NHK World - Japan HD Tuesday
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6:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

6:10 AM
Treasure Box Japan: Aichi
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. Fo...
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

6:17 AM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garde...
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

6:27 AM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes - wrap rice around cedar sticks, grill over charcoal, spread homemade miso and enjoy the savoury taste of autumn.

6:30 AM
Journeys in Japan
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya -...
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya - the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century - and traces the city's history through its architecture.

7:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

7:10 AM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that starte...
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes

7:20 AM
On the Wings 5min.
Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard...
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.

7:30 AM
Dining with the Chef
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and f...
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes as Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

8:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

8:10 AM
The World Heritage
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes fo...
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

8:30 AM
Document 72 Hours
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - onc...
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days we go inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

9:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

9:10 AM
My Street Piano
During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano i...
During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano is set up on a shopping street where passersby stop to play from the heart

9:30 AM
Grand Sumo Highlights
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for ...
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 21, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo
10:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

10:10 AM
Time-Lapse Journey
Experience the fascinating sights of airports and ...
Experience the fascinating sights of airports and transport hubs that connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

10:30 AM
Medical Frontiers
Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-rel...
Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-related muscle loss or osteoporosis - we introduce ways to improve ASD through exercise therapy and explore AI-based efforts for early detection.

11:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

11:15 AM
Treasure Box Japan: Aichi
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. Fo...
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

11:22 AM
On the Wings 5min.
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from To...
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.

11:30 AM
Biz Stream
This programme focuses on the latest Japanese business t...
This programme focuses on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and technologies - we look behind the scenes and discuss their global impact from various perspectives.

12:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

12:15 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garde...
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

12:28 PM
Direct Talk
Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka...
Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium, which has the world's largest number of jellyfish species on display. He talks about his work and passion for jellyfish

12:43 PM
Magical Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions in...
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture - this episode focuses on the word 'fumu' meaning 'to step'. Explore the unique culture behind them.

12:55 PM
Easy Japanese
#39 I lost my wallet. To explain that you did something y...
#39 I lost my wallet. To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the 'te' form of a verb, and add 'shite shimaimashita.' So, 'otosu' (to drop) becomes 'otoshite shimaimashita.'

1:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

1:15 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land...
Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century - a group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren and keep the story alive.

1:30 PM
Dining with the Chef
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and f...
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes as Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

2:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

2:10 PM
My Street Piano
During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano i...
During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano is set up on a shopping street where passersby stop to play from the heart

2:30 PM
Document 72 Hours
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - onc...
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days we go inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

3:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

3:10 PM
Treasure Box Japan: Aichi
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. Fo...
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

3:17 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garde...
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

3:30 PM
Science View
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended s...
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health

4:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

4:10 PM
Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty o...
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.

4:30 PM
Journeys in Japan
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya -...
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya - the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century - and traces the city's history through its architecture.

5:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

5:10 PM
Time-Lapse Journey
Experience the fascinating sights of airports and ...
Experience the fascinating sights of airports and transport hubs that connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

5:30 PM
Grand Sumo Highlights
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for ...
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 22, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo
6:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

6:10 PM
The World Heritage
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes fo...
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

6:30 PM
Dining with the Chef
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and f...
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes as Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

7:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

7:10 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that starte...
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes

7:20 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard...
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.

7:28 PM
Direct Talk
Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka...
Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium, which has the world's largest number of jellyfish species on display. He talks about his work and passion for jellyfish

7:43 PM
Brown Gold
Through using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce...
Through using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer has developed its own original flavour and breathed new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

7:55 PM
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble ...
Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter - on the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat unfazed by the rain. Where is he going?

8:00 PM
Today's Close-Up
In Japan, Buddhist temple land has become the target of pr...
In Japan, Buddhist temple land has become the target of profiteers. Many temples in financial difficulty are being sold off, leading to cases where graves and entrusted remains are going missing

8:30 PM
Document 72 Hours
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - onc...
Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture - once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days we go inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

9:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

9:15 PM
Treasure Box Japan: Aichi
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. Fo...
The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

9:22 PM
On the Wings 5min.
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from To...
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.

9:27 PM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes - wrap rice around cedar sticks, grill over charcoal, spread homemade miso and enjoy the savoury taste of autumn.

9:30 PM
Science View
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended s...
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health

10:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

10:15 PM
Herbal Symphony
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garde...
Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

10:25 PM
The Masterpieces of Tsutaju
This series presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a bril...
This series presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period - this episode spotlights ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's debut work 'The Actor Otani Oniji III as Edobei'.

10:30 PM
Journeys in Japan
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya -...
Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya - the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century - and traces the city's history through its architecture.

11:00 PM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

11:15 PM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land...
Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century - a group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren and keep the story alive.

11:25 PM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make ...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make sesame-covered taro dumplings - simply mash up boiled taro, add cheese, sprinkle with sesame and deep-fry for some tasty autumn goodness.

11:30 PM
Dining with the Chef
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and f...
Wasabi isn't just for sushi - add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes as Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

12:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

12:15 AM
The World Heritage
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes fo...
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

12:30 AM
Grand Sumo Highlights
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for ...
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 22, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo
12:57 AM
Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with inform...
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.

1:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

1:15 AM
Matsuri: The Heartbeat of Japan
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that starte...
Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes

1:25 AM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make ...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make shiba-zuke pickles - cucumbers, myoga, and a little bit of ume vinegar make the perfect side dish to go with newly-harvested rice.

1:30 AM
Dive in Tokyo
Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a s...
Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape

2:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

2:15 AM
Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty o...
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.

2:30 AM
Direct Talk
In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from ever...
In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations

2:45 AM
Japan's Top Inventions
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese produc...
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment

3:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

3:10 AM
The World Heritage
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes fo...
NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

3:25 AM
The Masterpieces of Tsutaju
This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a ...
This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic 'Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.'

3:30 AM
Frontrunners
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields...
Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse - there's an urgent need to train new dry stone wallers to carry out repairs, and Kaneko Reo runs workshops.

4:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

4:10 AM
Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty o...
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.

4:25 AM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes - wrap rice around cedar sticks, grill over charcoal, spread homemade miso and enjoy the savoury taste of autumn.

4:30 AM
Science View
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended s...
Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health

5:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

5:10 AM
The World Heritage
The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking th...
The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beauty of the surrounding mountains

5:25 AM
Nun's Cookbook
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make ...
The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make vinegared oyster mushrooms - add celery and sweet persimmons to fresh oyster mushrooms, then homemade iri-zake and squeezed kabosu.

5:30 AM
Grand Sumo Highlights
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for ...
NHK World-Japan presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from September 22, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo
6:00 AM
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weat...
NHK Newsline delivers the latest news, business, and weather every hour with stories and analysis from Japan, the rest of Asia, and around the world

6:10 AM
Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty o...
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.

6:25 AM
Treasure Box Japan: Aichi
Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than ...
Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than a century. Each year five districts build their own floats by hand and on the festival day in July, they parade through town in fishy splendour!

6:30 AM
Dive in Tokyo
Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a s...
Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape
