate change.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
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 Iwate. The prefecture's rich environment and unique world view creates refined products in ironware and urushi lacquer. Explore Iwate's historic crafts and designs.
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
Cleaning Tools. Specialized devices and deeper meanings. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
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 Today's Close-Up
Cybercrime groups are taking advantage of the pandemic to wreak havoc on targets in Japan with a range of scams and schemes. NHK ventured into online black markets and the dark web to find out more.
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
Maiko usually do not eat foods with a strong smell, so Sumire requests gyoza dumplings with lots of garlic for her day off. In her excitement, she makes some odd comments as she entertains.
01:55 3-minute Maiko
Aomori, Kiyo and Sumire's Hometown, is about 1,000 kilometers away from Kyoto. However, you can find unexpected cultural similarities between the two places. Let's take a closer look at its secrets.
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
Ties Van der Hoeven is a co-founder of a Dutch firm of holistic engineers with a plan to regreen the Sinai Peninsula, dry land in Egypt. Ties believes regreening is an answer to tackle climate change.
02:30 Lunch ON!
We hear that an insurance salesman in Tokyo dramatically improved his performance at work after appearing in an episode of Lunch ON. We visit him at work to find out what's going on.
02:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(4)
With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.
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 Iwate. The prefecture's rich environment and unique world view creates refined products in ironware and urushi lacquer. Explore Iwate's historic crafts and designs.
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
Marc Hull-Jacquin of Shelter Movers has rescued about 2,000 people fleeing domestic violence, providing 6 sanctuaries in Canada since 2016. He's fighting an increase in DV cases during the pandemic.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
05:00 JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, a way to grow vegetables and other produce using a transparent film: film farming.
05:15 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. A political scientist Ian Bremmer looks at why the President Biden's job approval rate is falling and how it affects the midterm elections.
05:30 Japanology Plus
Cleaning Tools. Specialized devices and deeper meanings. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
NHK WORLD-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 Japan Railway Journal
The Japan Railfan Club awards its Blue Ribbon Prize and Laurel Prize to remarkable new vehicles that began service the previous year. See this year's recipients and the reasons they were selected.
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 Core Kyoto
Today: Family Crests, pedigree in the ancient capital. Kyoto continues to be innovative 1,200 years after its foundation. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Design Hunting in Iwate. The prefecture's rich environment and unique world view creates refined products in ironware and urushi lacquer. Explore Iwate's historic crafts and designs.
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(5)
Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason. They are not going to bow to the lord's procession. The bustling scene from everyday Edo life.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Expressways.
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 Lunch ON!
We hear that an insurance salesman in Tokyo dramatically improved his performance at work after appearing in an episode of Lunch ON. We visit him at work to find out what's going on.
09:55 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 bathrooms and learn how the bathing culture has evolved.
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
The pandemic is forcing many South Koreans to shop online, increasing work for delivery drivers who lack job security or basic labor rights. This episode depicts the drivers' harsh work environment.
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
Professor Jemma Wadham is a leading glaciologist who has spent the last twenty years examining glaciers in places as diverse as the Himalayas, the Andes, and the Alps.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
11:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku. Pirates once roamed the area. We take selfies with the swift currents. We also enjoy a "pirate dish" and take selfies with a 3,000-year-old tree.
11:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Eto Yuhi are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
11:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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
The Japan Railfan Club awards its Blue Ribbon Prize and Laurel Prize to remarkable new vehicles that began service the previous year. See this year's recipients and the reasons they were selected.
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 J-Arena
Breaking will become the latest youth-focused edition to Paris 2024. We catch up with Japan's B-Boy Shigekix whose evolution over the past few years has been phenomenal.
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
Tech2Peace is a seminar in which Israeli and Palestinian youth work together on tech-based projects. The cofounder, Palestinian Abeer Bandak, hopes that it can contribute to conflict resolution.
15:30 Asia Insight
The pandemic is forcing many South Koreans to shop online, increasing work for delivery drivers who lack job security or basic labor rights. This episode depicts the drivers' harsh work environment.
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: The Piercing Gaze
A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
16:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
16:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku. Pirates once roamed the area. We take selfies with the swift currents. We also enjoy a "pirate dish" and take selfies with a 3,000-year-old tree.
16:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Eto Yuhi are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
16:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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
Professor Jemma Wadham is a leading glaciologist who has spent the last twenty years examining glaciers in places as diverse as the Himalayas, the Andes, and the Alps.
