11:55 PM - 12:00 AM
Dining with the Chef mini
Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes in just five minutes! Chefs Saito and Rika present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.
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
Dive in Sapporo
We take a trip to Sapporo, the city that served as a base for the development of Hokkaido - learn the history behind its central river and see how locals are now working to restore wild salmon runs.
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 - 01:45 AM
Direct Talk
Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.
01:45 AM - 02:00 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
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
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.
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
Science View
From sea voyages to space travel, humanity has always faced one common problem: motion sickness. Discover how scientists are unravelling its mechanisms.
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
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese oni, or demons, and guides us through three spectacular kabuki dramas in which they play a central role.
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
Dive in Sapporo
We take a trip to Sapporo, the city that served as a base for the development of Hokkaido - learn the history behind its central river and see how locals are now working to restore wild salmon runs.
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 - 06:45 AM
Direct Talk
Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.
06:45 AM - 07:00 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
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
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.
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
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese oni, or demons, and guides us through three spectacular kabuki dramas in which they play a central role.
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
Science View
From sea voyages to space travel, humanity has always faced one common problem: motion sickness. Discover how scientists are unravelling its mechanisms.
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
Dive in Sapporo
We take a trip to Sapporo, the city that served as a base for the development of Hokkaido - learn the history behind its central river and see how locals are now working to restore wild salmon runs.
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
Ibuki became the first Japanese winner of the world's most prestigious magic competition in July 2025 - he talks about his swift rise to success and explains how he comes up with original tricks.
11:43 AM - 11:48 AM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Okinawa soba, the oldest version still made today, tells the story behind the creation of this southern island classic!
11:48 AM - 11:55 AM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Savour Soki soba and visit a diner that is run by the world's oldest married couple as certified by Guinness World Records.
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters, small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices - what are they up to?
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 - 12:45 PM
Direct Talk
Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.
12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
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
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.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Schools of nishin, or Pacific herring, enter Japan's cooler northern waters in spring. Once a lucrative part of local economies, the fish remains a staple ingredient in various Japanese dishes.
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
Dive in Sapporo
We take a trip to Sapporo, the city that served as a base for the development of Hokkaido - learn the history behind its central river and see how locals are now working to restore wild salmon runs.
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
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese oni, or demons, and guides us through three spectacular kabuki dramas in which they play a central role.
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 - 05:45 PM
Direct Talk
Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.
05:45 PM - 06:00 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
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
Ibuki became the first Japanese winner of the world's most prestigious magic competition in July 2025 - he talks about his swift rise to success and explains how he comes up with original tricks.
06:43 PM - 06:48 PM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Okinawa soba, the oldest version still made today, tells the story behind the creation of this southern island classic!
06:48 PM - 06:55 PM
Ramen Japan 5min.
Savour Soki soba and visit a diner that is run by the world's oldest married couple as certified by Guinness World Records.
06:55 PM - 07:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Good or Evil Soul: In the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters, small humanoid creatures scurry about among lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices - what are they up to?
07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Biz Stream
Visionary Eye Tech: This episode features technology that turns smartphones into professional-grade eye exam equipment and vision-enhancing glasses designed for people with visual impairments.
07:30 PM - 08:00 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.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Schools of nishin, or Pacific herring, enter Japan's cooler northern waters in spring. Once a lucrative part of local economies, the fish remains a staple ingredient in various Japanese dishes.
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
Dive in Sapporo
We take a trip to Sapporo, the city that served as a base for the development of Hokkaido - learn the history behind its central river and see how locals are now working to restore wild salmon runs.
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 - 10:45 PM
Direct Talk
Hiraoka Kasumi is in the international spotlight after winning an award at the Vertical Movie Festival 2025 - she talks about combining social commentary with fantasy-inspired storytelling.
10:45 PM - 11:00 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: lotion tissues.
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
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the folklore and history behind Japanese oni, or demons, and guides us through three spectacular kabuki dramas in which they play a central role.