NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Somewhere Street mini
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.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Asia Insight
Since the invasion of Ukraine began, many Chinese citizens have expressed support for Russia's actions, but filmmakers and young people gather to convey that not all Chinese people desire 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.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 BENTO EXPO
Maki and Marc prepare bentos with Shichimi Togarashi, a blend of seven spices that is used all throughout Japan. From Tokyo, a hanami bento perfect for viewing cherry blossoms.
08:45 Zero Waste Life
Komuro Maito makes dyes from things normally discarded like fruit skins or twigs, but the results are stunning. Colors vary by plant and even by season. As he often says, "trash is treasure."
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: At Roben Falls
We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.
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 J-Arena
Developed in the 1960s, Taido is a relatively new martial art with its roots in Okinawan karate, but including fluid, highly acrobatic elements. We explore the appeal of this intriguing discipline.
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 Close-up on Director Hamaguchi
This episode focuses on the Japanese filmmaker of the moment, HAMAGUCHI Ryusuke, whose cinematic adaptation of MURAKAMI Haruki's novel "Drive My Car" won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
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 DOSUKOI Sumo Salon
At DOSUKOI Sumo Salon we break down the sumo world through in-depth analysis and unique stats. This time we spotlight "kohyo," rikishi with smaller or more slender frames. Is bigger always better?
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
Ryo-timo is a creator pursuing new animation methods by combining 2D art and 3DCG. He creates magical worlds that have both a hand-drawn and 3D feel.
12:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Blooming of the Tisza appears like blossoms atop the water with a shower of swirling petals. Sound romantic? Here's a secret: those "flowers" and "petals" are actually big bugs! Millions of them!
12:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese CORN is amazingly sweet. We visit Hokkaido's large CORN fields to see how it is grown. We also discover a popular cornbread, unique French dishes that feature CORN and more.
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
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
13:40 Five Frames for Love #12
Yutaro, From Harajuku "Shop Staff" to Rule-Breaking Actor -Face, Followers, Future From being a "shop staff idol" of Harajuku to "it" actor, he's breaking the rules of style and gender.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Robot Danta
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a robot version of her friend Danta!
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 Svetlana Alexievich
A 2000 program on Svetlana Alexievich's decades-long effort to save the voices of the "little people" of the former Soviet Union from oblivion. Voices filled with love and sorrow are brought to life.
14:50 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.
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 (28 min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: ventilators for infants & electron beam lithography.
15:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Technology forging paths to the future. Two contrasting types of robots with a common mission, an AI suitcase for the visually impaired, and 3D-printed prosthetic legs that can be made remotely.
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 "It Can't Be Done!"...
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 Close-up on Director Hamaguchi
This episode focuses on the Japanese filmmaker of the moment, HAMAGUCHI Ryusuke, whose cinematic adaptation of MURAKAMI Haruki's novel "Drive My Car" won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
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 DOSUKOI Sumo Salon
At DOSUKOI Sumo Salon we break down the sumo world through in-depth analysis and unique stats. This time we spotlight "kohyo," rikishi with smaller or more slender frames. Is bigger always better?
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 (28 min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: ventilators for infants & electron beam lithography.
18:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Technology forging paths to the future. Two contrasting types of robots with a common mission, an AI suitcase for the visually impaired, and 3D-printed prosthetic legs that can be made remotely.
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 "It Can't Be Done!"...
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
Ryo-timo is a creator pursuing new animation methods by combining 2D art and 3DCG. He creates magical worlds that have both a hand-drawn and 3D feel.
19:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Blooming of the Tisza appears like blossoms atop the water with a shower of swirling petals. Sound romantic? Here's a secret: those "flowers" and "petals" are actually big bugs! Millions of them!
19:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese CORN is amazingly sweet. We visit Hokkaido's large CORN fields to see how it is grown. We also discover a popular cornbread, unique French dishes that feature CORN and more.
