NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Japan Railway Journal
Asa Coast Railway has introduced what may be the world's first dual-mode vehicle (DMV) that can run on both tracks and roads. See how it works, as well as local efforts that lead to its introduction.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Core Kyoto
Domestic demand for sake has dropped in recent years, so new products are emerging. One sake brewery produces beer while honoring age-old techniques. One brand of sake targets the overseas market.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Interconnecting Memories. A new focus on roots ties designs to memories of people, nature and cities. Architect Horibe Yasushi explores the relationship between memory and design.
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 OKINAWA: US Influences
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: US Influences.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 Lunch ON!
We go to a marketplace in Tokyo to visit a shop that sells spices and imported Asian foods. For lunch, the shop owner shows us how to make a quick, easy, but delicious green banana soup!
09:55 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.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 Asia Insight
Ethnic Korean-Chinese, the descendants of Koreans who moved to China, increasingly travel to South Korea in search of work, but are met with harsh labor conditions and prejudice from locals.
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
Dr. Firdausi Qadri is a Bangladeshi scientist specializing in infectious diseases such as cholera. In 2021 she was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award, the Asian Nobel Prize, for her work.
11:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features chicken wings braised in a sweet and savory sauce. Maki brings you a bento of meat-stuffed mushrooms. And from Lyon, France, a one-of-a-kind bento full of local specialties.
11:45 Zero Waste Life
Japanese school children wear backpacks known as randoseru. When no longer needed, Nishikawa Masako remakes them into things like wallets or key fobs that contain cherished childhood memories.
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 Cultivating Rice's Potential
Cultivating Rice's Potential with Technologies: Features a company tapping into rice's nutrients and potential using new technologies.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Asa Coast Railway has introduced what may be the world's first dual-mode vehicle (DMV) that can run on both tracks and roads. See how it works, as well as local efforts that lead to its introduction.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 J-Arena
At last year's Paralympics in Tokyo, Japan clinched silver in the men's wheelchair basketball, their first-ever medal in the event. At the heart of the team was star player Chokai Renshi.
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
Dr. Firdausi Qadri is a Bangladeshi scientist specializing in infectious diseases such as cholera. In 2021 she was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award, the Asian Nobel Prize, for her work.
15:30 Asia Insight
Ethnic Korean-Chinese, the descendants of Koreans who moved to China, increasingly travel to South Korea in search of work, but are met with harsh labor conditions and prejudice from locals.
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 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features chicken wings braised in a sweet and savory sauce. Maki brings you a bento of meat-stuffed mushrooms. And from Lyon, France, a one-of-a-kind bento full of local specialties.
16:45 Zero Waste Life
Japanese school children wear backpacks known as randoseru. When no longer needed, Nishikawa Masako remakes them into things like wallets or key fobs that contain cherished childhood memories.
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 Cultivating Rice's Potential
Cultivating Rice's Potential with Technologies: Features a company tapping into rice's nutrients and potential using new technologies.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 J-Arena
At last year's Paralympics in Tokyo, Japan clinched silver in the men's wheelchair basketball, their first-ever medal in the event. At the heart of the team was star player Chokai Renshi.
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
Singer song-writer Sam Lee spent years collecting indigenous folk songs of the British Isles. He's turned his attention to nightingales, an iconic bird endangered by climate change and habitat loss.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Asa Coast Railway has introduced what may be the world's first dual-mode vehicle (DMV) that can run on both tracks and roads. See how it works, as well as local efforts that lead to its introduction.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Asia Insight
Ethnic Korean-Chinese, the descendants of Koreans who moved to China, increasingly travel to South Korea in search of work, but are met with harsh labor conditions and prejudice from locals.
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
Dr. Firdausi Qadri is a Bangladeshi scientist specializing in infectious diseases such as cholera. In 2021 she was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award, the Asian Nobel Prize, for her work.
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.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features chicken wings braised in a sweet and savory sauce. Maki brings you a bento of meat-stuffed mushrooms. And from Lyon, France, a one-of-a-kind bento full of local specialties.
