2024-09-23 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 00:10 Anime Manga Explosion Tachikawa Yuzuru is a popular director known for hits like Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine and Blue Giant. Watch Tachikawa's thrilling first theatrical release, Death Billiards, in full. 00:40 Fit With The Doctor's Cyborg Come and learn 'Pro Tips' and 'Improvement Points' that will help you properly kick off and move your body through the air. 00:50 Story Land In Classical Japanese This programme presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature - in both original forms and modern translations - with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the world view of ancient Japan.
2024-09-24 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 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. 01:45 Bosai: Be Prepared Several typhoons approach Japan and make landfall every summer - by understanding the way they move and the power of their rainstorms, we can learn how to protect ourselves and our possessions. 01:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan We introduce 'Discovering Tomorrow's Manga Masters', an English version of a show aired on our domestic channel, that follows young people trying to be manga creators and living in an artist village. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 02:15 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge for a reason, they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in this bustling scene from everyday Edo life. 02:20 A Tour Of Nara's Buddhist Statues Nara, Japan's capital back in the 8th century A.D., is home to many temples with Buddhist statues believed to ward off calamity and grant prosperity and good health - join us in taking a tour of some. 02:25 Japan From Above: Up Close This programme 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. 02:30 Ramen Japan What makes some one-of-a-kind handmade noodles so unique? Come to Sano for a taste you won't find anywhere else! 02:45 Ramen Japan Tokyo's original ramen was born during the postwar reconstruction - try some for yourself on this ramen journey by train! 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 Journeys In Japan In Owase (Mie Pref.), Stephen Carter finds out about the culture, customs and climate of this 'city of rain.' On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 04:15 Direct Talk Fukuda Keisuke heads an NPO that has been organising volunteer clean-up events in Japan for over 20 years - he talks about his efforts to bring communities together. 04:30 Dining With The Chef Wakayama Prefecture is a historic sanctuary on a peninsula near Osaka with hot springs, beaches and a proud fishing culture - join the top-rated chef Hayashi on a culinary tour of its rich traditions. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 05:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 05:30 Document 72 Hours The menu at a 24-hour Chinese restaurant in western Tokyo includes ramen, gyoza dumplings, and a wide range of set meals - for three days we ask customers why they come here to fill their bellies. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 06:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 06:30 Medical Frontiers From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle. 07:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 Deeper Look Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics. 07:45 Dig More Japan! The Japanese have long lived side-by-side with horses - with unique cultures found in every region, let's dig a little deeper! 07:55 The Seasons Of Yamato A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season. 08:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 08:15 Direct Talk Fukuda Keisuke heads an NPO that has been organising volunteer clean-up events in Japan for over 20 years - he talks about his efforts to bring communities together. 08:30 Journeys In Japan In Owase (Mie Pref.), Stephen Carter finds out about the culture, customs and climate of this 'city of rain.' On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips. 09:00 Newsline Asia 24 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 09:30 Dining With The Chef Wakayama Prefecture is a historic sanctuary on a peninsula near Osaka with hot springs, beaches and a proud fishing culture - join the top-rated chef Hayashi on a culinary tour of its rich traditions. 10:00 Newsline Asia 24 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 10:30 Document 72 Hours The menu at a 24-hour Chinese restaurant in western Tokyo includes ramen, gyoza dumplings, and a wide range of set meals - for three days we ask customers why they come here to fill their bellies. 11:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 11:15 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 11:23 A Village's Heavenly River Visit a village named Tenkawa (Heavenly River) - where a serene river flows like the Milky Way - and also tour a shrine of the same name and a temple with a sacred spring. 11:30 Deeper Look Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics. 11:45 Dig More Japan! The Japanese have long lived side-by-side with horses - with unique cultures found in every region, let's dig a little deeper! 11:55 The Seasons Of Yamato A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season. 12:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 12:15 Direct Talk Inata Miori has photographed holy sites worldwide - she was holding an exhibition in Kyiv when Russia invaded Ukraine. She talks about the sanctity of everyday life and what we can do to protect it. 12:30 Medical Frontiers From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle. 13:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 13:18 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 13:30 Journeys In Japan In Owase (Mie Pref.), Stephen Carter finds out about the culture, customs and climate of this 'city of rain.' On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips. 14:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 14:27 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 14:40 Direct Talk Fukuda Keisuke heads an NPO that has been organising volunteer clean-up events in Japan for over 20 years - he talks about his efforts to bring communities together. 14:55 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life The Piercing Gaze: A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku, who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment? 15:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 15:30 Dining With The Chef Wakayama Prefecture is a historic sanctuary on a peninsula near Osaka with hot springs, beaches and a proud fishing culture - join the top-rated chef Hayashi on a culinary tour of its rich traditions. