NHK WORLD-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.
NHK WORLD-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 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".
06:30 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.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Journeys in Japan
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.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Tomato Oyakodon (2) Octopus and Zucchini with Nori / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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: 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.
09:30 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.
09:45 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.
09:55 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.
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 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
10:55 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
Abdul Baqi Samandar started schools called Kashana to offer free education for street kids. At his schools, they can study and learn basic knowledge and techniques to survive in society.
11:30 A Treasured Creation
The Chin kiln of Kagoshima has been turning out intricate pottery for 400 years. Now the 15th-generation head of the family is on a mission to develop new white clay from local volcanic earth.
11:45 Dig More Japan
Japanese writing isn't just for communication it has also developed into a distinctive visual art. In this new episode, we'll dig a little deeper into Japan's culture of writing.
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 Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
12:25 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.
12:30 Sharing the Future
In non-electrified rural areas of Tanzania, a Japanese NPO shares the introduction of off-grid power generation technology to help spread ICT education and reduce educational disparities.
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
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
13:30 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.
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
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.
14:20 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.
14:30 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the mythical and sacred shishi lion. Discover the extraordinary variety of shishi-mono dances in kabuki, and the famous mane-tossing movement.
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
Abdul Baqi Samandar started schools called Kashana to offer free education for street kids. At his schools, they can study and learn basic knowledge and techniques to survive in society.
15:30 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
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 Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
16:25 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.
16:30 A Treasured Creation
The Chin kiln of Kagoshima has been turning out intricate pottery for 400 years. Now the 15th-generation head of the family is on a mission to develop new white clay from local volcanic earth.
16:45 Dig More Japan
Japanese writing isn't just for communication it has also developed into a distinctive visual art. In this new episode, we'll dig a little deeper into Japan's culture of writing.
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
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
17:30 Sharing the Future
In non-electrified rural areas of Tanzania, a Japanese NPO shares the introduction of off-grid power generation technology to help spread ICT education and reduce educational disparities.
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
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.
18:20 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.
18:30 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the mythical and sacred shishi lion. Discover the extraordinary variety of shishi-mono dances in kabuki, and the famous mane-tossing movement.
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
Wendy Kopp heads "Teach For All." It recruits recent graduates to teach for a 2-year mission. It operates in 59 countries providing quality education in challenging places and even during COVID-19.
19:30 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.
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 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
20:55 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Abdul Baqi Samandar started schools called Kashana to offer free education for street kids. At his schools, they can study and learn basic knowledge and techniques to survive in society.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Takinogawa River
We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
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 Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
22:25 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.
22:30 A Treasured Creation
The Chin kiln of Kagoshima has been turning out intricate pottery for 400 years. Now the 15th-generation head of the family is on a mission to develop new white clay from local volcanic earth.
22:45 Dig More Japan
Japanese writing isn't just for communication it has also developed into a distinctive visual art. In this new episode, we'll dig a little deeper into Japan's culture of writing.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
Kyo-kanoko Shibori, untying the beauty bound within. Dive deep into 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.
23:10 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
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
23:30 Sharing the Future
In non-electrified rural areas of Tanzania, a Japanese NPO shares the introduction of off-grid power generation technology to help spread ICT education and reduce educational disparities.
00:10 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
00:20 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.
00:30 Japan Railway Journal
In March 2011, the Great East Japan Earthquake severely damaged railway infrastructure in the Tohoku region. See the efforts made by Sanriku Railway and JR East to restore their lines.
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
The special animation series, which depicts the world of para sports. This time, it is focused on Para Athletics, which original story was written by popular manga-comic artist, Eisaku Kubonouchi.
01:30 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
01:55 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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
Abdul Baqi Samandar started schools called Kashana to offer free education for street kids. At his schools, they can study and learn basic knowledge and techniques to survive in society.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the mythical and sacred shishi lion. Discover the extraordinary variety of shishi-mono dances in kabuki, and the famous mane-tossing movement.
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 Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
03:25 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.
03:30 A Treasured Creation
The Chin kiln of Kagoshima has been turning out intricate pottery for 400 years. Now the 15th-generation head of the family is on a mission to develop new white clay from local volcanic earth.
03:45 Dig More Japan
Japanese writing isn't just for communication it has also developed into a distinctive visual art. In this new episode, we'll dig a little deeper into Japan's culture of writing.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
Kyo-kanoko Shibori, untying the beauty bound within. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
04:35 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
04:40 Direct Talk
Wendy Kopp heads "Teach For All." It recruits recent graduates to teach for a 2-year mission. It operates in 59 countries providing quality education in challenging places and even during COVID-19.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Takinogawa River
We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
05:00 Today's Close-Up
Renowned manga artist Fujiko Fujio A (A is stylized in a circle), whose work examined the dark side of human nature, died in early April. We look back on his life and what inspired him.
