NHK WORLD-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
Fermented foods, such as sake and tofu, are a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine. This episode shows how some food manufacturers are hoping to see sales rise by getting creative with yeast.
06:40 Five Frames for Love #16
Koki, The Gen-Z NPO Chairman Creating a Less-Lonely World - Faith, Foundation, Future Can a college student's online help service be the answer to society's surmounting issues of loneliness?
06:55 Danko & Danta: Guitar
The cardboard girl, Danko, her friend, Danta, and the craft master Mr.Snips, together will make familiar toys for kids. In this episode, we'll make a guitar they can actually play tunes with.
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 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN
On these trips, our cyclists have often been impressed by stories they hear from people who overcame great hardships in life. We got back in touch to hear how they are coping with the pandemic.
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
Young carers, children under the age of 18 who act as caregivers to family members, carry a tremendous burden, yet social ideals of self-responsibility contribute to many never even seeking help.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Four Seasons in Japan
The Ashio Mountains were the site of one of Japan's largest copper mines, which decimated nearby forests. Much of the area has been reforested, providing homes for sika deer and Asian black bears.
09:20 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.
09:25 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Calligraphy Day
We visit a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. Today the young students have come dressed in their finest, and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 16, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 J-Flicks
This episode sets the spotlight on the Cannes Film Festival. Screened in competition was "Broker," the first release by KORE-EDA to be shown at the festival since he received the Palme d'Or in 2018.
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
A young food stall owner in Fukuoka city quickly built a successful business, only to have it threatened by the pandemic. How will he face this crisis and help preserve his city's culinary legacy?
11:37 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi River flows through the Tokachi Plain into the Pacific Ocean. Our program host tries his hand at fishing upstream on the river. He aims to fish some Dolly Varden, that live only in Hokkaido.
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
Landscaper Kobayashi Toru converses with plants to create lively, vibrant gardens. While battling depression, he revisits gardens to check his answers, pursuing the meaning of his work, and his life.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Time and Tide" which presents various programs on Japanese history such as "Samurai Castles." We show Japanese history from various points of view such as "Samurai" or "war."
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
Fermented foods, such as sake and tofu, are a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine. This episode shows how some food manufacturers are hoping to see sales rise by getting creative with yeast.
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 1-15.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles. This time we focus on swords as weapons, status symbols and works of art.
13:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Somewhere Street mini
Vigan is on the western coast of the island of Luzon. In the 16th century Spain established it as a trading port and military base. Old colonial buildings are part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
14:25 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 16, Day 7 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 NHK Documentary
Young carers, children under the age of 18 who act as caregivers to family members, carry a tremendous burden, yet social ideals of self-responsibility contribute to many never even seeking help.
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 J-Flicks
This episode sets the spotlight on the Cannes Film Festival. Screened in competition was "Broker," the first release by KORE-EDA to be shown at the festival since he received the Palme d'Or in 2018.
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
A young food stall owner in Fukuoka city quickly built a successful business, only to have it threatened by the pandemic. How will he face this crisis and help preserve his city's culinary legacy?
17:37 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi River flows through the Tokachi Plain into the Pacific Ocean. Our program host tries his hand at fishing upstream on the river. He aims to fish some Dolly Varden, that live only in Hokkaido.
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 GRAND SUMO LIVE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN broadcasts GRAND SUMO July Tournament Day 8 action live from Nagoya, as top wrestlers reach the halfway point of the 15-day contest.
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
Landscaper Kobayashi Toru converses with plants to create lively, vibrant gardens. While battling depression, he revisits gardens to check his answers, pursuing the meaning of his work, and his life.
19:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
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
Young carers, children under the age of 18 who act as caregivers to family members, carry a tremendous burden, yet social ideals of self-responsibility contribute to many never even seeking help.
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
Established as a fortress city during the Spanish colonial period, Manila is the capital of the Philippines. In this episode, we explore the city, which is changing due to its developing economy.
