2026-08-20 00:05 Trip to the Origin of Japan 00:10 JAPAN DELISH 00:15 Science Zero A scientific information program which explains the latest research, disasters and accidents from scientific aspects with a virtual set in the studio. 00:45 See, Learn, Explore--A Deep Travelogue in Tohoku Explore the unknown charms of the Tohoku region of northern Japan. 00:50 Fish Masters A variety program exploring the mysterious world of fish with the fish expert Sakana-kun. 01:20 Peek-a-Boo with Friends Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 01:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 01:59 1-Minute Anime: Songs for SDGs Let's learn about SDGs while singing along! A selected goal out of 17 will be introduced in each one-minute song with animation. 02:00 News 02:10 Kid's Discovery In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries. 02:25 Whiz-Kids TV In this brand-new series, the TV Warriors team up with viewers to raise and help a unique character evolve. Through a variety of challenges, the kids strive not to grow for the sake of someone else, but to grow for themselves. 02:55 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 03:00 NHK News 7 NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 04:15 Tohoku Local Information 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 All That's Left to Do Is Sleep: A Stroll in the Park About 20 years ago, Matayoshi, Kodama, and Mukai spent countless carefree days hanging out in parks, experiences that still inspire them today. This time, the trio visits Keihinjima Tsubasa Park, where they enjoy plane spotting, fishing, and easygoing conversation, bringing the relaxing atmosphere of a day in the park to viewers at home. 06:45 Ramen Japan 07:00 A Hundred-Year Journey Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries. 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available). 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Familiarization with Japanese Traditional Performing Arts The program introduces Japanese Traditional Performing Arts at a polite yet good pace to those who find them hard to approach. Familiarize yourself with the finest Japanese performing arts through talks from a beginner point of view while explaining a theme in an easy-to-understand way each time. 09:00 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing. 09:05 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing. 09:10 Ukiyoe Edo-life Let's look into the world of Ukiyoe to learn how people lived in Edo period! 09:15 Today's Cooking Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking. 09:40 Shogi Focus An up-to-date information on the recent matches of the Shogi competitions along with easy to understand explanation on the various moves and techniques. 10:05 Mini Program 10:10 Actor Koyuki and the Fermenting Master, Grandma Actor Koyuki loves fermented food, visits grandmas throughout Japan who are experts in making fermented foods, and learns recipes for local dishes she wants to pass down for the future generations. 10:40 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 10:45 Kid's Discovery In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries. 11:00 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:25 Hello! NHK World Japan Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience. 11:30 The Scent of the Wind 12:30 Tohoku Local Information 12:58 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 13:00 TV Exercise Short program to introduce physical exercise for the young and old. 13:10 Health for Today Difficult to understand medical care is easily explained in this program as well as tips on healthcare. 13:25 Actor Koyuki and the Fermenting Master, Grandma Actor Koyuki loves fermented food, visits grandmas throughout Japan who are experts in making fermented foods, and learns recipes for local dishes she wants to pass down for the future generations. 13:55 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 16:00 The Scent of the Wind 16:15 Asaichi Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public. 17:05 Programme non communiqué 17:54 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 17:55 Exercise for Everyone An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 Programme non communiqué 18:55 NHK Special A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting. 19:45 No Art, No Life Self-taught artists are gaining respect globally. In Japan, such artists are making career-defining works, but few art fans or curators know them. 19:50 Songs for Everyone 19:55 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:20 Hello! NHK World Japan Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience. 20:25 Ramen Japan 20:30 Hiyokko The 96th Drama Serial is about Mineko, a girl born in Ibaraki Prefecture, who comes up to Tokyo for the mass employment during the high economic growth period. The story begins in 1964, the year of the Tokyo Olympics, and portrays her eventful life and growth as a person. 20:45 The Scent of the Wind 21:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 21:05 News Around Japan Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan. 22:50 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 22:55 The Great Nature 23:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 23:10 Health for Today Difficult to understand medical care is easily explained in this program as well as tips on healthcare. 23:25 Giant Trees in Japan 23:35 Camera-eyed Japan 23:40 Mimicries--Natural Science for Kids Stimulating children's intellectual curiosity by observing similar animals and plants in nature. 23:50 A Hundred-Year Journey Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.
2026-08-21 00:20 Special Program 00:47 Natural Grandeur of the East 00:57 Mini Program 01:00 PythagoraSwitch There are various interesting laws and rules and philosophies hidden in our daily lives. This program introduces children to them and how to think. 01:10 Blue & Yellow As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together. 01:20 Peek-a-Boo with Friends Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 01:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 01:59 1-Minute Anime: Songs for SDGs Let's learn about SDGs while singing along! A selected goal out of 17 will be introduced in each one-minute song with animation. 02:00 News 02:10 Kid's Discovery In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries. 02:25 Whiz-Kids TV In this brand-new series, the TV Warriors team up with viewers to raise and help a unique character evolve. Through a variety of challenges, the kids strive not to grow for the sake of someone else, but to grow for themselves. 02:55 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 03:00 NHK News 7 NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 Trivia Quizzes--You'll Get Scolded by Chiko-chan! Let's learn trivia of things we do unconsciously in our daily lives with "Chiko-chan," a five-year-old virtual girl who asks adults simple questions one after another! 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 Zenigata Heiji The Bunka-Bunsei era of the Edo period is a hedonistic and decadent age marked by materialism, political corruption, and rising crime. Zenigata Heiji, known as a distinguished private detective, captures numerous criminals with his extraordinary physical abilities and intelligence during this turbulent era. This special drama follows a major incident that establishes his reputation. 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available). 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Ooka Echizen 09:13 Mini Program 09:15 My Gardening Learn useful tips on gardening. 09:40 Go Focus An up-to-date information on the recent matches of the Go competitions along with easy to understand explanation on the various moves and techniques. 10:10 Chinese Navi If you have any interests in Chinese community, join us to study the Chinese language! 10:30 Mimicries--Natural Science for Kids Stimulating children's intellectual curiosity by observing similar animals and plants in nature. 10:40 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 10:45 Kid's Discovery In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries. 11:00 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:25 Fun with Okinawa Dialects Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs. 11:30 The Scent of the Wind 11:45 NHK Special A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting. 12:35 Delicious Japan! Japan boasts a wide variety of fresh produce and quality food. Find out how and where it's all made. Plus: master chefs reveal their special recipes! 12:58 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 13:00 TV Exercise Short program to introduce physical exercise for the young and old. 13:10 Natural Grandeur of the East Enjoy the Japanese natural beauties and the many creatures which habitat there and discover the irreplaceable importance of nature. 13:25 NHK Regional Showcases 13:52 Mini Program 13:55 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:59 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 16:00 The Scent of the Wind 16:15 Programme non communiqué