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 J-Arena
Breaking will become the latest youth-focused edition to Paris 2024. We catch up with Japan's B-Boy Shigekix whose evolution over the past few years has been phenomenal.
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
Tech2Peace is a seminar in which Israeli and Palestinian youth work together on tech-based projects. The cofounder, Palestinian Abeer Bandak, hopes that it can contribute to conflict resolution.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
The Japan Railfan Club awards its Blue Ribbon Prize and Laurel Prize to remarkable new vehicles that began service the previous year. See this year's recipients and the reasons they were selected.
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
The pandemic is forcing many South Koreans to shop online, increasing work for delivery drivers who lack job security or basic labor rights. This episode depicts the drivers' harsh work environment.
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
Professor Jemma Wadham is a leading glaciologist who has spent the last twenty years examining glaciers in places as diverse as the Himalayas, the Andes, and the Alps.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: The Piercing Gaze
A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
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
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
22:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku. Pirates once roamed the area. We take selfies with the swift currents. We also enjoy a "pirate dish" and take selfies with a 3,000-year-old tree.
22:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Eto Yuhi are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
22:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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
Tech innovator Kodama Norihiro is the developer of a sustainable new agricultural method that fuses geothermal spring water with the Internet of Things to revitalize rural areas.
00:40 Five Frames for Love
Family, Faith, Future. A world-renowned champion who rises above each and every obstacle, this is Ryota, the charismatic pole dancer.
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 the relationship between Japanese people and monkeys.
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
The pandemic is forcing many South Koreans to shop online, increasing work for delivery drivers who lack job security or basic labor rights. This episode depicts the drivers' harsh work environment.
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
Professor Jemma Wadham is a leading glaciologist who has spent the last twenty years examining glaciers in places as diverse as the Himalayas, the Andes, and the Alps.
02:30 J-Arena
Breaking will become the latest youth-focused edition to Paris 2024. We catch up with Japan's B-Boy Shigekix whose evolution over the past few years has been phenomenal.
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
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
03:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku. Pirates once roamed the area. We take selfies with the swift currents. We also enjoy a "pirate dish" and take selfies with a 3,000-year-old tree.
03:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Eto Yuhi are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
03:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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
Tech2Peace is a seminar in which Israeli and Palestinian youth work together on tech-based projects. The cofounder, Palestinian Abeer Bandak, hopes that it can contribute to conflict resolution.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: The Piercing Gaze
A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
05:00 Medical Frontiers
Japanese doctors have developed a way to regenerate neurons damaged by stroke. It involves transplanting cells from a patient's bone marrow into the brain and shows promise in clinical trials.
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.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
Cybercrime groups are taking advantage of the pandemic to wreak havoc on targets in Japan with a range of scams and schemes. NHK ventured into online black markets and the dark web to find out more.
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
The pandemic is forcing many South Koreans to shop online, increasing work for delivery drivers who lack job security or basic labor rights. This episode depicts the drivers' harsh work 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.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
08:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Ehime Prefecture in Shikoku. Pirates once roamed the area. We take selfies with the swift currents. We also enjoy a "pirate dish" and take selfies with a 3,000-year-old tree.
08:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Eto Yuhi are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
08:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Soba with Spicy Meat.
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: The Piercing Gaze
A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
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 the relationship between Japanese people and monkeys.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 J-Arena
Breaking will become the latest youth-focused edition to Paris 2024. We catch up with Japan's B-Boy Shigekix whose evolution over the past few years has been phenomenal.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial broadcasters in Japan. This documentary follows a doctor with a hearing impairment, as he overcomes hurdle after hurdle.
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 FINDING SATOSHI
A bizarre story about the search for a man named Satoshi that spanned 14 years. What started as a simple puzzle grew into a global obsession. Who is Satoshi? And why could no one find him for so long?
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
Eugene is a creator known for his detailed imagery and smooth animation style, using colors and unique characters to give his works a strange, otherworldly feel.
12:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
12:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
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
Cybercrime groups are taking advantage of the pandemic to wreak havoc on targets in Japan with a range of scams and schemes. NHK ventured into online black markets and the dark web to find out more.
13:40 Five Frames for Love
Family, Faith, Future. A world-renowned champion who rises above each and every obstacle, this is Ryota, the charismatic pole dancer.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Tent
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard.This time, they make a tent big enough to play in. Create your own secret hideaway!