22:45 Zero Waste Life
Japanese school children wear backpacks known as randoseru. When no longer needed, Nishikawa Masako remakes them into things like wallets or key fobs that contain cherished childhood memories.
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 Cultivating Rice's Potential
Cultivating Rice's Potential with Technologies: Features a company tapping into rice's nutrients and potential using new technologies.
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small Japanese manufacturers that are shifting from making order-made parts and goods for other companies to creating their own products to sell directly to consumers.
00:40 The Signs
Japan seeks to redefine tourism by not relying on inbound visitors. Renewal of attractions for locals to enjoy, community trash pickup efforts that create a virtuous cycle, and self-driving mobility.
00:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at tatami mats: a quintessentially Japanese flooring material.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Asia Insight
Ethnic Korean-Chinese, the descendants of Koreans who moved to China, increasingly travel to South Korea in search of work, but are met with harsh labor conditions and prejudice from locals.
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
Dr. Firdausi Qadri is a Bangladeshi scientist specializing in infectious diseases such as cholera. In 2021 she was awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award, the Asian Nobel Prize, for her work.
02:30 J-Arena
At last year's Paralympics in Tokyo, Japan clinched silver in the men's wheelchair basketball, their first-ever medal in the event. At the heart of the team was star player Chokai Renshi.
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 BENTO EXPO
Marc's bento features chicken wings braised in a sweet and savory sauce. Maki brings you a bento of meat-stuffed mushrooms. And from Lyon, France, a one-of-a-kind bento full of local specialties.
03:45 Zero Waste Life
Japanese school children wear backpacks known as randoseru. When no longer needed, Nishikawa Masako remakes them into things like wallets or key fobs that contain cherished childhood memories.
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
Singer song-writer Sam Lee spent years collecting indigenous folk songs of the British Isles. He's turned his attention to nightingales, an iconic bird endangered by climate change and habitat loss.
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 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.
05:30 Cultivating Rice's Potential
Cultivating Rice's Potential with Technologies: Features a company tapping into rice's nutrients and potential using new technologies.
NHK WORLD-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 Doc. From Asia: I DREAM OF CARING
This documentary, co-produced by a Filipino filmmaker and a Japanese cable TV station, depicts the struggles of a Filipina caregiver working in Japan and nurses who dream of doing the same.
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
Ethnic Korean-Chinese, the descendants of Koreans who moved to China, increasingly travel to South Korea in search of work, but are met with harsh labor conditions and prejudice from locals.
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 chicken wings braised in a sweet and savory sauce. Maki brings you a bento of meat-stuffed mushrooms. And from Lyon, France, a one-of-a-kind bento full of local specialties.
08:45 Zero Waste Life
Japanese school children wear backpacks known as randoseru. When no longer needed, Nishikawa Masako remakes them into things like wallets or key fobs that contain cherished childhood memories.
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: 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.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at tatami mats: a quintessentially Japanese flooring material.
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: Lacquer.
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
At last year's Paralympics in Tokyo, Japan clinched silver in the men's wheelchair basketball, their first-ever medal in the event. At the heart of the team was star player Chokai Renshi.
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki
A rare, unfettered look at film director Hayao Miyazaki at work, as he spun characters and story for what would become his 2008 hit, Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This installment features a traditional karakuri mechanical doll crafter make his very last masterpiece.
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 Train Cruise
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
12:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at bamboo: a natural material with countless applications.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Doc. From Asia: I DREAM OF CARING
This documentary, co-produced by a Filipino filmmaker and a Japanese cable TV station, depicts the struggles of a Filipina caregiver working in Japan and nurses who dream of doing the same.
13:40 The Signs
Japan seeks to redefine tourism by not relying on inbound visitors. Renewal of attractions for locals to enjoy, community trash pickup efforts that create a virtuous cycle, and self-driving mobility.
13:55 Danko & Danta: Trash Can
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a stackable trash can!
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 Asama-Sanso Incident
The Asama-Sanso Incident occurred on February 28, 1972. We talk to people directly connected to the siege and take an in-depth look at what truly went on that terrible day.
