2024-09-18 00:00 Newsline Asia 24 00:30 Ninja Truth 00:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to fire. Explore the unique culture behind them. 00:55 Core Kyoto Mini A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest. 01:00 Newsline Asia 24 01:30 Frontrunners Mizui Yu is tackling poverty in the Philippines using coconuts - he develops food and cosmetics for sale in Japan. His business is improving lives. What will he develop next? 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:14 NL Bridge 02:15 Newsline Biz 02:23 Treasure Box Japan Nara, Japan's capital back in the 8th century, 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. 02:30 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 September 17, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 02:57 Sumopedia 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:14 NL Bridge 03:15 Direct Talk Professor Jason Arday focuses on the UK education system in his work as a sociologist. He made history this year, when at 37 he became the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University. 03:30 Science View This episode looks at energy savings and carbon reduction in Japan's leading train systems, including hydrogen fuel cells and silicon carbide power electronics. Also, visualizing emotions. 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:17 NL Bridge 04:18 Newsline Biz 04:30 Dive in Tokyo This time we venture out to Sawara in Chiba Prefecture. It's a 300-year-old town where merchant families prospered thanks to the Tone River. We see how the community is upholding its traditions. 05:00 Newsroom Tokyo 05:27 Newsline In Depth 05:40 Direct Talk We feature a scientist, Eniya Listiani Dewi, who is leading energy reform in Indonesia by aiming to create a sustainable society using "green" hydrogen produced from only natural energy. 05:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 06:00 Newsroom Tokyo 06:30 Ninja Truth 06:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to fire. Explore the unique culture behind them. 06:55 Core Kyoto Mini A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:15 Newsline In Depth 07:30 Frontrunners Mizui Yu is tackling poverty in the Philippines using coconuts - he develops food and cosmetics for sale in Japan. His business is improving lives. What will he develop next? 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:15 Newsline In Depth 08:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:15 Newsline In Depth 09:30 Dive in Tokyo This time we venture out to Sawara in Chiba Prefecture. It's a 300-year-old town where merchant families prospered thanks to the Tone River. We see how the community is upholding its traditions. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:15 Direct Talk We feature a scientist, Eniya Listiani Dewi, who is leading energy reform in Indonesia by aiming to create a sustainable society using "green" hydrogen produced from only natural energy. 10:30 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 September 18, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 10:57 Sumopedia 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:15 Newsline In Depth 11:30 Ninja Truth 11:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to fire. Explore the unique culture behind them. 11:55 Core Kyoto Mini A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo 12:27 Newsline In Depth 12:40 Direct Talk Professor Jason Arday focuses on the UK education system in his work as a sociologist. He made history this year, when at 37 he became the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University. 12:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 13:00 Today's Close-up Will help come when disaster strikes? By examining the initial response to this January's Noto Peninsula Earthquake, we consider what's needed to prepare for natural disasters. 13:30 Frontrunners Mizui Yu is tackling poverty in the Philippines using coconuts - he develops food and cosmetics for sale in Japan. His business is improving lives. What will he develop next? 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:18 Newsline Biz 14:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:18 Newsline Biz 15:30 Dive in Tokyo This time we venture out to Sawara in Chiba Prefecture. It's a 300-year-old town where merchant families prospered thanks to the Tone River. We see how the community is upholding its traditions. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:18 Newsline Biz 16:30 Ninja Truth 16:45 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to fire. Explore the unique culture behind them. 16:55 Core Kyoto Mini A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:15 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 17:20 Treasure Box Japan Nara, Japan's capital back in the 8th century, 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. 17:25 Japan From Above: Up Close 17:30 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 September 18, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 17:57 Sumopedia 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:15 Newsline In Depth 18:30 Core Kyoto 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:15 Direct Talk Composer Paul Chihara was inspired by music he heard at the Japanese American internment camp where he spent his childhood during WWII. How did the war affect him, and what does music mean to him? 19:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Science & Design: Evoking the Future. Visit the "Future Elements: Experimental Laboratory for Prototyping in Science and Design" exhibition with Director Yamanaka Shunji as our guide! 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:15 Newsline In Depth 20:30 Japanology Plus Water-free fire engines and AI-powered robots are among the new firefighting technologies being used in Japan to address changing emergency circumstances. We introduce some recent approaches. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:15 Newsline In Depth 21:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:15 Newsline In Depth 22:30 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 September 18, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 22:57 Sumopedia 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:15 Direct Talk Composer Paul Chihara was inspired by music he heard at the Japanese American internment camp where he spent his childhood during WWII. How did the war affect him, and what does music mean to him? 23:30 Core Kyoto
