NHK World TV HD 03:10 - 03:23

A Tour Less Travelled: This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

NHK World TV HD 03:23 - 03:28

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, a perfect distillation of craftsmanship: Gunchomon Hyogo-gusari no Tachi.

NHK World TV HD 03:28 - 03:43

Ishigami Junya received the prestigious Austrian Frederick Kiesler Prize for Architecture and the Arts in 2024 - he talks about his groundbreaking work and ponders the meaning of architecture.

NHK World TV HD 03:43 - 03:55

Tokyo's oldest izakaya - with its traditional fare and lucky cats surviving wars and pandemics - has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

NHK World TV HD 03:55 - 04:00

The top three geisha idol celebrities in Edo are Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita; see how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty, has illustrated them so differently.

NHK World TV HD 04:00 - 04:30

Short-time regular employment lets workers keep regular pay rates and benefits while working fewer hours. Rising costs worry firms, but care and retail adopters gain talent and productivity.

NHK World TV HD 04:30 - 05:00

We visit Yomotsu Hirasaka in Shimane Prefecture - a place linked to the underworld and referenced in Japanese mythology - and speak for three days with those drawn to this special place.

NHK World TV HD 05:00 - 05:10

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 05:10 - 05:20

On New Year's Eve, performers dress as monsters called namahage - it's a good-natured tradition that strengthens family and community bonds, and it was recently revived in the village of Tayazawa.

NHK World TV HD 05:20 - 05:30

Summer: Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

NHK World TV HD 05:30 - 06:00

This episode explores the evolutionary factors behind our appetite for umami and other tastes, and how long looks deepen our bonds with dogs.

NHK World TV HD 06:00 - 06:10

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 06:10 - 06:25

Daniel Moore takes a cinematic journey through Nagano - he hits the south in springtime to experience the breathtaking cherry blossoms and gets lost in magical winter landscapes up north.

NHK World TV HD 06:25 - 06:30

Niigata's Sanjo City is considered the birthplace of curry ramen - a metalworking city, it also produces ramen utensils!

NHK World TV HD 06:30 - 07:00

Sheila Cliffe discovers many superb gardens, both traditional and contemporary, in the Izumo region of Shimane Prefecture.

NHK World TV HD 07:00 - 07:10

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 07:10 - 07:23

A Tour Less Travelled: This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

NHK World TV HD 07:23 - 07:30

1 in 10 Japanese got married through online spouse-hunting services in 2020 - we interview women who use matchmaking apps including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.

NHK World TV HD 07:30 - 08:00

Chef Rika's kara-age is perfect as a main dish, snack or lunchbox treat - try her easy 'all one' recipe and savour an original recipe that's been passed down for years at a renowned Tokyo restaurant.

NHK World TV HD 08:00 - 08:10

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 08:10 - 08:25

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

NHK World TV HD 08:25 - 08:30

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet in the air.

NHK World TV HD 08:30 - 08:45

An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue with a first-class guest on a current-affairs topics.

NHK World TV HD 08:45 - 08:55

Whether it's mum's home cooking or a long-kept family recipe, every household has a taste all its own - we dig a little deeper.

NHK World TV HD 08:55 - 09:00

Featured recipe: Beef with Kombu Dashi Sauce. Learn about Japanese home cooking in five minutes with Master Chef Saito, who bases his cooking on traditional Japanese techniques!

NHK World TV HD 09:00 - 09:10

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 09:10 - 09:30

A Tour Less Travelled: This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

NHK World TV HD 09:30 - 10:00

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles - the hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

NHK World TV HD 10:00 - 10:10

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 10:10 - 10:30

Kumamoto is recovering from the 2016 earthquake - a piano is placed in a shopping arcade for a limited period and people stop to play from their heart.

NHK World TV HD 10:30 - 10:45

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year - how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

NHK World TV HD 10:45 - 11:00

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, automated ginjo koji makers.

NHK World TV HD 11:00 - 11:10

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 11:10 - 11:20

A week into a new year, giant torches are lit in a shrine precinct - the shadows they create enable a demon, oni, to go to a river and cleanse people of troubles. This is Oniyo: the night of the oni.

NHK World TV HD 11:20 - 11:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 11:30 - 12:00

This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

NHK World TV HD 12:00 - 12:10

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 12:10 - 12:23

A Tour Less Travelled: This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

NHK World TV HD 12:23 - 12:30

1 in 1000 Japanese have experience as a lay judge in court cases - we witness a networking event for former lay judges where they discuss unique experiences. What does it feel like to judge others?

NHK World TV HD 12:30 - 13:00

This episode explores the evolutionary factors behind our appetite for umami and other tastes, and how long looks deepen our bonds with dogs.

