11:10 PM - 12:00 AM
Somewhere Street
Davao, located on Mindanao Island, is home to 1.7 million people. Global business such as call centres are now thriving here. This city is often cited as being one of the safest in the Philippines.
12:00 AM - 12:10 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.
12:10 AM - 12:15 AM
Chatroom Japan
Wang Yuan Wei knows what it's like to feel lost - he now offers children from overseas a safe place to call home where they too can say 'tadaima'.
12:15 AM - 12:25 AM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
Data centres, the engines of our digital age, consume vast energy and drive a surge in CO2 emissions, intensifying climate risks while powering global connectivity.
12:25 AM - 12:30 AM
Designer-Less Design
Graphic designer Kikuchi Atsuki is drawn to enamelware that reflects the creators' own instincts - he talks about the appeal of designs made and used by the same person.
12:30 AM - 01:00 AM
Where We Call Home
We meet French pastry chef Josselin Rimbod who creates uniquely colourful macarons with local ingredients in Toyama, and German-born Peter Steeger who runs an airfield in Bibai, Hokkaido.
01:00 AM - 01:10 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.
01:10 AM - 01:15 AM
Kaizoku
The Murakami Kaizoku were seafarers and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea - we explore their history and legacy with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: the Seto Inland Sea.
01:15 AM - 01:30 AM
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.
01:30 AM - 01:45 AM
Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
01:45 AM - 01:55 AM
Bosai: Be Prepared
Winter Fire Precautions: The fact that Japan is dry in winter greatly increases the risk of fire - we learn tips for preventing fires occurring and how to respond effectively when a fire breaks out.
01:55 AM - 02:00 AM
Hello! NHK World-Japan
'IMPACTS' uses science and data to convey the reality of climate change. A November series-coinciding with the COP30 summit in Brazil-featured five COP-related shows and an Amazon rainforest special.
02:00 AM - 02:10 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.
02:10 AM - 02:20 AM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Inami Shishimai is a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture - adults play the role of the shishi while a child is the shishi-tori, whose job is to pacify the shishi with sacred objects.
02:20 AM - 02:30 AM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.
02:30 AM - 03:00 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.
03:00 AM - 03:10 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.
03:10 AM - 03:20 AM
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
Learn about the autumn chrysanthemum festival and the autumnal equinox (shubun) as the nuns enjoy sushi, salad and dumplings made specially for the occasion.
03:20 AM - 03:25 AM
Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini 5min.
Somen traditional white noodles that are thin like threads - test out and savour the hidden strength of Japan's ultra-thin somen noodles!
03:25 AM - 03:30 AM
One in Every Japanese
1 in 30 Japanese suffer from mental illness - we follow a woman who finds it hard to do simple tasks due to her illness as she goes to rehabilitation for returning to work.
03:30 AM - 04:00 AM
Biz Stream
Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy.
04:00 AM - 04:10 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.
04:10 AM - 04:25 AM
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
04:25 AM - 04:30 AM
The Beauty of Japanese Swords
Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, one of the 'five greatest swords under heaven': Mikazuki Munechika.
04:30 AM - 04:57 AM
Hometown Stories
A farm brings together people with something in common: fear of developing dementia. As they engage in planting and harvesting, staff members observe their actions and help them find a way forward.
04:57 AM - 05:00 AM
Satoyama Kitchen
At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.
05:00 AM - 05:10 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.
05:10 AM - 05:25 AM
Cinematic Journey
Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.
05:25 AM - 05:30 AM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Niigata is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots - let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes!
05:30 AM - 06:00 AM
Where We Call Home
We meet French pastry chef Josselin Rimbod who creates uniquely colourful macarons with local ingredients in Toyama, and German-born Peter Steeger who runs an airfield in Bibai, Hokkaido.
06:00 AM - 06:10 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.
06:10 AM - 06:20 AM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Inami Shishimai is a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture - adults play the role of the shishi while a child is the shishi-tori, whose job is to pacify the shishi with sacred objects.
06:20 AM - 06:30 AM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.