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 J-Flicks
This episode sets the spotlight on the Cannes Film Festival. Screened in competition was "Broker," the first release by KORE-EDA to be shown at the festival since he received the Palme d'Or in 2018.
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
A young food stall owner in Fukuoka city quickly built a successful business, only to have it threatened by the pandemic. How will he face this crisis and help preserve his city's culinary legacy?
23:37 Easy Japanese
#7 Please speak slowly. / To ask someone to speak slowly, say "yukkuri hanashite kudasai".
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Tokachi River flows through the Tokachi Plain into the Pacific Ocean. Our program host tries his hand at fishing upstream on the river. He aims to fish some Dolly Varden, that live only in Hokkaido.
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 Time-lapse Journey
Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.
00:30 Medical Frontiers
Accurate diagnosing polyps and other lesions in the colon is difficult. AI-powered endoscopes have been developed in Japan that can do the job in an instant, making early cancer detection much easier.
NHK WORLD-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 #34 JAPANESE DIVAS
Featuring two divas: Hajime Chitose, a singer with deep roots of folk songs of Amami Oshima Island, and Nagaya Haruko, the vocalist of Ryokuoushoku Shakai-a band that carries on the DNA of J-POP.
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
Kyoto offers amazing seasonal views. Visit different temples to enjoy autumn colors on a morning walk with a black cat and his beloved priest, see a rare calico cat, and watch an avid tree climber!
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
Landscaper Kobayashi Toru converses with plants to create lively, vibrant gardens. While battling depression, he revisits gardens to check his answers, pursuing the meaning of his work, and his life.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Time and Tide" which presents various programs on Japanese history such as "Samurai Castles." We show Japanese history from various points of view such as "Samurai" or "war."
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, the story behind the handheld digital pets known as Tamagotchi.
08:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, miniature video cameras, and the Japanese firm that helped shrink them down to size.
08:40 BOSAI: Tornadoes
Tornadoes are difficult to predict, striking without warning and causing tremendous damage. In this episode, we'll take a closer look at how new radar and the latest research may help save lives.
08:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking, we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "See the Wiggle Men!"...
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Somewhere Street mini
Vigan is on the western coast of the island of Luzon. In the 16th century Spain established it as a trading port and military base. Old colonial buildings are part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
09:25 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
09:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 17, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 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 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
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 Core Kyoto mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
11:15 Direct Talk
Renowned yachtsman Horie Kenichi, 83, recently became the oldest person to complete a nonstop solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean. What compels him to set sail for the horizon?
11:30 Culture Crossroads
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, a Myanmar refugee headed to a stricken area as a volunteer. And now, two Americans are dispatching updates. Are there hints on what we can do to help?
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: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce 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.
12:10 Time-lapse Journey
Experience the fascinating sights of the airports and transport hubs which connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.
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.
13:10 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
13:25 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokyo's Ota Ward, home to the Haneda International Airport. We go to a park featuring objects made from 3,000 tires, and a screws shop full of unique craftsmanship.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #34 JAPANESE DIVAS
Featuring two divas: Hajime Chitose, a singer with deep roots of folk songs of Amami Oshima Island, and Nagaya Haruko, the vocalist of Ryokuoushoku Shakai-a band that carries on the DNA of J-POP.
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 Time-lapse Journey
The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 17, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 Core Kyoto mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
15:15 Direct Talk
Renowned yachtsman Horie Kenichi, 83, recently became the oldest person to complete a nonstop solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean. What compels him to set sail for the horizon?
15:30 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
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 Time-lapse Journey
Experience the fascinating sights of the airports and transport hubs which connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, a Myanmar refugee headed to a stricken area as a volunteer. And now, two Americans are dispatching updates. Are there hints on what we can do to help?
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: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce 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.
17:10 Time-lapse Journey
Journey to the great northern land of Japan: Hokkaido. Its scenery changes dramatically throughout the year. Witness the beauty of Hokkaido through time-lapse photography.