NHK World TV HD 13:00 - 13:10

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 13:10 - 13:23

A Tour Less Travelled: This episode shows how services offering immersive cultural experiences are helping attract travellers to lesser-known towns and cities in Japan.

NHK World TV HD 13:23 - 13:30

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, Yasutsuna (Onikirimaru), a blade that was used to defeat a terrible demon.

NHK World TV HD 13:30 - 14:00

Kabuki often depicts traditional Japanese dishes - actor Kataoka Ainosuke introduces scenes with several examples and teaches us about what foods were popular in the Edo period.

NHK World TV HD 14:00 - 14:10

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 14:10 - 14:25

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

NHK World TV HD 14:25 - 14:30

Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction - these are flavours that have been passed down for generations.

NHK World TV HD 14:30 - 15:00

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles - the hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

NHK World TV HD 15:00 - 15:10

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 15:10 - 15:20

A week into a new year, giant torches are lit in a shrine precinct - the shadows they create enable a demon, oni, to go to a river and cleanse people of troubles. This is Oniyo: the night of the oni.

NHK World TV HD 15:20 - 15:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 15:30 - 15:45

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year - how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

NHK World TV HD 15:45 - 16:00

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, automated ginjo koji makers.

NHK World TV HD 16:00 - 16:10

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 16:10 - 16:30

Bug-Based Business Ideas Take Flight: From mushroom waste-eating beetles to an anti-reflective film based on the properties of a moth's eye, this episode features insect-inspired business ideas.

NHK World TV HD 16:30 - 17:00

This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

NHK World TV HD 17:00 - 17:10

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 17:10 - 17:25

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

NHK World TV HD 17:25 - 17:30

Two local takes on ramen that kept Hiroshima fed during postwar reconstruction - these are flavours that have been passed down for generations.

NHK World TV HD 17:30 - 18:00

Kabuki often depicts traditional Japanese dishes - actor Kataoka Ainosuke introduces scenes with several examples and teaches us about what foods were popular in the Edo period.

NHK World TV HD 18:00 - 18:10

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 18:10 - 18:30

Hirosaki City in Aomori Prefecture is known for its Western architecture - a piano is placed inside the station and people stop to play from their hearts.

NHK World TV HD 18:30 - 19:00

This episode explores the evolutionary factors behind our appetite for umami and other tastes, and how long looks deepen our bonds with dogs.

NHK World TV HD 19:00 - 19:15

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 19:15 - 19:30

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

NHK World TV HD 19:30 - 20:00

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles - the hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

NHK World TV HD 21:00 - 21:15

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 21:15 - 21:30

Bug-Based Business Ideas Take Flight: From mushroom waste-eating beetles to an anti-reflective film based on the properties of a moth's eye, this episode features insect-inspired business ideas.

NHK World TV HD 21:30 - 21:45

In July 2025, Hayashi Hisashi became the first Japanese winner of a prestigious German award for the best board game of the year - how does he design games that captivate players around the world?

NHK World TV HD 21:45 - 22:00

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, automated ginjo koji makers.

NHK World TV HD 22:00 - 22:10

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 22:10 - 22:20

A week into a new year, giant torches are lit in a shrine precinct - the shadows they create enable a demon, oni, to go to a river and cleanse people of troubles. This is Oniyo: the night of the oni.

NHK World TV HD 22:20 - 22:30

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.

NHK World TV HD 22:30 - 23:00

This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

NHK World TV HD 23:00 - 23:10

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 23:10 - 23:30

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.

NHK World TV HD 23:30 - 00:00

Japan is likely the only country to have incorporated gobo, a root vegetable, into its diet on a wide scale - witness novel and traditional harvesting methods and feast your eyes on unique dishes.

NHK World TV HD 00:00 - 00:10

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 00:10 - 00:25

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

NHK World TV HD 00:25 - 00:30

Join us on a night flight to admire Japan's stunning views on a journey from Tokyo to Fukuoka - behold the sublime beauty of Mount Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of major cities.

NHK World TV HD 00:30 - 01:00

Nippori is known as one of Japan's top districts for textiles - the hillsides are home to many Buddhist temples that historically became sightseeing spots known for nature and picturesque views.

NHK World TV HD 01:00 - 01:10

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 01:10 - 01:30

Hirosaki City in Aomori Prefecture is known for its Western architecture - a piano is placed inside the station and people stop to play from their hearts.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 02:00

Kabuki often depicts traditional Japanese dishes - actor Kataoka Ainosuke introduces scenes with several examples and teaches us about what foods were popular in the Edo period.