2026-02-03 00:30 No listing available 02:00 No listing available 02:30 Dining With The Chef Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:30 Document 72 Hours A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:30 Medical Frontiers Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:30 Deeper Look from NY An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on a current-affairs topics. 05:45 Dig More Japan! From natural splendor, to seasonal delicacies and traditional culture, we dig a little deeper into all that Hokkaido has to offer! 05:55 Dining with the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Spoon-molded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!! 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 06:30 Journeys in Japan Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula(Hokkaido) to film a mysterious fire festival. 07:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:30 Dining With The Chef Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:30 Document 72 Hours A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:30 Deeper Look from NY An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on a current-affairs topics. 09:45 BOSAI 2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. We look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:30 Medical Frontiers Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health. 11:00 NHK News 7 News 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 11:30 Journeys in Japan Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula(Hokkaido) to film a mysterious fire festival. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 12:28 Direct Talk World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action. 12:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo In squid-loving Japan, spear squid is immensely popular. Tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savor some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 13:30 Dining With The Chef Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:30 Document 72 Hours A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 15:30 Science View From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another! 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:30 Journeys in Japan Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula(Hokkaido) to film a mysterious fire festival. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:30 Deeper Look from NY An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on a current-affairs topics. 17:45 Dig More Japan! From natural splendor, to seasonal delicacies and traditional culture, we dig a little deeper into all that Hokkaido has to offer! 17:55 Dining with the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Spoon-molded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!! 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:30 Dining With The Chef Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 19:28 Direct Talk World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action. 19:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo In squid-loving Japan, spear squid is immensely popular. Tag along with fishers in Hokkaido and savor some regional cuisine, fresh sushi, and a special take on a beloved Italian-inspired inky dish. 19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos. 20:00 Today's Close-Up Japan's 36,000 minpaku private lodgings face a crackdown as Shinjuku and Osaka tighten rules. From investment and tourism to community assets, we examine the future of a system under pressure. 20:30 Document 72 Hours A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:30 Science View From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another! 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:30 Journeys in Japan Cinematographer Andrzej Rudz visits the Shakotan Peninsula(Hokkaido) to film a mysterious fire festival. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:30 Dining With The Chef Chef Saito teaches you how to cook two classic Japanese squid dishes: simmered squid and stir-fried squid. By following his techniques, you can easily enjoy simple yet flavorful squid dishes at home.
2026-02-04 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:30 Deeper Look from NY An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on a current-affairs topics. 00:45 Dig More Japan! From natural splendor, to seasonal delicacies and traditional culture, we dig a little deeper into all that Hokkaido has to offer! 00:55 Dining with the Chef Mini Featured recipe: Spoon-molded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!! 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:30 Dive in Tokyo The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:30 Direct Talk The architect Sejima Kazuyo has won global attention for her delicate style, breaking from the norm to achieve free, open spaces. She explains her architectural philosophy. 02:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:30 Frontrunners Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:30 Science View From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another! 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:30 Kabuki Kool This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 06:30 Dive in Tokyo The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community. 07:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:30 Direct Talk The architect Sejima Kazuyo has won global attention for her delicate style, breaking from the norm to achieve free, open spaces. She explains her architectural philosophy. 07:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:30 Frontrunners Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:30 Kabuki Kool This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:30 Science View From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another! 11:00 NHK News 7 News 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 11:30 Dive in Tokyo The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 12:28 Direct Talk Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony. 12:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Peaches take the spotlight. From June to October, new varieties appear every two weeks, letting people enjoy them for months. Big, sweet, and juicy discover the charm of Japan's finest peaches. 12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. We learn that regular bathing was an essential part of life for the townspeople. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 13:30 Direct Talk The architect Sejima Kazuyo has won global attention for her delicate style, breaking from the norm to achieve free, open spaces. She explains her architectural philosophy. 13:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:30 Frontrunners Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 15:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakasagi - small, 10-cm fish - are the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drill holes in an icy lake for some line fishing, and meet fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:30 Dive in Tokyo The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:30 Kabuki Kool This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:30 Direct Talk The architect Sejima Kazuyo has won global attention for her delicate style, breaking from the norm to achieve free, open spaces. She explains her architectural philosophy. 18:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 19:28 Direct Talk Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony. 19:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Peaches take the spotlight. From June to October, new varieties appear every two weeks, letting people enjoy them for months. Big, sweet, and juicy discover the charm of Japan's finest peaches. 19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE A mother and daughter brave the rain to visit their local bathhouse, exchanging words with a young girl along the way. We learn that regular bathing was an essential part of life for the townspeople. 20:00 Science View From regulating the body's internal clock, to possibly curing Parkinson's disease, mushrooms have been revealing one amazing ability after another! 20:30 Frontrunners Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakasagi - small, 10-cm fish - are the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drill holes in an icy lake for some line fishing, and meet fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts. 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:30 Dive in Tokyo The Setagaya Line is a small but central streetcar line in Setagaya Ward. Join us as we explore a 450-year-old flea market, visit a temple brimming with cats, and meet members of the community. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:30 Direct Talk The architect Sejima Kazuyo has won global attention for her delicate style, breaking from the norm to achieve free, open spaces. She explains her architectural philosophy. 23:45 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs.
