NHK World TV
United States
NHK World TV provides English-language news and information programming from Japan, with a focus on current events, business, and cultural reporting. The channel’s news coverage includes live updates from Asia and the Pacific, often drawing on reports from NHK’s domestic bureaus. Documentary segments cover topics such as Japanese history, technology, and traditional arts, while lifestyle programs explore cuisine, travel destinations, and social trends within Japan. The schedule also includes shorter bulletin-style updates on global weather and financial markets. As a service operated by Japan’s public broadcaster, the channel is available in the United States through select cable and satellite providers, as well as via some over-the-air digital subchannels.
Viewers can access the channel’s live stream and on-demand clips through its official website and mobile app, which offer the same news and feature content without a subscription. Program listings are published on the channel’s site, with times noted in Eastern and Pacific time zones for U.S. audiences. The broadcast is commercial-free, relying on public funding from Japan’s television license fee system. Some segments include English subtitles or narration for Japanese-language interviews and field reports, making the content accessible to non-Japanese speakers.
Schedule
00:00 - 00:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
00:10 - 00:25
Laugh Then Think: Japan's Offbeat Science
No Flies on Striped Cows
Series, Science, Documentary, Comedy
Eccentric scientists share insights into their unconventional research and reveal the methods behind their out-of-the-box thinking.
00:25 - 00:30
Core Kyoto Mini
The Future of Dyeing: Random Beauty Bound in Fabric
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on the art of clamp-resist dyeing, which results in unique color patterns on fabrics.
00:30 - 00:45
Easy Japanese for Work
Turning Down a Request for Support Politely
Series, Educational, Bus./financial
Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.
00:45 - 01:00
Zero Waste Life
Sails Unfurled Again
Series, Documentary, Nature, Arts/crafts
A look at the people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of Mottainai.
01:00 - 01:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
01:10 - 01:57
Somewhere Street
Bologna
Series, Travel, History, Documentary
The host travels to various cities around the world to explore tourist attractions and monuments and speaks to the local people there.
01:57 - 02:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mt. Fuji
Series, Travel, Community
The filmmakers capture the beauty of the many different faces of Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan southwest of Tokyo, through time-lapse photography.
02:00 - 02:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
02:10 - 02:15
Chatroom Japan
Traditional architecture: standing strong
Series, Documentary
Foreign residents talk about their experience of living in Japan, including special projects they have launched to support their home communities.
02:15 - 02:25
IMPACTS:Climates Change the World
World Heritage Under Threat: Episode 5 Protection through Education
Series, Documentary, Environment, Nature
Experts use scientific data and the latest discoveries to analyze the impact of global warming and explore potential solutions.
02:25 - 02:30
Design Museum Japan
The Logic of Coastal Architecture
Series, Art, Documentary
In a coastal district, boat builders used their skills to make houses. Ryue Nishizawa explores how architecture is affected by a community's terrain and values.
02:30 - 02:55
The Factory Wonders
Documentary
Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.
02:55 - 03:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Series, Documentary, History
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
03:00 - 03:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
03:10 - 03:15
The Seasons of Yamato
Beginning of Autumn: The 24 Solar Terms
Series, Nature, Animals, Documentary
A series of poetic videos capturing the beginning of Autumn by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with pianist Mine Kawakami.
03:15 - 03:30
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
Series, Science, Documentary, Technology
Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. The filmmakers present safety tips for climbing them and the latest on eruption prediction research.
03:30 - 03:40
Magical Japanese
Salt
Series, Educational
Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.
03:40 - 03:45
Easy Japanese
How Can I Get to the Ninja Museum?
Series, Educational
The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.
03:45 - 03:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.
03:55 - 04:00
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Series, Documentary, News
The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.
04:00 - 04:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
04:30 - 05:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Series, Travel, Community, Documentary, History
The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.
05:00 - 05:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
05:30 - 05:55
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Topi
Series, Documentary, Animals
Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.
05:55 - 06:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Hirosaki Park
Series, Travel, Community
The filmmaker explores the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms at Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture.
06:00 - 06:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
06:30 - 06:57
Hometown Stories
Unspoken Memories of the Double Hibakusha
Series, Documentary, Community
The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
06:57 - 07:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Field Work Fueled by Leaf-wrapped Sushi
Series, Documentary
Chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto prepare leaf-wrapped sushi with the magnolia leaves from their garden.
07:00 - 07:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
07:30 - 07:55
The Factory Wonders
Glasses Factory
Series, Documentary
Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.
07:55 - 08:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Series, Documentary, History
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
08:00 - 08:30
Newsline Asia 24
News, Newsmagazine
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
08:30 - 08:40
Magical Japanese
Salt
Series, Educational
Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.
08:40 - 08:45
Easy Japanese
How Can I Get to the Ninja Museum?
Series, Educational
The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.
08:45 - 08:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.
08:55 - 09:00
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Series, Documentary, News
The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.
09:00 - 09:30
Newsline Asia 24
News, Newsmagazine
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
09:30 - 10:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Series, Travel, Community, Documentary, History
The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.