14:55 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.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, body fat percentage scales and luggage rack mirrors.
15:40 BOSAI:Heatstroke
Heatstroke occurs when your body overheats, causing nausea, delirium and even death. Find out how human body models and urban climate simulations are integrated to detect and prevent heatstroke.
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 "A New Creature"...
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki
A rare, unfettered look at film director Hayao Miyazaki at work, as he spun characters and story for what would become his 2008 hit, Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This installment features a traditional karakuri mechanical doll crafter make his very last masterpiece.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, body fat percentage scales and luggage rack mirrors.
18:40 BOSAI:Heatstroke
Heatstroke occurs when your body overheats, causing nausea, delirium and even death. Find out how human body models and urban climate simulations are integrated to detect and prevent heatstroke.
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 "A New Creature"...
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 Train Cruise
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
19:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at bamboo: a natural material with countless applications.
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 Doc. From Asia: I DREAM OF CARING
This documentary, co-produced by a Filipino filmmaker and a Japanese cable TV station, depicts the struggles of a Filipina caregiver working in Japan and nurses who dream of doing the same.
20:40 The Signs
Japan seeks to redefine tourism by not relying on inbound visitors. Renewal of attractions for locals to enjoy, community trash pickup efforts that create a virtuous cycle, and self-driving mobility.
20:55 Danko & Danta: Trash Can
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a stackable trash can!
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 Asama-Sanso Incident
The Asama-Sanso Incident occurred on February 28, 1972. We talk to people directly connected to the siege and take an in-depth look at what truly went on that terrible day.
21:55 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki
A rare, unfettered look at film director Hayao Miyazaki at work, as he spun characters and story for what would become his 2008 hit, Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This installment features a traditional karakuri mechanical doll crafter make his very last masterpiece.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, body fat percentage scales and luggage rack mirrors.
00:40 BOSAI:Heatstroke
Heatstroke occurs when your body overheats, causing nausea, delirium and even death. Find out how human body models and urban climate simulations are integrated to detect and prevent heatstroke.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we present "Japan Railway Journal" to introduce the viewers voices from all around the world. We receive a lot of viewers voices every day and many of them are adopted for the production.
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
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 Asama-Sanso Incident
The Asama-Sanso Incident occurred on February 28, 1972. We talk to people directly connected to the siege and take an in-depth look at what truly went on that terrible day.
02:55 Framing Everyday Moments
A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros from around the world, on the transience of nature, celestial phenomena, cityscapes and each single moment of everyday life.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-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 Train Cruise
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
03:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at bamboo: a natural material with countless applications.
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki
A rare, unfettered look at film director Hayao Miyazaki at work, as he spun characters and story for what would become his 2008 hit, Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.
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 Broadcasters' Eye
Broadcasters' Eye showcases programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This installment features a traditional karakuri mechanical doll crafter make his very last masterpiece.
NHK WORLD-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 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small Japanese manufacturers that are shifting from making order-made parts and goods for other companies to creating their own products to sell directly to consumers.
06:40 The Signs
Japan seeks to redefine tourism by not relying on inbound visitors. Renewal of attractions for locals to enjoy, community trash pickup efforts that create a virtuous cycle, and self-driving mobility.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Trash Can
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a stackable trash can!
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 Train Cruise
Our stage this time is Hokkaido Pref. in the north of Japan. We visit places such as hills covered in colorful blooms, Japan's largest flower gardens and a serene lake that is perfect for canoeing.
07:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at bamboo: a natural material with countless applications.
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
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 Asama-Sanso Incident
The Asama-Sanso Incident occurred on February 28, 1972. We talk to people directly connected to the siege and take an in-depth look at what truly went on that terrible day.
09:55 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.