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
Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
20:40 Five Frames for Love #12
Yutaro, From Harajuku "Shop Staff" to Rule-Breaking Actor -Face, Followers, Future From being a "shop staff idol" of Harajuku to "it" actor, he's breaking the rules of style and gender.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Robot Danta
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a robot version of her friend Danta!
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 Svetlana Alexievich
A 2000 program on Svetlana Alexievich's decades-long effort to save the voices of the "little people" of the former Soviet Union from oblivion. Voices filled with love and sorrow are brought to life.
21:50 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.
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 Close-up on Director Hamaguchi
This episode focuses on the Japanese filmmaker of the moment, HAMAGUCHI Ryusuke, whose cinematic adaptation of MURAKAMI Haruki's novel "Drive My Car" won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
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 DOSUKOI Sumo Salon
At DOSUKOI Sumo Salon we break down the sumo world through in-depth analysis and unique stats. This time we spotlight "kohyo," rikishi with smaller or more slender frames. Is bigger always better?
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 (28 min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: ventilators for infants & electron beam lithography.
00:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Technology forging paths to the future. Two contrasting types of robots with a common mission, an AI suitcase for the visually impaired, and 3D-printed prosthetic legs that can be made remotely.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
We introduce special programs on Ukraine. "Deeper Look from NY," an interview to Mr. Ian Bremmer. And "Our Beautiful Country Will Not Surrender," chasing the activities of female Ukrainians in Japan.
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
A decade on from its triple core meltdown, we take stock of the mammoth undertaking, fraught with both technical and social challenges, of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
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 Svetlana Alexievich
A 2000 program on Svetlana Alexievich's decades-long effort to save the voices of the "little people" of the former Soviet Union from oblivion. Voices filled with love and sorrow are brought to life.
02:50 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.
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
Ryo-timo is a creator pursuing new animation methods by combining 2D art and 3DCG. He creates magical worlds that have both a hand-drawn and 3D feel.
03:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Blooming of the Tisza appears like blossoms atop the water with a shower of swirling petals. Sound romantic? Here's a secret: those "flowers" and "petals" are actually big bugs! Millions of them!
03:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese CORN is amazingly sweet. We visit Hokkaido's large CORN fields to see how it is grown. We also discover a popular cornbread, unique French dishes that feature CORN and more.
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 Close-up on Director Hamaguchi
This episode focuses on the Japanese filmmaker of the moment, HAMAGUCHI Ryusuke, whose cinematic adaptation of MURAKAMI Haruki's novel "Drive My Car" won the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
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 DOSUKOI Sumo Salon
At DOSUKOI Sumo Salon we break down the sumo world through in-depth analysis and unique stats. This time we spotlight "kohyo," rikishi with smaller or more slender frames. Is bigger always better?
NHK WORLD-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
We examine a unique service connecting young people with a thirst for travel on a budget, and provincial towns seeking both an influx of younger workers, and new ambassadors to showcase their appeal.
06:40 Five Frames for Love #12
Yutaro, From Harajuku "Shop Staff" to Rule-Breaking Actor -Face, Followers, Future From being a "shop staff idol" of Harajuku to "it" actor, he's breaking the rules of style and gender.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Robot Danta
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a robot version of her friend Danta!
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
Ryo-timo is a creator pursuing new animation methods by combining 2D art and 3DCG. He creates magical worlds that have both a hand-drawn and 3D feel.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Blooming of the Tisza appears like blossoms atop the water with a shower of swirling petals. Sound romantic? Here's a secret: those "flowers" and "petals" are actually big bugs! Millions of them!
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese CORN is amazingly sweet. We visit Hokkaido's large CORN fields to see how it is grown. We also discover a popular cornbread, unique French dishes that feature CORN and more.
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
A decade on from its triple core meltdown, we take stock of the mammoth undertaking, fraught with both technical and social challenges, of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
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 Svetlana Alexievich
A 2000 program on Svetlana Alexievich's decades-long effort to save the voices of the "little people" of the former Soviet Union from oblivion. Voices filled with love and sorrow are brought to life.
09:50 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.
