2026-02-19 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:30 Dive in Tokyo The Marunouchi district has repeatedly reinvented itself through large-scale development projects. We trace its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub. 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:30 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.". 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:30 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 02:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Capsule Figures. 03:00 Newsroom Tokyo 03:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 03:43 Short Program 03:48 Short Program 03:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. Who is the mysterious figure... and what is he doing? And why did the artist want to commemorate the moment? 04:00 Biz Stream Redefining Dental Care: This episode explores how new dental products and services are making a higher level of oral healthcare available to all. 04:30 Frontrunners 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:30 Dive in Tokyo The Marunouchi district has repeatedly reinvented itself through large-scale development projects. We trace its evolution from a samurai quarter to an office district to a sophisticated business hub. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:30 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 07:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Capsule Figures. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:30 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.". 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:30 Core Kyoto 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:30 Backstage Japan A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:30 Japanology Plus As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills. 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:30 Outside in Lost in Academia American sociologist Thomas Blackwood explores Japan's high school extracurricular activities, or bukatsu. It's a world where commitment outweighs winning, revealing a distinctive view of youth. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:30 Core Kyoto 15:00 Newsline Asia 24 15:30 Backstage Japan A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 16:00 Newsline Asia 24 16:30 Japanology Plus As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:30 Outside in Lost in Academia American sociologist Thomas Blackwood explores Japan's high school extracurricular activities, or bukatsu. It's a world where commitment outweighs winning, revealing a distinctive view of youth. 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo 19:00 NHK News 7 19:30 Core Kyoto 20:00 Newsroom Tokyo 20:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 20:43 Short Program 20:48 Short Program 20:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo? 21:00 Newsroom Tokyo 21:30 Backstage Japan A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:30 Japanology Plus As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills. 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:30 Japan Railway Journal In June 2024, Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president. With half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.
2026-02-20 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:30 Core Kyoto 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:30 Outside in Lost in Academia American sociologist Thomas Blackwood explores Japan's high school extracurricular activities, or bukatsu. It's a world where commitment outweighs winning, revealing a distinctive view of youth. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:30 Backstage Japan A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 03:00 Newsroom Tokyo 03:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 03:43 Short Program 03:48 Short Program 03:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life We observe "Red Fuji" and "Black Fuji," 2 dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain, captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mount Fuji mean to the people of Edo? 04:00 Hometown Stories 04:27 Satoyama Kitchen Diary At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery. 04:30 Japanology Plus As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:30 Japan Railway Journal In June 2024, Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president. With half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover. 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:30 Core Kyoto 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:30 Backstage Japan A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:30 Outside in Lost in Academia American sociologist Thomas Blackwood explores Japan's high school extracurricular activities, or bukatsu. It's a world where commitment outweighs winning, revealing a distinctive view of youth. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:30 Japan in Focus NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:30 Trailblazers We follow two women entrepreneurs who are using the experience and connections they gained as overseas cooperation volunteers to build businesses that solve social issues in developing countries. 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:30 Japan Railway Journal In June 2024, Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president. With half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover. 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:30 Seasoning the Seasons 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 15:00 Newsline Asia 24 15:30 Japan in Focus NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 16:00 Newsline Asia 24 16:30 Trailblazers We follow two women entrepreneurs who are using the experience and connections they gained as overseas cooperation volunteers to build businesses that solve social issues in developing countries. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:30 Document 72 Hours An apartment building in Kobe offers residents on-site care. The lounge is open to the public, and locals and kids gather to socialize. We spend three days in the comforting warmth of a shared home. 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:30 Japan Railway Journal In June 2024, Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president. With half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover. 19:00 NHK News 7 19:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 20:00 Newsroom Tokyo 20:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 20:43 IMPACTS: Climates Change the World Australia's "worst-ever" wildfires in 2019 had a devastating impact on endangered species, including koalas. We examine the cause of these fires and explore ways to minimize future catastrophes. 20:55 Chatroom Japan A Brazilian couple who moved to Shiga Prefecture, Japan, teaches taekwondo to children. Their efforts are helping kids develop more than just athletically. 21:00 Newsroom Tokyo 21:30 Japan in Focus NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:30 Trailblazers We follow two women entrepreneurs who are using the experience and connections they gained as overseas cooperation volunteers to build businesses that solve social issues in developing countries. 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Evolved Kawaii Design. An iconic facet of Japanese pop culture, Kawaii design charms people across borders. Explore the people and designs of a new dimension to a Japanese phenomenon.
