NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 RISING
Follow a unique Kyoto-based firm that boosts Japan's food producers by canning local specialty goods, from game, to seafood, to premium vegetables and other rare and unique delicacies.
06:40 Five Frames for Love #19
Kana, the Psychologist Making Society a Safer Place -Field, Fellows. The clinician bringing awareness to mental health, sexual abuse in society, and LGBTQ+ issues.
06:55 Danko & Danta: Microwave
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a super-realistic microwave!
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Anime Supernova
Yano Honami won the Grand Prize for Short Animation at the Ottawa International Animation Festival and is known for using different techniques in each work instead of one singular style.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
The sharks are circling...but those jaws aren't meant to incite panic! The Darwin crew joins a survey team as it tries to unlock the secrets of the docile and endangered sand tiger shark in the wild.
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
KONNYAKU, an essential part of Japanese cuisine, is high in fiber and low in calories. This time, we learn all about KONNYAKU, which is gaining attention around the world as a superfood.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 NHK Documentary
A discovery of films from post-WWII Tokyo provides insight about life in Japan during that era. It's a look at "Year Zero" through the eyes of a present-day Tokyo resident who travels back in time.
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 Isamu Noguchi's A-Bomb Cenotaph
Sculptor Isamu Noguchi's Hiroshima cenotaph was never built. The program depicts the life and thoughts of an artist who struggled to bridge the gap between his two homelands, Japan and America.
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 Teen Regime #1
In 202X, experimental city Utopi-AI is launched with administration by young political enthusiasts using artificial intelligence. The AI's choice for the city's leader is 17-year-old Maki Aran. - Ep.1
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
After nearly 40 years, a key participant in a historic festival must step down due to ill health. Will his successor be able to tackle his heavy responsibility and fulfill his important role?
11:37 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
11:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Mukawa River is renowned as one of the most outstanding rapids in Japan. In spring, a kayaker challenges to kayak along the raging river swollen with snowmelt, testing his skills.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Face to Face
Aoyagi Takashi is one of a handful of Japanese artisans who create the inkstones used in calligraphy and other arts that use brush and ink. He discusses the importance of keeping the tradition alive.
12:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Maeda Yasuhiro are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
12:50 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Hambaagu with Grated Daikon.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 RISING
Follow a unique Kyoto-based firm that boosts Japan's food producers by canning local specialty goods, from game, to seafood, to premium vegetables and other rare and unique delicacies.
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 1-20.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at rice cultivation. It takes a lot of hard work to produce Japan's delicious staple food.
13:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Yamagata-Japan's major fruit producer. Visit a kitty at a La France pear orchard, and a boss kitty that oversees the production of traditional wooden kokeshi dolls.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Somewhere Street
The port city of Marseille is the oldest city in France. Located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, it's thrived as a trade hub since 600 BCE, with people from all over the world passing through.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 NHK Documentary
A discovery of films from post-WWII Tokyo provides insight about life in Japan during that era. It's a look at "Year Zero" through the eyes of a present-day Tokyo resident who travels back in time.
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 Teen Regime #1 (Dubbed ver.)
In 202X, experimental city Utopi-AI is launched with administration by young political enthusiasts using artificial intelligence. The AI's choice for the city's leader is 17-year-old Maki Aran. - Ep.1
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
After nearly 40 years, a key participant in a historic festival must step down due to ill health. Will his successor be able to tackle his heavy responsibility and fulfill his important role?
17:37 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
17:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Mukawa River is renowned as one of the most outstanding rapids in Japan. In spring, a kayaker challenges to kayak along the raging river swollen with snowmelt, testing his skills.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 RISING
Follow a unique Kyoto-based firm that boosts Japan's food producers by canning local specialty goods, from game, to seafood, to premium vegetables and other rare and unique delicacies.
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 1-20.
18:50 Danko & Danta: Microwave
Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr. Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they make a super-realistic microwave!
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 Face to Face
Aoyagi Takashi is one of a handful of Japanese artisans who create the inkstones used in calligraphy and other arts that use brush and ink. He discusses the importance of keeping the tradition alive.
19:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Maeda Yasuhiro are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
19:50 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Hambaagu with Grated Daikon.
19:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Yamagata-Japan's major fruit producer. Visit a kitty at a La France pear orchard, and a boss kitty that oversees the production of traditional wooden kokeshi dolls.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 NHK Documentary
A discovery of films from post-WWII Tokyo provides insight about life in Japan during that era. It's a look at "Year Zero" through the eyes of a present-day Tokyo resident who travels back in time.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 Somewhere Street
The port city of Marseille is the oldest city in France. Located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, it's thrived as a trade hub since 600 BCE, with people from all over the world passing through.
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 Teen Regime #1
In 202X, experimental city Utopi-AI is launched with administration by young political enthusiasts using artificial intelligence. The AI's choice for the city's leader is 17-year-old Maki Aran. - Ep.1
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
After nearly 40 years, a key participant in a historic festival must step down due to ill health. Will his successor be able to tackle his heavy responsibility and fulfill his important role?
23:37 Easy Japanese
#1 Where is Haru-san House? / Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put "wa doko desu ka" after its name.
23:40 Core Kyoto mini
Discover how intricate woodcraft traditions evolved by watching a turner and a cooper at work.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Mukawa River is renowned as one of the most outstanding rapids in Japan. In spring, a kayaker challenges to kayak along the raging river swollen with snowmelt, testing his skills.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:30 Medical Frontiers
In part 1 of a 2-part series on superfoods found in Shiga Prefecture, which boasts one of the highest life expectancies in Japan, we focus on fish found only in Lake Biwa, the country's largest lake.
NHK WORLD-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 Hikaru Utada
SONGS OF TOKYO brings you the latest from the Japanese music scene.The upcoming episode will feature Japanese pop icon Hikaru Utada.
06:40 Easy Japanese for Work
Asking a shop manager to follow orders from head office. Accelerate your Japanese language skills! Learn practical, effective workplace expressions and understand business culture.
06:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Yamagata-Japan's major fruit producer. Visit a kitty at a La France pear orchard, and a boss kitty that oversees the production of traditional wooden kokeshi dolls.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Face to Face
Aoyagi Takashi is one of a handful of Japanese artisans who create the inkstones used in calligraphy and other arts that use brush and ink. He discusses the importance of keeping the tradition alive.
07:40 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Maeda Yasuhiro are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
07:50 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Hambaagu with Grated Daikon.
07:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Magical Japanese" to show the services NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides for learning Japanese language. We provide 20 languages versions on "Easy Japanese" to learn foreign languages.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Japan's Top inventions(28min.)
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time, camera phones and electron microscopes.
08:40 BOSAI: Soil Liquefaction
When a major earthquake hits, the ground can turn into muddy water. This is called liquefaction. Buildings may sink or tilt and become uninhabitable. Find out the mechanisms and how to prevent it.
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 "Pythagora Equipment Academy"...
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 Somewhere Street
The port city of Marseille is the oldest city in France. Located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, it's thrived as a trade hub since 600 BCE, with people from all over the world passing through.
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 visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese-native Weng Fei who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.
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
Hanayagi Juraku's original Nihonbuyo performance film "Diversity of Japan -MAI- " was premiered at the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. He shares his passion for this Japanese classical dance form.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
11:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how to use your air conditioner effectively, minimizing energy consumption while protecting yourself from heatstroke.
11:50 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
11:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Chicken Rice Burger.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
12:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Tokyo Summer Story: Season of Remembrance.
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.
13:14 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
13:30 SONGS OF TOKYO Hikaru Utada
SONGS OF TOKYO brings you the latest from the Japanese music scene.The upcoming episode will feature Japanese pop icon Hikaru Utada.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
It's spring and the cherry blossoms are blooming as we explore Tokushima from its fertile coast to hidden valleys in the west where communities cooperate to survive in a harsh mountain environment.
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
Hanayagi Juraku's original Nihonbuyo performance film "Diversity of Japan -MAI- " was premiered at the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. He shares his passion for this Japanese classical dance form.
15:30 Where We Call Home
We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese-native Weng Fei who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.
16:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
16:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how to use your air conditioner effectively, minimizing energy consumption while protecting yourself from heatstroke.
