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
01:30 - 01:57
Grand Sumo Highlights
Day 6
Series, Sumo wrestling
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
01:57 - 02:00
Sumopedia
Kokugikan
Series, Sumo wrestling, Documentary
The filmmakers explore the Kokugikan Arena, the venue for grand sumo tournaments where spectators can eat while enjoying the match.
02:00 - 02:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
02:10 - 03:00
Documentary 360
Toki: Return of an Extinct Bird
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
03:00 - 03:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
03:10 - 04:00
Meet the Giants: Japan's Sacred Trees
Documentary
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
04:00 - 04:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
04:10 - 05:00
Cycle Around Japan
Akita - A Fleeting Artisanal Summer
Series, Bicycle, Community
Bicycle touring around the world.
05:00 - 05:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
05:10 - 05:40
Design X Stories
Guruguru Designs
Series, Arts/crafts, Documentary
The hosts explore swirling guruguru designs in various types of art, from prehistoric pottery to modern fashion.
05:40 - 05:50
U & I
He Might End Up Alone
Series, Children, Educational, Self improvement
Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.
05:50 - 06:00
Viewpoint Science
Describe It in Words
Series, Children, Science, Educational
The filmmakers show how to describe objects using words and how it helps people discover new things.
06:00 - 06:10
NHK Newsline
News
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
06:10 - 06:20
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini
EGGPLANT
Series, Cooking, How-to, News
Japanese eggplants vary by climate, and many peak-season varieties fill stores in summer; a visit to Niigata, Japan's top eggplant-consuming prefecture, highlights the area's local eggplant culture.
06:20 - 06:25
Hit the Road 5minutes
Chiba
Series, Documentary, Travel, Nature
Let's drive through Chiba Prefecture! We depart from Tokyo Station and enjoy magic hour at scenic Byobugaura; along the way, encounter Chiba's traditions and be amazed by their artistic quality.
06:25 - 06:30
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A Secret Comes to Light
Series, Art, History, Documentary
The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.
06:30 - 06:57
Grand Sumo Highlights
Day 6
Series, Sumo wrestling
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
06:57 - 07:00
Sumopedia
Kokugikan
Series, Sumo wrestling, Documentary
The filmmakers explore the Kokugikan Arena, the venue for grand sumo tournaments where spectators can eat while enjoying the match.
07:00 - 07:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
07:10 - 07:25
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
Send in the Robot Fire Brigade!
Series, Science, Documentary, Technology
A look at how the world's first robot fire brigade equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.
07:25 - 07:30
Design Museum Japan
The Playfulness of Plasterers
Series, Art, Documentary
Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.
07:30 - 08:00
Kabuki Kool
Before a Kabuki Tour Begins
Series, Drama, Dance
How do the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance?; actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.
08:00 - 08:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
08:10 - 09:00
Documentary 360
Toki: Return of an Extinct Bird
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
09:00 - 09:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
09:10 - 10:00
Meet the Giants: Japan's Sacred Trees
Documentary
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
10:00 - 10:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
10:10 - 10:20
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini
EGGPLANT
Series, Cooking, How-to, News
Japanese eggplants vary by climate, and many peak-season varieties fill stores in summer; a visit to Niigata, Japan's top eggplant-consuming prefecture, highlights the area's local eggplant culture.
10:20 - 10:25
Hit the Road 5minutes
Chiba
Series, Documentary, Travel, Nature
Let's drive through Chiba Prefecture! We depart from Tokyo Station and enjoy magic hour at scenic Byobugaura; along the way, encounter Chiba's traditions and be amazed by their artistic quality.
10:25 - 10:30
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A Secret Comes to Light
Series, Art, History, Documentary
The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.
10:30 - 10:57
Grand Sumo Highlights
Day 6
Series, Sumo wrestling
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
10:57 - 11:00
Sumopedia
Kokugikan
Series, Sumo wrestling, Documentary
The filmmakers explore the Kokugikan Arena, the venue for grand sumo tournaments where spectators can eat while enjoying the match.
