NHK WORLD-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 ESPRIT JAPON
Japanese Food: Uncovering New Export Hits - Features the "debutante: New Selection of JAPAN FOODS+," a project launched to present promising food products overseas and uncover new hits.
06:40 Five Frames for Love #10
The Yoshimichi Siblings: A Bond Thicker Than Blood - Fashion, Friends, Family. Once hikikomori(shut in) but now stars, these Taipei-born Tokyo-raised siblings are heroes to the next generation.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Excavator
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, learn how to make an excellent and "super cool" excavator!
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
Uekusa Wataru is a creator known for his cute characters and mysterious worlds, as well as his ability to synchronize music and images in fast-paced visuals.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Rumors of a 'superpod' of killer whales, numerous in number, lure the Darwin team to Japan's Shiretoko Peninsula. And there they are, all lined up in a row! Marine speed dating? Highly 'orca-strated'!
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
KONNYAKU, an essential part of Japanese cuisine, is high in fiber and low in calories. This time, we learn all about KONNYAKU, which is gaining attention around the world as a superfood.
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
In the process of transforming Shibuya from a confusing labyrinth to a model of disaster prevention, crews relocate an entire train platform along with 500 meters of track in a single 54-hour period.
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
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces the Myoko Highlands in Niigata. In winter, heavy snows cover the forested plateau, but Japanese hares and macaque monkeys persevere against the cold.
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
#3 I'm from Vietnam. / Learn how to say where you're from. The formula is the name of the place, followed by "kara kimashita".
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 March 26, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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 NINJA TRUTH
The Bansenshukai is a compilation of secrets from 49 Iga and Koka ninja schools. We examine its contents and get TV's first look at scrolls believed to be the oldest extant copy of the Bansenshukai.
11:25 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja tools of clay and stone were unearthed at sixteenth-century archaeological sites. We explore the story behind their creation and recreate clay makibishi to see if they'll stand up to the test.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kirikane, the beauty of gossamer gold leaf craftsmanship. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A French fly-fisher enjoys fishing in a tributary that flows into the Tokachi River. The river has a gentle current and provides a hiding place for large Rainbow Trout.
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
Japanese folklore is full of yokai, monsters and spirits feared for their ability to cause inexplicable phenomena. Folklore researcher Komatsu Kazuhiko shares insights on their nature.
12:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Four ideas about responsibility to the future. Saving flowers destined for the trash, wind power in Japan, reducing food waste through composting, and ayu (sweetfish) in the clear streams of Tokyo.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
We introduce one or two program aired on NHK World-JAPAN in a episode. We show picked up video of the program presented by navigators, one is a woman and another "AI speaker".
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 ESPRIT JAPON
Japanese Food: Uncovering New Export Hits - Features the "debutante: New Selection of JAPAN FOODS+," a project launched to present promising food products overseas and uncover new hits.
13:40 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at bamboo: a natural material with countless applications.
13:45 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at kotatsu: traditional heated tables.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at karakuri ningyo, or mechanical dolls. Their clever mechanisms have been entertaining the public for centuries.
13:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE:Night on the Town
A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.
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
Seattle is a port city on America's west coast. Indigenous people lived here for many years before European settlers arrived. Abundantly green, the city's free spirit attracts many creative minds.
14:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
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 March 26, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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
In the process of transforming Shibuya from a confusing labyrinth to a model of disaster prevention, crews relocate an entire train platform along with 500 meters of track in a single 54-hour period.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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 Core Kyoto mini
Kirikane, the beauty of gossamer gold leaf craftsmanship. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
17:15 Wild Hokkaido!
A French fly-fisher enjoys fishing in a tributary that flows into the Tokachi River. The river has a gentle current and provides a hiding place for large Rainbow Trout.
17:30 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO March Tournament Final Day action live from Osaka, along with interviews of the tournament champion and special prize winners.
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
Japanese folklore is full of yokai, monsters and spirits feared for their ability to cause inexplicable phenomena. Folklore researcher Komatsu Kazuhiko shares insights on their nature.
19:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Four ideas about responsibility to the future. Saving flowers destined for the trash, wind power in Japan, reducing food waste through composting, and ayu (sweetfish) in the clear streams of Tokyo.
19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE:Night on the Town
A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.
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
In the process of transforming Shibuya from a confusing labyrinth to a model of disaster prevention, crews relocate an entire train platform along with 500 meters of track in a single 54-hour period.