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.
18:10 Ceramic Treasures
Today: Karatsu-yaki, Saga Prefecture. We will visit the potters from all over Japan and discover their ceramics heritage by introducing the culture and historical background.
18:25 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.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 17, Day 8 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 Core Kyoto mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
19:15 Direct Talk
We speak with Japanese anime director Hosoda Mamoru about his new work, "Belle." His inspiration comes from "Beauty and the Beast," the internet, and some changes brought about by the global pandemic.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO #34 JAPANESE DIVAS
Featuring two divas: Hajime Chitose, a singer with deep roots of folk songs of Amami Oshima Island, and Nagaya Haruko, the vocalist of Ryokuoushoku Shakai-a band that carries on the DNA of J-POP.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
20:30 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
21:30 Fresh Eyes on Japan
In this episode a Vietnamese reporter experiences the unique cafe culture of Nagoya, a city known for its laid back yet diverse coffee shops, where guests enjoy a unique blend of communication.
21:40 Direct Talk
Renowned yachtsman Horie Kenichi, 83, recently became the oldest person to complete a nonstop solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean. What compels him to set sail for the horizon?
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 Time-lapse Journey
The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.
22:30 Culture Crossroads
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, a Myanmar refugee headed to a stricken area as a volunteer. And now, two Americans are dispatching updates. Are there hints on what we can do to help?
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: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce 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.
23:10 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
23:25 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokyo's Ota Ward, home to the Haneda International Airport. We go to a park featuring objects made from 3,000 tires, and a screws shop full of unique craftsmanship.
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
Volcanic eruptions frequently occur in Japan. In this episode, we'll look at the latest research on much larger "massive volcanic eruptions" so powerful that they helped form the Japanese archipelago.
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 Time-lapse Journey
Experience the fascinating sights of the airports and transport hubs which connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.
01:30 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
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 Core Kyoto mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
02:15 Direct Talk
Renowned yachtsman Horie Kenichi, 83, recently became the oldest person to complete a nonstop solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean. What compels him to set sail for the horizon?
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 18, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
03:25 Selfie Japan!
We visit Tokyo's Ota Ward, home to the Haneda International Airport. We go to a park featuring objects made from 3,000 tires, and a screws shop full of unique craftsmanship.
03:30 Culture Crossroads
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, a Myanmar refugee headed to a stricken area as a volunteer. And now, two Americans are dispatching updates. Are there hints on what we can do to help?
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: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
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 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
04:40 Direct Talk
We speak with Japanese anime director Hosoda Mamoru about his new work, "Belle." His inspiration comes from "Beauty and the Beast," the internet, and some changes brought about by the global pandemic.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
05:00 NHK Documentary
Young carers, children under the age of 18 who act as caregivers to family members, carry a tremendous burden, yet social ideals of self-responsibility contribute to many never even seeking help.
05:50 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Expressways.
05:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 THE QUEST FOR ANCIENT COLOR
Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colors and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
Accurate diagnosing polyps and other lesions in the colon is difficult. AI-powered endoscopes have been developed in Japan that can do the job in an instant, making early cancer detection much easier.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
07:30 Where We Call Home
We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, a Myanmar refugee headed to a stricken area as a volunteer. And now, two Americans are dispatching updates. Are there hints on what we can do to help?
08:40 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.
08:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
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(1)
Discover story behind the "36 Views of Mt. Fuji" woodprint series; "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator's camera conveys features of the region's relationship with the deceased.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 18, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 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
A father and daughter go to Iriomote Island, a natural world heritage site, pursuing wildcats. Along the way, they kayak near mangroves, snorkel in tropical water, and meet an organic rice farmer.