10:00 - 10:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
10:30 - 10:57
Hometown Stories
Unspoken Memories of the Double Hibakusha
Series, Documentary, Community
The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
10:57 - 11:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Field Work Fueled by Leaf-wrapped Sushi
Series, Documentary
Chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto prepare leaf-wrapped sushi with the magnolia leaves from their garden.
11:00 - 11:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
11:30 - 12:00
Journeys in Japan
The Mountain Spirit of Shiiba Village
Series, Travel, History, Community
The host explores Shiiba, a remote Japanese village nestled in high mountains, and experiences its unique culture.
12:00 - 12:30
NHK News 7
News
NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio; it's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.
12:30 - 12:55
The Factory Wonders
Glasses Factory
Series, Documentary
Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.
12:55 - 13:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Series, Documentary, History
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
13:00 - 13:28
Newsroom Tokyo
News
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
13:28 - 13:43
Direct Talk
Freedom at the Fingertips
Series, News, Documentary
Nail artist Kawajiri Mei discusses the inspiration behind her work. She explains how her imagination and unique sense of humor helped her earn widespread recognition.
13:43 - 13:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.
13:55 - 14:00
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Series, Documentary, News
The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.
14:00 - 14:30
Newsroom Tokyo
News
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
14:30 - 15:00
Dive in Tokyo
Otsuka - A Hidden Gem Regains its Sparkle
Series, Documentary, Travel, History
The filmmakers examine how international residents and redevelopment are revitalizing Otsuka, once a busy terminal of Tokyo's historic streetcar network before being overshadowed by its neighbor Ikebukuro.
15:00 - 15:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
15:30 - 16:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Series, Travel, Community, Documentary, History
The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.
16:00 - 16:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
16:30 - 17:00
Medical Frontiers
Technology to Tackle Pressure Injuries
Series, Medical, News
Advanced bedding and other technologies used in treating pressure injuries caused by limited mobility.
17:00 - 17:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
17:30 - 17:55
The Factory Wonders
Glasses Factory
Series, Documentary
Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore various Japanese manufacturing technologies.
17:55 - 18:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Series, Documentary, History
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida; we see the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
18:00 - 18:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
18:30 - 18:57
Hometown Stories
Unspoken Memories of the Double Hibakusha
Series, Documentary, Community
The filmmakers shed light on a woman retracing the steps of those who experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
18:57 - 19:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Field Work Fueled by Leaf-wrapped Sushi
Series, Documentary
Chef Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto prepare leaf-wrapped sushi with the magnolia leaves from their garden.
19:00 - 19:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
19:30 - 19:40
Magical Japanese
Salt
Series, Educational
Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words and expressions related to salt and the culture behind them.
19:40 - 19:45
Easy Japanese
How Can I Get to the Ninja Museum?
Series, Educational
The hosts teach a simple way to ask for directions in Japanese.
19:45 - 19:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on how Kondo Yuichi organizes a cultural exchange program allowing Japanese residents to visit Indian homes and facilities in Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population resides.
19:55 - 20:00
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Series, Documentary, News
The host explores NHK's booth at the event celebrating 20 years of JICA Global Plaza and the collaboration of the two organizations in promoting kids' interest in international cooperation.
20:00 - 20:28
Newsroom Tokyo
News
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
20:28 - 20:43
Direct Talk
Freedom at the Fingertips
Series, News, Documentary
Nail artist Kawajiri Mei discusses the inspiration behind her work. She explains how her imagination and unique sense of humor helped her earn widespread recognition.
20:43 - 20:55
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
August
Series, Documentary, Community
The host explores the lives of nuns who live at the Otowasan Kannonji Temple and sees how they prepare refreshing treats with winter melon.
20:55 - 21:00
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Rush Hour in Old Tokyo
Series, Art, History
The host examines "Yoroi Ferry at Koami-cho," a woodblock print by Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige that features a ferry transporting people across the Nihonbashi River.
21:00 - 21:30
Animation Documentary Iwata's Grandma
Documentary
Iwata's friend explores why Iwata's grandmother refuses to be in photos, shedding light on the atomic bomb tragedy and advocating kindness and hope.
21:30 - 22:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Series, Travel, Community, Documentary, History
The filmmakers shed light on "yokai," supernatural beings in Japanese folklore, and their mysterious messages to humanity.
22:00 - 22:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
22:30 - 23:00
Medical Frontiers
Technology to Tackle Pressure Injuries
Series, Medical, News
Advanced bedding and other technologies used in treating pressure injuries caused by limited mobility.
23:00 - 23:30
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
23:30 - 23:45
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
Series, Science, Documentary, Technology
Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. The filmmakers present safety tips for climbing them and the latest on eruption prediction research.
23:45 - 23:55
IMPACTS:Climates Change the World
World Heritage Under Threat: Episode 5 Protection through Education
Series, Documentary, Environment, Nature
To promote awareness of conservation efforts among the threat of climate change more and more, World Heritage Sites are now being utilized as tourist destinations and in educational programs.
23:55 - 00:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Legendary Fruit
Series, Documentary, History
The filmmakers explore Wakayama Prefecture, a big producer of Japanese citrus said to have its origins in a legendary fruit.