11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Outside In: Lost in Academia
American linguistic anthropologist Debra Occhi dives into the fascinating world of mascots and characters - from adorable to heroic, she explores how their naming is shaped by sound.
12:00 AM - 12:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:30 AM - 01:00 AM
Asia Insight
Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enrol their children in international schools, avoid intense academic pressure, and provide new options for their futures.
01:00 AM - 01:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:30 AM - 02:00 AM
Demining Ukraine
As nearly a quarter of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by landmines, we follow a Japanese scientist's use of radar technology to support demining efforts in the war-torn country.
02:00 AM - 02:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:30 AM - 02:45 AM
Iwate
Come on a scenic drive through Iwate's rich nature - starting from Morioka station, we head to the picturesque Jodogahama beach and make a detour to Tono - known for its kappa legends - along the way.
02:45 AM - 03:00 AM
Through the Kitchen Window
Wajima Eiko crafts wonderful dishes from the unsold catch at the fish market in a small fishing town where she has worked for over 50 years.
03:00 AM - 03:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:30 AM - 04:00 AM
Japan Railway Journal
Across the country, Japan's railways are working towards a shared goal: carbon neutrality. See the efforts being made to shift away from diesel power and to improve energy efficiency overall.
04:00 AM - 04:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:30 AM - 05:00 AM
Seasoning the Seasons
This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
05:00 AM - 05:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:30 AM - 06:00 AM
Asia Insight
Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enrol their children in international schools, avoid intense academic pressure, and provide new options for their futures.
06:00 AM - 06:30 AM
Newsline Asia 24
This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
06:30 AM - 07:00 AM
Demining Ukraine
As nearly a quarter of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by landmines, we follow a Japanese scientist's use of radar technology to support demining efforts in the war-torn country.
07:00 AM - 07:30 AM
Newsline Asia 24
This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
07:30 AM - 07:45 AM
Iwate
Come on a scenic drive through Iwate's rich nature - starting from Morioka station, we head to the picturesque Jodogahama beach and make a detour to Tono - known for its kappa legends - along the way.
07:45 AM - 08:00 AM
Through the Kitchen Window
Wajima Eiko crafts wonderful dishes from the unsold catch at the fish market in a small fishing town where she has worked for over 50 years.
08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Document 72 Hours
Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this service.
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Japan Railway Journal
Across the country, Japan's railways are working towards a shared goal: carbon neutrality. See the efforts being made to shift away from diesel power and to improve energy efficiency overall.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
NHK News 7
An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Asia Insight
Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enrol their children in international schools, avoid intense academic pressure, and provide new options for their futures.
11:00 AM - 11:28 AM
Newsroom Tokyo
This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.
11:28 AM - 11:43 AM
Direct Talk
Kobayashi Yoshitsugu published a trailblazing paper in June 2025 illuminating the evolutionary process of large tyrannosaurs - he explains how such research helps us consider the future of humanity.
11:43 AM - 11:55 AM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
The entire Earth is affected by climate change occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before - this programme uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Chatroom Japan
A spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Newsroom Tokyo
This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.
12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Demining Ukraine
As nearly a quarter of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by landmines, we follow a Japanese scientist's use of radar technology to support demining efforts in the war-torn country.
01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:30 PM - 01:45 PM
Iwate
Come on a scenic drive through Iwate's rich nature - starting from Morioka station, we head to the picturesque Jodogahama beach and make a detour to Tono - known for its kappa legends - along the way.
01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Through the Kitchen Window
Wajima Eiko crafts wonderful dishes from the unsold catch at the fish market in a small fishing town where she has worked for over 50 years.
02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Design X Stories
Today's theme: Reimagining Analogue Design. Analogue is coming back and offering a human appeal to our five senses that digital lacks - explore designs that reveal the charm and potential of analogue.
03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Asia Insight
Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enrol their children in international schools, avoid intense academic pressure, and provide new options for their futures.
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Frontrunners
Every year, breeders of colourful carp (koi) compete in Tokyo for the title of world champion - brothers Futoshi and Shigeru Mano endured a devastating earthquake and are seeking victory.
05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Demining Ukraine
As nearly a quarter of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by landmines, we follow a Japanese scientist's use of radar technology to support demining efforts in the war-torn country.
06:00 PM - 06:28 PM
Newsroom Tokyo
This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.
06:28 PM - 06:43 PM
Direct Talk
Kobayashi Yoshitsugu published a trailblazing paper in June 2025 illuminating the evolutionary process of large tyrannosaurs - he explains how such research helps us consider the future of humanity.
06:43 PM - 06:55 PM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
The entire Earth is affected by climate change occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before - this programme uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.
06:55 PM - 07:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
A Spring Party: We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo - flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking, making merry and a chance for young men and women to mingle.
07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Medical Frontiers
Faecal microbiota transplantation transfers gut bacteria from a healthy donor's stool into a patient's colon - it is being explored as a treatment for ulcerative colitis, Parkinson's disease and ADHD.
07:30 PM - 07:45 PM
Iwate
Come on a scenic drive through Iwate's rich nature - starting from Morioka station, we head to the picturesque Jodogahama beach and make a detour to Tono - known for its kappa legends - along the way.
07:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Through the Kitchen Window
Wajima Eiko crafts wonderful dishes from the unsold catch at the fish market in a small fishing town where she has worked for over 50 years.
08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Design X Stories
Today's theme: Reimagining Analogue Design. Analogue is coming back and offering a human appeal to our five senses that digital lacks - explore designs that reveal the charm and potential of analogue.
09:00 PM - 09:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Asia Insight
Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enrol their children in international schools, avoid intense academic pressure, and provide new options for their futures.
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Demining Ukraine
As nearly a quarter of Ukraine's territory remains contaminated by landmines, we follow a Japanese scientist's use of radar technology to support demining efforts in the war-torn country.
11:00 PM - 11:10 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 PM - 11:15 PM
Chatroom Japan
A spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan.
11:15 PM - 11:30 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Japanology Plus
Australian Phillip Richards gives back to his adopted home of Nozawaonsen by crafting gin and whiskey using local ingredients - we explore what draws him to this small village in Nagano Prefecture.