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 COOL JAPAN
Fortune telling exists in many parts of the world, and perception of its merits vary. The panelists experience some new and old practices in Japan, and learn how practitioners acquire their talent.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#43 You look well. / To express an opinion about what you see, drop the "na" of a "na" ending adjective or the "i" of an "i" ending adjective, then add "soo desu ne."
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: drawing tablets and cascades (airplane component).
15:40 Ani X Para World
Popular manga artist Kawai Katsutoshi is known for conducting extensive research for his stories. He brought this method to episode six, which turns the spotlight on visually impaired judo.
15:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithm March", etc.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial broadcasters in Japan. This documentary follows a doctor with a hearing impairment, as he overcomes hurdle after hurdle.
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 FINDING SATOSHI
A bizarre story about the search for a man named Satoshi that spanned 14 years. What started as a simple puzzle grew into a global obsession. Who is Satoshi? And why could no one find him for so long?
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: drawing tablets and cascades (airplane component).
18:40 Ani X Para World
Popular manga artist Kawai Katsutoshi is known for conducting extensive research for his stories. He brought this method to episode six, which turns the spotlight on visually impaired judo.
18:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithm March", etc.
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
Eugene is a creator known for his detailed imagery and smooth animation style, using colors and unique characters to give his works a strange, otherworldly feel.
19:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
19:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
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
Cybercrime groups are taking advantage of the pandemic to wreak havoc on targets in Japan with a range of scams and schemes. NHK ventured into online black markets and the dark web to find out more.
20:40 Five Frames for Love
Family, Faith, Future. A world-renowned champion who rises above each and every obstacle, this is Ryota, the charismatic pole dancer.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Tent
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard.This time, they make a tent big enough to play in. Create your own secret hideaway!
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
Fortune telling exists in many parts of the world, and perception of its merits vary. The panelists experience some new and old practices in Japan, and learn how practitioners acquire their talent.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#43 You look well. / To express an opinion about what you see, drop the "na" of a "na" ending adjective or the "i" of an "i" ending adjective, then add "soo desu ne."
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial broadcasters in Japan. This documentary follows a doctor with a hearing impairment, as he overcomes hurdle after hurdle.
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 FINDING SATOSHI
A bizarre story about the search for a man named Satoshi that spanned 14 years. What started as a simple puzzle grew into a global obsession. Who is Satoshi? And why could no one find him for so long?
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: drawing tablets and cascades (airplane component).
00:40 Ani X Para World
Popular manga artist Kawai Katsutoshi is known for conducting extensive research for his stories. He brought this method to episode six, which turns the spotlight on visually impaired judo.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Living in Japan," a radio show presenting informations useful for daily life in Japan. We filmed the recording of a show and interviewed presenters of the show in the studio.
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
Since the 8th century, Buddhist monks at Nara's Todaiji have held the annual Shuni-e ritual. In 2021, the COVID pandemic threatens to keep this ancient tradition from happening for the 1,270th time.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 COOL JAPAN
Fortune telling exists in many parts of the world, and perception of its merits vary. The panelists experience some new and old practices in Japan, and learn how practitioners acquire their talent.
02:55 Danko & Danta: Tent
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard.This time, they make a tent big enough to play in. Create your own secret hideaway!
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
Eugene is a creator known for his detailed imagery and smooth animation style, using colors and unique characters to give his works a strange, otherworldly feel.
03:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
03:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial broadcasters in Japan. This documentary follows a doctor with a hearing impairment, as he overcomes hurdle after hurdle.
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 FINDING SATOSHI
A bizarre story about the search for a man named Satoshi that spanned 14 years. What started as a simple puzzle grew into a global obsession. Who is Satoshi? And why could no one find him for so long?
NHK WORLD-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 RISING
Tech innovator Kodama Norihiro is the developer of a sustainable new agricultural method that fuses geothermal spring water with the Internet of Things to revitalize rural areas.
06:40 Five Frames for Love
Family, Faith, Future. A world-renowned champion who rises above each and every obstacle, this is Ryota, the charismatic pole dancer.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Tent
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard.This time, they make a tent big enough to play in. Create your own secret hideaway!
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 Anime Supernova
Eugene is a creator known for his detailed imagery and smooth animation style, using colors and unique characters to give his works a strange, otherworldly feel.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Night stalkers! Shell carpets! Creepy bugs! Is there cause for alarm? The Tokyo Wildlife Survey Team is on a mission to track down mysterious creatures in summer right in the heart of the metropolis!
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Gliding across the water on wing-like fins, the flying fish is one unique creature. We visit Hachijojima, an island belonging to Tokyo, to discover how this fish is caught and eaten in Japan.