16:50 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
16:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Chicken Rice Burger.
17:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
17:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Tokyo Summer Story: Season of Remembrance.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
It's spring and the cherry blossoms are blooming as we explore Tokushima from its fertile coast to hidden valleys in the west where communities cooperate to survive in a harsh mountain environment.
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
Kojima Marina has been working since 2016 to rescue migrants and refugees from North Africa attempting a perilous Mediterranean Sea crossing. She talks about the front lines of humanitarian action.
19:30 SONGS OF TOKYO Hikaru Utada
SONGS OF TOKYO brings you the latest from the Japanese music scene.The upcoming episode will feature Japanese pop icon Hikaru Utada.
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 visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese-native Weng Fei who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.
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
Hanayagi Juraku's original Nihonbuyo performance film "Diversity of Japan -MAI- " was premiered at the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. He shares his passion for this Japanese classical dance form.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Will Sparks Fly?
A dapper young man sits in a teahouse with his older companion when a young woman catches his eye. From the way they're looking at each other, it's clear that there's something going on between them.
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
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
22:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how to use your air conditioner effectively, minimizing energy consumption while protecting yourself from heatstroke.
22:50 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
22:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Chicken Rice Burger.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Tokyo Summer Story: Season of Remembrance.
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
Genome-edited foods such as larger fish and amino acid-rich tomatoes are making inroads. We look at a technology that produces food products with superior properties faster than conventional breeding.
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 visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese-native Weng Fei who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.
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
Hanayagi Juraku's original Nihonbuyo performance film "Diversity of Japan -MAI- " was premiered at the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. He shares his passion for this Japanese classical dance form.
02:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
It's spring and the cherry blossoms are blooming as we explore Tokushima from its fertile coast to hidden valleys in the west where communities cooperate to survive in a harsh mountain environment.
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
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
03:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how to use your air conditioner effectively, minimizing energy consumption while protecting yourself from heatstroke.
03:50 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
03:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Chicken Rice Burger.
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
Kojima Marina has been working since 2016 to rescue migrants and refugees from North Africa attempting a perilous Mediterranean Sea crossing. She talks about the front lines of humanitarian action.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Will Sparks Fly?
A dapper young man sits in a teahouse with his older companion when a young woman catches his eye. From the way they're looking at each other, it's clear that there's something going on between them.
05:00 NHK Documentary
A discovery of films from post-WWII Tokyo provides insight about life in Japan during that era. It's a look at "Year Zero" through the eyes of a present-day Tokyo resident who travels back in time.
05:50 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
05:55 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
06:30 Medical Frontiers
In part 1 of a 2-part series on superfoods found in Shiga Prefecture, which boasts one of the highest life expectancies in Japan, we focus on fish found only in Lake Biwa, the country's largest lake.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
07:30 Where We Call Home
We visit Toyama to meet US-born Jack Lee Randall who performs shadow puppet plays for children, and Chinese-native Weng Fei who operates a concrete pump truck in Gifu.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
A long-term Japan resident from Pakistan provides support to the needy, regardless of race or creed, including those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. What is the source of his compassionate spirit?
08:40 Learn Japanese from the News
We listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how to use your air conditioner effectively, minimizing energy consumption while protecting yourself from heatstroke.
08:50 Easy Japanese
#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and "made onegai-shimasu."
08:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Chicken Rice Burger.
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: Will Sparks Fly?
A dapper young man sits in a teahouse with his older companion when a young woman catches his eye. From the way they're looking at each other, it's clear that there's something going on between them.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Highlights
It's spring and the cherry blossoms are blooming as we explore Tokushima from its fertile coast to hidden valleys in the west where communities cooperate to survive in a harsh mountain environment.
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
We visit four of Japan's most sacred and powerful mountains, which have been venerated since ancient times. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:15 Direct Talk
Mitsubori Junichi is a confectioner who has made wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) in front of wowed audiences around the world, including at the prestigious Salon du Chocolat in France.
11:30 Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika visits the southwest archipelago of Japan. She meets people who are preserving a unique food culture that cannot be found anywhere else in Japan.