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 16:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 16:30 Document 72 Hours The menu at a 24-hour Chinese restaurant in western Tokyo includes ramen, gyoza dumplings, and a wide range of set meals - for three days we ask customers why they come here to fill their bellies. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 17:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 17:30 Science View Discover the deadliest and most dangerous creature to humans: the mosquito. By examining the survival strategies of our greatest enemy, science may uncover secrets that could benefit us all. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 18:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 18:30 Journeys In Japan In Owase (Mie Pref.), Stephen Carter finds out about the culture, customs and climate of this 'city of rain.' On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips. 19:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 19:15 Direct Talk Fukuda Keisuke heads an NPO that has been organising volunteer clean-up events in Japan for over 20 years - he talks about his efforts to bring communities together. 19:30 Deeper Look Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics. 19:45 Dig More Japan! The Japanese have long lived side-by-side with horses - with unique cultures found in every region, let's dig a little deeper! 19:55 The Seasons Of Yamato A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season. 20:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 Dining With The Chef Wakayama Prefecture is a historic sanctuary on a peninsula near Osaka with hot springs, beaches and a proud fishing culture - join the top-rated chef Hayashi on a culinary tour of its rich traditions. 21:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 21:27 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 21:40 Direct Talk Inata Miori has photographed holy sites worldwide - she was holding an exhibition in Kyiv when Russia invaded Ukraine. She talks about the sanctity of everyday life and what we can do to protect it. 21:55 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life The Piercing Gaze: A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku, who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment? 22:00 Biz Stream This episode features businesses that are taking novel approaches to selling and caring for houseplants. 22:30 Document 72 Hours The menu at a 24-hour Chinese restaurant in western Tokyo includes ramen, gyoza dumplings, and a wide range of set meals - for three days we ask customers why they come here to fill their bellies. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 Science View Discover the deadliest and most dangerous creature to humans: the mosquito. By examining the survival strategies of our greatest enemy, science may uncover secrets that could benefit us all.
2024-09-25 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 00:18 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 00:30 Journeys In Japan In Owase (Mie Pref.), Stephen Carter finds out about the culture, customs and climate of this 'city of rain.' On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 01:18 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 01:30 Dining With The Chef Wakayama Prefecture is a historic sanctuary on a peninsula near Osaka with hot springs, beaches and a proud fishing culture - join the top-rated chef Hayashi on a culinary tour of its rich traditions. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 02:15 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life The Piercing Gaze: A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku, who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment? 02:20 A Village's Heavenly River Visit a village named Tenkawa (Heavenly River) - where a serene river flows like the Milky Way - and also tour a shrine of the same name and a temple with a sacred spring. 02:25 Japan From Above: Up Close This programme 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. 02:30 Deeper Look Experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on current affairs topics. 02:45 Dig More Japan! The Japanese have long lived side-by-side with horses - with unique cultures found in every region, let's dig a little deeper! 02:55 The Seasons Of Yamato A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 Dive In Tokyo We visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyo's western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 04:15 Direct Talk Introducing the CEO of a company promoting eco-tourism by guiding travellers to the Himalayan mountain region - they install solar power systems that support local energy needs for the community. 04:30 NHK World-Japan Special Programme NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia. 04:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode focuses on the word 'fumu' meaning 'to step'. Explore the unique culture behind them. 04:55 Core Kyoto Mini Miyama is famous for its roof-thatching tradition - the town of Hanase continues to serve its local speciality, foraged wild food cuisine. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 05:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 05:30 Frontrunners Kitamura Asako is the first female floatmaker in the 300-year history of Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri and battling prejudice as she upholds this male tradition while also imbuing a fresh new sensibility. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 06:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 06:30 Science View Discover the deadliest and most dangerous creature to humans: the mosquito. By examining the survival strategies of our greatest enemy, science may uncover secrets that could benefit us all. 07:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 Kabuki Kool Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins. 08:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 08:15 Direct Talk Introducing the CEO of a company promoting eco-tourism by guiding travellers to the Himalayan mountain region - they install solar power systems that support local energy needs for the community. 