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
(Dubbed) Kanzaki Makoto's likability helped him glide through life until he gets caught up in a web of corruption at his PR job at a college. This black comedy is a microcosm of modern Japan.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Hometown Stories
Women who spent decades since WWII working at a market in Okinawa are preparing to leave the historic place, where they shared good times and bad. Don't miss this intimate look at their final goodbye.
11:42 Easy Japanese
#4 I'm going to study Japanese at a university. / Talk about your plans. Put "shimasu" after the plan to explain what you are going to do.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The mountains are completely surrounding Lake Kussharo in eastern Hokkaido. This time, two Irish enjoy winter hiking on Mt.Mokoto with an altitude of 1,000 meters.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 The Professionals
Who knew Japanese wine could be so good? This acclaimed wine is made by Saito Mayu, whose wine is served on international first-class flights. Join us for six months of hard work at her winery.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
We introduce special programs on Ukraine. "Deeper Look from NY," an interview to Mr. Ian Bremmer. And "Our Beautiful Country Will Not Surrender," chasing the activities of female Ukrainians 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 RISING
We examine a unique service connecting young people with a thirst for travel on a budget, and provincial towns seeking both an influx of younger workers, and new ambassadors to showcase their appeal.
13:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-4.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at wasabi, an eye-watering condiment with many surprising uses.
13:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Snow piles up in winter along the sea of Japan. Visit a morning seafood market, play in the snow, admire traditional lacquerware, and enjoy warm mochi rice cake with cute kitties.
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
The Greek island of Santorini is a very popular resort in the Aegean Sea. Many of the tourists who visit the island say that it was their dream to visit Santorini at least once in their lifetime.
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
A decade on from its triple core meltdown, we take stock of the mammoth undertaking, fraught with both technical and social challenges, of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
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 Hometown Stories
Women who spent decades since WWII working at a market in Okinawa are preparing to leave the historic place, where they shared good times and bad. Don't miss this intimate look at their final goodbye.
17:42 Easy Japanese
#4 I'm going to study Japanese at a university. / Talk about your plans. Put "shimasu" after the plan to explain what you are going to do.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The mountains are completely surrounding Lake Kussharo in eastern Hokkaido. This time, two Irish enjoy winter hiking on Mt.Mokoto with an altitude of 1,000 meters.
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
We examine a unique service connecting young people with a thirst for travel on a budget, and provincial towns seeking both an influx of younger workers, and new ambassadors to showcase their appeal.
18:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-4.
18:50 Danko & Danta: Robot Danta
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a robot version of her friend Danta!
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
We introduce special programs on Ukraine. "Deeper Look from NY," an interview to Mr. Ian Bremmer. And "Our Beautiful Country Will Not Surrender," chasing the activities of female Ukrainians in Japan.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 The Professionals
Who knew Japanese wine could be so good? This acclaimed wine is made by Saito Mayu, whose wine is served on international first-class flights. Join us for six months of hard work at her winery.
19:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Snow piles up in winter along the sea of Japan. Visit a morning seafood market, play in the snow, admire traditional lacquerware, and enjoy warm mochi rice cake with cute kitties.
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
A decade on from its triple core meltdown, we take stock of the mammoth undertaking, fraught with both technical and social challenges, of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
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
The Greek island of Santorini is a very popular resort in the Aegean Sea. Many of the tourists who visit the island say that it was their dream to visit Santorini at least once in their lifetime.
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 Hometown Stories
Women who spent decades since WWII working at a market in Okinawa are preparing to leave the historic place, where they shared good times and bad. Don't miss this intimate look at their final goodbye.
23:42 Easy Japanese
#4 I'm going to study Japanese at a university. / Talk about your plans. Put "shimasu" after the plan to explain what you are going to do.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
The mountains are completely surrounding Lake Kussharo in eastern Hokkaido. This time, two Irish enjoy winter hiking on Mt.Mokoto with an altitude of 1,000 meters.
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
In the first of two episodes on the mysterious powers of the gut microbiota, we look at studies that show the major impact it has on athletic ability, sleep quality and immunity.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Miyazawa Kazufumi, who has long been sharing the appeal of Okinawa and its music; and Takeuchi Anna, a singer-songwriter in the fourth year since her debut.
