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 6 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

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 is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

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

Japan's private sector is eyeing space and the moon as its next major industry - we follow new ventures, failed landings, and the push to build the nation's newest business frontier far from Earth.

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

Based in South Korea and Japan, Kim Insook highlights diverse individuals through photography and video - she interacts with her subjects while looking beyond the labels society has given them.

NHK World TV HD 03:43 - 03:55

A 100-year-old cafe was born out of the friendship between Brazil and Japan - there coffee there is so great that it was even loved by superstar John Lennon.

NHK World TV HD 03:55 - 04:00

Airing Laundry at the Local Well: It's summer and a group of women have gathered at the local well - we learn about the different techniques and tools used to wash and dry different types of kimonos.

NHK World TV HD 04:00 - 04:30

Fascia is a membrane-like tissue beneath the skin enveloping internal organs - we introduce the latest treatment for shoulder stiffness and lower back pain utilising the characteristics of fascia.

NHK World TV HD 04:30 - 05:00

Japanese comedian Tonikaku, also known as Tonikaku Akarui Yasumura in Japan, has garnered big laughs with his 'naked' act - we take a look at how he is bringing Japanese comedy to overseas audiences.

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

Today's theme: Wrapping. The art of wrapping and tying is a culture in Japan displaying beauty and thoughtfulness - it elevates content and shows care. Join us for a rediscovery of wrapping design.

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

The rise of the internet has made the Philippines into a hub for dubbing international movies, TV shows, and cartoons into English. Meet the Filipino voice actors taking on the global market.

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

Japan's private sector is eyeing space and the moon as its next major industry - we follow new ventures, failed landings, and the push to build the nation's newest business frontier far from Earth.

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 - 08:15

Homework Challenges: Elsa is from the Faroe Islands and ger two children attend a Japanese public school - she feels sad that she cannot always help them because of language issues.

NHK World TV HD 08:15 - 08:30

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter - this time, heat-resistant labels.

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 6 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

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 is 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

Apple founder Steve Jobs revolutionised the way we live with his creations and loved Japanese culture - close friends, colleagues, and design experts shed new light on how this came to be.

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

Mount Yarigatake is a superstar among Japan's mountains - ridge lines stretch out toward the other summits from its peak, making it irresistible for hikers wanting to experience a ridge traversal.

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 - 12:00

We travel the Izumo Highway, which has been used since ages past, and meet people who value human connection, such as a magatama jewellery artisan and a pro wrestler learning farming in a village.

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

Today's theme: Wrapping. The art of wrapping and tying is a culture in Japan displaying beauty and thoughtfulness - it elevates content and shows care. Join us for a rediscovery of wrapping design.

NHK World TV HD 12:40 - 12:50

This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

NHK World TV HD 12:50 - 13:00

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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 - 13:20

Our focus this time is on honey - innovations like urban beekeeping are born of a global bee crisis. Differing flowers and environments offer infinite flavours in this fascinating world of honey.

NHK World TV HD 13:20 - 13:25

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 13:25 - 13:30

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes; we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

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 6 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

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 is 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 - 14:35

Revered as a sacred peak for 1,400 years, Gassan is where ancestral spirits are said to reside - our explorer joins worshippers who climb to be with the dead.

NHK World TV HD 14:35 - 14:40

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 14:40 - 14:55

Osaka, a city that thrives on rivers, has faced countless flood damage - find out the latest measures protecting the city from typhoons and heavy rain.

NHK World TV HD 14:55 - 15:00

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko visits Amami Oshima in Kagoshima - priestesses on Amami wore patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs intended to protect the wearer from unseen spirits.

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

Apple founder Steve Jobs revolutionised the way we live with his creations and loved Japanese culture - close friends, colleagues, and design experts shed new light on how this came to be.

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 - 17:00

Mount Yarigatake is a superstar among Japan's mountains - ridge lines stretch out toward the other summits from its peak, making it irresistible for hikers wanting to experience a ridge traversal.

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 - 17:20

Our focus this time is on honey - innovations like urban beekeeping are born of a global bee crisis. Differing flowers and environments offer infinite flavours in this fascinating world of honey.

NHK World TV HD 17:20 - 17:25

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 17:25 - 17:30

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes; we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

NHK World TV HD 17:30 - 17:57

NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe featuring all top-division bouts from Day 6 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

NHK World TV HD 17:57 - 18:00

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

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

Today's theme: Wrapping. The art of wrapping and tying is a culture in Japan displaying beauty and thoughtfulness - it elevates content and shows care. Join us for a rediscovery of wrapping design.

NHK World TV HD 18:40 - 18:50

This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

NHK World TV HD 18:50 - 19:00

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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 - 20:00

We travel the Izumo Highway, which has been used since ages past, and meet people who value human connection, such as a magatama jewellery artisan and a pro wrestler learning farming in a village.

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 - 20:35

Revered as a sacred peak for 1,400 years, Gassan is where ancestral spirits are said to reside - our explorer joins worshippers who climb to be with the dead.

NHK World TV HD 20:35 - 20:40

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 20:40 - 20:55

Osaka, a city that thrives on rivers, has faced countless flood damage - find out the latest measures protecting the city from typhoons and heavy rain.

NHK World TV HD 20:55 - 21:00

Fashion designer Morinaga Kunihiko visits Amami Oshima in Kagoshima - priestesses on Amami wore patchwork robes with triangular butterfly designs intended to protect the wearer from unseen spirits.

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

Apple founder Steve Jobs revolutionised the way we live with his creations and loved Japanese culture - close friends, colleagues, and design experts shed new light on how this came to be.

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

Mount Yarigatake is a superstar among Japan's mountains - ridge lines stretch out toward the other summits from its peak, making it irresistible for hikers wanting to experience a ridge traversal.

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

This episode features a business that digitalises lost and found services for railways and shopping malls and another that specialises in selling lost items that go unclaimed.

NHK World TV HD 23:40 - 23:50

This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.

NHK World TV HD 23:50 - 00:00

Leading actors take turns as solo storytellers to act and recite traditional folk tales loved in Japan for centuries - watch out for some delightful illustrations too!

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 travel the Izumo Highway, which has been used since ages past, and meet people who value human connection, such as a magatama jewellery artisan and a pro wrestler learning farming in a village.

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

Our focus this time is on honey - innovations like urban beekeeping are born of a global bee crisis. Differing flowers and environments offer infinite flavours in this fascinating world of honey.

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

A Bedtime Routine: On hot and humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes; we learn about the tools Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight these pesky insects.

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 7 of the latest Grand Sumo tournament in Nagoya.

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 is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.