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 - 01:00

We visit the Goto Islands on Japan's western tip, meeting people with hospitality like a couple passing on the history of hidden Christians and islanders trying to preserve their small community.

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 - 01:20

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode looks at words related to kiru (to wear). Explore the unique culture behind them.

NHK World TV HD 01:20 - 01:25

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World TV HD 01:25 - 01:30

Two Scenic Views: A print warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once - Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 01:57

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 14 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

NHK World TV HD 01:57 - 02:00

'Sumopedia' enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions, and famous wrestlers of the past - the rules may be simple, but there's a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

NHK World TV HD 02:00 - 02:10

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 02:10 - 02:40

Completed in the 1960s and representing a fresh start for Japan, the new Imperial Palace showcases exceptional artistry and craftsmanship.

NHK World TV HD 02:40 - 02:55

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

NHK World TV HD 02:55 - 03:00

Product designer Fukasawa Naoto visits Shimane - red 'Sekishu' roof tiles are perfectly suited to cold snowy regions, and Fukasawa considers design that embodies the community it comes from.

NHK World TV HD 03:00 - 03:10

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 03:10 - 04:00

Neve Shalom/Wahat Al-Salam in central Israel was founded 50 years ago as a place for Arabs and Jews to live in harmony - explore the future of coexistence as divisions deepen after October 7th, 2023.

NHK World TV HD 04:00 - 04:10

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 04:10 - 05:00

A music festival held in Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia brings together popular Asian artists, representing Asian countries and regions, as they perform their unique music.

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 - 05:35

The dry season is a desperate time in the African savanna, but symbiotic relationships between plants and animals in Tanzania's Ruaha National Park have resulted in a wondrous paradise all year round.

NHK World TV HD 05:35 - 05:40

Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is home to much natural beauty with its great mountains and lakes - its ornate Nikko Toshogu Shrine is famous. See the widely-beloved Nikko through time-lapse photography.

NHK World TV HD 05:40 - 05:50

Entrances: Design is fun - design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us.

NHK World TV HD 05:50 - 06:00

This programme employs 'mitateru', a Japanese technique, to inspire children's imagination by encouraging them to view objects differently and develop their unique perspectives and creativity.

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 - 07:00

We visit the Goto Islands on Japan's western tip, meeting people with hospitality like a couple passing on the history of hidden Christians and islanders trying to preserve their small community.

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 - 07:40

Completed in the 1960s and representing a fresh start for Japan, the new Imperial Palace showcases exceptional artistry and craftsmanship.

NHK World TV HD 07:40 - 07:55

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology.

NHK World TV HD 07:55 - 08:00

Product designer Fukasawa Naoto visits Shimane - red 'Sekishu' roof tiles are perfectly suited to cold snowy regions, and Fukasawa considers design that embodies the community it comes from.

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 - 08:20

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode looks at words related to kiru (to wear). Explore the unique culture behind them.

NHK World TV HD 08:20 - 08:25

A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami - for which she plays exclusive pieces - helps you experience each season.

NHK World TV HD 08:25 - 08:30

Two Scenic Views: A print warps space to allow the viewer to be in two places at once - Shinobazu Pond, known for its lotus flowers, and the Sumida River, one of Edo's busiest waterways.

NHK World TV HD 08:30 - 08:57

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 14 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

NHK World TV HD 08:57 - 09:00

'Sumopedia' enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions, and famous wrestlers of the past - the rules may be simple, but there's a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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 - 10:00

In 2017, a Japanese housing giant was tricked out of 50 million dollars by land swindlers - how did the firm miss the scam? We delve into the nature of the elusive network that shook Japan.

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 - 11:00

The Tokyo National Museum's vast collection includes 89 national treasures - in 2022, it marked 150 years with a special exhibition. Explore everything from ancient artefacts to hi-tech exhibits!

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 - 11:40

Horigome Yasuyuki , formerly of the acclaimed band KIRINJI, appears on tiny desk concerts JAPAN. Joined by guest vocalist Toki Asako, he performs Aliens, a timeless masterpiece in J-POP history.

NHK World TV HD 11:40 - 11:50

Tohoku: This animation series follows Japanese dog Charo as he meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of northern Japan in the search for eight star talismans.

NHK World TV HD 11:50 - 11:55

Nostalgia is spreading in Japan for the Showa era (1926-1989) - we introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the 'good old days'.

NHK World TV HD 11:55 - 12:00

Kotaro lives in an inn in Kusatsu Onsen and shows us around the popular hot spring town - meanwhile, Mike lives in a store in Takasaki City that sells daruma dolls and keeps the staff company.

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 - 12:40

Yamashita Shingo is known for NARUTO key animation and JUJUTSU KAISEN openings. Go behind the scenes of his new feature, Cosmic Princess Kaguya!, and learn how he uses cutting-edge tools to create.

NHK World TV HD 12:40 - 12:50

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

NHK World TV HD 12:50 - 13:00

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

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 - 13:25

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with 1,500-metre peaks - its extraordinary intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

NHK World TV HD 13:25 - 13:30

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: US Influences.

NHK World TV HD 13:30 - 13:57

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 14 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.