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
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
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
In part 1 of a 2-part series on superfoods found in Shiga Prefecture, which boasts one of the highest life expectancies in Japan, we focus on fish found only in Lake Biwa, the country's largest lake.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
14:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
14:45 Doctor's Insight
Liver disease can progress without symptoms as the organ has no nerve fibers to sense pain. However, it could be reversed with early detection. Find out your risk of various liver diseases.
14:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Mitsubori Junichi is a confectioner who has made wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) in front of wowed audiences around the world, including at the prestigious Salon du Chocolat in France.
15:30 Journeys in Japan
We visit four of Japan's most sacred and powerful mountains, which have been venerated since ancient times. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
16:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24
This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
16:30 Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika visits the southwest archipelago of Japan. She meets people who are preserving a unique food culture that cannot be found anywhere else in Japan.
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
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:15 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
18:23 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
18:45 Doctor's Insight
Liver disease can progress without symptoms as the organ has no nerve fibers to sense pain. However, it could be reversed with early detection. Find out your risk of various liver diseases.
18:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 Direct Talk
Chang-Haeng is a juggler who has performed in over 80 countries. He grew up in Japan, but his Korean heritage made him the target of vicious bullying. He speaks with us about his life and his art.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
In part 1 of a 2-part series on superfoods found in Shiga Prefecture, which boasts one of the highest life expectancies in Japan, we focus on fish found only in Lake Biwa, the country's largest lake.
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
We visit four of Japan's most sacred and powerful mountains, which have been venerated since ancient times. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
21:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:40 Direct Talk
Mitsubori Junichi is a confectioner who has made wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) in front of wowed audiences around the world, including at the prestigious Salon du Chocolat in France.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: The Star Festival
For the annual Tanabata Star Festival, families across Edo flew bamboo stalks adorned with strips of paper and ornaments representing wishes. We examine what their wishes tell us about their lives.
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
Chef Rika visits the southwest archipelago of Japan. She meets people who are preserving a unique food culture that cannot be found anywhere else in Japan.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:18 NEWSLINE BIZ
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.
23:30 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
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
This episode focuses on sake. Get a virtual tour of how it's made at a 300-year-old brewery, learn cool ways to enjoy it at home and hear the latest about a sake boom in France.
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
We visit four of Japan's most sacred and powerful mountains, which have been venerated since ancient times. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:15 Direct Talk
Mitsubori Junichi is a confectioner who has made wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) in front of wowed audiences around the world, including at the prestigious Salon du Chocolat in France.
02:30 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
02:45 Doctor's Insight
Liver disease can progress without symptoms as the organ has no nerve fibers to sense pain. However, it could be reversed with early detection. Find out your risk of various liver diseases.
02:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
03:30 Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika visits the southwest archipelago of Japan. She meets people who are preserving a unique food culture that cannot be found anywhere else in Japan.
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
Chang-Haeng is a juggler who has performed in over 80 countries. He grew up in Japan, but his Korean heritage made him the target of vicious bullying. He speaks with us about his life and his art.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: The Star Festival
For the annual Tanabata Star Festival, families across Edo flew bamboo stalks adorned with strips of paper and ornaments representing wishes. We examine what their wishes tell us about their lives.
05:00 RISING
Follow a unique Kyoto-based firm that boosts Japan's food producers by canning local specialty goods, from game, to seafood, to premium vegetables and other rare and unique delicacies.
05:30 Document 72 Hours
Each July, many people in Japan write down a wish and tie it to a bamboo branch for the Tanabata festival. For 3 days, we asked visitors to a Tokyo temple about their wish and the story behind it.
NHK WORLD-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
Genome-edited foods such as larger fish and amino acid-rich tomatoes are making inroads. We look at a technology that produces food products with superior properties faster than conventional breeding.
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
We visit four of Japan's most sacred and powerful mountains, which have been venerated since ancient times. On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
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
Chef Rika visits the southwest archipelago of Japan. She meets people who are preserving a unique food culture that cannot be found anywhere else in Japan.
