NHK WORLD TV

2026-03-22

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).

00:10 Magical Japanese

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to bow and arrow. Explore the unique culture behind them. (Senderinfo).

00:20 The Seasons of Yamato

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons. (Senderinfo).

00:25 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

00:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Highlights brings you the best clips from the most exciting matches in the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times comp

00:57 Sumopedia #18

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years, steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Uncover the lives of these extraordinary athletes in this Japanese TV documentary show. Discover the techniques, disciplines, traditions, and training these 23-stone behemoth Sumo use in the battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual. Sumopedia delivers v

01:00 NHK NEWSLINE

01:10 Nosari

In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari,"a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan. (Senderinfo).

02:00 NHK NEWSLINE

02:10 HIMARI

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. (Senderinfo).

03:00 NHK NEWSLINE

03:10 J-MELO

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! (Senderinfo).

03:40 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).

03:50 Japanology Plus mini

Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus.") (Senderinfo).

03:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

The seaside town of Hakodate has long flourished as a port. One savvy cat waits by a fisherman, hoping he'll share his catch! We meet more local cats at a fish market and a historic graveyard. (Senderinfo).

04:00 NHK NEWSLINE

04:10 ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

The spotlight's on MAO, the latest from manga legend Takahashi Rumiko. Featuring handwritten comments from Takahashi, we go behind the scenes of the upcoming anime and the team bringing it to life. (Senderinfo).

04:40 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. (Senderinfo).

04:50 I Love "Mee"

This heartwarming animated series features five-year-old Mee. "Why do we wear underpants?" "Why doesn't my friend want to be tickled?" Everyday questions spark Mee's imagination, leading to wonderful thought experiments that help Mee learn more about Mee's self! Through gender-neutral storytelling and universal themes about the self, one's body, and life, the series nurtures children's self-esteem

05:00 NHK NEWSLINE

05:10 The World Heritage Sites in Japan

An astonishing 49 burial mounds of various shapes and sizes are scattered across Osaka. These 1,600-year-old mounds are the resting places of past rulers and elites. Research reveals new discoveries. (Senderinfo).

05:25 Time-lapse Japan

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: The Holiest Place. (Senderinfo).

05:30 Grand Sumo Highlights

05:57 Sumopedia #18

06:00 NHK NEWSLINE

06:10 Anime Pilgrims: Discovering the Real Jap

Cosplayer Yuriko Tiger heads to Hokkaido to explore the real locations behind the hit anime Golden Kamuy. Discover the hidden history of Otaru and the rich traditions of the indigenous Ainu people. (Senderinfo).

06:25 Core Kyoto mini

06:30 Easy Japanese for Work

This time: Asking how to pronounce names. Whang-san works at a trading company. To become a reliable businessman, he'll learn a valuable business manner, asking the pronunciation of a person's name. (Senderinfo).

06:45 Zero Waste Life

Chiba is known for peanuts. Area leather goods seller Iijima Satoshi uses discarded peanut skins from local farmers to make synthetic leather that's eco-friendly, durable and very versatile. (Senderinfo).

07:00 NHK NEWSLINE

07:10 Nosari

08:00 NHK NEWSLINE

08:10 The World Heritage Sites in Japan

08:25 Time-lapse Japan

08:30 Grand Sumo Tournament

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Tournament brings you every match from the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times competing to take the highest ranked

10:00 NHK NEWSLINE

10:10 ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

10:40 Texico

10:50 I Love "Mee"

Mee's Papa cooks and jogs every day. Mee thought he was an ordinary Papa, but Hee says he is strange. So, Mee forms an expedition team and heads out into town to find out what makes a Papa "ordinary." (Senderinfo).

11:00 NHK NEWSLINE

11:10 J-MELO

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! (Senderinfo).

11:40 Herbal Symphony

11:50 Japanology Plus mini

Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus.") (Senderinfo).

11:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

12:00 NHK NEWSLINE

12:10 Anime Pilgrims: Discovering the Real Jap

12:25 Core Kyoto mini

Gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts. (Senderinfo).

12:30 Easy Japanese for Work

12:45 Zero Waste Life

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. (Senderinfo).

15:00 NHK NEWSLINE

15:10 ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! (Senderinfo).

16:40 Herbal Symphony

16:50 Japanology Plus mini

Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus.") (Senderinfo).

16:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

17:00 NHK NEWSLINE

17:10 The World Heritage Sites in Japan

17:25 Time-lapse Japan

17:30 Grand Sumo Highlights

18:00 NHK NEWSLINE

18:10 Anime Pilgrims: Discovering the Real Jap

18:25 Core Kyoto mini

18:30 Easy Japanese for Work

18:45 Zero Waste Life

Global attention turns to 14-year-old Japanese violinist Himari. Follow the young prodigy after her world debut as she performs with many of the world's finest orchestras. (Senderinfo).

21:00 NHK NEWSLINE

21:10 ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

Join May J. for great Japanese music! This week, three exciting young acts who are all on the rise: Omiya Hiyori, GOOD BYE APRIL, and nishina. Plus, May J. sings! (Senderinfo).

22:40 Herbal Symphony

22:50 Japanology Plus mini

Five-minute shows presenting the limitless, kaleidoscopic appeal of Japanese culture, traditions, and lifestyles in sushi-sized helpings. (Digest versions of "Japanology Plus.") (Senderinfo).

22:55 A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

23:00 NHK NEWSLINE

23:10 Anime Pilgrims: Discovering the Real Jap

23:25 Core Kyoto mini

Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods. (Senderinfo).

23:30 Easy Japanese for Work

23:45 Zero Waste Life

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