2024-09-19 00:00 Newsline Asia 24 00:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Science & Design: Evoking the Future. Visit the "Future Elements: Experimental Laboratory for Prototyping in Science and Design" exhibition with Director Yamanaka Shunji as our guide! 01:00 Newsline Asia 24 01:30 Japanology Plus Water-free fire engines and AI-powered robots are among the new firefighting technologies being used in Japan to address changing emergency circumstances. We introduce some recent approaches. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:14 NL Bridge 02:15 Newsline Biz 02:23 Treasure Box Japan In the Kii Mountains, a sacred area for ascetic practitioners, three shrines bearing the name of their region, Kumano, have been visited by followers since ancient times. 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 September 18, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 02:57 Sumopedia 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:14 NL Bridge 03:15 Direct Talk Mexican muralist Paola Delfin's paintings of women and plants are imbued with peace and anti-discrimination messages. Her mural in Kyiv after the 2016 Russian invasion of Crimea drew great attention. 03:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:17 NL Bridge 04:18 Newsline Biz 04:30 Core Kyoto 05:00 Newsroom Tokyo 05:27 Newsline In Depth 05:40 Direct Talk Composer Paul Chihara was inspired by music he heard at the Japanese American internment camp where he spent his childhood during WWII. How did the war affect him, and what does music mean to him? 05:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 06:00 Newsroom Tokyo 06:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Science & Design: Evoking the Future. Visit the "Future Elements: Experimental Laboratory for Prototyping in Science and Design" exhibition with Director Yamanaka Shunji as our guide! 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:15 Newsline In Depth 07:30 Japanology Plus Water-free fire engines and AI-powered robots are among the new firefighting technologies being used in Japan to address changing emergency circumstances. We introduce some recent approaches. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:15 Newsline In Depth 08:30 Japan Railway Journal This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:15 Newsline In Depth 09:30 Core Kyoto 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:15 Direct Talk Composer Paul Chihara was inspired by music he heard at the Japanese American internment camp where he spent his childhood during WWII. How did the war affect him, and what does music mean to him? 10:30 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 September 19, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 10:57 Sumopedia 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:15 Newsline In Depth 11:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Science & Design: Evoking the Future. Visit the "Future Elements: Experimental Laboratory for Prototyping in Science and Design" exhibition with Director Yamanaka Shunji as our guide! 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo 12:27 Newsline In Depth 12:40 Direct Talk Mexican muralist Paola Delfin's paintings of women and plants are imbued with peace and anti-discrimination messages. Her mural in Kyiv after the 2016 Russian invasion of Crimea drew great attention. 12:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 13:00 Japan's Top Inventions The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: lint rollers & rotating beacon lights. 13:30 Japanology Plus Water-free fire engines and AI-powered robots are among the new firefighting technologies being used in Japan to address changing emergency circumstances. We introduce some recent approaches. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:18 Newsline Biz 14:30 Japan Railway Journal This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges. 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:18 Newsline Biz 15:30 Core Kyoto 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:18 Newsline Biz 16:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Science & Design: Evoking the Future. Visit the "Future Elements: Experimental Laboratory for Prototyping in Science and Design" exhibition with Director Yamanaka Shunji as our guide! 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:15 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 17:20 Treasure Box Japan In the Kii Mountains, a sacred area for ascetic practitioners, three shrines bearing the name of their region, Kumano, have been visited by followers since ancient times. 17:25 Japan From Above: Up Close 17:30 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 September 19, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 17:57 Sumopedia 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:15 Newsline In Depth 18:30 Asia Insight Taichung City enacted Taiwan's only ordinance on food banking in 2016. Through various initiatives to reuse leftover food, the city aspires to create a zero-food waste environment. 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:15 Direct Talk HateAid is Germany's first ever support group for victims of digital violence. We speak to its founder Anna-Lena von Hodenberg about her fight to restore online dignity. 19:30 Bento Expo Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts. 19:45 Zero Waste Life With even slight damage, wedding dresses often have to be discarded. Nogami Yuko uses these for upcycling. Bringing happiness from one bride to another; remade better than new. 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:15 Newsline In Depth 20:30 Trailblazers Asakusa is known worldwide as one of Tokyo's top sightseeing spots. What's kept it in lights is the initiative of residents who are now looking to increase the area's night entertainment options. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:15 Newsline In Depth 21:30 Japan Railway Journal This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:15 Newsline In Depth 22:30 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 September 19, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 22:57 Sumopedia 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:15 Direct Talk HateAid is Germany's first ever support group for victims of digital violence. We speak to its founder Anna-Lena von Hodenberg about her fight to restore online dignity. 23:30 Asia Insight Taichung City enacted Taiwan's only ordinance on food banking in 2016. Through various initiatives to reuse leftover food, the city aspires to create a zero-food waste environment.