05:30 Sharing the Future
In non-electrified rural areas of Tanzania, a Japanese NPO shares the introduction of off-grid power generation technology to help spread ICT education and reduce educational disparities.
NHK WORLD-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 A Little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Munich, Germany where we will meet the people who is enjoying a beer, surfing etc.
06:30 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.
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 Zeroing In: Carbon Neutral 2050
Rising temperatures. Warming oceans. Melting ice. Climate change touches all of us. In partnership with public broadcaster KCET, we zero in on coal.
07:55 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
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 A Treasured Creation
The Chin kiln of Kagoshima has been turning out intricate pottery for 400 years. Now the 15th-generation head of the family is on a mission to develop new white clay from local volcanic earth.
08:45 Dig More Japan
Japanese writing isn't just for communication it has also developed into a distinctive visual art. In this new episode, we'll dig a little deeper into Japan's culture of writing.
08:55 Core Kyoto mini
Kyo-kanoko Shibori, untying the beauty bound within. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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: Takinogawa River
We travel to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 KABUKI KOOL
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the mythical and sacred shishi lion. Discover the extraordinary variety of shishi-mono dances in kabuki, and the famous mane-tossing movement.
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 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
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
Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon.
11:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Touch. The pandemic moved so many relationships online, with few chances for touch. New designs focus on its value, and researcher Ito Asa explores the extraordinary world of touch.
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 in the street of Shanxing in China where is close to Shanghai, which is famous for canals and Shanxing wine.
12:25 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
12:30 Japanology Plus
Watches & Clocks: Clever and innovative timepieces. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 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
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
13:30 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.
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
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
14:20 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.
14:30 Lunch ON!
We visit a family-run Japanese paper lantern workshop in Kyoto. For lunch, the team of craftsmen goes out to an eatery to have local comfort food: savory pancakes, grilled offal, and fried noodles.
14:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
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
Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
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 in the street of Shanxing in China where is close to Shanghai, which is famous for canals and Shanxing wine.
16:25 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Touch. The pandemic moved so many relationships online, with few chances for touch. New designs focus on its value, and researcher Ito Asa explores the extraordinary world of touch.
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
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
17:30 Japanology Plus
Watches & Clocks: Clever and innovative timepieces. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Four Seasons in Japan
Chiba's Isumi Seashore on the Boso Peninsula features a lagoon with tidal mudflat crabs and feasting birds, breeding grounds for the endangered little tern, and crucial habitat for rare beach plants.
18:20 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.
18:30 Lunch ON!
We visit a family-run Japanese paper lantern workshop in Kyoto. For lunch, the team of craftsmen goes out to an eatery to have local comfort food: savory pancakes, grilled offal, and fried noodles.
18:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
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
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
19:30 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.
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 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
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
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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Airing Laundry
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
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 in the street of Shanxing in China where is close to Shanghai, which is famous for canals and Shanxing wine.
22:25 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
22:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Touch. The pandemic moved so many relationships online, with few chances for touch. New designs focus on its value, and researcher Ito Asa explores the extraordinary world of touch.
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
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
23:30 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Odaigahara.
23:45 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Reviving the Voices of Himeyuri
Staff at the Himeyuri Peace Museum in Okinawa struggle to find ways to create exhibits that illustrate the atrocities of war more relatable for the young people of today, and have them value peace.
00:55 Easy Japanese
#6 Does this train go to Ikebukuro? / Find out how to ask if public transportation goes to your destination. Use the name of the place plus "ni ikimasu ka".
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
The special animation series which depicts the world of parasports. This time, it is focused on wheelchair tennis, and a special collaboration with "Baby Steps" and Japanese top player Shingo Kunieda.
01:30 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
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
Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon.
02:30 Lunch ON!
We visit a family-run Japanese paper lantern workshop in Kyoto. For lunch, the team of craftsmen goes out to an eatery to have local comfort food: savory pancakes, grilled offal, and fried noodles.
02:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
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 in the street of Shanxing in China where is close to Shanghai, which is famous for canals and Shanxing wine.
03:25 Core Kyoto mini
Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities in the spring. Dive deep into the beauty of the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
03:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Touch. The pandemic moved so many relationships online, with few chances for touch. New designs focus on its value, and researcher Ito Asa explores the extraordinary world of touch.
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 Core Kyoto
Shigemori Chisao creates gardens, inspired by dry-landscape gardens. Nishinaka Yukito pursues the imperfect beauty valued 400 years ago is his glass art. They discuss what it means to recreate beauty.
04:40 Direct Talk
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Airing Laundry
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
05:00 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.
05:30 Japanology Plus
Watches & Clocks: Clever and innovative timepieces. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.
