11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Outside In: Lost in Academia
Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in bold original ways and uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights.
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
A publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art - it's part of an effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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 - 03:00 AM
Gunmachan
Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity while exploring the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture and specialities.
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
Grand Sumo Preview
Ahead of the latest Grand Sumo tournament, NHK World-Japan looks at the race for the championship among top wrestlers - we also focus on up-and-comers' secrets to winning and determination to excel.
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
A publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art - it's part of an effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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 - 08:00 AM
Gunmachan
Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity while exploring the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture and specialities.
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
Grand Sumo Preview
Ahead of the latest Grand Sumo tournament, NHK World-Japan looks at the race for the championship among top wrestlers - we also focus on up-and-comers' secrets to winning and determination to excel.
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
A publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art - it's part of an effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.
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
Miyakoshi Akiko won the New York Times' Best Illustrated Children's Book Award in 2024 - we see how she creates art using charcoal and watercolours and discover the inspiration behind her work.
11:43 AM - 11:55 AM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometres in their return journey across the North Pacific - global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action.
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Education: Chance Opens the World
Maxine is a university student who joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school, and this experience changed her life.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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 - 02:00 PM
Gunmachan
Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity while exploring the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture and specialities.
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: Lighting Everyday Life. From a design to add light to an enclosed lot, cozy lamps with a dim glow, to a project for those with light sensitivities. Explore an array of lighting designs.
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
A publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art - it's part of an effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.
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
Grand Sumo Preview
Ahead of the latest Grand Sumo tournament, NHK World-Japan looks at the race for the championship among top wrestlers - we also focus on up-and-comers' secrets to winning and determination to excel.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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
Miyakoshi Akiko won the New York Times' Best Illustrated Children's Book Award in 2024 - we see how she creates art using charcoal and watercolours and discover the inspiration behind her work.
06:43 PM - 06:55 PM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
Japanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometres in their return journey across the North Pacific - global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action.
06:55 PM - 07:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Mt. Fuji's Faces: We observe 'Red Fuji' and 'Black Fuji', two dramatically different views of Japan's most famous mountain captured by the artist Hokusai. What did Mt. Fuji mean to the people of Edo?
07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Medical Frontiers
A growing body of research shows that continuing to exercise after a cancer diagnosis can improve post-surgical recovery, reduce recurrence rates, and even increase survival rates.
07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Gunmachan
Join Gunmachan and friends for playful adventures full of laughter and curiosity while exploring the charm of Gunma Prefecture's traditions, culture and specialities.
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: Lighting Everyday Life. From a design to add light to an enclosed lot, cozy lamps with a dim glow, to a project for those with light sensitivities. Explore an array of lighting designs.
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
A publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art - it's part of an effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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
Education: Chance Opens the World
Maxine is a university student who joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school, and this experience changed her life.
11:15 PM - 11:30 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, super-absorbent towels.
11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Grand Sumo Preview
Ahead of the latest Grand Sumo tournament, NHK World-Japan looks at the race for the championship among top wrestlers - we also focus on up-and-comers' secrets to winning and determination to excel.