2024-09-20 00:00 Newsline Asia 24 00:30 Bento Expo Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts. 00:45 Zero Waste Life With even slight damage, wedding dresses often have to be discarded. Nogami Yuko uses these for upcycling. Bringing happiness from one bride to another; remade better than new. 01:00 Newsline Asia 24 01:30 Trailblazers Asakusa is known worldwide as one of Tokyo's top sightseeing spots. What's kept it in lights is the initiative of residents who are now looking to increase the area's night entertainment options. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:14 NL Bridge 02:15 Newsline Biz 02:23 Chatroom Japan Our anchor traveled to the city of Izumo in Shimane Pref. for an impromptu "chatroom" with a Brazilian woman who shares her joy of raising children in rural Japan. 02:26 Treasure Box Japan Visit a village named Tenkawa (Heavenly River), where a serene river flows like the Milky Way. Tour a shrine of the same name and a temple with a sacred spring. 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 September 19, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 02:57 Sumopedia 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:14 NL Bridge 03:15 Direct Talk Chicago physician Zaher Sahloul founded an NGO to support people enduring war and natural disasters worldwide. It started in response to war in his homeland. Syria, and continues today in Ukraine. 03:30 Japan Railway Journal This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges. 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:17 NL Bridge 04:18 Newsline Biz 04:30 Asia Insight Taichung City enacted Taiwan's only ordinance on food banking in 2016. Through various initiatives to reuse leftover food, the city aspires to create a zero-food waste environment. 05:00 Newsroom Tokyo 05:27 Newsline In Depth 05:40 Direct Talk HateAid is Germany's first ever support group for victims of digital violence. We speak to its founder Anna-Lena von Hodenberg about her fight to restore online dignity. 05:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 06:00 Newsroom Tokyo 06:30 Bento Expo Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts. 06:45 Zero Waste Life With even slight damage, wedding dresses often have to be discarded. Nogami Yuko uses these for upcycling. Bringing happiness from one bride to another; remade better than new. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:15 Newsline In Depth 07:30 Trailblazers Asakusa is known worldwide as one of Tokyo's top sightseeing spots. What's kept it in lights is the initiative of residents who are now looking to increase the area's night entertainment options. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:15 Newsline In Depth 08:30 Today's Close-up 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:15 Newsline In Depth 09:30 Asia Insight Taichung City enacted Taiwan's only ordinance on food banking in 2016. Through various initiatives to reuse leftover food, the city aspires to create a zero-food waste environment. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:15 Direct Talk HateAid is Germany's first ever support group for victims of digital violence. We speak to its founder Anna-Lena von Hodenberg about her fight to restore online dignity. 10:30 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 September 20, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 10:57 Sumopedia 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:15 Newsline In Depth 11:30 Bento Expo Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts. 11:45 Zero Waste Life With even slight damage, wedding dresses often have to be discarded. Nogami Yuko uses these for upcycling. Bringing happiness from one bride to another; remade better than new. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo 12:27 Newsline In Depth 12:40 Direct Talk Chicago physician Zaher Sahloul founded an NGO to support people enduring war and natural disasters worldwide. It started in response to war in his homeland. Syria, and continues today in Ukraine. 12:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 13:00 Medical Frontiers From prevention to cure! The groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare. For your healthy lifestyle, this program shows tips of superfoods and easy exercises. 13:30 Trailblazers Asakusa is known worldwide as one of Tokyo's top sightseeing spots. What's kept it in lights is the initiative of residents who are now looking to increase the area's night entertainment options. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:18 Newsline Biz 14:30 Today's Close-up 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:18 Newsline Biz 15:30 Asia Insight Taichung City enacted Taiwan's only ordinance on food banking in 2016. Through various initiatives to reuse leftover food, the city aspires to create a zero-food waste environment. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:18 Newsline Biz 16:30 Bento Expo Marc's bento features gyoza that stay crisp when cold, thanks to panko. From Maki, colorful croquettes made with ham, spinach, and potatoes. Bento Trip heads to Ibaraki, home of Japanese chestnuts. 16:45 Zero Waste Life With even slight damage, wedding dresses often have to be discarded. Nogami Yuko uses these for upcycling. Bringing happiness from one bride to another; remade better than new. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:10 Chatroom Japan Our anchor traveled to the city of Izumo in Shimane Pref. for an impromptu "chatroom" with a Brazilian woman who shares her joy of raising children in rural Japan. 17:15 Ukiyoe Edo-life 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. 17:20 Treasure Box Japan Visit a village named Tenkawa (Heavenly River), where a serene river flows like the Milky Way. Tour a shrine of the same name and a temple with a sacred spring. 17:25 Japanology Plus Mini Japan has 9 million vacant homes. We investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalization. 17:30 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 September 20, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 17:57 Sumopedia 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:10 Documentary 360 Pianist Fuzjko Hemming passed away this year, at 92, after a rich but tumultuous life. We follow the artist's final years, where she tirelessly pursues her art while battling illness at the very end. 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:10 Nhk World-japan Special Program 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:10 Cycle Around Japan 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:10 Today's Close-up 21:40 The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates. 21:50 Let's enjoy Math with Barky the Dog A toymaker is confused by Numbler and attaches the stems of his spinning tops incorrectly. Barky illustrates how to find the center of a circle by drawing diameters, and helps him complete the tops. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:10 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process. 22:20 The Seasons Of Yamato 22:25 Ukiyoe Edo-life With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki. 22:30 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 September 20, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 22:57 Sumopedia 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:10 Japan's Top Inventions The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: car navigation systems & vapor heat treatment systems. 23:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey When disaster strikes, it can be hard to find people trapped under rubble, while fire, volcanic eruption, or nuclear accidents may bar entry entirely. That's where disaster response robots can help. 23:55 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 "Nendore Nandore Mr. Clay!", etc.
2024-09-21 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:10 Documentary 360 Pianist Fuzjko Hemming passed away this year, at 92, after a rich but tumultuous life. We follow the artist's final years, where she tirelessly pursues her art while battling illness at the very end. 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:10 Nhk World-japan Special Program 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:10 Sumo 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:10 Cycle Around Japan 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:10 Today's Close-up 04:40 The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates. 04:50 Let's enjoy Math with Barky the Dog A toymaker is confused by Numbler and attaches the stems of his spinning tops incorrectly. Barky illustrates how to find the center of a circle by drawing diameters, and helps him complete the tops. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:10 Japan's Top Inventions The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: car navigation systems & vapor heat treatment systems. 05:40 The World Heritage Sites In Japan 05:55 The Seasons Of Yamato 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:10 Documentary 360 Pianist Fuzjko Hemming passed away this year, at 92, after a rich but tumultuous life. We follow the artist's final years, where she tirelessly pursues her art while battling illness at the very end. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:10 Nhk World-japan Special Program 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:10 Biz Stream This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan and around the world. 08:40 The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates. 08:50 Let's enjoy Math with Barky the Dog A toymaker is confused by Numbler and attaches the stems of his spinning tops incorrectly. Barky illustrates how to find the center of a circle by drawing diameters, and helps him complete the tops. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:10 Hometown Stories 09:40 Core Kyoto Mini Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods. 09:45 Wild Hokkaido ! 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:10 Framing Everyday Moments 10:15 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process. 10:25 The Seasons Of Yamato 10:30 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 September 21, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 10:57 Sumopedia 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:10 Cycle Around Japan 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:10 Documentary 360 Pianist Fuzjko Hemming passed away this year, at 92, after a rich but tumultuous life. We follow the artist's final years, where she tirelessly pursues her art while battling illness at the very end. 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:10 Nhk World-japan Special Program 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:10 Cycle Around Japan 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:10 Biz Stream This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan and around the world. 15:40 The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates. 15:50 Let's enjoy Math with Barky the Dog A toymaker is confused by Numbler and attaches the stems of his spinning tops incorrectly. Barky illustrates how to find the center of a circle by drawing diameters, and helps him complete the tops. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:10 Hometown Stories 16:40 Core Kyoto Mini Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods. 16:45 Wild Hokkaido ! 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:10 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Bananas in Japan visit a plantation in one of the country's snowiest regions, and learn how sweetness is carefully developed in large Tokyo warehouses during the import process. 17:20 The Seasons Of Yamato 17:25 Ukiyoe Edo-life With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki. 17:30 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 September 21, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 17:57 Sumopedia 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:10 INNOVATIVE INVESTIGATIONS In Japan, there are almost daily reports of voyeurism and sexual abuse targeting children. This two-part series turns a spotlight on a disturbing threat looming at the edges of society. 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:10 Broadcasters' Eye 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:10 Biz Stream This upbeat program combines business and economic news with in-depth feature stories that give you a closer look at the latest trends within Japan and around the world. 20:40 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 2-2. 20:50 Japanology Plus Mini Japan has 9 million vacant homes. We investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalization. 20:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:10 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. 21:40 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. 21:50 Story Land in Classical Japanese This program presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature in both their original forms and modern translations, with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan 22:25 Time-lapse Japan The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time: Ainu Patterns. 22:30 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 September 21, Day 14 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 22:57 Sumopedia 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:10 Hometown Stories 23:40 Core Kyoto Mini Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods. 23:45 Wild Hokkaido !