11:00 - 11:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
11:10 - 11:40
Design X Stories
Guruguru Designs
Series, Arts/crafts, Documentary
The hosts explore swirling guruguru designs in various types of art, from prehistoric pottery to modern fashion.
11:40 - 11:50
U & I
He Might End Up Alone
Series, Children, Educational, Self improvement
Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.
11:50 - 12:00
Viewpoint Science
Describe It in Words
Series, Children, Science, Educational
The filmmakers show how to describe objects using words and how it helps people discover new things.
12:00 - 12:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
12:10 - 13:00
Cycle Around Japan
Akita - A Fleeting Artisanal Summer
Series, Bicycle, Community
Bicycle touring around the world.
13:00 - 13:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
13:10 - 13:25
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
Send in the Robot Fire Brigade!
Series, Science, Documentary, Technology
A look at how the world's first robot fire brigade equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.
13:25 - 13:30
Design Museum Japan
The Playfulness of Plasterers
Series, Art, Documentary
Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.
13:30 - 14:00
Kabuki Kool
Before a Kabuki Tour Begins
Series, Drama, Dance
How do the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance?; actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.
14:00 - 14:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
14:10 - 15:00
Documentary 360
Toki: Return of an Extinct Bird
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
15:00 - 15:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
15:10 - 16:10
Meet the Giants: Japan's Sacred Trees
Documentary
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
16:10 - 16:40
Biz Stream
Documentary, Bus./financial
The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.
16:40 - 16:50
U & I
He Might End Up Alone
Series, Children, Educational, Self improvement
Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.
16:50 - 17:00
Viewpoint Science
Describe It in Words
Series, Children, Science, Educational
The filmmakers show how to describe objects using words and how it helps people discover new things.
17:00 - 17:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
17:10 - 18:00
Cycle Around Japan
Akita - A Fleeting Artisanal Summer
Series, Bicycle, Community
Bicycle touring around the world.
18:00 - 18:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
18:10 - 18:20
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini
EGGPLANT
Series, Cooking, How-to, News
Japanese eggplants vary by climate, and many peak-season varieties fill stores in summer; a visit to Niigata, Japan's top eggplant-consuming prefecture, highlights the area's local eggplant culture.
18:20 - 18:25
Hit the Road 5minutes
Chiba
Series, Documentary, Travel, Nature
Let's drive through Chiba Prefecture! We depart from Tokyo Station and enjoy magic hour at scenic Byobugaura; along the way, encounter Chiba's traditions and be amazed by their artistic quality.
18:25 - 18:30
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A Secret Comes to Light
Series, Art, History, Documentary
The rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period.
18:30 - 19:00
Grand Sumo Highlights
Day 7
Series, Sumo wrestling
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
19:00 - 19:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
19:10 - 19:25
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
Send in the Robot Fire Brigade!
Series, Science, Documentary, Technology
A look at how the world's first robot fire brigade equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.
19:25 - 19:30
Design Museum Japan
The Playfulness of Plasterers
Series, Art, Documentary
Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.
19:30 - 20:00
Kabuki Kool
Before a Kabuki Tour Begins
Series, Drama, Dance
How do the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance?; actor Kataoka Ainosuke guides us through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.
20:00 - 20:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
20:10 - 21:00
Documentary 360
Toki: Return of an Extinct Bird
Series, Documentary
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
21:00 - 21:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
21:10 - 22:00
Meet the Giants: Japan's Sacred Trees
Documentary
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
22:00 - 22:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
22:10 - 22:40
Biz Stream
Documentary, Bus./financial
The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.
22:40 - 22:50
U & I
He Might End Up Alone
Series, Children, Educational, Self improvement
Nithya and Kalyan are parting ways even though the court gives them six months to reconsider their divorce; to further complicate things, lockdown hits and makes them stay in the same apartment.
22:50 - 23:00
Viewpoint Science
Describe It in Words
Series, Children, Science, Educational
The filmmakers show how to describe objects using words and how it helps people discover new things.
23:00 - 23:10
NHK Newsline
News
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
23:10 - 00:00
Cycle Around Japan
Akita - A Fleeting Artisanal Summer
Series, Bicycle, Community
Bicycle touring around the world.