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki Ep.2
A rare, unfettered look at animator Hayao Miyazaki. As he spins characters and plot lines for his 2008 hit, "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea," he delves into memories of his mother to weave a story.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Hometown Stories
Kids rarely call Tanahara Yasuko by her name. Instead, they affectionately say, Auntie. For decades, this 82-year-old baseball coach has used tough love to help her players shine on and off the field.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A travel show focused on the great nature of Japan's northern land, Hokkaido. We visit exquisite locations and present a wealth of great images from NHK's archives.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 The Professionals
Modern master swordsmith Yoshihara Yoshindo makes Japanese swords worth millions of yen, using techniques passed down for over 1,000 years. We follow the four months it takes to create one such sword.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we present "Japan Railway Journal" to introduce the viewers voices from all around the world. We receive a lot of viewers voices every day and many of them are adopted for the production.
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small Japanese manufacturers that are shifting from making order-made parts and goods for other companies to creating their own products to sell directly to consumers.
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 1-13.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at tatami mats: a quintessentially Japanese flooring material.
13:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Head to the famous Todai-ji Temple before visiting a nun's kitty at the 1,300-year-old Chugu-ji Temple. Visit a Japanese washi paper factory and a plum tree grove for more kitty fun.
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
Home to about 150 Buddhist temples, Vientiane is the capital of Laos. Buddhist philosophies interlace the lives of all Laotians. In this episode we meet residents who honor the traditions of the city.
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
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki Ep.2
A rare, unfettered look at animator Hayao Miyazaki. As he spins characters and plot lines for his 2008 hit, "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea," he delves into memories of his mother to weave a story.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 Hometown Stories
Kids rarely call Tanahara Yasuko by her name. Instead, they affectionately say, Auntie. For decades, this 82-year-old baseball coach has used tough love to help her players shine on and off the field.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A travel show focused on the great nature of Japan's northern land, Hokkaido. We visit exquisite locations and present a wealth of great images from NHK's archives.
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 BIZ STREAM
This episode features small Japanese manufacturers that are shifting from making order-made parts and goods for other companies to creating their own products to sell directly to consumers.
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 1-13.
18:50 Danko & Danta: Trash Can
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make cool things out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a stackable trash can!
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we present "Japan Railway Journal" to introduce the viewers voices from all around the world. We receive a lot of viewers voices every day and many of them are adopted for the production.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 The Professionals
Modern master swordsmith Yoshihara Yoshindo makes Japanese swords worth millions of yen, using techniques passed down for over 1,000 years. We follow the four months it takes to create one such sword.
19:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Head to the famous Todai-ji Temple before visiting a nun's kitty at the 1,300-year-old Chugu-ji Temple. Visit a Japanese washi paper factory and a plum tree grove for more kitty fun.
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
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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
Home to about 150 Buddhist temples, Vientiane is the capital of Laos. Buddhist philosophies interlace the lives of all Laotians. In this episode we meet residents who honor the traditions of the city.
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 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki Ep.2
A rare, unfettered look at animator Hayao Miyazaki. As he spins characters and plot lines for his 2008 hit, "Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea," he delves into memories of his mother to weave a story.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Hometown Stories
Kids rarely call Tanahara Yasuko by her name. Instead, they affectionately say, Auntie. For decades, this 82-year-old baseball coach has used tough love to help her players shine on and off the field.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
A travel show focused on the great nature of Japan's northern land, Hokkaido. We visit exquisite locations and present a wealth of great images from NHK's archives.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Medical Frontiers
The World Health Organization is recommending antibody drugs for mild or moderate COVID-19. We look at how such drugs work and the potential of those now being developed.
NHK WORLD-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's acts are known for anime songs. Moriguchi Hiroko has sung a string of Gundam themes; fhana are a four-piece band popular at international anime events.
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
Head to the famous Todai-ji Temple before visiting a nun's kitty at the 1,300-year-old Chugu-ji Temple. Visit a Japanese washi paper factory and a plum tree grove for more kitty fun.
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
Modern master swordsmith Yoshihara Yoshindo makes Japanese swords worth millions of yen, using techniques passed down for over 1,000 years. We follow the four months it takes to create one such sword.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we present "Japan Railway Journal" to introduce the viewers voices from all around the world. We receive a lot of viewers voices every day and many of them are adopted for the production.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, body fat percentage scales and luggage rack mirrors.
