NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Today's Close-Up
The human gut is home to more than 100 trillion bacteria. We explore how these microbes shape the health of the whole body, and how damaging them increases the risk of ill-health and disease.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Asia Insight
A medical team from Hanoi head to the city of Da Nang to help a local hospital through a second wave of COVID-19. Are their experiences from the first wave enough to beat gear and staff shortages?
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features pork chops with Japan's original ketchup flavored Spaghetti Napolitan. Maki makes a one-dish Curry Pilaf. And from Tokyo Bay, a traditional bento of sweet and savory anago eel!
08:45 Zero Waste Life
Nakahara Keiko lives at the foot of the Yatsugatake mountains in central Japan. She dyes fabric using nearby plants, makes reusable food wrappers with beeswax, and recycles fabric for clothing.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Two Scenic Views
We break down a print that warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once: Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at scissors. After arriving in Japan, they evolved in unique ways.
09:20 Time-lapse Japan
The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Dogu.
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
BMX Freestyle Park was one of the new youth-focused events to debut at Tokyo 2020. One of Japan's standout riders was 20-year-old Nakamura Rim, who now faces a new rival, 16-year-old Mizogaki Joji.
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 Karl and Tina
In a snowy mountain village of traditional Japanese-style homes, German couple Karl and Tina and their neighbors celebrate life in the mountains, enjoying winter and greeting the arrival of spring.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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
Morishita Yusuke is a popular creator known for his animated works for children. Greatly influenced by American cartoon animation, Morishita specializes in simple and friendly character designs.
12:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Japanese giant salamanders can reach 100 years of age and 1.5 meters in length. But these living fossils face environmental degradation and habitat loss. Luckily, schoolchildren are there to help.
12:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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
The human gut is home to more than 100 trillion bacteria. We explore how these microbes shape the health of the whole body, and how damaging them increases the risk of ill-health and disease.
13:40 Five Frames for Love #14
The One and Only Yui, World Double Dutch Champion -Freedom, Family, Future. Yui wasn't born a genius, she trained to be one. Now this Double Dutch pro is a force that can't be stopped.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Ukraine: Echoes of History
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent geopolitical shockwaves across the globe. We speak to three key experts who help us unravel the historical roots of the crisis and assess where events might lead.
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: canned bread & automatic dorayaki machines.
15:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Building an inclusive society is an integral component of the SDGs' pledge of "leaving no one behind." Explore efforts under way in wide variety of fields toward realizing normalization.
15:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithum March"...
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 Karl and Tina
In a snowy mountain village of traditional Japanese-style homes, German couple Karl and Tina and their neighbors celebrate life in the mountains, enjoying winter and greeting the arrival of spring.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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: canned bread & automatic dorayaki machines.
18:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Building an inclusive society is an integral component of the SDGs' pledge of "leaving no one behind." Explore efforts under way in wide variety of fields toward realizing normalization.
18:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "The Algorithum March"...
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
Morishita Yusuke is a popular creator known for his animated works for children. Greatly influenced by American cartoon animation, Morishita specializes in simple and friendly character designs.
19:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Japanese giant salamanders can reach 100 years of age and 1.5 meters in length. But these living fossils face environmental degradation and habitat loss. Luckily, schoolchildren are there to help.
19:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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
The human gut is home to more than 100 trillion bacteria. We explore how these microbes shape the health of the whole body, and how damaging them increases the risk of ill-health and disease.
20:40 Five Frames for Love #14
The One and Only Yui, World Double Dutch Champion -Freedom, Family, Future. Yui wasn't born a genius, she trained to be one. Now this Double Dutch pro is a force that can't be stopped.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 Ukraine: Echoes of History
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent geopolitical shockwaves across the globe. We speak to three key experts who help us unravel the historical roots of the crisis and assess where events might lead.
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 Karl and Tina
In a snowy mountain village of traditional Japanese-style homes, German couple Karl and Tina and their neighbors celebrate life in the mountains, enjoying winter and greeting the arrival of spring.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
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: canned bread & automatic dorayaki machines.
00:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Building an inclusive society is an integral component of the SDGs' pledge of "leaving no one behind." Explore efforts under way in wide variety of fields toward realizing normalization.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
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 provincial hospital in western Japan offers an unconventional mentoring service for those newly diagnosed with dementia and their families - one where the mentors themselves have dementia too.
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 Ukraine: Echoes of History
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent geopolitical shockwaves across the globe. We speak to three key experts who help us unravel the historical roots of the crisis and assess where events might lead.
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
Morishita Yusuke is a popular creator known for his animated works for children. Greatly influenced by American cartoon animation, Morishita specializes in simple and friendly character designs.
03:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Japanese giant salamanders can reach 100 years of age and 1.5 meters in length. But these living fossils face environmental degradation and habitat loss. Luckily, schoolchildren are there to help.
03:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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 Karl and Tina
In a snowy mountain village of traditional Japanese-style homes, German couple Karl and Tina and their neighbors celebrate life in the mountains, enjoying winter and greeting the arrival of spring.
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 Brightening their Twilight Years
A beautiful highland village is without a doctor. A retiring medical professor moves here to care for the aging residents, becoming close to them as he records their lives and deaths in photographs.
NHK WORLD-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
Follow a unique enterprise leveraging abandoned buildings to revitalize a community devastated by the earthquake and tsunami of 2011, through guesthouses, co-working spaces, communal houses, and more.
06:40 Five Frames for Love #14
The One and Only Yui, World Double Dutch Champion -Freedom, Family, Future. Yui wasn't born a genius, she trained to be one. Now this Double Dutch pro is a force that can't be stopped.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Anime Supernova
Morishita Yusuke is a popular creator known for his animated works for children. Greatly influenced by American cartoon animation, Morishita specializes in simple and friendly character designs.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
Japanese giant salamanders can reach 100 years of age and 1.5 meters in length. But these living fossils face environmental degradation and habitat loss. Luckily, schoolchildren are there to help.
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
Japanese eggplants vary greatly based on climate. In summer, peak season, many types line the shops. We visit Niigata, Japan's largest eggplant consumer, to learn more about its eggplant culture.
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 provincial hospital in western Japan offers an unconventional mentoring service for those newly diagnosed with dementia and their families - one where the mentors themselves have dementia too.
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 Ukraine: Echoes of History
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent geopolitical shockwaves across the globe. We speak to three key experts who help us unravel the historical roots of the crisis and assess where events might lead.
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 A Stranger in Shanghai
Part 2: China is tumultuous in 1921 when the famed Japanese author of Rashomon, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, visits Shanghai as a correspondent. Here he encounters revolutionaries, courtesans and much more...
10:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Todoroki Valley is a natural haven in the center of the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. In autumn, the varied flora attracts many kinds of birds who thrive on the fruits and clear water found there.
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 Spiritual Explorers Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
11:35 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Niseko area at the base of the Niseko mountain range, located in western Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host joins a mountain bike tour to explore Niseko's grand nature.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Face To Face
Kyohei Sorita founded his own orchestra and record label and is pursuing a career in conducting. In 2021, he won second prize in the International Chopin Piano Competition.
12:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Miruka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:50 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Rika's Chakin Sushi.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
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
Follow a unique enterprise leveraging abandoned buildings to revitalize a community devastated by the earthquake and tsunami of 2011, through guesthouses, co-working spaces, communal houses, and more.
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 1-12.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at scissors. After arriving in Japan, they evolved in unique ways.
13:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A black kitty sits at a picturesque spot near the beach. Two other kitties are busy greeting people at an old train station, but they always find time to play with the station staff.
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
Arcos de la Frontera is located on top of a cliff in southern Spain. The town is famous for being the gateway to the Route of the White Villages, which is a very scenic route popular with tourists.
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 provincial hospital in western Japan offers an unconventional mentoring service for those newly diagnosed with dementia and their families - one where the mentors themselves have dementia too.
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 A Stranger in Shanghai
Part 2: China is tumultuous in 1921 when the famed Japanese author of Rashomon, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, visits Shanghai as a correspondent. Here he encounters revolutionaries, courtesans and much more...
16:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Todoroki Valley is a natural haven in the center of the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. In autumn, the varied flora attracts many kinds of birds who thrive on the fruits and clear water found there.