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: The Star Festival
For the annual Tanabata Star Festival, families across Edo flew bamboo stalks adorned with strips of paper and ornaments representing wishes. We examine what their wishes tell us about their lives.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
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 DEEPER LOOK from New York
NATO holds Madrid summit with some Asia-Pacific countries. Fmr Deputy Secretary General Rose Gottemoeller analyzes its significance and implications for future policy amid Russian invasion of Ukraine.
09:45 Doctor's Insight
Liver disease can progress without symptoms as the organ has no nerve fibers to sense pain. However, it could be reversed with early detection. Find out your risk of various liver diseases.
09:55 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:15 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
10:30 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
Since 2000, Amy Herman, an art historian and lawyer, has been organizing "The Art of Perception," an educational program which uses art to develop people's observational skills.
11:30 NINJA TRUTH
Long before the modern Japan we know today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja are scarce.
11:45 Magical Japanese "Night"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the night. Explore the unique culture behind them.
11:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.
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
Akiyoshi Koki is a young architect breathing new life into Japan's construction and forestry sectors through innovative use of digital platforms, and techniques like laser cutting and 3D printing.
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
Genome-edited foods such as larger fish and amino acid-rich tomatoes are making inroads. We look at a technology that produces food products with superior properties faster than conventional breeding.
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 KABUKI KOOL
A chance meeting leads to tragic consequences as the divided loyalties of family and duty tear three people apart. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores "Numazu."
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
Since 2000, Amy Herman, an art historian and lawyer, has been organizing "The Art of Perception," an educational program which uses art to develop people's observational skills.
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
Long before the modern Japan we know today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja are scarce.
16:45 Magical Japanese "Night"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the night. Explore the unique culture behind them.
16:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.
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
Akiyoshi Koki is a young architect breathing new life into Japan's construction and forestry sectors through innovative use of digital platforms, and techniques like laser cutting and 3D printing.
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 KABUKI KOOL
A chance meeting leads to tragic consequences as the divided loyalties of family and duty tear three people apart. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores "Numazu."
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
Pietro Bartolo is a doctor. For 30 years he treated refugees from Africa on the Italian island of Lampedusa. Now, as a Member of the European Parliament, he defends the rights of immigrants.
19:30 Science View
Genome-edited foods such as larger fish and amino acid-rich tomatoes are making inroads. We look at a technology that produces food products with superior properties faster than conventional breeding.
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
Since 2000, Amy Herman, an art historian and lawyer, has been organizing "The Art of Perception," an educational program which uses art to develop people's observational skills.
21:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Two Scenic Views
We break down a print that warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once: Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.
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
Long before the modern Japan we know today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja are scarce.
22:45 Magical Japanese "Night"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the night. Explore the unique culture behind them.
22:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.
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
Akiyoshi Koki is a young architect breathing new life into Japan's construction and forestry sectors through innovative use of digital platforms, and techniques like laser cutting and 3D printing.
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
In 2020, Tokyu Corporation's THE ROYAL EXPRESS began running on JR Hokkaido, and it has been gaining attention ever since. See why and how Tokyu's luxury tourist train started operating in Hokkaido.
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
Since 2000, Amy Herman, an art historian and lawyer, has been organizing "The Art of Perception," an educational program which uses art to develop people's observational skills.
02:30 KABUKI KOOL
A chance meeting leads to tragic consequences as the divided loyalties of family and duty tear three people apart. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores "Numazu."
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
Long before the modern Japan we know today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja are scarce.
03:45 Magical Japanese "Night"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the night. Explore the unique culture behind them.
03:55 Core Kyoto mini
The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect.
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
Pietro Bartolo is a doctor. For 30 years he treated refugees from Africa on the Italian island of Lampedusa. Now, as a Member of the European Parliament, he defends the rights of immigrants.
04:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Two Scenic Views
We break down a print that warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once: Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.
05:00 THE UKIYOE CODE #3 Gardening
The Ukiyo-e Code. Gardening: Cultivating the Heart. University professor Miyata Hiroaki helps us decipher the clues in artwork showing the popularity of plants and gardening in 19th-century Tokyo.
05:25 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.
05:30 RISING
Akiyoshi Koki is a young architect breathing new life into Japan's construction and forestry sectors through innovative use of digital platforms, and techniques like laser cutting and 3D printing.