08:40 BOSAI:Heatstroke
Heatstroke occurs when your body overheats, causing nausea, delirium and even death. Find out how human body models and urban climate simulations are integrated to detect and prevent heatstroke.
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 "A New Creature"...
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
Home to about 150 Buddhist temples, Vientiane is the capital of Laos. Buddhist philosophies interlace the lives of all Laotians. In this episode we meet residents who honor the traditions of the city.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
10:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Xu Haoyu, a survivor of the 2021 mudslides in Atami City, as well as Xia Dezheng, also from China, who develops meals for the elderly at a major food manufacturer in Hiroshima.
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
Kawaguchi Nobuhiro is trying to bring solar panels to parts of Africa that lack electricity, in order to supply schools and public facilities with power. He talks about changing lives in rural Africa.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, a Russian reporter covers an anti-war-themed exhibition in Tokyo. She interviews participating artists, including a Ukrainian and a Belarusian, about their works.
11:40 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
11:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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's acts are known for anime songs. Moriguchi Hiroko has sung a string of Gundam themes; fhana are a four-piece band popular at international anime events.
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
The crane has long been an auspicious symbol in Japan. In Hokkaido, people flock to witness the elegant red-crowned cranes in their natural habitat. Join us as we take flight into the world of cranes.
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
Kawaguchi Nobuhiro is trying to bring solar panels to parts of Africa that lack electricity, in order to supply schools and public facilities with power. He talks about changing lives in rural Africa.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Xu Haoyu, a survivor of the 2021 mudslides in Atami City, as well as Xia Dezheng, also from China, who develops meals for the elderly at a major food manufacturer in Hiroshima.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:15 NEWSLINE 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.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, a Russian reporter covers an anti-war-themed exhibition in Tokyo. She interviews participating artists, including a Ukrainian and a Belarusian, about their works.
16:40 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
16:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:15 Direct Talk
Kawaguchi Nobuhiro is trying to bring solar panels to parts of Africa that lack electricity, in order to supply schools and public facilities with power. He talks about changing lives in rural Africa.
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
The crane has long been an auspicious symbol in Japan. In Hokkaido, people flock to witness the elegant red-crowned cranes in their natural habitat. Join us as we take flight into the world of cranes.
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
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
19:30 J-MELO
Join May J. for Japanese music! This week's acts are known for anime songs. Moriguchi Hiroko has sung a string of Gundam themes; fhana are a four-piece band popular at international anime events.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
20:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Xu Haoyu, a survivor of the 2021 mudslides in Atami City, as well as Xia Dezheng, also from China, who develops meals for the elderly at a major food manufacturer in Hiroshima.
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
Kawaguchi Nobuhiro is trying to bring solar panels to parts of Africa that lack electricity, in order to supply schools and public facilities with power. He talks about changing lives in rural Africa.
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.
22:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
22:30 Culture Crossroads
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, a Russian reporter covers an anti-war-themed exhibition in Tokyo. She interviews participating artists, including a Ukrainian and a Belarusian, about their works.
22:40 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
22:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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.
00:15 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
In this episode, paleobiologist Tetsuto Miyashita tells us how got into dinosaurs, what he's learned about them, the experts he works with at the University of Chicago, why he studies fish, and more.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Where We Call Home
We meet Chinese-born Xu Haoyu, a survivor of the 2021 mudslides in Atami City, as well as Xia Dezheng, also from China, who develops meals for the elderly at a major food manufacturer in Hiroshima.
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
Kawaguchi Nobuhiro is trying to bring solar panels to parts of Africa that lack electricity, in order to supply schools and public facilities with power. He talks about changing lives in rural Africa.
02:30 The Mark of Beauty
The crane has long been an auspicious symbol in Japan. In Hokkaido, people flock to witness the elegant red-crowned cranes in their natural habitat. Join us as we take flight into the world of cranes.
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
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, a Russian reporter covers an anti-war-themed exhibition in Tokyo. She interviews participating artists, including a Ukrainian and a Belarusian, about their works.
03:40 Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on "senpai" in Japan.
03:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques 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
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
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 NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as "hikikomori," recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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: Lacquer.
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.