2026-02-05 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:30 Kabuki Kool This time, a fantastic dance play "The Snowbound Barrier" from the 18th c. with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:30 Core Kyoto Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:30 Japanology Plus Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakasagi - small, 10-cm fish - are the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drill holes in an icy lake for some line fishing, and meet fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:30 Outside In Norwegian sociolinguist Goran Vaage investigates Japanese laughter, or warai. He analyzes how comedy is ingrained into communication in everyday life and plays a vital role in social connection. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 06:30 Core Kyoto Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity. 07:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:30 Japanology Plus Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:30 Outside In Norwegian sociolinguist Goran Vaage investigates Japanese laughter, or warai. He analyzes how comedy is ingrained into communication in everyday life and plays a vital role in social connection. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakasagi - small, 10-cm fish - are the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drill holes in an icy lake for some line fishing, and meet fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts. 11:00 NHK News 7 News 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 11:30 Core Kyoto Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 12:28 Direct Talk Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective. She talks about her message for modern audiences. 12:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Nira, with its garlic-like pungency and ability to boost stamina, is a true star. Visit a production site to marvel at nira's vitality and see how the ingredient can be used in a wide range of dishes. 12:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 13:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:30 Japanology Plus Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 15:30 Japan Railway Journal Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:30 Core Kyoto Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:30 Outside In Norwegian sociolinguist Goran Vaage investigates Japanese laughter, or warai. He analyzes how comedy is ingrained into communication in everyday life and plays a vital role in social connection. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 19:28 Direct Talk Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective. She talks about her message for modern audiences. 19:43 Trails to Oishii Tokyo Nira, with its garlic-like pungency and ability to boost stamina, is a true star. Visit a production site to marvel at nira's vitality and see how the ingredient can be used in a wide range of dishes. 19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE A full moon shines above a bustling neighborhood. Featured prominently are kabuki theaters...on hiatus. Still, people have come out to take in the nightlife, and hopefully a celebrity sighting or two. 20:00 Hometown Stories An energetic mix of brewers strives to enliven the sake scene in Tochigi Prefecture, a place not well known for its breweries. With pride and innovation, they bring new life to an ancient tradition. 20:30 Japanology Plus Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:30 Japan Railway Journal Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models. 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:30 Core Kyoto Flora is integral to traditional and modern Kyoto life. Japan's oldest public botanical garden which celebrates its centennial and a medicinal plant garden preserve rare plants for posterity. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
2026-02-06 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:30 Outside In Norwegian sociolinguist Goran Vaage investigates Japanese laughter, or warai. He analyzes how comedy is ingrained into communication in everyday life and plays a vital role in social connection. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today - a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:30 Gunmachan Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity, and explore the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture, and specialties. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:30 Japan Railway Journal Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:30 Seasoning the Seasons This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 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 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 08:00 Newsline Asia 24 NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:30 Gunmachan Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity, and explore the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture, and specialties. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:30 Document 72 Hours A yakiniku grilled meat restaurant in Tokyo's busy Shinbashi district is tailored to solo diners. Why do these customers prefer to eat alone? For three days, we got down to the meat of the matter. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:30 Japan Railway Journal Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models. 11:00 NHK News 7 News 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. 11:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today - a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 12:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 12:28 Direct Talk Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specializing in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft. His knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness. 12:43 Impacts: Climates Change the World Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometers in their return journey across the North Pacific. Global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action. 12:55 In pursuit of sustainable fashion Shocked by what he saw in India's textile industry, Aditya travelled to Japan to find a better way to produce fabric. He works with a start-up that's hoping to change how we create clothes. 13:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 13:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:30 Gunmachan Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity, and explore the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture, and specialties. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 15:30 Design X Stories Crafts, fashion, products, buildings, and food: explore a diverse range of Japanese designs and the ideas and values of their creators. Our presenters visit designers at work to reveal new stories. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today - a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:30 Frontrunners Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives. 19:00 Newsroom Tokyo NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. 19:28 Direct Talk Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specializing in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft. His knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness. 19:43 Impacts: Climates Change the World Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometers in their return journey across the North Pacific. Global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action. 19:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE We visit a store selling folding fans, where a young customer is having trouble making up his mind. The accessories were popular because the shape of the open fan symbolized increasing prosperity. 20:00 Medical Frontiers Interval Walking Training, developed in Japan, is attracting global attention. The latest scientific findings show that alternating between fast walking and slow walking promotes health. 20:30 Gunmachan Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity, and explore the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture, and specialties. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:30 Design X Stories Crafts, fashion, products, buildings, and food: explore a diverse range of Japanese designs and the ideas and values of their creators. Our presenters visit designers at work to reveal new stories. 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:30 Asia Insight An in-depth look at the realities of Asia today - a dynamic region which faces political, economic, cultural, and technological change. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:30 Today's Close-Up Dig deeper into current affairs. Cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
2026-02-07 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:10 In pursuit of sustainable fashion Shocked by what he saw in India's textile industry, Aditya travelled to Japan to find a better way to produce fabric. He works with a start-up that's hoping to change how we create clothes. 00:15 Japan's Top Inventions Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. 00:30 Japanology Plus Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:10 Documentary 360 A diver, Fujita Hisao has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:10 The Hokkaido Watershed Traverse A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido. This documentary chronicles his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:10 Train Cruise Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. 03:55 Japanology Plus Mini Throughout Japan's history, the waxing and waning moon has been loved, cherished, and given many special names. We explore the moon's continuing significance in agriculture, fishing, and daily life. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:10 Design X Stories Crafts, fashion, products, buildings, and food: explore a diverse range of Japanese designs and the ideas and values of their creators. Our presenters visit designers at work to reveal new stories. 04:40 Design Ah neo 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 Ears. 04:50 Mitateru-phose This program employs "mitateru," a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:10 Samurai Wisdom Whether outnumbered or laying siege to a seemingly impenetrable fortress, master strategist Kuroda Kanbei used his wits to win on the battlefield. 05:40 Magical Japanese The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is business. 05:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan At Hibuse Matsuri, the Fire Prevention Festival, men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire. At this event held in January, bonfires and sake help to keep people warm. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 06:10 Ethical Every Day Eco-friendly materials have the potential to reduce CO2 emissions. We look at a major brand using renewable plant fibers for new threads, useful items made from fruit and vegetable waste, and more! 06:40 BOSAI From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster preparedness technology is safeguarding Japan's irreplaceable cultural properties. 06:55 Design Museum Japan Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown. 07:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:10 Documentary 360 A diver, Fujita Hisao has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets. 08:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:10 The Hokkaido Watershed Traverse A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido. This documentary chronicles his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:10 Samurai Wisdom Whether outnumbered or laying siege to a seemingly impenetrable fortress, master strategist Kuroda Kanbei used his wits to win on the battlefield. 09:40 Magical Japanese The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is business. 09:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan At Hibuse Matsuri, the Fire Prevention Festival, men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire. At this event held in January, bonfires and sake help to keep people warm. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:10 Design X Stories Crafts, fashion, products, buildings, and food: explore a diverse range of Japanese designs and the ideas and values of their creators. Our presenters visit designers at work to reveal new stories. 10:40 Design Ah neo 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 Ears. 10:50 Mitateru-phose This program employs "mitateru," a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity. 11:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 11:10 Train Cruise Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. 11:55 Japanology Plus Mini Throughout Japan's history, the waxing and waning moon has been loved, cherished, and given many special names. We explore the moon's continuing significance in agriculture, fishing, and daily life. 12:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 12:10 Ethical Every Day Eco-friendly materials have the potential to reduce CO2 emissions. We look at a major brand using renewable plant fibers for new threads, useful items made from fruit and vegetable waste, and more! 12:40 BOSAI From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster preparedness technology is safeguarding Japan's irreplaceable cultural properties. 