06:30 AM - 06:45 AM
Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
06:45 AM - 06:55 AM
Bosai: Be Prepared
Winter Fire Precautions: The fact that Japan is dry in winter greatly increases the risk of fire - we learn tips for preventing fires occurring and how to respond effectively when a fire breaks out.
06:55 AM - 07:00 AM
Hello! NHK World-Japan
'IMPACTS' uses science and data to convey the reality of climate change. A November series-coinciding with the COP30 summit in Brazil-featured five COP-related shows and an Amazon rainforest special.
07:00 AM - 07:10 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.
07:10 AM - 07:30 AM
Biz Stream Special Edition
Beyond Space - Combining Storage with New Services: From hotels to multi-purpose lockers, this episode features innovative storage-based business models.
07:30 AM - 08:00 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.
08:00 AM - 08:10 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.
08:10 AM - 08:25 AM
Cinematic Journey
Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.
08:25 AM - 08:30 AM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Niigata is one of Japan's foremost ramen hotspots - let's explore the diversity of the city's beloved ramen dishes!
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Hometown Stories
A farm brings together people with something in common: fear of developing dementia. As they engage in planting and harvesting, staff members observe their actions and help them find a way forward.
09:00 AM - 09:10 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.
09:10 AM - 09:30 AM
My Street Piano
Shibuya is one of Tokyo's largest cities - a piano is placed near a ticket gate at the station and people stop to play from their heart.
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Biz Stream
Rehab Reimagined: From home-made activities to interactive digital technology, this episode focuses on different approaches to physical therapy.
10:00 AM - 10:15 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.
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where We Call Home
We meet French pastry chef Josselin Rimbod who creates uniquely colourful macarons with local ingredients in Toyama, and German-born Peter Steeger who runs an airfield in Bibai, Hokkaido.
11:00 AM - 11:15 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.
11:15 AM - 11:28 AM
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
Learn about the autumn chrysanthemum festival and the autumnal equinox (shubun) as the nuns enjoy sushi, salad and dumplings made specially for the occasion.
11:28 AM - 11:43 AM
Direct Talk
Enami Noriyuki won the coveted Double Gold Award at the world's most prestigious marmalade-making competition in 2020 and 2022 - he talks about the secrets of his craft and his tumultuous journey.
11:43 AM - 11:48 AM
The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.
11:48 AM - 11:55 AM
Beware! False Info and Impressions - S1 Ep5
When a major earthquake hits, a father posts a video online spreading a rumour that the quake was 'manmade' - this earns a scolding from his daughter, but not much changes like always.
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Discover the story behind the 36 Views of Mount Fuji woodprint series. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai is not just a huge wave, and the boat caught in the wave is there for a reason.
12:00 PM - 12:15 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.
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Biz Stream Special Edition
Beyond Space - Combining Storage with New Services: From hotels to multi-purpose lockers, this episode features innovative storage-based business models.
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Bosai: Be Prepared
Winter Fire Precautions: The fact that Japan is dry in winter greatly increases the risk of fire - we learn tips for preventing fires occurring and how to respond effectively when a fire breaks out.
01:00 PM - 01:10 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.
01:10 PM - 01:20 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Inami Shishimai is a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture - adults play the role of the shishi while a child is the shishi-tori, whose job is to pacify the shishi with sacred objects.
01:20 PM - 01:30 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.
01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
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.
02:00 PM - 02:10 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.
02:10 PM - 02:30 PM
Cinematic Journey
Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.
02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Medical Frontiers
A Japanese research team focusing on the fact that people briefly wake up multiple times during sleep helped develop a device to prevent insomnia - this episode shares the latest insights into sleep.
03:00 PM - 03:10 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.
03:10 PM - 03:25 PM
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.
03:25 PM - 03:30 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Where We Call Home
We meet French pastry chef Josselin Rimbod who creates uniquely colourful macarons with local ingredients in Toyama, and German-born Peter Steeger who runs an airfield in Bibai, Hokkaido.
04:00 PM - 04:10 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.
04:10 PM - 04:30 PM
My Street Piano
Shibuya is one of Tokyo's largest cities - a piano is placed near a ticket gate at the station and people stop to play from their heart.
