live
en
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

NHK WORLD-JAPAN

NHK WORLD-JAPAN is the international service of Japan's public broadcaster NHK. It provides the latest information on Japan and Asia through television, radio and online to a global audience.

Japan

TV guide - Wednesday, 24/04/24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
00:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
00:30
Dining with the Chef
Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce the uninitiated to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.
en
01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
01:15
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
It's spring, and a group of young men and women have come to the beach for some recreational clam-digging. The sea breeze mixes with the smell of freshly-cooked seafood. There's also love in the air.
en
01:20
Time-Lapse Japan
Explores the history of the Murakami Kaizoku, sailors and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea, with footage of the Kurushima Straits.
en
01:25
Japan From Above: Up Close
A woman in Hiroshima Prefecture shares how she preserves the memories of atomic bomb survivors in her hometown.
en
01:30
Deeper Look from New York
Well-informed hosts engage specialists in cutting-edge dialogues on concerns related to politics, economy, international happenings and cultural issues.
en
01:45
Dig More Japan!
With skill and passion, what was broken can be restored. Going along with the production team as they dig a little deeper, meeting folks who link past and future, preserving cherished memories.
en
01:55
The Seasons of Yamato
Koichi Hozan presents a compilation of videos taken in Yamato during the summer.
en
02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
02:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
02:30
Dive in Tokyo
Yotsuya is a central neighbourhood that sits between the Imperial Palace and Shinjuku. Venturing down side streets and encounter pockets of Edo - the former name of Tokyo.
en
03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
03:15
Direct Talk
Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices.
en
03:30
Ninja Truth
Explores the latest in ninja research through discussions with two experts. While Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo, the apparent source of the Bansenshukai ninja manual, Professor Yuji Yamada uncovered some fascinating manuscripts in the US.
en
03:45
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan.
en
03:55
Core Kyoto Mini
A look at the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons. Additionally, gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
en
04:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
04:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
04:30
Frontrunners
Globally-renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko uses a new take on traditional methods to showcase the culture, climate and produce of Minami-Uonuma, one of the snowiest places in Japan.
en
05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
05:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
05:30
Science View
Following Japanese researchers as they try to gain some insight into submarine volcanic eruptions. They work hard to mitigate the disaster's impact on nature and people's lives and belongings.
en
06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
06:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
06:30
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.
en
07:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
07:15
Direct Talk
Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices.
en
07:30
Dive in Tokyo
Yotsuya is a central neighbourhood that sits between the Imperial Palace and Shinjuku. Venturing down side streets and encounter pockets of Edo - the former name of Tokyo.
en
08:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
en
08:30
Ninja Truth
Explores the latest in ninja research through discussions with two experts. While Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo, the apparent source of the Bansenshukai ninja manual, Professor Yuji Yamada uncovered some fascinating manuscripts in the US.
en
08:45
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan.
en
08:55
Core Kyoto Mini
A look at the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons. Additionally, gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
en
09:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
en
09:30
Frontrunners
Globally-renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko uses a new take on traditional methods to showcase the culture, climate and produce of Minami-Uonuma, one of the snowiest places in Japan.
en
10:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
10:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
10:15
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
10:23
Japan From Above: Up Close
The narrator sheds light on the renowned hot spring resort of Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture on the east coast of Kyushu island.
en
10:30
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.
en
11:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
11:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
11:15
Direct Talk
Joshua Miele designs accessibility tools for people with disabilities to interact equitably with the world. He explains how the pursuit of equal access has driven innovations for the benefit of all.
en
11:30
Science View
Following Japanese researchers as they try to gain some insight into submarine volcanic eruptions. They work hard to mitigate the disaster's impact on nature and people's lives and belongings.
en
12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
12:17
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
12:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
12:30
Dive in Tokyo
Yotsuya is a central neighbourhood that sits between the Imperial Palace and Shinjuku. Venturing down side streets and encounter pockets of Edo - the former name of Tokyo.
en
13:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
13:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
13:40
Direct Talk
Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices.
en
13:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Travelling to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
en
14:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
14:30
Ninja Truth
Explores the latest in ninja research through discussions with two experts. While Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo, the apparent source of the Bansenshukai ninja manual, Professor Yuji Yamada uncovered some fascinating manuscripts in the US.
en
14:45
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan.
en
14:55
Core Kyoto Mini
A look at the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons. Additionally, gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
en
15:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
15:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
15:30
Frontrunners
Globally-renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko uses a new take on traditional methods to showcase the culture, climate and produce of Minami-Uonuma, one of the snowiest places in Japan.
en
16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
16:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
16:30
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
The small 10-cm fish, wakasagi, is the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drilling holes in an icy lake for some line fishing and meeting fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts.
en
17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
17:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
17:30
Dive in Tokyo
Yotsuya is a central neighbourhood that sits between the Imperial Palace and Shinjuku. Venturing down side streets and encounter pockets of Edo - the former name of Tokyo.
en
18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
18:15
Direct Talk
Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices.
en
18:30
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.
en
19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
19:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
19:30
Ninja Truth
Explores the latest in ninja research through discussions with two experts. While Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo, the apparent source of the Bansenshukai ninja manual, Professor Yuji Yamada uncovered some fascinating manuscripts in the US.
en
19:45
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan.
en
19:55
Core Kyoto Mini
A look at the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons. Additionally, gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
en
20:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
20:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
20:40
Direct Talk
Joshua Miele designs accessibility tools for people with disabilities to interact equitably with the world. He explains how the pursuit of equal access has driven innovations for the benefit of all.
en
20:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Travelling to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
en
21:00
Today's Close-Up
Explores the vendors' challenges in rebuilding their businesses after the earthquake in January 2024. Experts provide insights on how to make the vendors get back on their feet as fast as possible.
en
21:30
Frontrunners
Globally-renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko uses a new take on traditional methods to showcase the culture, climate and produce of Minami-Uonuma, one of the snowiest places in Japan.
en
22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
22:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
22:30
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
The small 10-cm fish, wakasagi, is the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drilling holes in an icy lake for some line fishing and meeting fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts.
en
23:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
23:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
23:30
Dive in Tokyo
Yotsuya is a central neighbourhood that sits between the Imperial Palace and Shinjuku. Venturing down side streets and encounter pockets of Edo - the former name of Tokyo.
en

TV guide - Thursday, 25/04/24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
00:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
00:30
Ninja Truth
Explores the latest in ninja research through discussions with two experts. While Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo, the apparent source of the Bansenshukai ninja manual, Professor Yuji Yamada uncovered some fascinating manuscripts in the US.
en
00:45
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan.
en
00:55
Core Kyoto Mini
A look at the custom of giving gifts at milestones and at the change of seasons. Additionally, gifts are exchanged in the traditional betrothal rite. Paper cords are twisted into intricate shapes and decorate gifts.
en
01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
01:15
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Travelling to a well-known tourist resort just outside of Edo, where day-trippers are enjoying river recreation and forest walks, praying at local shrines, and sitting down for riverside picnics.
en
01:20
Time-Lapse Japan
Explores the history and legacy of the Seto Inland Sea, with time-lapse footage.
en
01:25
Japan From Above: Up Close
The narrator sheds light on the renowned hot spring resort of Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture on the east coast of Kyushu island.
en
01:30
Kabuki Kool
Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores The Battles of Coxinga by Chikamatsu Monzaemon. It's an epic tale with a Sino-Japanese hero taking up arms in China for the family his father once served.
en
02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
02:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
02:30
Core Kyoto
Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.
en
03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
03:15
Direct Talk
Rene Silva dos Santos, a favela native, began the paper Voz das Comunidades at 11, sharing local views. He tells the viewer how he underscores the crucial role of disseminating information from the favelas.
en
03:30
Design X Stories
Exploring a range of Japanese designs and the values of their creators in fields including fashion, consumer products, buildings, and food. The presenters visit designers at work to reveal new stories.
en
04:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
04:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
04:30
Japanology Plus
In Japan, one in every seven homes is empty. These 8.5 million vacant properties may increase the risk of fire and burglary, or negatively impact local real estate prices. A look at the new ways that are emerging to make use of them.
en
05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
05:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
05:30
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
The small 10-cm fish, wakasagi, is the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drilling holes in an icy lake for some line fishing and meeting fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts.
en
06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
06:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
06:30
Lunch ON!
Visiting a small fish taxidermy workshop in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, with a look at the lunch of Mr Ogawa, the amazing taxidermist who runs the workshop all alone.
en
06:55
Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika presents the easy-to-follow recipes of chicken thigh karaage, chicken breast and daikon soup.
en
07:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
07:15
Direct Talk
Rene Silva dos Santos, a favela native, began the paper Voz das Comunidades at 11, sharing local views. He tells the viewer how he underscores the crucial role of disseminating information from the favelas.
en
07:30
Core Kyoto
Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.
en
08:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
en
08:30
Design X Stories
Explores restrooms from the Tokyo Toilet project with a neat design and the added purpose of being a public space.
en
09:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
en
09:30
Japanology Plus
In Japan, one in every seven homes is empty. These 8.5 million vacant properties may increase the risk of fire and burglary, or negatively impact local real estate prices. A look at the new ways that are emerging to make use of them.
en
10:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
10:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
10:15
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
10:23
Japan From Above: Up Close
An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
en
10:30
Lunch ON!
Visiting a small fish taxidermy workshop in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, with a look at the lunch of Mr Ogawa, the amazing taxidermist who runs the workshop all alone.
en
10:55
Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika presents the easy-to-follow recipes of chicken thigh karaage, chicken breast and daikon soup.
en
11:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
11:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
11:15
Direct Talk
Firzana Redzuan founded Monsters Among Us, the only youth-led child sexual abuse advocacy organization in Malaysia that aims to create a safer world for children.
en
11:30
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
The small 10-cm fish, wakasagi, is the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drilling holes in an icy lake for some line fishing and meeting fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts.
en
12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
12:17
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
12:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
12:30
Core Kyoto
Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.
en
13:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
13:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
13:40
Direct Talk
Rene Silva dos Santos, a favela native, began the paper Voz das Comunidades at 11, sharing local views. He tells the viewer how he underscores the crucial role of disseminating information from the favelas.
en
13:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
en
14:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
14:30
Design X Stories
Explores restrooms from the Tokyo Toilet project with a neat design and the added purpose of being a public space.
en
15:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
15:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
15:30
Japanology Plus
In Japan, one in every seven homes is empty. These 8.5 million vacant properties may increase the risk of fire and burglary, or negatively impact local real estate prices. A look at the new ways that are emerging to make use of them.
en
16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
16:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
16:30
Japan Railway Journal
Explores how the company of Hapi-Line Fukui trains, a parallel line of the Hokuriku Shinkansen, strategises to handle financial challenges.
en
17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
17:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
17:30
Core Kyoto
Kyoto potters refine their skills in a division of labour. Two painters wield their brushes to create delicate designs in majestic strokes and colours, gaining much attention in the industry and beyond.
en
18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
18:15
Direct Talk
Rene Silva dos Santos, a favela native, began the paper Voz das Comunidades at 11, sharing local views. He tells the viewer how he underscores the crucial role of disseminating information from the favelas.
en
18:30
Lunch ON!
Visiting a small fish taxidermy workshop in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, with a look at the lunch of Mr Ogawa, the amazing taxidermist who runs the workshop all alone.
en
18:55
Dining with the Chef
Chef Rika presents the easy-to-follow recipes of chicken thigh karaage, chicken breast and daikon soup.
en
19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
19:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
19:30
Design X Stories
Explores restrooms from the Tokyo Toilet project with a neat design and the added purpose of being a public space.
en
20:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
20:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
20:40
Direct Talk
Firzana Redzuan founded Monsters Among Us, the only youth-led child sexual abuse advocacy organization in Malaysia that aims to create a safer world for children.
en
20:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
It's summer, and a group of women have gathered at the local well to do laundry in the shade. We learn about the different techniques and tools they used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.
en
21:00
Japan's Top Inventions
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: ventilators for infants & electron beam lithography.
en
21:30
Japanology Plus
In Japan, one in every seven homes is empty. These 8.5 million vacant properties may increase the risk of fire and burglary, or negatively impact local real estate prices. A look at the new ways that are emerging to make use of them.
en
22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
22:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
22:30
Japan Railway Journal
Explores how the company of Hapi-Line Fukui trains, a parallel line of the Hokuriku Shinkansen, strategises to handle financial challenges.
en