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
Oamaru is located on the east coast of the South Island in New Zealand. Officially settled by British settlers in the 19th century, its white limestone architecture is a popular feature of the town.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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 NINJA TRUTH
The Bansenshukai is a compilation of secrets from 49 Iga and Koka ninja schools. We examine its contents and get TV's first look at scrolls believed to be the oldest extant copy of the Bansenshukai.
23:25 NINJA TRUTH
Ninja tools of clay and stone were unearthed at sixteenth-century archaeological sites. We explore the story behind their creation and recreate clay makibishi to see if they'll stand up to the test.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kirikane, the beauty of gossamer gold leaf craftsmanship. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A French fly-fisher enjoys fishing in a tributary that flows into the Tokachi River. The river has a gentle current and provides a hiding place for large Rainbow Trout.
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
The coronavirus pandemic has raised demand for telemedicine. In Japan, technology has been developed allowing doctors to diagnose patients remotely, whether they are on distant islands or overseas.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 SONGS OF TOKYO #29 milet
The songstress treated her fans to a special performance on the show. She sang acoustic versions of two songs from the popular anime Fate/Grand Order: the theme song Prover and Tell me.
06:40 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
06:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE:Night on the Town
A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Face to Face
Japanese folklore is full of yokai, monsters and spirits feared for their ability to cause inexplicable phenomena. Folklore researcher Komatsu Kazuhiko shares insights on their nature.
07:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Four ideas about responsibility to the future. Saving flowers destined for the trash, wind power in Japan, reducing food waste through composting, and ayu (sweetfish) in the clear streams of Tokyo.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce what services NHK WORLD-JAPAN has been providing since Russian Invasion to Ukraine and also services including short wave radio provided during emergency periods like Iraq War.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: high-capacity optical disks & automatic skewer machines.
08:40 Ani x Para World
Our tenth episode focuses on visually impaired marathon. We meet Michishita Misato, one of the biggest names in the sport, and learn about the deep bond between runner and guide.
08:55 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 "See the Wiggle Men!"...
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
Seattle is a port city on America's west coast. Indigenous people lived here for many years before European settlers arrived. Abundantly green, the city's free spirit attracts many creative minds.
09:25 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
The devasting disaster in Tohoku, northeast Japan, on March 11, 2011. Fukushima-born Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator focuses on the hard-hit Tohoku region, 9 years on.
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 March 27, final day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
10:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Ukraine-born Katarin Honma who makes bread with carrots from her adoptive Itoman City in Okinawa, and US-native Emily Balistrieri who translates Japanese novels and manga to English in Tokyo.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 Direct Talk
Murata Sayaka's novel about a convenience store worker was awarded Japan's most prestigious literary prize, and has been translated into over 30 languages. What struck a chord with readers?
11:30 Soundscapes of Japan
A Japan-based music producer captures the ambient sounds of local crabbing and the Chirimen crepe textile industry in the Tango region fronting the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto Pref.
11:45 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
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.Nihonbashi: The Bridge at the Center of Japanese Commerce.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #29 milet
The songstress treated her fans to a special performance on the show. She sang acoustic versions of two songs from the popular anime Fate/Grand Order: the theme song Prover and Tell me.
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 March 27, final day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Ukraine-born Katarin Honma who makes bread with carrots from her adoptive Itoman City in Okinawa, and US-native Emily Balistrieri who translates Japanese novels and manga to English in Tokyo.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Folding Fans
We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.
16:30 Soundscapes of Japan
A Japan-based music producer captures the ambient sounds of local crabbing and the Chirimen crepe textile industry in the Tango region fronting the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto Pref.
16:45 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in 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.
17:15 Direct Talk
Murata Sayaka's novel about a convenience store worker was awarded Japan's most prestigious literary prize, and has been translated into over 30 languages. What struck a chord with readers?
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.Nihonbashi: The Bridge at the Center of Japanese Commerce.
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 March 27, final day of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.
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
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #29 milet
The songstress treated her fans to a special performance on the show. She sang acoustic versions of two songs from the popular anime Fate/Grand Order: the theme song Prover and Tell me.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Ukraine-born Katarin Honma who makes bread with carrots from her adoptive Itoman City in Okinawa, and US-native Emily Balistrieri who translates Japanese novels and manga to English in Tokyo.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Murata Sayaka's novel about a convenience store worker was awarded Japan's most prestigious literary prize, and has been translated into over 30 languages. What struck a chord with readers?