06:40 Easy Japanese for Work
This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.
06:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Snow piles up in winter along the sea of Japan. Visit a morning seafood market, play in the snow, admire traditional lacquerware, and enjoy warm mochi rice cake with cute kitties.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 The Professionals
Who knew Japanese wine could be so good? This acclaimed wine is made by Saito Mayu, whose wine is served on international first-class flights. Join us for six months of hard work at her winery.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
We introduce special programs on Ukraine. "Deeper Look from NY," an interview to Mr. Ian Bremmer. And "Our Beautiful Country Will Not Surrender," chasing the activities of female Ukrainians 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 Japan's Top Inventions (28 min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: ventilators for infants & electron beam lithography.
08:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Technology forging paths to the future. Two contrasting types of robots with a common mission, an AI suitcase for the visually impaired, and 3D-printed prosthetic legs that can be made remotely.
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 "It Can't Be Done!"...
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
The Greek island of Santorini is a very popular resort in the Aegean Sea. Many of the tourists who visit the island say that it was their dream to visit Santorini at least once in their lifetime.
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 Cal Home
This episode features two fabulous foreigners in Tokyo - US-born magazine editor Lucas Badtke-Berkow who invites us to discover the capital's many trees, and nail artist Nial Khan Cing from Myanmar.
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
Matsuoka Satoshi oversees the operations of Fugaku, a Japanese supercomputer named for Mt. Fuji. It made global headlines when it succeeded in visualizing the aerosol dispersal of COVID-19.
11:30 Culture Crossroads BOSAI series
As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: Be Prepared provides practical knowledge to save life from natural disaster. Today, we learn how to act when getting home is hard after an urban earthquake.
11:40 Learn Japanese from the News
Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a plastic developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo that is embedded with enzymes that cause it to decompose in water.
11:50 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
11:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Chicken Thigh Kara-age Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
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.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Miyazawa Kazufumi, who has long been sharing the appeal of Okinawa and its music; and Takeuchi Anna, a singer-songwriter in the fourth year since her debut.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Today, many types of lamps are enjoyed in Japan, not only as a source of light, but also as a special item that can set the mood of any space. Join us as we cast light on the allure of the lamp.
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
Matsuoka Satoshi oversees the operations of Fugaku, a Japanese supercomputer named for Mt. Fuji. It made global headlines when it succeeded in visualizing the aerosol dispersal of COVID-19.
15:30 Where We Cal Home
This episode features two fabulous foreigners in Tokyo - US-born magazine editor Lucas Badtke-Berkow who invites us to discover the capital's many trees, and nail artist Nial Khan Cing from Myanmar.
16:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
16:30 Culture Crossroads BOSAI series
As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: Be Prepared provides practical knowledge to save life from natural disaster. Today, we learn how to act when getting home is hard after an urban earthquake.
16:40 Learn Japanese from the News
Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a plastic developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo that is embedded with enzymes that cause it to decompose in water.
16:50 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
16:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Chicken Thigh Kara-age Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
17:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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.
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 The Mark of Beauty
Today, many types of lamps are enjoyed in Japan, not only as a source of light, but also as a special item that can set the mood of any space. Join us as we cast light on the allure of the lamp.
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
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: Miyazawa Kazufumi, who has long been sharing the appeal of Okinawa and its music; and Takeuchi Anna, a singer-songwriter in the fourth year since her debut.
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 Cal Home
This episode features two fabulous foreigners in Tokyo - US-born magazine editor Lucas Badtke-Berkow who invites us to discover the capital's many trees, and nail artist Nial Khan Cing from Myanmar.
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
Matsuoka Satoshi oversees the operations of Fugaku, a Japanese supercomputer named for Mt. Fuji. It made global headlines when it succeeded in visualizing the aerosol dispersal of COVID-19.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Niwaka Festival
In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron, while a jester attempts to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.