NHK World TV HD 13:57 - 14:00

'Sumopedia' enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions, and famous wrestlers of the past - the rules may be simple, but there's a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Savour a rare beef-bone broth ramen and try a strikingly simple local ramen that overturns expectations boldly!

NHK World TV HD 14:25 - 14:30

A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest.

NHK World TV HD 14:30 - 14:45

Tomanik from Poland can explain himself in meetings in Japanese just fine, but he tends to make very long explanations. He learns how to express himself more directly by role-playing.

NHK World TV HD 14:45 - 15:00

Repurposing used wine corks, old clothing... even eggshells into interior design materials, upcycling expert Miura Seiya is in high demand with companies looking for ways to reduce their waste.

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 - 16:00

In 2017, a Japanese housing giant was tricked out of 50 million dollars by land swindlers - how did the firm miss the scam? We delve into the nature of the elusive network that shook Japan.

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 - 16:25

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with 1,500-metre peaks - its extraordinary intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

NHK World TV HD 16:25 - 16:30

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: US Influences.

NHK World TV HD 16:30 - 18:00

NHK World-Japan presents Grand Sumo January Tournament Day 15 action live from Tokyo as top wrestlers have their fifteenth bouts of the 15-day contest.

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 - 18:40

Yamashita Shingo is known for NARUTO key animation and JUJUTSU KAISEN openings. Go behind the scenes of his new feature, Cosmic Princess Kaguya!, and learn how he uses cutting-edge tools to create.

NHK World TV HD 18:40 - 18:50

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

NHK World TV HD 18:50 - 19:00

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

NHK World TV HD 19:00 - 19:10

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 19:10 - 19:40

Horigome Yasuyuki , formerly of the acclaimed band KIRINJI, appears on tiny desk concerts JAPAN. Joined by guest vocalist Toki Asako, he performs Aliens, a timeless masterpiece in J-POP history.

NHK World TV HD 19:40 - 19:50

Tohoku: This animation series follows Japanese dog Charo as he meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of northern Japan in the search for eight star talismans.

NHK World TV HD 19:50 - 19:55

Nostalgia is spreading in Japan for the Showa era (1926-1989) - we introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the 'good old days'.

NHK World TV HD 19:55 - 20:00

Kotaro lives in an inn in Kusatsu Onsen and shows us around the popular hot spring town - meanwhile, Mike lives in a store in Takasaki City that sells daruma dolls and keeps the staff company.

NHK World TV HD 20:00 - 20:10

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 20:10 - 20:25

Savour a rare beef-bone broth ramen and try a strikingly simple local ramen that overturns expectations boldly!

NHK World TV HD 20:25 - 20:30

A festival of floats decorated with locally grown vegetables parades the streets in early October in gratitude for an abundant harvest.

NHK World TV HD 20:30 - 20:45

Tomanik from Poland can explain himself in meetings in Japanese just fine, but he tends to make very long explanations. He learns how to express himself more directly by role-playing.

NHK World TV HD 20:45 - 21:00

Repurposing used wine corks, old clothing... even eggshells into interior design materials, upcycling expert Miura Seiya is in high demand with companies looking for ways to reduce their waste.

NHK World TV HD 21:00 - 21:10

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 21:10 - 22:00

In 2017, a Japanese housing giant was tricked out of 50 million dollars by land swindlers - how did the firm miss the scam? We delve into the nature of the elusive network that shook Japan.

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 - 23:00

The Tokyo National Museum's vast collection includes 89 national treasures - in 2022, it marked 150 years with a special exhibition. Explore everything from ancient artefacts to hi-tech exhibits!

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 - 23:40

Yamashita Shingo is known for NARUTO key animation and JUJUTSU KAISEN openings. Go behind the scenes of his new feature, Cosmic Princess Kaguya!, and learn how he uses cutting-edge tools to create.

NHK World TV HD 23:40 - 23:50

Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.

NHK World TV HD 23:50 - 00:00

Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.

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 - 00:40

Horigome Yasuyuki , formerly of the acclaimed band KIRINJI, appears on tiny desk concerts JAPAN. Joined by guest vocalist Toki Asako, he performs Aliens, a timeless masterpiece in J-POP history.

NHK World TV HD 00:40 - 00:50

Tohoku: This animation series follows Japanese dog Charo as he meets and is helped by many mythical creatures of northern Japan in the search for eight star talismans.

NHK World TV HD 00:50 - 00:55

Nostalgia is spreading in Japan for the Showa era (1926-1989) - we introduce electronics, retro designs, and other elements of a period that many Japanese people consider the 'good old days'.

NHK World TV HD 00:55 - 01:00

Kotaro lives in an inn in Kusatsu Onsen and shows us around the popular hot spring town - meanwhile, Mike lives in a store in Takasaki City that sells daruma dolls and keeps the staff company.

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 - 01:25

The heavily forested Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido is lined with 1,500-metre peaks - its extraordinary intertwined ecosystem extends over both land and sea and is home to diverse species.

NHK World TV HD 01:25 - 01:30

Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan - we examine its past and present with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: US Influences.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 02:00

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 15 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Tokyo.