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Folding Fans
We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.
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 Soundscapes of Japan
A Japan-based music producer captures the ambient sounds of local crabbing and the Chirimen crepe textile industry in the Tango region fronting the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto Pref.
22:45 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in 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.
23:18 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.Nihonbashi: The Bridge at the Center of Japanese Commerce.
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
A clinical trial of iPS-derived platelet transfusion will soon begin in Japan. Meet Professor Koji Eto of Kyoto University who developed a way to produce functional platelets for this therapy.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Ukraine-born Katarin Honma who makes bread with carrots from her adoptive Itoman City in Okinawa, and US-native Emily Balistrieri who translates Japanese novels and manga to English in Tokyo.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Murata Sayaka's novel about a convenience store worker was awarded Japan's most prestigious literary prize, and has been translated into over 30 languages. What struck a chord with readers?
02:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A 320-km ride through Nagano, with its magnificent mountain scenery and forests bright with late autumn colors, meeting some distinctive characters drawn to live here by their love of nature.
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 Soundscapes of Japan
A Japan-based music producer captures the ambient sounds of local crabbing and the Chirimen crepe textile industry in the Tango region fronting the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto Pref.
03:45 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in 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
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Folding Fans
We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.
05:00 NHK Documentary
In the process of transforming Shibuya from a confusing labyrinth to a model of disaster prevention, crews relocate an entire train platform along with 500 meters of track in a single 54-hour period.
05:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator seeks glimpses of sprites and spirits mysterious yet familiar presence in Tono, Iwate Pref.
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
The coronavirus pandemic has raised demand for telemedicine. In Japan, technology has been developed allowing doctors to diagnose patients remotely, whether they are on distant islands or overseas.
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 meet Ukraine-born Katarin Honma who makes bread with carrots from her adoptive Itoman City in Okinawa, and US-native Emily Balistrieri who translates Japanese novels and manga to English in Tokyo.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Soundscapes of Japan
A Japan-based music producer captures the ambient sounds of local crabbing and the Chirimen crepe textile industry in the Tango region fronting the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto Pref.
08:45 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in 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.
09:15 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Folding Fans
We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity.
09:20 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on mountains.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A 320-km ride through Nagano, with its magnificent mountain scenery and forests bright with late autumn colors, meeting some distinctive characters drawn to live here by their love of nature.
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
Eyeing Architectural Wonders! James Lambiasi takes an architecture tour to Hiroshima, Kagawa Prefecture and Nagoya, where he explores ancient, modern and contemporary structures.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Chef Saito's Chicken Nanban (2) Rika's Champon Noodles (3) Takanameshi/ Let's travel Japan by cooking at home with our chef Rika and master chef Saito.
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 THE UKIYOE CODE #3 Gardening
The Ukiyo-e Code. Gardening: Cultivating the Heart. University professor Miyata Hiroaki helps us decipher the clues in artwork showing the popularity of plants and gardening in 19th-century Tokyo.
12:55 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
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
The coronavirus pandemic has raised demand for telemedicine. In Japan, technology has been developed allowing doctors to diagnose patients remotely, whether they are on distant islands or overseas.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. Today, Angela Stent, Senior fellow of Brookings Institute and a longtime Russian watcher analyzes what's behind President Putin's invasion.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
Recently, the incidence of adenocarcinoma (AC), a type of esophageal cancer, is rising rapidly in Western countries. Learn how gastroesophageal reflux disease is linked to AC and ways to prevent it.
14:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
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
Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident, Miura Hiroshi has worked to revitalize local agriculture using renewable energy and create opportunities for strengthening the bonds of community.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Eyeing Architectural Wonders! James Lambiasi takes an architecture tour to Hiroshima, Kagawa Prefecture and Nagoya, where he explores ancient, modern and contemporary structures.
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:Sacred Cranes
Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Chef Saito's Chicken Nanban (2) Rika's Champon Noodles (3) Takanameshi/ Let's travel Japan by cooking at home with our chef Rika and master chef Saito.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
17:30 THE UKIYOE CODE #3 Gardening
The Ukiyo-e Code. Gardening: Cultivating the Heart. University professor Miyata Hiroaki helps us decipher the clues in artwork showing the popularity of plants and gardening in 19th-century Tokyo.