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 BOSAI series
As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: Be Prepared provides practical knowledge to save life from natural disaster. Today, we learn how to act when getting home is hard after an urban earthquake.
22:40 Learn Japanese from the News
Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a plastic developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo that is embedded with enzymes that cause it to decompose in water.
22:50 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
22:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Chicken Thigh Kara-age Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
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.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
00:20 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.
00:30 Science View
Quantum computers could potentially break encryption codes, posing a threat to cybersecurity. Find out about "lattice-base cryptography" which may be the solution to withstand quantum computing.
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 Cal Home
This episode features two fabulous foreigners in Tokyo - US-born magazine editor Lucas Badtke-Berkow who invites us to discover the capital's many trees, and nail artist Nial Khan Cing from Myanmar.
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
Matsuoka Satoshi oversees the operations of Fugaku, a Japanese supercomputer named for Mt. Fuji. It made global headlines when it succeeded in visualizing the aerosol dispersal of COVID-19.
02:30 The Mark of Beauty
Today, many types of lamps are enjoyed in Japan, not only as a source of light, but also as a special item that can set the mood of any space. Join us as we cast light on the allure of the lamp.
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 BOSAI series
As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: Be Prepared provides practical knowledge to save life from natural disaster. Today, we learn how to act when getting home is hard after an urban earthquake.
03:40 Learn Japanese from the News
Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a plastic developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo that is embedded with enzymes that cause it to decompose in water.
03:50 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
03:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Chicken Thigh Kara-age Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
04:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
04:40 Direct Talk
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Niwaka Festival
In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron, while a jester attempts to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.
05:00 NHK Documentary
A decade on from its triple core meltdown, we take stock of the mammoth undertaking, fraught with both technical and social challenges, of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
05:50 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.
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
In the first of two episodes on the mysterious powers of the gut microbiota, we look at studies that show the major impact it has on athletic ability, sleep quality and immunity.
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 Cal Home
This episode features two fabulous foreigners in Tokyo - US-born magazine editor Lucas Badtke-Berkow who invites us to discover the capital's many trees, and nail artist Nial Khan Cing from Myanmar.
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 BOSAI series
As a series in Culture Crossroads, BOSAI: Be Prepared provides practical knowledge to save life from natural disaster. Today, we learn how to act when getting home is hard after an urban earthquake.
08:40 Learn Japanese from the News
Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a plastic developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo that is embedded with enzymes that cause it to decompose in water.
08:50 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
08:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Chicken Thigh Kara-age Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
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: Niwaka Festival
In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron, while a jester attempts to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay.
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.
09:30 The Mark of Beauty
Today, many types of lamps are enjoyed in Japan, not only as a source of light, but also as a special item that can set the mood of any space. Join us as we cast light on the allure of the lamp.
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
Belgian fashion and art PhD candidate Saskia Thoelen travels to northern Gunma, where she sees how a contemporary art festival is transforming a beautiful rural area.
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
Takahashi Tomohiro is a journalist who photographs disaster sites. Since the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, he's been traveling across Japan increasing disaster awareness and preparedness.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Tomato Oyakodon (2) Octopus and Zucchini with Nori / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
12:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
12:30 Document 72 hours
Workers in Tokyo's Shimbashi business district have flocked to an established sweets shop by the station for decades. For three days, we asked customers if 2021 had been bitter or sweet for them.
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 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
13:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
13:30 Medical Frontiers
In the first of two episodes on the mysterious powers of the gut microbiota, we look at studies that show the major impact it has on athletic ability, sleep quality and immunity.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Four Seasons in Japan
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
14:20 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.
14:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. We asked Moscow-based journalist Andrei Kolesnikov about the current mood in Russia and whether Putin could lose his people's support.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
Japan is a pioneer in endoscopy as 90% of colonoscopes used worldwide are made in Japan. How easy is it to get screened now? Find out about endoscopic improvements and the latest system using AI.
14:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
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 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Takahashi Tomohiro is a journalist who photographs disaster sites. Since the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, he's been traveling across Japan increasing disaster awareness and preparedness.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
Belgian fashion and art PhD candidate Saskia Thoelen travels to northern Gunma, where she sees how a contemporary art festival is transforming a beautiful rural area.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
16:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Tomato Oyakodon (2) Octopus and Zucchini with Nori / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
17:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
17:30 Document 72 hours
Workers in Tokyo's Shimbashi business district have flocked to an established sweets shop by the station for decades. For three days, we asked customers if 2021 had been bitter or sweet for them.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
Aomori's Shimokita Peninsula, jutting into the Tsugaru Straight toward Hokkaido, features osprey nests, flocks of brown-eared bulbuls, and the battle for survival with the peregrine falcon.
18:20 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.
18:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. We asked Moscow-based journalist Andrei Kolesnikov about the current mood in Russia and whether Putin could lose his people's support.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
Japan is a pioneer in endoscopy as 90% of colonoscopes used worldwide are made in Japan. How easy is it to get screened now? Find out about endoscopic improvements and the latest system using AI.
18:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
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 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
The electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
In the first of two episodes on the mysterious powers of the gut microbiota, we look at studies that show the major impact it has on athletic ability, sleep quality and immunity.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
20:30 Journeys in Japan
Belgian fashion and art PhD candidate Saskia Thoelen travels to northern Gunma, where she sees how a contemporary art festival is transforming a beautiful rural area.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
21:30 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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Takahashi Tomohiro is a journalist who photographs disaster sites. Since the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, he's been traveling across Japan increasing disaster awareness and preparedness.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Clam-Digging
It's spring, and a group of young men and women have come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood. There's also love in the air.
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 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
22:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Tomato Oyakodon (2) Octopus and Zucchini with Nori / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
23:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
23:30 Document 72 hours
Workers in Tokyo's Shimbashi business district have flocked to an established sweets shop by the station for decades. For three days, we asked customers if 2021 had been bitter or sweet for them.
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 Four Seasons in Japan
Yamagata's Tobishima Island in the Sea of Japan features flocks of birds resting their wings or raising their young while peregrine falcons hunt from the cliffs above to feed their nesting chicks.
00:20 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
The fermented seasoning called MISO is an essential part of MISO soup, a Japanese soul food. Let's find out about a traditional MISO making procedure and a hidden connection with Zen training.
00:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Shirasu are baby Japanese anchovies. Known for their clear, silvery-white appearance, these tiny things are packed with umami and nutrients.
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 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
01:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPIC
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa."
01:30 Journeys in Japan
Belgian fashion and art PhD candidate Saskia Thoelen travels to northern Gunma, where she sees how a contemporary art festival is transforming a beautiful rural area.
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 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Takahashi Tomohiro is a journalist who photographs disaster sites. Since the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, he's been traveling across Japan increasing disaster awareness and preparedness.
02:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. We asked Moscow-based journalist Andrei Kolesnikov about the current mood in Russia and whether Putin could lose his people's support.
02:45 Doctor's Insight
Japan is a pioneer in endoscopy as 90% of colonoscopes used worldwide are made in Japan. How easy is it to get screened now? Find out about endoscopic improvements and the latest system using AI.
02:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
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 Somewhere Street A little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Adelaide, Australia where we will meet the people playing beach volleyball and "men of the sea".
03:25 Core Kyoto mini
Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Tomato Oyakodon (2) Octopus and Zucchini with Nori / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 Journeys in Japan
Belgian fashion and art PhD candidate Saskia Thoelen travels to northern Gunma, where she sees how a contemporary art festival is transforming a beautiful rural area.
04:40 Direct Talk
The electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Clam-Digging
It's spring, and a group of young men and women have come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood. There's also love in the air.
05:00 RISING
We examine a unique service connecting young people with a thirst for travel on a budget, and provincial towns seeking both an influx of younger workers, and new ambassadors to showcase their appeal.
05:30 Document 72 hours
Workers in Tokyo's Shimbashi business district have flocked to an established sweets shop by the station for decades. For three days, we asked customers if 2021 had been bitter or sweet for them.