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 Spiritual Explorers Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
17:35 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Niseko area at the base of the Niseko mountain range, located in western Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host joins a mountain bike tour to explore Niseko's grand nature.
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
Follow a unique enterprise leveraging abandoned buildings to revitalize a community devastated by the earthquake and tsunami of 2011, through guesthouses, co-working spaces, communal houses, and more.
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 1-12.
18:50 Danko & Danta: Suitcase
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. Get ready to create a suitcase! Tune in for top tips on crafting with cardboard.
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 Face To Face
Kyohei Sorita founded his own orchestra and record label and is pursuing a career in conducting. In 2021, he won second prize in the International Chopin Piano Competition.
19:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Miruka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
19:50 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Rika's Chakin Sushi.
19:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A black kitty sits at a picturesque spot near the beach. Two other kitties are busy greeting people at an old train station, but they always find time to play with the station staff.
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 provincial hospital in western Japan offers an unconventional mentoring service for those newly diagnosed with dementia and their families - one where the mentors themselves have dementia too.
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
Arcos de la Frontera is located on top of a cliff in southern Spain. The town is famous for being the gateway to the Route of the White Villages, which is a very scenic route popular with tourists.
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 A Stranger in Shanghai
Part 2: China is tumultuous in 1921 when the famed Japanese author of Rashomon, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, visits Shanghai as a correspondent. Here he encounters revolutionaries, courtesans and much more...
22:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Todoroki Valley is a natural haven in the center of the bustling metropolis of Tokyo. In autumn, the varied flora attracts many kinds of birds who thrive on the fruits and clear water found there.
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 Spiritual Explorers Fireworks
Mikawa in central Japan. Fireworks have long held a special significance in this region. Mikawa's traditional Tezutsu fireworks are held as an offering to its own tutelary deity who protects the land.
23:35 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto has about 2,700 temples that hold an array of Buddhist statues. Sculptors breathe life into these objects of worship.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Our stage this time is the Niseko area at the base of the Niseko mountain range, located in western Hokkaido Prefecture. Our program host joins a mountain bike tour to explore Niseko's grand nature.
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
Kampo is a traditional medicine that developed in Japan. Critics say there is a lack of scientific evidence regarding its use. But recent studies have proven its effects against COVID-19.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 SONGS OF TOKYO Asia's Love of JPOP
SOT welcome Thai superstar STAMP along with the popular Japanese group Awesome City Club. STAMP collaborated with them on "move on" This J-POP infused track will be unveiled to the world.
06:40 Easy Japanese for Work
Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions, understand business culture and improve your kanji.
06:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A black kitty sits at a picturesque spot near the beach. Two other kitties are busy greeting people at an old train station, but they always find time to play with the station staff.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Face To Face
Kyohei Sorita founded his own orchestra and record label and is pursuing a career in conducting. In 2021, he won second prize in the International Chopin Piano Competition.
07:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Miruka are gaining recognition around the world. Although she creates mainly for herself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
07:50 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! Featured recipe: Rika's Chakin Sushi.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
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: canned bread & automatic dorayaki machines.
08:40 100 Ideas to Save the World
Building an inclusive society is an integral component of the SDGs' pledge of "leaving no one behind." Explore efforts under way in wide variety of fields toward realizing normalization.
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 "The Algorithum March"...
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
Arcos de la Frontera is located on top of a cliff in southern Spain. The town is famous for being the gateway to the Route of the White Villages, which is a very scenic route popular with tourists.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
10:30 Where We Call Home
On this episode, we meet Myanmar refugee Aung Myat Win in Osaka who offers support to his compatriots in Japan, as well as US-born James Johnson who works for a tea wholesaler in Shizuoka Prefecture.
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
Maeno Ould Koutaro studies the desert locust, a creature that has wreaked havoc on humanity since the dawn of civilization. His extensive field research has increased our understanding of the insect.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
11:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about Japan taking the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations, learn useful phrases for getting around town, and share some sightseeing tips.