17:55 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. Today, Angela Stent, Senior fellow of Brookings Institute and a longtime Russian watcher analyzes what's behind President Putin's invasion.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
Recently, the incidence of adenocarcinoma (AC), a type of esophageal cancer, is rising rapidly in Western countries. Learn how gastroesophageal reflux disease is linked to AC and ways to prevent it.
18:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
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
Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident, Miura Hiroshi has worked to revitalize local agriculture using renewable energy and create opportunities for strengthening the bonds of community.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
The coronavirus pandemic has raised demand for telemedicine. In Japan, technology has been developed allowing doctors to diagnose patients remotely, whether they are on distant islands or overseas.
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
Eyeing Architectural Wonders! James Lambiasi takes an architecture tour to Hiroshima, Kagawa Prefecture and Nagoya, where he explores ancient, modern and contemporary structures.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE:Sacred Cranes
Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.
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) Chef Saito's Chicken Nanban (2) Rika's Champon Noodles (3) Takanameshi/ Let's travel Japan by cooking at home with our chef Rika and master chef Saito.
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 THE UKIYOE CODE #3 Gardening
The Ukiyo-e Code. Gardening: Cultivating the Heart. University professor Miyata Hiroaki helps us decipher the clues in artwork showing the popularity of plants and gardening in 19th-century Tokyo.
23:55 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
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
Nerimono are traditional ingredients made by processing ground fish meat. Packed with wisdom, the method ensures nothing from Japan's surrounding seas goes to waste.
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
Eyeing Architectural Wonders! James Lambiasi takes an architecture tour to Hiroshima, Kagawa Prefecture and Nagoya, where he explores ancient, modern and contemporary structures.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
02:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. Today, Angela Stent, Senior fellow of Brookings Institute and a longtime Russian watcher analyzes what's behind President Putin's invasion.
02:45 Doctor's Insight
Recently, the incidence of adenocarcinoma (AC), a type of esophageal cancer, is rising rapidly in Western countries. Learn how gastroesophageal reflux disease is linked to AC and ways to prevent it.
02:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
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) Chef Saito's Chicken Nanban (2) Rika's Champon Noodles (3) Takanameshi/ Let's travel Japan by cooking at home with our chef Rika and master chef Saito.
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
Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident, Miura Hiroshi has worked to revitalize local agriculture using renewable energy and create opportunities for strengthening the bonds of community.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE:Sacred Cranes
Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.
05:00 ESPRIT JAPON
Japanese Food: Uncovering New Export Hits - Features the "debutante: New Selection of JAPAN FOODS+," a project launched to present promising food products overseas and uncover new hits.
05:30 THE UKIYOE CODE #3 Gardening
The Ukiyo-e Code. Gardening: Cultivating the Heart. University professor Miyata Hiroaki helps us decipher the clues in artwork showing the popularity of plants and gardening in 19th-century Tokyo.
05:55 SAKURA - Cherry Blossom in Japan
The cherry blossom is the symbol of the Japanese spring. The flowers so resplendently and scatter so forlornly. We introduce famous blossom viewing spots around the country.
NHK WORLD-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 Science View
A clinical trial of iPS-derived platelet transfusion will soon begin in Japan. Meet Professor Koji Eto of Kyoto University who developed a way to produce functional platelets for this therapy.
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 Journeys in Japan
Eyeing Architectural Wonders! James Lambiasi takes an architecture tour to Hiroshima, Kagawa Prefecture and Nagoya, where he explores ancient, modern and contemporary structures.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Chef Saito's Chicken Nanban (2) Rika's Champon Noodles (3) Takanameshi/ Let's travel Japan by cooking at home with our chef Rika and master chef Saito.
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:Sacred Cranes
Two cranes hang out on the edge of a series of paddy fields where a man walks back and forth scattering something on the ground. They've been lured to a falconry preserve...but all is not as it seems.
09:20 Fukushima Time-Lapse 5min.
10 years on from the 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke seeks out the undiminished beauty of Fukushima. This time we focus on the coast.
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 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. Today, Angela Stent, Senior fellow of Brookings Institute and a longtime Russian watcher analyzes what's behind President Putin's invasion.
09:45 Doctor's Insight
Recently, the incidence of adenocarcinoma (AC), a type of esophageal cancer, is rising rapidly in Western countries. Learn how gastroesophageal reflux disease is linked to AC and ways to prevent it.
09:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Tokyo: A city where the old Edo cuture lives on. What lessons about today can we learn from the old traditions? On this final episode, we take a look at the enduring traditions of ever-changing Tokyo.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 Direct Talk
Kenneth Rimdahl came from Sweden to Chiang Mai, Thailand. There he discovered "miang," an edible tea made with leaves from local tea plants. Now his business helps protect the forests where they grow.
11:30 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.
11:35 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.
11:40 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.
11:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
11:55 Core Kyoto mini
Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 RISING
Follow a husband & wife duo working to maintain Japan's aging bridges and transport infrastructure as well as promoting workforce inclusivity, through an AI-based automated spot-check system.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Science View
A clinical trial of iPS-derived platelet transfusion will soon begin in Japan. Meet Professor Koji Eto of Kyoto University who developed a way to produce functional platelets for this therapy.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a play where two people must hide their true characters and feelings to survive a turbulent historic era.
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
To understand the problem of abusive policing in America, Georgetown University professor Rosa Brooks became a rookie cop herself, then founded a program to help recruits reimagine their profession.
15:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Tokyo: A city where the old Edo cuture lives on. What lessons about today can we learn from the old traditions? On this final episode, we take a look at the enduring traditions of ever-changing Tokyo.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
16:23 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
Strict voluntary quarantine of smallpox sufferers was required in Iwakuni domain in the Edo Period to protect the lord. Compliance was encouraged by a generous compensation policy that provided rice.
16:30 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
16:35 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
16:40 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
16:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
16:55 Core Kyoto mini
Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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
Kenneth Rimdahl came from Sweden to Chiang Mai, Thailand. There he discovered "miang," an edible tea made with leaves from local tea plants. Now his business helps protect the forests where they grow.
17:30 RISING
Follow a husband & wife duo working to maintain Japan's aging bridges and transport infrastructure as well as promoting workforce inclusivity, through an AI-based automated spot-check system.
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 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a play where two people must hide their true characters and feelings to survive a turbulent historic era.
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
To understand the problem of abusive policing in America, Georgetown University professor Rosa Brooks became a rookie cop herself, then founded a program to help recruits reimagine their profession.
19:30 Science View
A clinical trial of iPS-derived platelet transfusion will soon begin in Japan. Meet Professor Koji Eto of Kyoto University who developed a way to produce functional platelets for this therapy.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Tokyo: A city where the old Edo cuture lives on. What lessons about today can we learn from the old traditions? On this final episode, we take a look at the enduring traditions of ever-changing Tokyo.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Kenneth Rimdahl came from Sweden to Chiang Mai, Thailand. There he discovered "miang," an edible tea made with leaves from local tea plants. Now his business helps protect the forests where they grow.
21:55 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
Let's unravel the history of masks in Japan! Dr. Iso introduces various ideas and innovations, including masks for silver mine workers and masks to block toilet odor.
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 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.
22:35 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.
22:40 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.
22:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 RISING
Follow a husband & wife duo working to maintain Japan's aging bridges and transport infrastructure as well as promoting workforce inclusivity, through an AI-based automated spot-check system.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Japan Railway Journal
See the creative ideas Kominato Railway's developed to attract customers, from the operation of the Satoyama Trolley Train to old diesel trains and a collaboration with a local art festival.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Tokyo: A city where the old Edo cuture lives on. What lessons about today can we learn from the old traditions? On this final episode, we take a look at the enduring traditions of ever-changing Tokyo.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Kenneth Rimdahl came from Sweden to Chiang Mai, Thailand. There he discovered "miang," an edible tea made with leaves from local tea plants. Now his business helps protect the forests where they grow.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores a play where two people must hide their true characters and feelings to survive a turbulent historic era.
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 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.
03:35 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.
03:40 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.
03:45 Magical Japanese "Morning"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture.This episode looks at words related to morning. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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
To understand the problem of abusive policing in America, Georgetown University professor Rosa Brooks became a rookie cop herself, then founded a program to help recruits reimagine their profession.
04:55 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
With the rise in foreign trade in the late Edo period, menacing infectious diseases entered Japan. But it's also true that Westerners introduced the latest medicines and doctoral spirit of devotion.
05:00 SDGs Challengers
Someya Yumi established a project with the mission of generating energy using recycled fuel made from waste cooking oil. How can her initiative contribute to the SDGs? What issues need to be resolved?
05:30 RISING
Follow a husband & wife duo working to maintain Japan's aging bridges and transport infrastructure as well as promoting workforce inclusivity, through an AI-based automated spot-check system.
