12:30 AM - 01:00 AM
Kabuki Kool - S3 Ep31
The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalised in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior, and a tragic hero; explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.
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
Core Kyoto
Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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
Japanology Plus
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
A show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market, where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
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
Lunchtime for the Taiko Drum Performance
We visit Sado in Niigata to meet a renowned taiko drum performance group - their meals prepared by three dedicated women are infused with the unique flavours of Sado.
06:00 AM - 06:30 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.
06:30 AM - 07:00 AM
Core Kyoto
Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.
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
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Newsline Asia 24
This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Japanology Plus
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode.
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
Lunchtime for the Taiko Drum Performance
We visit Sado in Niigata to meet a renowned taiko drum performance group - their meals prepared by three dedicated women are infused with the unique flavours of Sado.
10:00 AM - 10:30 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.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
A show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market, where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
NHK News 7
An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Core Kyoto
Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.
12:00 PM - 12:28 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.
12:28 PM - 12:43 PM
Direct Talk
Mishiro Kenshi creates installations with ornate bamboo lanterns known as 'take-akari' - he talks about the potential of the craft including his work to bring light to disaster-stricken communities.
12:43 PM - 12:48 PM
Japan Delish 5min.
Crisp, hot, and delicious Japanese gyoza - how did gyoza come to be so beloved in Japan? Taste the delicious truth for yourself!
12:48 PM - 12:55 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Hop on from Narita - the air gateway to Japan - as breathtaking window views await flying above active volcanoes!
12:55 PM - 01:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Doodles or Ukiyo-e: A series of doodles by famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day; what kind of statement was he trying to make?
01:00 PM - 01:30 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.
01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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
Japanology Plus
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode.
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
Japan Railway Journal
Departure melodies are musical versions of traditional train departure signals like bells - join us as we take a look at this unique aspect of Japanese railway culture.
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
Core Kyoto
Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.
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
Lunchtime for the Taiko Drum Performance
We visit Sado in Niigata to meet a renowned taiko drum performance group - their meals prepared by three dedicated women are infused with the unique flavours of Sado.
06:00 PM - 06:30 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.
06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
07:00 PM - 07:28 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.
07:28 PM - 07:43 PM
Direct Talk
Mishiro Kenshi creates installations with ornate bamboo lanterns known as 'take-akari' - he talks about the potential of the craft including his work to bring light to disaster-stricken communities.
07:43 PM - 07:48 PM
Japan Delish 5min.
Crisp, hot, and delicious Japanese gyoza - how did gyoza come to be so beloved in Japan? Taste the delicious truth for yourself!
07:48 PM - 07:55 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Hop on from Narita - the air gateway to Japan - as breathtaking window views await flying above active volcanoes!
07:55 PM - 08:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Doodles or Ukiyo-e: A series of doodles by famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day; what kind of statement was he trying to make?
08:00 PM - 08:22 PM
Hometown Stories
With colourful pile fabric and comfortable knits, Wakayama Prefecture is drawing global attention as a textile hub - we bring you striking images of its machines and the beat of its factories.
08:22 PM - 08:25 PM
The Masterpieces of Tsutaju
This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic 'Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.'
08:25 PM - 08:30 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.
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Japanology Plus
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974 - Peter discovers something new about Japan in every episode.
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
Japan Railway Journal
Departure melodies are musical versions of traditional train departure signals like bells - join us as we take a look at this unique aspect of Japanese railway culture.
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
Core Kyoto
Kyoto dominated the oil market 1,000 years ago - various oils fuelled votive lamps, flavoured food, preserved wood, were used in pomade and cosmetics and still play a key role in the culture today.
11:00 PM - 11:30 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.
11:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Today's Close-Up
Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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
Lunchtime for the Taiko Drum Performance
We visit Sado in Niigata to meet a renowned taiko drum performance group - their meals prepared by three dedicated women are infused with the unique flavours of Sado.