08:30 Dive In Tokyo We visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyo's western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis. 09:00 Newsline Asia 24 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 09:30 NHK World-Japan Special Programme NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia. 09:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode focuses on the word 'fumu' meaning 'to step'. Explore the unique culture behind them. 09:55 Core Kyoto Mini Miyama is famous for its roof-thatching tradition - the town of Hanase continues to serve its local speciality, foraged wild food cuisine. 10:00 Newsline Asia 24 This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia. 10:30 Frontrunners Kitamura Asako is the first female floatmaker in the 300-year history of Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri and battling prejudice as she upholds this male tradition while also imbuing a fresh new sensibility. 11:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 11:15 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 11:23 A Kumano Kodo Temple Lodge We meet a temple lodge proprietor who is said to be a descendant of demons - the historic lodge is frequented by practitioners of Shugendo, a religion that combines mountain worship and Buddhism. 11:30 Kabuki Kool Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins. 12:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 12:15 Direct Talk Air pollution causes millions of premature deaths. Anirudh Sharma from India has developed a method of making ink from car emissions. What drives this self-described 'chronic inventor'? 12:30 Science View Discover the deadliest and most dangerous creature to humans: the mosquito. By examining the survival strategies of our greatest enemy, science may uncover secrets that could benefit us all. 13:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 13:18 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 13:30 Dive In Tokyo We visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyo's western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis. 14:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 14:27 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 14:40 Direct Talk Introducing the CEO of a company promoting eco-tourism by guiding travellers to the Himalayan mountain region - they install solar power systems that support local energy needs for the community. 14:55 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life Mt. Fuji's Faces: We observe 'Red Fuji' and 'Black Fuji', two dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mt. Fuji mean to the people of Edo? 15:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 15:30 NHK World-Japan Special Programme NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia. 15:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode focuses on the word 'fumu' meaning 'to step'. Explore the unique culture behind them. 15:55 Core Kyoto Mini Miyama is famous for its roof-thatching tradition - the town of Hanase continues to serve its local speciality, foraged wild food cuisine. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 16:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 16:30 Frontrunners Kitamura Asako is the first female floatmaker in the 300-year history of Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri and battling prejudice as she upholds this male tradition while also imbuing a fresh new sensibility. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 17:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 17:30 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Rice flour is attracting global attention - after using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 18:15 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 18:30 Dive In Tokyo We visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyo's western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis. 19:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 19:15 Direct Talk Introducing the CEO of a company promoting eco-tourism by guiding travellers to the Himalayan mountain region - they install solar power systems that support local energy needs for the community. 19:30 Kabuki Kool Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins. 20:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 colourful 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 NHK World-Japan Special Programme NHK World-Japan presents a wide range of programmes from news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia. 20:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode focuses on the word 'fumu' meaning 'to step'. Explore the unique culture behind them. 20:55 Core Kyoto Mini Miyama is famous for its roof-thatching tradition - the town of Hanase continues to serve its local speciality, foraged wild food cuisine. 21:00 Newsroom Tokyo This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them. 21:27 Newsline In Depth Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan as well as other parts of Asia and around the world. 21:40 Direct Talk Air pollution causes millions of premature deaths. Anirudh Sharma from India has developed a method of making ink from car emissions. What drives this self-described 'chronic inventor'? 21:55 Ukiyo-e Edo-Life Mt. Fuji's Faces: We observe 'Red Fuji' and 'Black Fuji', two dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mt. Fuji mean to the people of Edo? 22:00 Today's Close-Up A multi-billion-dollar quest to unlock the secrets to longevity is driving intensive research worldwide and producing results that could one day usher in a new era of longer and healthier lives. 22:30 Frontrunners Kitamura Asako is the first female floatmaker in the 300-year history of Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri and battling prejudice as she upholds this male tradition while also imbuing a fresh new sensibility. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme 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 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Rice flour is attracting global attention - after using it for ages to make sweets, Japan employs the latest milling tech to create rice flour for various uses. See how the powder continues to evolve.
2024-09-26 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK World-Japan's flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia. 00:18 Newsline Biz Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news with added analysis from studio guests. 00:30 Dive In Tokyo We visit Okutama, a town nestled in a mountain range on Tokyo's western edge, and learn about the complex history behind a large reservoir that serves as a vital water source for the metropolis.
