2026-03-22 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:10 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bow and arrow. Explore the unique culture behind them. 00:20 The Seasons Of Yamato 00:25 Ukiyoe Edo-life We journey to a sacred mountain where pilgrims are purifying themselves in a waterfall before moving on. Some of them have even brought along offerings. And it turns out they have something to prove. 00:30 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 00:57 Sumopedia 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:10 Documentary 360 In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari,"a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:10 HIMARI: Journey of a Rising Violin Virtuoso Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:10 J-Melo Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! 03:40 Herbal Symphony 03:50 Japanology Plus Mini Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus."). 03:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard. 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:10 Anime Manga Explosion The spotlight's on MAO, the latest from manga legend Takahashi Rumiko. Featuring handwritten comments from Takahashi, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming anime and the team bringing it to life. 04:40 Texico 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan An astonishing 49 burial mounds of various shapes and sizes are scattered across Osaka. These 1,600-year-old mounds are the resting places of past rulers and elites. Research reveals new discoveries. 05:25 Time-lapse Japan Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place. 05:30 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 05:57 Sumopedia 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:10 Anime Pilgrims NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 06:25 Core Kyoto Mini The Maki-e lacquering technique uses gold dust on a jet-black background to dazzling effect. 06:30 Easy Japanese For Work This time: Asking how to pronounce names. Whang-san works at a trading company. To become a reliable businessman, he'll learn a valuable business manner, asking the pronunciation of a person's name. 06:45 Zero Waste Life Chiba is known for peanuts. Area leather goods seller Iijima Satoshi uses discarded peanut skins from local farmers to make synthetic leather that's eco-friendly, durable and very versatile. 07:00 NHK Newsline 07:10 Documentary 360 In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari,"a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan. 08:00 NHK Newsline 08:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan An astonishing 49 burial mounds of various shapes and sizes are scattered across Osaka. These 1,600-year-old mounds are the resting places of past rulers and elites. Research reveals new discoveries. 08:25 Time-lapse Japan Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place. 08:30 Grand Sumo Tournament Suivez des combats de sumo, un sport japonais vieux de plus de 1500 ans, et inspiré de la tradition religieuse shintoïste. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:10 Anime Manga Explosion The spotlight's on MAO, the latest from manga legend Takahashi Rumiko. Featuring handwritten comments from Takahashi, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming anime and the team bringing it to life. 10:40 Texico 11:00 NHK Newsline 11:10 J-Melo Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! 11:40 Herbal Symphony 11:50 Japanology Plus Mini Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus."). 11:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard. 12:00 NHK Newsline 12:10 Anime Pilgrims NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 12:25 Core Kyoto Mini Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts. 12:30 Easy Japanese For Work This time: Asking how to pronounce names. Whang-san works at a trading company. To become a reliable businessman, he'll learn a valuable business manner, asking the pronunciation of a person's name. 12:45 Zero Waste Life Chiba is known for peanuts. Area leather goods seller Iijima Satoshi uses discarded peanut skins from local farmers to make synthetic leather that's eco-friendly, durable and very versatile. 13:00 NHK Newsline 13:10 Documentary 360 In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari,"a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:10 HIMARI: Journey of a Rising Violin Virtuoso Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:10 Anime Manga Explosion The spotlight's on MAO, the latest from manga legend Takahashi Rumiko. Featuring handwritten comments from Takahashi, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming anime and the team bringing it to life. 15:40 Texico 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:10 J-Melo Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! 16:40 Herbal Symphony 16:50 Japanology Plus Mini Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus."). 16:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan An astonishing 49 burial mounds of various shapes and sizes are scattered across Osaka. These 1,600-year-old mounds are the resting places of past rulers and elites. Research reveals new discoveries. 17:25 Time-lapse Japan Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place. 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:10 Anime Pilgrims NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 18:25 Core Kyoto Mini Watch a professional furniture cleaner return a chest of draws to its former glory. 18:30 Easy Japanese For Work This time: Asking how to pronounce names. Whang-san works at a trading company. To become a reliable businessman, he'll learn a valuable business manner, asking the pronunciation of a person's name. 18:45 Zero Waste Life Chiba is known for peanuts. Area leather goods seller Iijima Satoshi uses discarded peanut skins from local farmers to make synthetic leather that's eco-friendly, durable and very versatile. 19:00 NHK Newsline 19:10 Documentary 360 In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari,"a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan. 20:00 NHK Newsline 20:10 HIMARI: Journey of a Rising Violin Virtuoso Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:10 Anime Manga Explosion The spotlight's on MAO, the latest from manga legend Takahashi Rumiko. Featuring handwritten comments from Takahashi, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming anime and the team bringing it to life. 21:40 Texico 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:10 J-Melo Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! 22:40 Herbal Symphony 22:50 Japanology Plus Mini Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus."). 22:55 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard. 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:10 Anime Pilgrims NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a wide range of programs from news, current affairs, documentaries, etc. focusing on Japan and Asia. 23:25 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. 23:30 Easy Japanese For Work This time: Asking how to pronounce names. Whang-san works at a trading company. To become a reliable businessman, he'll learn a valuable business manner, asking the pronunciation of a person's name. 23:45 Zero Waste Life Chiba is known for peanuts. Area leather goods seller Iijima Satoshi uses discarded peanut skins from local farmers to make synthetic leather that's eco-friendly, durable and very versatile.
