12:55 AM - 01:00 AM
Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Spoon-moulded Sushi. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!
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
Dive in Tokyo
Home to musicians, comedians, writers, and more, Koenji is known as a subculture hub. Join us as we explore its shopping streets and countless alleys and learn the origins of its maze-like layout.
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
Direct Talk
Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.
02:45 AM - 03:00 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: massage chairs.
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
Frontrunners
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse - there's an urgent need to train new dry stone wallers to carry out repairs, and Kaneko Reo runs workshops.
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
Science View
Discover how eels navigate 3,000 km in the vast ocean without getting lost. Also, find out about a new technology that can share physical sensations.
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 - 05:55 AM
Jomon: 10,000 Years of Wisdom
The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years - the people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture.
05:55 AM - 06:00 AM
Japan Delish 5min.
Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!
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
Dive in Tokyo
Home to musicians, comedians, writers, and more, Koenji is known as a subculture hub. Join us as we explore its shopping streets and countless alleys and learn the origins of its maze-like layout.
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
Direct Talk
Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.
07:45 AM - 08:00 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: massage chairs.
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
Frontrunners
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse - there's an urgent need to train new dry stone wallers to carry out repairs, and Kaneko Reo runs workshops.
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 - 09:55 AM
Jomon: 10,000 Years of Wisdom
The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years - the people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture.
09:55 AM - 10:00 AM
Japan Delish 5min.
Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!
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
Science View
Discover how eels navigate 3,000 km in the vast ocean without getting lost. Also, find out about a new technology that can share physical sensations.
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 - 11:45 AM
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Safe Journey in Japan: The number of visitors to Japan is rising, but many do not know what to do during an earthquake, tsunami or typhoon - what technologies could protect them?
11:45 AM - 11:55 AM
Impacts: Climates Change the World
Global warming has raised sea temperatures and amplified powerful typhoons worldwide - we report on their impacts and explore the mechanisms and causes of their intensification with experts.
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Time-Lapse Japan
A feudal lord admired by John F. Kennedy, Uesugi Yozan saved the Yonezawa Domain from financial ruin 250 years ago. Stunning time-lapse images show the historic sites that preserve his legacy.
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
Songwriter Yamamoto Sho is the man behind 'Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro,' the global hit by the J-pop idol group Fruits Zipper. He talks about creating songs that take the world by storm.
12:43 PM - 12:55 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.
12:55 PM - 01:00 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
The Piercing Gaze: A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku - who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
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 - 01:45 PM
Direct Talk
Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.
01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: massage chairs.
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
Frontrunners
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse - there's an urgent need to train new dry stone wallers to carry out repairs, and Kaneko Reo runs workshops.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
With its garlic-like pungency and ability to boost stamina, nira is a true star - visit a production site to marvel at nira's vitality and see how the ingredient can be used in a wide range of dishes.
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
Dive in Tokyo
Home to musicians, comedians, writers, and more, Koenji is known as a subculture hub. Join us as we explore its shopping streets and countless alleys and learn the origins of its maze-like layout.
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 - 05:55 PM
Jomon: 10,000 Years of Wisdom
The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years - the people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture.
05:55 PM - 06:00 PM
Japan Delish 5min.
Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!
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 - 06:45 PM
Direct Talk
Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.
06:45 PM - 07:00 PM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: massage chairs.
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
Songwriter Yamamoto Sho is the man behind 'Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro,' the global hit by the J-pop idol group Fruits Zipper. He talks about creating songs that take the world by storm.
07:43 PM - 07:55 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.
07:55 PM - 08:00 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?
08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Biz Stream
Catering to the Child at Heart: This episode features services specifically tailored to the growing wants and needs of the 'kidult' market.
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Frontrunners
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse - there's an urgent need to train new dry stone wallers to carry out repairs, and Kaneko Reo runs workshops.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
With its garlic-like pungency and ability to boost stamina, nira is a true star - visit a production site to marvel at nira's vitality and see how the ingredient can be used in a wide range of dishes.
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
Dive in Tokyo
Home to musicians, comedians, writers, and more, Koenji is known as a subculture hub. Join us as we explore its shopping streets and countless alleys and learn the origins of its maze-like layout.
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 - 11:45 PM
Direct Talk
Through research on the calls of the Japanese tit, Suzuki Toshitaka has proven that animals other than humans have language capabilities - he talks about pioneering the field of animal linguistics.
11:45 PM - 12:00 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: massage chairs.
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 - 12:55 AM
Jomon: 10,000 Years of Wisdom
The Jomon period began around 15,000 years ago and lasted 10,000 years - the people were hunter-gatherers, but they settled in one place and enjoyed a rich culture.
12:55 AM - 01:00 AM
Japan Delish 5min.
Ever heard of an-pan? From fruit sandwiches to curry-filled delights, Japanese bread is full of delicious surprises!