12:55 Design Museum Japan Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown. 13:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 13:10 Documentary 360 A diver, Fujita Hisao has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:10 The Hokkaido Watershed Traverse A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido. This documentary chronicles his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 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 Design Ah neo 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 Ears. 15:50 Mitateru-phose This program employs "mitateru," a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:10 Train Cruise Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. 16:55 Japanology Plus Mini Throughout Japan's history, the waxing and waning moon has been loved, cherished, and given many special names. We explore the moon's continuing significance in agriculture, fishing, and daily life. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:10 Samurai Wisdom Whether outnumbered or laying siege to a seemingly impenetrable fortress, master strategist Kuroda Kanbei used his wits to win on the battlefield. 17:40 Magical Japanese The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is business. 17:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan At Hibuse Matsuri, the Fire Prevention Festival, men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire. At this event held in January, bonfires and sake help to keep people warm. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:10 Ethical Every Day Eco-friendly materials have the potential to reduce CO2 emissions. We look at a major brand using renewable plant fibers for new threads, useful items made from fruit and vegetable waste, and more! 18:40 BOSAI From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster preparedness technology is safeguarding Japan's irreplaceable cultural properties. 18:55 Design Museum Japan Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown. 19:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 19:10 Documentary 360 A diver, Fujita Hisao has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets. 20:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 20:10 The Hokkaido Watershed Traverse A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido. This documentary chronicles his journey as he confronts the harsh nature and examines his life. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:10 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. 21:40 Design Ah neo 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 Ears. 21:50 Mitateru-phose This program employs "mitateru," a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity. 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:10 Train Cruise Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. 22:55 Japanology Plus Mini Throughout Japan's history, the waxing and waning moon has been loved, cherished, and given many special names. We explore the moon's continuing significance in agriculture, fishing, and daily life. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:10 Ethical Every Day Eco-friendly materials have the potential to reduce CO2 emissions. We look at a major brand using renewable plant fibers for new threads, useful items made from fruit and vegetable waste, and more! 23:40 BOSAI From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster preparedness technology is safeguarding Japan's irreplaceable cultural properties. 23:55 Design Museum Japan Sato Taku (Graphic designer) visits Miyazaki. The crowded signs of local bars inspire Sato to reconsider the conventions of modern design, and embrace the appeal of the unknown.
2026-02-08 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:10 Samurai Wisdom Whether outnumbered or laying siege to a seemingly impenetrable fortress, master strategist Kuroda Kanbei used his wits to win on the battlefield. 00:40 Magical Japanese The Manyoshu is the oldest extant anthology of Japanese poetry. Through poems presented in both manga and modern settings, we glimpse sentiments from centuries ago. The topic this time is business. 00:50 MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan At Hibuse Matsuri, the Fire Prevention Festival, men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire. At this event held in January, bonfires and sake help to keep people warm. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:10 Documentary 360 NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:10 GRAND SUMO Legends Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:10 J-Melo Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA. 03:40 Little Charo This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5. 03:50 Japanology Plus Mini Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home. 03:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan Matsuyama City was once home to author Natsume Soseki. Two cats living there show us a beautiful garden and other historical scenery. At a temple, a cat gets breakfast from a monk and naps in a tree. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:10 Cycle Around Japan A ride through Hokkaido in early summer. We meet an artisan teaching handicrafts of the indigenous Ainu to the next generation, and a legendary trainer of an unusual horse race. 04:40 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 Texico Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 05:10 Somewhere Street Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa. 06:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 06:10 NHK WORLD TV Special Program 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 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 06:30 Easy Japanese for Work This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately. 06:45 Zero Waste Life At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone. 07:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 07:10 Documentary 360 NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond. 08:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 08:10 GRAND SUMO Legends Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity. 09:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 09:10 Somewhere Street Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa. 10:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 10:10 Cycle Around Japan A ride through Hokkaido in early summer. We meet an artisan teaching handicrafts of the indigenous Ainu to the next generation, and a legendary trainer of an unusual horse race. 10:40 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. 10:50 Texico Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation. 11:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 11:10 J-Melo Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA. 11:40 Little Charo This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5. 11:50 Japanology Plus Mini Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home. 11:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan Matsuyama City was once home to author Natsume Soseki. Two cats living there show us a beautiful garden and other historical scenery. At a temple, a cat gets breakfast from a monk and naps in a tree. 12:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 12:10 NHK WORLD TV Special Program 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 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 12:30 Easy Japanese for Work This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately. 