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
Since the 8th century, Buddhist monks at Nara's Todaiji have held the annual Shuni-e ritual. In 2021, the COVID pandemic threatens to keep this ancient tradition from happening for the 1,270th time.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 COOL JAPAN
Fortune telling exists in many parts of the world, and perception of its merits vary. The panelists experience some new and old practices in Japan, and learn how practitioners acquire their talent.
09:55 Easy Japanese
#43 You look well. / To express an opinion about what you see, drop the "na" of a "na" ending adjective or the "i" of an "i" ending adjective, then add "soo desu ne."
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 #4
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 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a hand-fan producing company which lasts more than 400 years with its "Crisis Management."
11:25 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a Japanese-Sake company which lasts 350 years with its wisdom of "Finding New within the Old."
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Furen is a brackish lake which is connected to the Sea of Okhotsk in eastern Hokkaido. The program host canoes down the river that flows into the lake, and enjoys watching birds.
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 Face to Face
Picture book author Gomi Taro (75) has produced over 400 works which have been published in over 30 countries. Why do his books have such universal appeal? He shares with us his philosophy on art.
12:40 100 ideas to save the world
This episode is all about reducing. No-till farming in the US, a university trying to achieve 100% renewable energy, stopping the disposal of plastic umbrellas, and breathing new life into old toys.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Living in Japan," a radio show presenting informations useful for daily life in Japan. We filmed the recording of a show and interviewed presenters of the show in the studio.
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 RISING
Tech innovator Kodama Norihiro is the developer of a sustainable new agricultural method that fuses geothermal spring water with the Internet of Things to revitalize rural areas.
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 1-4.
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 the relationship between Japanese people and monkeys.
13:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Mt. Fuji's Faces
We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
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
Vietnam's foremost commercial center is Ho Chi Minh City. Previously known as Saigon, after the Vietnam War the city was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honor of the hero of Vietnamese independence.
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
Since the 8th century, Buddhist monks at Nara's Todaiji have held the annual Shuni-e ritual. In 2021, the COVID pandemic threatens to keep this ancient tradition from happening for the 1,270th time.
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 #4
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 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a hand-fan producing company which lasts more than 400 years with its "Crisis Management."
17:25 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a Japanese-Sake company which lasts 350 years with its wisdom of "Finding New within the Old."
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Furen is a brackish lake which is connected to the Sea of Okhotsk in eastern Hokkaido. The program host canoes down the river that flows into the lake, and enjoys watching birds.
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 RISING
Tech innovator Kodama Norihiro is the developer of a sustainable new agricultural method that fuses geothermal spring water with the Internet of Things to revitalize rural areas.
18:40 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 1-4.
18:50 Easy Japanese
#43 You look well. / To express an opinion about what you see, drop the "na" of a "na" ending adjective or the "i" of an "i" ending adjective, then add "soo desu ne."
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Living in Japan," a radio show presenting informations useful for daily life in Japan. We filmed the recording of a show and interviewed presenters of the show in the studio.
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 Face to Face
Picture book author Gomi Taro (75) has produced over 400 works which have been published in over 30 countries. Why do his books have such universal appeal? He shares with us his philosophy on art.
19:40 100 ideas to save the world
This episode is all about reducing. No-till farming in the US, a university trying to achieve 100% renewable energy, stopping the disposal of plastic umbrellas, and breathing new life into old toys.
19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Mt. Fuji's Faces
We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
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
Since the 8th century, Buddhist monks at Nara's Todaiji have held the annual Shuni-e ritual. In 2021, the COVID pandemic threatens to keep this ancient tradition from happening for the 1,270th time.
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
Vietnam's foremost commercial center is Ho Chi Minh City. Previously known as Saigon, after the Vietnam War the city was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honor of the hero of Vietnamese independence.
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 #4
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 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a hand-fan producing company which lasts more than 400 years with its "Crisis Management."
23:25 Centuries-old Japanese Businesses
Japan has many companies with histories of over 200 years. We reveal their secrets of longevity. We show a Japanese-Sake company which lasts 350 years with its wisdom of "Finding New within the Old."
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Lake Furen is a brackish lake which is connected to the Sea of Okhotsk in eastern Hokkaido. The program host canoes down the river that flows into the lake, and enjoys watching birds.
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
Cell tubes, made entirely from a patient's own cells, has been developed in Japan. It is used in place of blood vessels and may be applied to the regeneration of nerves and organs.