04:30 PM - 04:57 PM
Hometown Stories
A farm brings together people with something in common: fear of developing dementia. As they engage in planting and harvesting, staff members observe their actions and help them find a way forward.
04:57 PM - 05:00 PM
Satoyama Kitchen
At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.
05:00 PM - 05:10 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.
05:10 PM - 05:20 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Inami Shishimai is a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture - adults play the role of the shishi while a child is the shishi-tori, whose job is to pacify the shishi with sacred objects.
05:20 PM - 05:30 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.
05:30 PM - 05:45 PM
Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
05:45 PM - 05:55 PM
Bosai: Be Prepared
Winter Fire Precautions: The fact that Japan is dry in winter greatly increases the risk of fire - we learn tips for preventing fires occurring and how to respond effectively when a fire breaks out.
05:55 PM - 06:00 PM
Hello! NHK World-Japan
'IMPACTS' uses science and data to convey the reality of climate change. A November series-coinciding with the COP30 summit in Brazil-featured five COP-related shows and an Amazon rainforest special.
06:00 PM - 06:10 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.
06:10 PM - 06:23 PM
Biz Stream Special Edition
Beyond Space - Combining Storage with New Services: From hotels to multi-purpose lockers, this episode features innovative storage-based business models.
06:23 PM - 06:28 PM
The Beauty of Japanese Swords
Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, one of the 'five greatest swords under heaven': Mikazuki Munechika.
06:28 PM - 06:43 PM
Direct Talk
Enami Noriyuki won the coveted Double Gold Award at the world's most prestigious marmalade-making competition in 2020 and 2022 - he talks about the secrets of his craft and his tumultuous journey.
06:43 PM - 06:48 PM
The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.
06:48 PM - 06:55 PM
Beware! False Info and Impressions - S1 Ep5
When a major earthquake hits, a father posts a video online spreading a rumour that the quake was 'manmade' - this earns a scolding from his daughter, but not much changes like always.
06:55 PM - 07:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Discover the story behind the 36 Views of Mount Fuji woodprint series. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai is not just a huge wave, and the boat caught in the wave is there for a reason.
07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Today's Close-Up
The devices we use every day may carry hidden safety risks. Fires starting from electronics with lithium-ion batteries are increasingly common. What causes these accidents and how can we prevent them?
07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
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.
08:00 PM - 08:10 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.
08:10 PM - 08:20 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Inami Shishimai is a type of lion dance performed in Toyama Prefecture - adults play the role of the shishi while a child is the shishi-tori, whose job is to pacify the shishi with sacred objects.
08:20 PM - 08:30 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Medical Frontiers
A Japanese research team focusing on the fact that people briefly wake up multiple times during sleep helped develop a device to prevent insomnia - this episode shares the latest insights into sleep.
09:00 PM - 09:10 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.
09:10 PM - 09:30 PM
Cinematic Journey
Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.
09:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Where We Call Home
We meet French pastry chef Josselin Rimbod who creates uniquely colourful macarons with local ingredients in Toyama, and German-born Peter Steeger who runs an airfield in Bibai, Hokkaido.
10:00 PM - 10:10 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.
10:10 PM - 10:30 PM
Biz Stream Special Edition
Beyond Space - Combining Storage with New Services: From hotels to multi-purpose lockers, this episode features innovative storage-based business models.
10:30 PM - 10:45 PM
Activate Your Japanese!
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
10:45 PM - 10:55 PM
Bosai: Be Prepared
Winter Fire Precautions: The fact that Japan is dry in winter greatly increases the risk of fire - we learn tips for preventing fires occurring and how to respond effectively when a fire breaks out.
10:55 PM - 11:00 PM
Hello! NHK World-Japan
'IMPACTS' uses science and data to convey the reality of climate change. A November series-coinciding with the COP30 summit in Brazil-featured five COP-related shows and an Amazon rainforest special.
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 - 11:25 PM
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.
11:25 PM - 11:30 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.
11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Hometown Stories
A farm brings together people with something in common: fear of developing dementia. As they engage in planting and harvesting, staff members observe their actions and help them find a way forward.