NHK WORLD TV

2026-05-27

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. (Senderinfo).

00:30 Spiritual Explorers

The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years. The people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture. (Senderinfo).

00:55 JAPAN DELISH 5min.

Ever heard of an-pan?! From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises! (Senderinfo).

01:00 NHK NEWSLINE

01:30 Dive in Tokyo

Home to musicians, comedians, writers, and more, Koenji is known as a subculture hub. Join us as we explore its shopping streets and countless alleys and learn the origins of its maze-like layout. (Senderinfo).

02:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24

02:30 Direct Talk #131

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference. (Send

02:45 Japan's Top Inventions

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. (Senderinfo).

03:00 NEWSLINE ASIA 24

03:30 FRONTRUNNERS

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops. (Senderinfo).

04:00 NHK NEWSLINE

04:30 Spiritual Explorers

The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years. The people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture. (Senderinfo).

04:55 JAPAN DELISH 5min.

Ever heard of an-pan?! From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises! (Senderinfo).

05:00 NHK NEWSLINE

05:30 Science View

Discover how eels navigate 3,000 km in the vast ocean without getting lost. Also find out about a new technology that can share physical sensations. (Senderinfo).

06:00 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. (Senderinfo).

06:30 BOSAI:Science that Can Save Your Life

The number of visitors to Japan is rising. However, many do not know what to do during an earthquake, tsunami or typhoon. Find out the technologies being developed to protect visitors from disasters. (Senderinfo).

06:45 IMPACTS: Climates Change the World

Global warming has raised sea temperatures, increasing powerful typhoons worldwide. The program reports on their impacts and explores with experts the mechanisms and causes of their intensification. (Senderinfo).

06:55 Time-lapse Japan

A feudal lord admired by John F. Kennedy, Uesugi Yozan saved the Yonezawa Domain from financial ruin 250 years ago. Stunning time-lapse images show the historic sites that preserve his legacy. (Senderinfo).

07:00 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. (Senderinfo).

07:28 Direct Talk #270

07:43 Herbal Symphony

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history. (Senderinfo).

07:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE

The traditional, everyday life of the inhabitants of Edo (Old Tokyo) lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual Ukiyo-e print and also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time as well as revealing the stories behind the images and the arti

08:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO

08:30 Direct Talk #131

08:45 Japan's Top Inventions

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. (Senderinfo).

09:00 NHK NEWSLINE

09:30 FRONTRUNNERS

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops. (Senderinfo).

10:00 NHK NEWSLINE

10:30 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. (Senderinfo).

11:00 NHK NEWSLINE

11:30 Dive in Tokyo

12:00 NHK NEWSLINE

12:30 Spiritual Explorers

The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years. The people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture. (Senderinfo).

12:55 JAPAN DELISH 5min.

Ever heard of an-pan?! From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises! (Senderinfo).

13:00 NHK NEWSLINE

13:30 Direct Talk #131

13:45 Japan's Top Inventions

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. (Senderinfo).

14:00 NEWSROOM TOKYO

14:28 Direct Talk #270

14:43 Herbal Symphony

14:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE

15:00 BIZ STREAM

Catering to the Child at Heart: This episode features services specifically tailored to the growing wants and needs of the "kidult" market. (Senderinfo).

15:30 FRONTRUNNERS

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops. (Senderinfo).

16:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

16:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo

17:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

17:30 Dive in Tokyo

18:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

18:30 Direct Talk #131

18:45 Japan's Top Inventions

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: Massage chairs. (Senderinfo).

19:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

19:30 Spiritual Explorers

The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years. The people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture. (Senderinfo).

19:55 JAPAN DELISH 5min.

Ever heard of an-pan?! From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises! (Senderinfo).

20:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

20:30 The Business Keyhole

Peek through the Business Keyhole for a behind-the-scenes look at various industries. This time, we take a deep dive into the world of sushi-go-round! (Senderinfo).

20:53 MICE MEDIA

A billion cats are on the loose!? An online post throws the father into a panic. How should we interact with online information when fake images are on the rise, especially during disasters? (Senderinfo).

21:00 NHK NEWSLINE<NY>

21:30 Core Kyoto

Tales of Kyoto's cherry blossoms have survived centuries. These stories are reframed by every generation. Through them, people appreciate the importance of living with nature and the joy of spring. (Senderinfo).

22:00 NHK NEWSLINE

22:30 Japanology Plus

Stephen Turner, from the UK, loves Japanese trains so much that his passion became his job. We join him on a trip through Chiba Prefecture and explore the appeal of Japan's regional railways. (Senderinfo).

23:00 NHK NEWSLINE

23:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo

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