NHK World TV HD 00:00 - 00:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 00:30 - 01:00

Kyoto artisans feel a sense of crisis about the future of their distinctive crafts - to keep traditional skills alive, they are adding chic accessories to their product lines to create new demand.

NHK World TV HD 01:00 - 01:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 02:00

Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in original ways while uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights.

NHK World TV HD 02:00 - 02:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 02:30 - 03:00

Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.

NHK World TV HD 03:00 - 03:28

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

NHK World TV HD 03:28 - 03:43

Ogata Yuko has developed a medical device that can measure foetal heartbeat and send the results to a doctor remotely - the goal is to make childbirth safer in places without specialised OB-GYN care.

NHK World TV HD 03:43 - 03:48

Takenoko are a spring delicacy in Japan - the young bamboo sprouts are pulled up during a short period of time each year. Dig in to learn more about Japan's love for takenoko!

NHK World TV HD 03:48 - 03:55

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, two towering reputations are brought together in one truly special blade: Kaishu Kotetsu.

NHK World TV HD 03:55 - 04:00

Late Summer Fun: Summer is winding down and the streets by Edo Bay are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers and revellers - it's getting late, but this party is just getting started...

NHK World TV HD 04:00 - 04:27

Miyahara Osamu publishes a small newspaper in Kuma, a village in western Japan hit by heavy rain in 2020; we follow him as he encourages disaster-hit villagers in their efforts to rebuild their lives.

NHK World TV HD 04:27 - 04:30

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 at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

NHK World TV HD 04:30 - 05:00

The number of bookstores in Japan is decreasing, but both major chains and independent stores are finding creative ways to attract book lovers - we look at the next chapter for Japan's bookstores.

NHK World TV HD 05:00 - 05:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 05:30 - 06:00

The Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8 has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture and made its debut in March 2024 - see the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.

NHK World TV HD 06:00 - 06:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 06:30 - 07:00

Kyoto artisans feel a sense of crisis about the future of their distinctive crafts - to keep traditional skills alive, they are adding chic accessories to their product lines to create new demand.

NHK World TV HD 07:00 - 07:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 07:30 - 08:00

Bear attacks are on the rise in Japan. Dozens of injuries and several deaths have been reported across the country. We look at the causes and learn how we can protect ourselves and our communities.

NHK World TV HD 08:00 - 08:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 08:30 - 09:00

Japanese culture is in the global spotlight like never before - dive into the work of international scholars exploring Japan in original ways while uncovering unique perspectives and deep insights.

NHK World TV HD 09:00 - 09:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 09:30 - 10:00

For just US$9 a night, young people stay in a "Job-hunting Hotel" in Shanghai while seeking post-graduation employment, even as the stagnating economy causes the number of available positions to drop.

NHK World TV HD 10:00 - 10:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 10:30 - 11:00

Middle age often brings a crisis of reckoning as people question their life decisions and sense of purpose. We look at how to break free of the malaise and rediscover joy and excitement in life.

NHK World TV HD 11:00 - 11:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 11:30 - 12:00

Travelling through the cities of Hagi, Yamaguchi, Iwakuni and Hofu, this programme spotlights the charms of the land and the people who live alongside their traditional culture.

NHK World TV HD 12:00 - 12:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 12:30 - 13:00

The Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8 has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture and made its debut in March 2024 - see the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.

NHK World TV HD 13:00 - 13:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 13:30 - 14:00

This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Mikan: Japan's Favourite Citrus Fruit.

NHK World TV HD 14:00 - 14:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 14:30 - 15:00

For just US$9 a night, young people stay in a "Job-hunting Hotel" in Shanghai while seeking post-graduation employment, even as the stagnating economy causes the number of available positions to drop.

NHK World TV HD 15:00 - 15:30

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

NHK World TV HD 15:30 - 16:00

Middle age often brings a crisis of reckoning as people question their life decisions and sense of purpose. We look at how to break free of the malaise and rediscover joy and excitement in life.

NHK World TV HD 16:00 - 16:30

This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

NHK World TV HD 16:30 - 17:00

Travelling through the cities of Hagi, Yamaguchi, Iwakuni and Hofu, this programme spotlights the charms of the land and the people who live alongside their traditional culture.

NHK World TV HD 17:00 - 17:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 17:30 - 18:00

A huge 'danchi' housing complex in Chiba is home to 7,000 households - built in the 1960s, this complex is a community in itself. For three days we ask residents about what life is like there.

NHK World TV HD 18:00 - 18:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 18:30 - 19:00

The Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8 has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture and made its debut in March 2024 - see the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.

NHK World TV HD 19:00 - 19:30

An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.

NHK World TV HD 19:30 - 20:00

For just US$9 a night, young people stay in a "Job-hunting Hotel" in Shanghai while seeking post-graduation employment, even as the stagnating economy causes the number of available positions to drop.

NHK World TV HD 20:00 - 20:28

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

NHK World TV HD 20:28 - 20:43

Enomoto Megumi opened free learning centres modelled on traditional Japanese temple schools to provide education for disadvantaged children in Mozambique - she talks about breaking the poverty cycle.

NHK World TV HD 20:43 - 20:55

To help reduce the 'ghost' marine debris that does not decompose, those involved in Japanese fisheries have launched a project to collect and recycle used fishing nets.

NHK World TV HD 20:55 - 21:00

David Bull came to Japan to master the art of woodblock printing - he learned valuable lessons about Japanese culture and that there is more to the works of art than the paper they are printed on.

NHK World TV HD 21:00 - 21:30

This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.

NHK World TV HD 21:30 - 22:00

Middle age often brings a crisis of reckoning as people question their life decisions and sense of purpose. We look at how to break free of the malaise and rediscover joy and excitement in life.

NHK World TV HD 22:00 - 22:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 22:30 - 23:00

Travelling through the cities of Hagi, Yamaguchi, Iwakuni and Hofu, this programme spotlights the charms of the land and the people who live alongside their traditional culture.

NHK World TV HD 23:00 - 23:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 23:30 - 00:00

Today's theme: Reviving Lost Traditions. Many traditional arts have been lost to time - we meet creators who have reevaluated their value and are passionate about reviving these lost traditions.

NHK World TV HD 00:00 - 00:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 00:30 - 01:00

For just US$9 a night, young people stay in a "Job-hunting Hotel" in Shanghai while seeking post-graduation employment, even as the stagnating economy causes the number of available positions to drop.

NHK World TV HD 01:00 - 01:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 02:00

Around 5,200 trees fall each year in Japan and cause accidents that can even be fatal - tree surgeon Goto Mizuho diagnoses and treats them by utilising innovative technology and techniques.