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
In 2018 and 2019, Kon Hiyori won back-to-back second-place trophies in the women's openweight division of the Sumo World Championships. She's getting more people interested in sumo wrestling.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Squid Salad (2) Squid Yakisoba. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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
March is a busy time for a florist in a city on Japan's Pacific coast walloped by the 2011 tsunami. For three days around the tragedy's anniversary, we asked customers there what flowers mean to them.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 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
Accurate diagnosing polyps and other lesions in the colon is difficult. AI-powered endoscopes have been developed in Japan that can do the job in an instant, making early cancer detection much easier.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 18, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
In 2018 and 2019, Kon Hiyori won back-to-back second-place trophies in the women's openweight division of the Sumo World Championships. She's getting more people interested in sumo wrestling.
15:30 journeys in Japan
A father and daughter go to Iriomote Island, a natural world heritage site, pursuing wildcats. Along the way, they kayak near mangroves, snorkel in tropical water, and meet an organic rice farmer.
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) Squid Salad (2) Squid Yakisoba. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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
March is a busy time for a florist in a city on Japan's Pacific coast walloped by the 2011 tsunami. For three days around the tragedy's anniversary, we asked customers there what flowers mean to them.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 18, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
Accurate diagnosing polyps and other lesions in the colon is difficult. AI-powered endoscopes have been developed in Japan that can do the job in an instant, making early cancer detection much easier.
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
A father and daughter go to Iriomote Island, a natural world heritage site, pursuing wildcats. Along the way, they kayak near mangroves, snorkel in tropical water, and meet an organic rice farmer.
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
In 2018 and 2019, Kon Hiyori won back-to-back second-place trophies in the women's openweight division of the Sumo World Championships. She's getting more people interested in sumo wrestling.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
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) Squid Salad (2) Squid Yakisoba. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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 Document 72 hours
March is a busy time for a florist in a city on Japan's Pacific coast walloped by the 2011 tsunami. For three days around the tragedy's anniversary, we asked customers there what flowers mean to them.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 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
Tsukemono are pickled foods made using a variety of ingredients and seasonings from all over Japan. Recently valued as a health food, tsukemono have long played a key role in Japan's food culture.
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
A father and daughter go to Iriomote Island, a natural world heritage site, pursuing wildcats. Along the way, they kayak near mangroves, snorkel in tropical water, and meet an organic rice farmer.
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
In 2018 and 2019, Kon Hiyori won back-to-back second-place trophies in the women's openweight division of the Sumo World Championships. She's getting more people interested in sumo wrestling.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 19, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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) Squid Salad (2) Squid Yakisoba. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
05:00 BIZ STREAM
Fermented foods, such as sake and tofu, are a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine. This episode shows how some food manufacturers are hoping to see sales rise by getting creative with yeast.
05:30 Document 72 hours
March is a busy time for a florist in a city on Japan's Pacific coast walloped by the 2011 tsunami. For three days around the tragedy's anniversary, we asked customers there what flowers mean to them.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Science View
Volcanic eruptions frequently occur in Japan. In this episode, we'll look at the latest research on much larger "massive volcanic eruptions" so powerful that they helped form the Japanese archipelago.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 journeys in Japan
A father and daughter go to Iriomote Island, a natural world heritage site, pursuing wildcats. Along the way, they kayak near mangroves, snorkel in tropical water, and meet an organic rice farmer.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Dining with the Chef
Featured recipes: (1) Squid Salad (2) Squid Yakisoba. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!
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(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator seeks glimpses of sprites and spirits mysterious yet familiar presence in Tono, Iwate Pref.
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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 19, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
09:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 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 Ethical Every Day
How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.
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
In the era of #metoo, intimacy coordinators play an important role in TV, film, and theater, ensuring actors feel comfortable performing intimate scenes, while helping directors execute their visions.
11:30 NINJA TRUTH
Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?
11:45 Dig More Japan
Japan is home to all kinds of cats and dogs, and to many they're part of the family. Please join us, as we dig a little deeper into the world of Japan's partner pets.
11:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 RISING
Taira Yuiko runs a firm promoting home composting as a sustainable solution to organic kitchen waste, and collecting the resulting fertilizer for use promoting local agriculture and food cycles.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 Science View
Volcanic eruptions frequently occur in Japan. In this episode, we'll look at the latest research on much larger "massive volcanic eruptions" so powerful that they helped form the Japanese archipelago.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 19, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
14:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
In the era of #metoo, intimacy coordinators play an important role in TV, film, and theater, ensuring actors feel comfortable performing intimate scenes, while helping directors execute their visions.
15:30 Ethical Every Day
How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?
16:45 Dig More Japan
Japan is home to all kinds of cats and dogs, and to many they're part of the family. Please join us, as we dig a little deeper into the world of Japan's partner pets.
16:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
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 RISING
Taira Yuiko runs a firm promoting home composting as a sustainable solution to organic kitchen waste, and collecting the resulting fertilizer for use promoting local agriculture and food cycles.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 19, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
18:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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
We talk with photographer Lekima Hung about his history and passion capturing and exhibiting photographs of marine plastic waste pollution in Vietnam to raise awareness about the issue.
19:30 Science View
Volcanic eruptions frequently occur in Japan. In this episode, we'll look at the latest research on much larger "massive volcanic eruptions" so powerful that they helped form the Japanese archipelago.
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 Ethical Every Day
How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.
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
In the era of #metoo, intimacy coordinators play an important role in TV, film, and theater, ensuring actors feel comfortable performing intimate scenes, while helping directors execute their visions.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(3)
At dusk in summer, a woman is absorbed in reading a letter. This chic lady is actually an advertisement model for Mitsui Echigoya, one of the top kimono fabric stores in Edo.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?
22:45 Dig More Japan
Japan is home to all kinds of cats and dogs, and to many they're part of the family. Please join us, as we dig a little deeper into the world of Japan's partner pets.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 RISING
Taira Yuiko runs a firm promoting home composting as a sustainable solution to organic kitchen waste, and collecting the resulting fertilizer for use promoting local agriculture and food cycles.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Japan Railway Journal
See the creative ideas Kominato Railway's developed to attract customers, from the operation of the Satoyama Trolley Train to old diesel trains and a collaboration with a local art festival.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
01:30 Ethical Every Day
How can we reduce our burden on the global environment? We'll share some simple, practical ideas about little things each of us can do right now to help create a healthier society.
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
In the era of #metoo, intimacy coordinators play an important role in TV, film, and theater, ensuring actors feel comfortable performing intimate scenes, while helping directors execute their visions.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from July 20, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Nagoya.
02:57 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
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 NINJA TRUTH
Along with Iga, the Koka region is synonymous with ninja. The Koka Ninja are often depicted in anime and movies as the arch rivals of the Iga Ninja or as villains. But what were they really like?
03:45 Dig More Japan
Japan is home to all kinds of cats and dogs, and to many they're part of the family. Please join us, as we dig a little deeper into the world of Japan's partner pets.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Culture of Gold Leaf, gossamer layers beget profound beauty. Dive deep into the ancient capital, still innovative 1,200 years after its foundation.
04:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
04:40 Direct Talk
We talk with photographer Lekima Hung about his history and passion capturing and exhibiting photographs of marine plastic waste pollution in Vietnam to raise awareness about the issue.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(3)
At dusk in summer, a woman is absorbed in reading a letter. This chic lady is actually an advertisement model for Mitsui Echigoya, one of the top kimono fabric stores in Edo.
05:00 Today's Close-Up
Rising prices of imported fish are prompting some Japanese businesses to embrace unused and previously discarded varieties from local waters. The shift is starting to catch on with consumers.
05:30 RISING
Taira Yuiko runs a firm promoting home composting as a sustainable solution to organic kitchen waste, and collecting the resulting fertilizer for use promoting local agriculture and food cycles.