2026-03-23 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:10 The World Heritage Sites In Japan An astonishing 49 burial mounds of various shapes and sizes are scattered across Osaka. These 1,600-year-old mounds are the resting places of past rulers and elites. Research reveals new discoveries. 00:25 Time-lapse Japan Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place. 00:30 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:10 Chatroom Japan Maxine is a university student. She joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school. This experience changed her life. 01:15 IMPACTS: Climates Change the World NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia. 01:25 Design Museum Japan Yamanashi / Shibata Fumie (product designer) "Kaiki" is a thin, brightly colored silk fabric. Shibata discovers how threads are arranged to produce a layered effect that resembles a digital image. 01:30 A Mile in Your Shoes We look at the efforts of Israeli-American robotics expert Tamir Blum, who develops AI robots that will help Japanese agriculture deal with issues such as labor shortages and the aging population. 01:55 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Seri, or Japanese parsley, is in season from winter to spring. It's a key source of nutrition during (Japan's) cold winter months, when most other veggies are out of season. 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:10 Time-lapse Japan The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 BC. We examine various aspects of Jomon society, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Lacquer. 02:15 Bosai: An Educational Journey Bear encounters are happening more frequently all over Japan. We'll look at new technologies to reduce the danger they pose, such as GPS tracking and an AI model that predicts bear encounters. 02:30 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the number eight. Explore the unique culture behind them. 02:40 Easy Japanese #13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see). 02:45 Culture Crossroads 02:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Throughout the month, NHK World-Japan will show programs looking at the present and future of the disaster-hit areas. 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:30 Seasoning the Seasons 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:30 Biz Stream 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:30 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 ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:30 A Mile in Your Shoes We look at the efforts of Israeli-American robotics expert Tamir Blum, who develops AI robots that will help Japanese agriculture deal with issues such as labor shortages and the aging population. 06:55 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Seri, or Japanese parsley, is in season from winter to spring. It's a key source of nutrition during (Japan's) cold winter months, when most other veggies are out of season. 07:00 Newsline Asia 24 07:30 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the number eight. Explore the unique culture behind them. 07:40 Easy Japanese #13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see). 07:45 Culture Crossroads 07:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Throughout the month, NHK World-Japan will show programs looking at the present and future of the disaster-hit areas. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 08:30 Seasoning the Seasons 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:30 Grand Sumo Highlights NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ). 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:30 Biz Stream 11:00 NHK News 7 11:30 A Mile in Your Shoes We look at the efforts of Israeli-American robotics expert Tamir Blum, who develops AI robots that will help Japanese agriculture deal with issues such as labor shortages and the aging population. 11:55 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Seri, or Japanese parsley, is in season from winter to spring. It's a key source of nutrition during (Japan's) cold winter months, when most other veggies are out of season. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo 12:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 12:43 Century Signboards Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques, passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. More women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs. 12:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron, while a jester attempts to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo 13:30 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the number eight. Explore the unique culture behind them. 13:40 Easy Japanese #13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see). 13:45 Culture Crossroads 13:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Throughout the month, NHK World-Japan will show programs looking at the present and future of the disaster-hit areas. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:30 Seasoning the Seasons 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:30 Medical Frontiers A new treatment for irregular heartbeats, pulsed field ablation, or PFA, reduces patient burden and offers high success rates. We also explore a food component that may help prevent the condition. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:30 A Mile in Your Shoes We look at the efforts of Israeli-American robotics expert Tamir Blum, who develops AI robots that will help Japanese agriculture deal with issues such as labor shortages and the aging population. 16:55 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Seri, or Japanese parsley, is in season from winter to spring. It's a key source of nutrition during (Japan's) cold winter months, when most other veggies are out of season. 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:30 Hometown Stories 17:57 Satoyama Kitchen Diary 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:30 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the number eight. Explore the unique culture behind them. 18:40 Easy Japanese #13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see). 18:45 Culture Crossroads 18:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Throughout the month, NHK World-Japan will show programs looking at the present and future of the disaster-hit areas. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo 19:28 Direct Talk Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. 19:43 Century Signboards Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques, passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. More women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs. 19:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life In Yoshiwara, a high-ranking courtesan tends to a patron, while a jester attempts to entertain with an eccentric costume, hinting at the Edo townspeople's affinity for cosplay. 20:00 Backstage Japan Millions of people pass through Narita International Airport every year, unaware of the systems that ensure their safety and comfort. We'll dive into this hidden, complex world. 20:30 Seasoning the Seasons 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:30 Medical Frontiers A new treatment for irregular heartbeats, pulsed field ablation, or PFA, reduces patient burden and offers high success rates. We also explore a food component that may help prevent the condition. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:30 A Mile in Your Shoes We look at the efforts of Israeli-American robotics expert Tamir Blum, who develops AI robots that will help Japanese agriculture deal with issues such as labor shortages and the aging population. 22:55 Trails To Oishii Tokyo Mini Seri, or Japanese parsley, is in season from winter to spring. It's a key source of nutrition during (Japan's) cold winter months, when most other veggies are out of season. 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:30 Magical Japanese The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to the number eight. Explore the unique culture behind them. 23:40 Easy Japanese #13 I want to see the snow. / To say what you want to do, replace the "masu" ending of a verb with "tai desu." For example, "mimasu" (to see) becomes "mitai desu" (to want to see). 23:45 Culture Crossroads 23:55 Hello! NHK World-Japan March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Throughout the month, NHK World-Japan will show programs looking at the present and future of the disaster-hit areas.
2026-03-24 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:30 Hometown Stories 00:57 Satoyama Kitchen Diary 01:00 NHK Newsline 01:30 Journeys in Japan 02:00 NHK Newsline 02:30 Dining with the Chef Chef Rika makes oyakodon, a Japanese dish of chicken and eggs simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, served over rice. She demonstrates a clever technique for making the eggs soft and golden. 03:00 NHK Newsline 03:30 Document 72 Hours Many customers at a drive-through restaurant in Niigata Prefecture order "Italian" - fried noodles topped with meat sauce. For three days, we asked them why this comfort food always hits the spot. 04:00 NHK Newsline 04:30 Medical Frontiers A new treatment for irregular heartbeats, pulsed field ablation, or PFA, reduces patient burden and offers high success rates. We also explore a food component that may help prevent the condition. 05:00 NHK Newsline 05:30 Deeper Look At a pivotal moment for Japan-US ties, what role does Japan Society play in enhancing cultural understanding? President & CEO Joshua Walker explains. 05:45 Dig More Japan! People overcoming obstacles with support from individuals, businesses, and society. Let's dig a little deeper into a world without boundaries! 05:55 Dining With the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Two Types of Coffee Jelly Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! 06:00 NHK Newsline 06:30 Journeys in Japan 07:00 Newsline Asia 24 07:30 Dining with the Chef Chef Rika makes oyakodon, a Japanese dish of chicken and eggs simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, served over rice. She demonstrates a clever technique for making the eggs soft and golden. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 08:30 Document 72 Hours Many customers at a drive-through restaurant in Niigata Prefecture order "Italian" - fried noodles topped with meat sauce. For three days, we asked them why this comfort food always hits the spot. 09:00 NHK Newsline 09:30 Deeper Look At a pivotal moment for Japan-US ties, what role does Japan Society play in enhancing cultural understanding? President & CEO Joshua Walker explains. 