2026-02-21 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:30 Frontrunners 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:30 Japan in Focus NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 03:00 Newsroom Tokyo 03:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 03:43 IMPACTS: Climates Change the World Australia's "worst-ever" wildfires in 2019 had a devastating impact on endangered species, including koalas. We examine the cause of these fires and explore ways to minimize future catastrophes. 03:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape. But there's something in the air: the aroma of foods both sweet and savory that helped the townspeople keep warm in the winter. 04:00 Medical Frontiers Age-related hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia, according to a report in the Lancet. In Japan, a unique rehabilitation program is helping people recognize words while wearing hearing aids. 04:30 Trailblazers We follow two women entrepreneurs who are using the experience and connections they gained as overseas cooperation volunteers to build businesses that solve social issues in developing countries. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:30 Design X Stories Today's theme: Evolved Kawaii Design. An iconic facet of Japanese pop culture, Kawaii design charms people across borders. Explore the people and designs of a new dimension to a Japanese phenomenon. 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today -- a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:30 Japan in Focus NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:10 Chatroom Japan A Brazilian couple who moved to Shiga Prefecture, Japan, teaches taekwondo to children. Their efforts are helping kids develop more than just athletically. 08:15 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Capsule Figures. 08:30 Japanology Plus As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:10 Why I'm At War Vlad has been deeply involved in the defense against Russia since 2014. He has recorded a great deal of his part in this effort. This is an emotional journey of a young Ukrainian for eight years. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:10 The Imperial Palace 10:53 National Parks Of Japan Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture. 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:10 Cycle Around Japan 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:10 Design X Stories Today's theme: Evolved Kawaii Design. An iconic facet of Japanese pop culture, Kawaii design charms people across borders. Explore the people and designs of a new dimension to a Japanese phenomenon. 12:40 Design Ah! Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Shells. 12:50 Mitateru-phose: Let's Change Perspectives! 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:10 Time And Tide 13:40 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to trees. Explore the unique culture behind them. 13:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky. Team members pour heart and soul into their efforts. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:10 Face to Face Face To Face is a talk show with the people making a difference in Japanese society today. The show's host is Robert Campbell, who is an expert in Japanese literature and culture. 14:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey In this episode, we'll look at how Sendai has transformed into a disaster-resilient city with its "multiple defenses" - countermeasures taken in its coastal area to minimize damage from a tsunami. 14:55 Design Museum Japan Akita / Koike Kazuko (creative director) Nishimonai Bon Odori Festival has continued for over 700 years. Koike finds timeless beauty in the costumes, remade using beloved family kimono. 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:10 Why I'm At War Vlad has been deeply involved in the defense against Russia since 2014. He has recorded a great deal of his part in this effort. This is an emotional journey of a young Ukrainian for eight years. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:10 Special Program 16:53 National Parks Of Japan Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:10 Time And Tide 17:40 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to trees. Explore the unique culture behind them. 17:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky. Team members pour heart and soul into their efforts. 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:10 Design X Stories Today's theme: Evolved Kawaii Design. An iconic facet of Japanese pop culture, Kawaii design charms people across borders. Explore the people and designs of a new dimension to a Japanese phenomenon. 18:40 Design Ah! Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Shells. 18:50 Mitateru-phose: Let's Change Perspectives! 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:10 Cycle Around Japan 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:10 Face to Face Face To Face is a talk show with the people making a difference in Japanese society today. The show's host is Robert Campbell, who is an expert in Japanese literature and culture. 20:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey In this episode, we'll look at how Sendai has transformed into a disaster-resilient city with its "multiple defenses" - countermeasures taken in its coastal area to minimize damage from a tsunami. 20:55 Design Museum Japan Akita / Koike Kazuko (creative director) Nishimonai Bon Odori Festival has continued for over 700 years. Koike finds timeless beauty in the costumes, remade using beloved family kimono. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:10 Why I'm At War Vlad has been deeply involved in the defense against Russia since 2014. He has recorded a great deal of his part in this effort. This is an emotional journey of a young Ukrainian for eight years. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:10 Special Program 22:53 National Parks Of Japan Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture. 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:10 Biz Stream 23:40 Design Ah! Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Shells. 23:50 Mitateru-phose: Let's Change Perspectives!
2026-02-22 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:10 Cycle Around Japan 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:10 Time And Tide 01:40 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to trees. Explore the unique culture behind them. 01:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky. Team members pour heart and soul into their efforts. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:10 Face to Face Face To Face is a talk show with the people making a difference in Japanese society today. The show's host is Robert Campbell, who is an expert in Japanese literature and culture. 02:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey In this episode, we'll look at how Sendai has transformed into a disaster-resilient city with its "multiple defenses" - countermeasures taken in its coastal area to minimize damage from a tsunami. 02:55 Design Museum Japan Akita / Koike Kazuko (creative director) Nishimonai Bon Odori Festival has continued for over 700 years. Koike finds timeless beauty in the costumes, remade using beloved family kimono. 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:10 Why I'm At War Vlad has been deeply involved in the defense against Russia since 2014. He has recorded a great deal of his part in this effort. This is an emotional journey of a young Ukrainian for eight years. 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:10 Special Program 04:53 National Parks Of Japan Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:10 Biz Stream 05:40 Design Ah! Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Shells. 05:50 Mitateru-phose: Let's Change Perspectives! 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:10 Cycle Around Japan 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:10 Face to Face Face To Face is a talk show with the people making a difference in Japanese society today. The show's host is Robert Campbell, who is an expert in Japanese literature and culture. 07:40 Bosai: An Educational Journey In this episode, we'll look at how Sendai has transformed into a disaster-resilient city with its "multiple defenses" - countermeasures taken in its coastal area to minimize damage from a tsunami. 07:55 Design Museum Japan Akita / Koike Kazuko (creative director) Nishimonai Bon Odori Festival has continued for over 700 years. Koike finds timeless beauty in the costumes, remade using beloved family kimono. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:10 Time And Tide 08:40 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to trees. Explore the unique culture behind them. 08:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Yoshida Ryusei, an October matsuri, features rockets called ryusei that are made by local teams and carry community prayers high in the sky. Team members pour heart and soul into their efforts.