12:45 Zero Waste Life At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone. 13:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 13:10 Documentary 360 NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond. 14:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 14:10 GRAND SUMO Legends Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity. 15:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 15:10 Cycle Around Japan A ride through Hokkaido in early summer. We meet an artisan teaching handicrafts of the indigenous Ainu to the next generation, and a legendary trainer of an unusual horse race. 15:40 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 Texico Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation. 16:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 16:10 J-Melo Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a female duo with over 600 million video views: HIMEHINA. 16:40 Little Charo This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5. 16:50 Japanology Plus Mini Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home. 16:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan Matsuyama City was once home to author Natsume Soseki. Two cats living there show us a beautiful garden and other historical scenery. At a temple, a cat gets breakfast from a monk and naps in a tree. 17:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 17:10 Somewhere Street Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa. 18:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 18:10 NHK WORLD TV Special Program 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 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 18:30 Easy Japanese for Work This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately. 18:45 Zero Waste Life At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone. 19:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 19:10 Documentary 360 NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship documentary series offers must-see episodes on politics, the economy, social trends, science and the environment in Japan and beyond. 20:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 20:10 GRAND SUMO Legends Late Yokozuna Chiyonofuji overcame shoulder injuries and achieved immense success due to his rigorous training. We look back on his technique, dedication to family, and strength through adversity. 21:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 21:10 Cycle Around Japan A ride through Hokkaido in early summer. We meet an artisan teaching handicrafts of the indigenous Ainu to the next generation, and a legendary trainer of an unusual horse race. 21:40 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 Texico Learn the principles of programming without a computer. Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of 5 core processes: analysis, combination, generalization, abstraction, and simulation. 22:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 22:10 J-Melo Japan's exciting music scene! Pop, rock, traditional and more! Live performances, artist interviews, plus all the latest news. 22:40 Little Charo This program is an animation series about a Japanese dog, Charo. He meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of Northern Japan as he searches for eight star talismans. Tohoku series 1-5. 22:50 Japanology Plus Mini Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. We look at the history and evolution of this space at the heart of every Japanese home. 22:55 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. 23:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 23:10 NHK WORLD TV Special Program 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 Miyama is famous for its roof thatching tradition. The town of Hanase continues to serve the local specialty, foraged, wild-food cuisine. 23:30 Easy Japanese for Work This time: relaying messages. Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2018. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately. 23:45 Zero Waste Life At Yoshimura Mayu's atelier anyone can come in and make clothes. The materials are discards from industry and major brands. And working together leads to great ideas they couldn't come up with alone.
2026-02-09 00:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 00:10 Somewhere Street Bari is a port town located at the heel of the Italian peninsula. An important hub of commerce since the time of ancient Rome, it's known for welcoming people of diverse cultures from Asia and Africa. 01:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 01:10 Chatroom Japan Chatroom Japan puts a spotlight on our diverse international community.We report on the issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan. 01:15 Impacts: Climates Change the World Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometers in their return journey across the North Pacific. Global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action. 01:25 Short Program NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia. 01:30 Where We Call Home People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society. 02:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 02:10 KAIZOKU The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea. We explore their history and legacy, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time, Nii Oshima Island. 02:15 BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life Japan has a long history of natural disasters. BOSAI explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science. 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 hair. Explore the unique culture behind them. 02:40 Easy Japanese #10 How much is this hair dryer? / To ask the price of something in front of you, say "kono," meaning "this," followed by the item's name and "wa ikura desu ka." 02:45 BOSAI What preparations are needed to protect children in the event of a disaster? This episode considers not only their physical safety, but also their mental well-being during stressful evacuation. 02:55 Hello! NHK World Japan We intorduce the contents and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN to make the station and programs known to more people all over the world. This is the window of the station to the world. 03:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 03:30 Seasoning the Seasons This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. 04:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. 04:30 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. 05:00 NHK Newsline NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.