09:45 Bosai: An Educational Journey Bear encounters are happening more frequently all over Japan. We'll look at new technologies to reduce the danger they pose, such as GPS tracking and an AI model that predicts bear encounters. 10:00 NHK Newsline 10:30 Medical Frontiers A new treatment for irregular heartbeats, pulsed field ablation, or PFA, reduces patient burden and offers high success rates. We also explore a food component that may help prevent the condition. 11:00 NHK News 7 11:30 Journeys in Japan 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo 12:28 Direct Talk Fujimoto Akio's film "LOST LAND," about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honored at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for filmmaking. 12:43 National Parks Of Japan Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends. 12:48 A Culture Built With Wood The Hida region in Gifu Prefecture has some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and has been home to artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills, such as kigumi or wood joinery. 12:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life It's spring, and a group of young men and women have come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood. There's also love in the air. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo 13:30 Dining with the Chef Chef Rika makes oyakodon, a Japanese dish of chicken and eggs simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, served over rice. She demonstrates a clever technique for making the eggs soft and golden. 14:00 NHK Newsline 14:30 Document 72 Hours Many customers at a drive-through restaurant in Niigata Prefecture order "Italian" - fried noodles topped with meat sauce. For three days, we asked them why this comfort food always hits the spot. 15:00 NHK Newsline 15:30 Science View In this episode, a faster and more accurate weather radar system provides instantaneous full 3D images of storm cloud activity 10 km up into the sky, promising more precise weather forecasting. 16:00 NHK Newsline 16:30 Journeys in Japan 17:00 NHK Newsline 17:30 Deeper Look At a pivotal moment for Japan-US ties, what role does Japan Society play in enhancing cultural understanding? President & CEO Joshua Walker explains. 17:45 Dig More Japan! People overcoming obstacles with support from individuals, businesses, and society. Let's dig a little deeper into a world without boundaries! 17:55 Dining With the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Two Types of Coffee Jelly Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes! 18:00 NHK Newsline 18:30 Dining with the Chef Chef Rika makes oyakodon, a Japanese dish of chicken and eggs simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, served over rice. She demonstrates a clever technique for making the eggs soft and golden. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo 19:28 Direct Talk Fujimoto Akio's film "LOST LAND," about Rohingya siblings in a refugee camp who embark on a perilous journey, was honored at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. He talks about his passion for filmmaking. 19:43 National Parks Of Japan Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends. 19:48 A Culture Built With Wood The Hida region in Gifu Prefecture has some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and has been home to artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills, such as kigumi or wood joinery. 19:55 Ukiyoe Edo-life It's spring, and a group of young men and women have come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood. There's also love in the air. 20:00 A Cat's-eye View Of Japan This special program invites wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki to learn about his craft and the secret to a kitty's heart. Iwago and the cast discuss the incredible bond between humans and cats. 20:30 Document 72 Hours Many customers at a drive-through restaurant in Niigata Prefecture order "Italian" - fried noodles topped with meat sauce. For three days, we asked them why this comfort food always hits the spot. 21:00 NHK Newsline 21:30 Science View In this episode, a faster and more accurate weather radar system provides instantaneous full 3D images of storm cloud activity 10 km up into the sky, promising more precise weather forecasting. 22:00 NHK Newsline 22:30 Journeys in Japan 23:00 NHK Newsline 23:30 Dining with the Chef Chef Rika makes oyakodon, a Japanese dish of chicken and eggs simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, served over rice. She demonstrates a clever technique for making the eggs soft and golden.
2026-03-25 00:00 NHK Newsline 00:30 Deeper Look At a pivotal moment for Japan-US ties, what role does Japan Society play in enhancing cultural understanding? President & CEO Joshua Walker explains. 00:45 Dig More Japan! People overcoming obstacles with support from individuals, businesses, and society. Let's dig a little deeper into a world without boundaries! 00:55 Dining With the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Two Types of Coffee Jelly Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!