2024-09-22 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:10 INNOVATIVE INVESTIGATIONS In Japan, there are almost daily reports of voyeurism and sexual abuse targeting children. This two-part series turns a spotlight on a disturbing threat looming at the edges of society. 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:10 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 2-2. 01:20 Japanology Plus Mini Japan has 9 million vacant homes. We investigate the issue of vacant homes in Japan and see how they're being used creatively to promote population growth and regional revitalization. 01:25 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki. 01:30 Sumo 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:10 Hometown Stories 03:40 Core Kyoto Mini Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods. 03:45 Wild Hokkaido ! 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:10 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. 04:40 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. 04:50 Story Land in Classical Japanese This program presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature in both their original forms and modern translations, with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:10 Somewhere Street Belgium's third-largest city, Ghent is located at the confluence of the Lys and Scheldt rivers. It's a town built by merchants who prospered due to river trade. Ghent is known as the "City of Art.". 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:10 INNOVATIVE INVESTIGATIONS In Japan, there are almost daily reports of voyeurism and sexual abuse targeting children. This two-part series turns a spotlight on a disturbing threat looming at the edges of society. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:10 Broadcasters' Eye 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:10 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. 08:40 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. 08:50 Story Land in Classical Japanese This program presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature in both their original forms and modern translations, with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:10 J-Melo Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: idol group SKE48, who are marking their 15th anniversary; and Tomioka Ai, who's a university student and a singer-songwriter with an international fanbase. 09:40 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 "Nendore Nandore Mr. Clay!", etc. 09:45 Easy Japanese For Work Today: turning down a request for support politely. Wang Chihsun is a pastry chef at an American restaurant in Tokyo. In a roleplay challenge, he must turn down a busy coworker's request for help. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan 10:25 Time-lapse Japan The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time: Ainu Patterns. 10:30 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 September 22, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:10 Japan's Top Inventions The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: car navigation systems & vapor heat treatment systems. 11:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey When disaster strikes, it can be hard to find people trapped under rubble, while fire, volcanic eruption, or nuclear accidents may bar entry entirely. That's where disaster response robots can help. 11:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki. 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:10 INNOVATIVE INVESTIGATIONS In Japan, there are almost daily reports of voyeurism and sexual abuse targeting children. This two-part series turns a spotlight on a disturbing threat looming at the edges of society. 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:10 Broadcasters' Eye 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:10 J-Melo Join May J. for Japanese music! This week: idol group SKE48, who are marking their 15th anniversary; and Tomioka Ai, who's a university student and a singer-songwriter with an international fanbase. 14:40 Easy Japanese For Work Today: turning down a request for support politely. Wang Chihsun is a pastry chef at an American restaurant in Tokyo. In a roleplay challenge, he must turn down a busy coworker's request for help. 14:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki. 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:10 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. 15:40 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. 15:50 Story Land in Classical Japanese This program presents masterpieces of classical Japanese literature in both their original forms and modern translations, with easy-to-understand imagery that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:10 Japan's Top Inventions The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: car navigation systems & vapor heat treatment systems. 16:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey When disaster strikes, it can be hard to find people trapped under rubble, while fire, volcanic eruption, or nuclear accidents may bar entry entirely. That's where disaster response robots can help. 16:55 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 "Nendore Nandore Mr. Clay!", etc. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan 17:25 Time-lapse Japan The Ainu: indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time: Ainu Patterns. 17:30 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 September 22, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.