11:50 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
11:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Ayu - Treasures of the River.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO Asia's Love of JPOP
SOT welcome Thai superstar STAMP along with the popular Japanese group Awesome City Club. STAMP collaborated with them on "move on" This J-POP infused track will be unveiled to the world.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A late autumn ride through Saitama, brilliant in the colors of fall. So close to Tokyo, Saitama has a character all its own - rich in tradition and blessed with magnificent mountain scenery.
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
Maeno Ould Koutaro studies the desert locust, a creature that has wreaked havoc on humanity since the dawn of civilization. His extensive field research has increased our understanding of the insect.
15:30 Where We Call Home
On this episode, we meet Myanmar refugee Aung Myat Win in Osaka who offers support to his compatriots in Japan, as well as US-born James Johnson who works for a tea wholesaler in Shizuoka Prefecture.
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
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
16:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about Japan taking the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations, learn useful phrases for getting around town, and share some sightseeing tips.
16:50 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
16:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
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. Today: Ayu - Treasures of the River.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A late autumn ride through Saitama, brilliant in the colors of fall. So close to Tokyo, Saitama has a character all its own - rich in tradition and blessed with magnificent mountain scenery.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO Asia's Love of JPOP
SOT welcome Thai superstar STAMP along with the popular Japanese group Awesome City Club. STAMP collaborated with them on "move on" This J-POP infused track will be unveiled to the world.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Where We Call Home
On this episode, we meet Myanmar refugee Aung Myat Win in Osaka who offers support to his compatriots in Japan, as well as US-born James Johnson who works for a tea wholesaler in Shizuoka Prefecture.
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
Maeno Ould Koutaro studies the desert locust, a creature that has wreaked havoc on humanity since the dawn of civilization. His extensive field research has increased our understanding of the insect.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
22:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about Japan taking the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations, learn useful phrases for getting around town, and share some sightseeing tips.
22:50 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
22:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Ayu - Treasures of the River.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Science View
DNA origami is cutting-edge nanotechnology that uses DNA material to create shapes. We'll look at some possible applications of this versatile technology, including nanobots that attack cancer cells.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Where We Call Home
On this episode, we meet Myanmar refugee Aung Myat Win in Osaka who offers support to his compatriots in Japan, as well as US-born James Johnson who works for a tea wholesaler in Shizuoka Prefecture.
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
Maeno Ould Koutaro studies the desert locust, a creature that has wreaked havoc on humanity since the dawn of civilization. His extensive field research has increased our understanding of the insect.
02:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A late autumn ride through Saitama, brilliant in the colors of fall. So close to Tokyo, Saitama has a character all its own - rich in tradition and blessed with magnificent mountain scenery.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
03:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about Japan taking the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations, learn useful phrases for getting around town, and share some sightseeing tips.
03:50 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
03:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
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
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
05:00 NHK Documentary
A provincial hospital in western Japan offers an unconventional mentoring service for those newly diagnosed with dementia and their families - one where the mentors themselves have dementia too.
05:50 Time-lapse Japan
The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Dogu.
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
Kampo is a traditional medicine that developed in Japan. Critics say there is a lack of scientific evidence regarding its use. But recent studies have proven its effects against COVID-19.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Where We Call Home
On this episode, we meet Myanmar refugee Aung Myat Win in Osaka who offers support to his compatriots in Japan, as well as US-born James Johnson who works for a tea wholesaler in Shizuoka Prefecture.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
Japan has yet to officially recognize same-sex marriage. For binational spouses, this makes things even harder. We examine the issue from the perspectives of two American-Japanese same-sex couples.
08:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about Japan taking the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations, learn useful phrases for getting around town, and share some sightseeing tips.
08:50 Easy Japanese
#11 Do you have any lucky charms? / If you want to ask if a shop has a certain item, say the item's name and "wa arimasu ka."
08:55 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Lamb Niku-jaga.
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: Unruly Catfish
Japan is a seismically active land; the Edo period was no exception. In the aftermath of a major 1855 earthquake, an angry guardian deity set off on a quest to capture those considered responsible.
09:20 OKINAWA: Shuri Castle
Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Shuri Castle.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
A late autumn ride through Saitama, brilliant in the colors of fall. So close to Tokyo, Saitama has a character all its own - rich in tradition and blessed with magnificent mountain scenery.
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
Taku visits Saga Pref. to explore the unique charms, tidal mudflats and bountiful seafood of the Ariake Sea. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Miyazaki Kensuke paints murals in areas affected by conflict and poverty with the support of local people. He talks about his work in Ukraine and the power of art amid Russia's invasion.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (2) Hojicha Kanten Jelly / 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.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Document 72 Hours
A fasting retreat is attracting visitors trying to lose weight, improve their health or shake off feelings of gloom. For 3 days, we asked the guests what inspired them to stay at this unique facility.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
Kampo is a traditional medicine that developed in Japan. Critics say there is a lack of scientific evidence regarding its use. But recent studies have proven its effects against COVID-19.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
IgE antibody is key to identifying the cause of food allergies. Find out about the discovery of IgE and how allergies are diagnosed. Also learn how smartphones can help with your next doctor's visit.
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.
15:15 Direct Talk
Miyazaki Kensuke paints murals in areas affected by conflict and poverty with the support of local people. He talks about his work in Ukraine and the power of art amid Russia's invasion.
15:30 journeys in Japan
Taku visits Saga Pref. to explore the unique charms, tidal mudflats and bountiful seafood of the Ariake Sea. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (2) Hojicha Kanten Jelly / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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 Document 72 Hours
A fasting retreat is attracting visitors trying to lose weight, improve their health or shake off feelings of gloom. For 3 days, we asked the guests what inspired them to stay at this unique facility.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
IgE antibody is key to identifying the cause of food allergies. Find out about the discovery of IgE and how allergies are diagnosed. Also learn how smartphones can help with your next doctor's visit.
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.
19:15 Direct Talk
Antibodies are proteins that help us fight off infections. Tsukamoto Yasuhiro extracts antibodies from ostrich eggs for use in treatments to prevent infection from viruses such as COVID-19.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Kampo is a traditional medicine that developed in Japan. Critics say there is a lack of scientific evidence regarding its use. But recent studies have proven its effects against COVID-19.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 journeys in Japan
Taku visits Saga Pref. to explore the unique charms, tidal mudflats and bountiful seafood of the Ariake Sea. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Miyazaki Kensuke paints murals in areas affected by conflict and poverty with the support of local people. He talks about his work in Ukraine and the power of art amid Russia's invasion.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (2) Hojicha Kanten Jelly / 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.
23:35 Somewhere Street A Little Stroll
Let's have a short walk around the street in Ostuni in Italy which is called "A White City".
23:50 The Great Summits
"The Great Summit" presents you with breathtaking views and stories behind famous mountains around the world. Today: Scaling the Peak, Matterhorn, the Alps.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Nori seaweed is an indispensable Japanese ingredient. Learn how it's processed using age-old wisdom, feast your eyes on colorful sushi rolls, and see how it can be used in French cuisine.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 journeys in Japan
Taku visits Saga Pref. to explore the unique charms, tidal mudflats and bountiful seafood of the Ariake Sea. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Miyazaki Kensuke paints murals in areas affected by conflict and poverty with the support of local people. He talks about his work in Ukraine and the power of art amid Russia's invasion.
02:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
02:45 Doctor's Insight
IgE antibody is key to identifying the cause of food allergies. Find out about the discovery of IgE and how allergies are diagnosed. Also learn how smartphones can help with your next doctor's visit.
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.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Vegetarian Chirashi Sushi (2) Hojicha Kanten Jelly / Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques!
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
Antibodies are proteins that help us fight off infections. Tsukamoto Yasuhiro extracts antibodies from ostrich eggs for use in treatments to prevent infection from viruses such as COVID-19.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: A Napping Boy
When a little boy's nap is disturbed by a bad dream, his mother comes to his rescue. What was terrorizing him? We examine a print that shows how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
05:00 RISING
Follow a unique enterprise leveraging abandoned buildings to revitalize a community devastated by the earthquake and tsunami of 2011, through guesthouses, co-working spaces, communal houses, and more.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
A fasting retreat is attracting visitors trying to lose weight, improve their health or shake off feelings of gloom. For 3 days, we asked the guests what inspired them to stay at this unique facility.
