Browse the full NHK World TV guide for Monday, 19 October 2026. 75 programmes listed , including 22 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.
Early Morning
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00:00 10m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
00:10 50m
Somewhere Street
A unique walking-eye view of cities around the globe! Chat to the locals and enjoy encounters that only strolling the streets can bring. -
01:00 10m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
01:10 5m
Chatroom Japan
A spotlight on our diverse international community as we report on issues, speak to those involved, and get a fresh look at what it's like to live in Japan. -
01:15 10m
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World
Emissions of methane gas, which has a strong effect on global warming, are at a peak. In Japan, where 40% of methane emissions come from rice farming, finding a solution is of great importance -
01:25 5m
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01:30 25m
The Factory Wonders
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. -
01:55 5m
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02:00 10m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
02:10 5m
The Seasons of Yamato
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 -
02:15 15m
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science. -
02:30 10m
Magical Japanese
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language with scenes from Japan; many fascinating aspects of Japanese - like onomatopeia - are also introduced. -
02:40 5m
Easy Japanese
A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking -
02:45 10m
Culture Crossroads
This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements and disaster preparedness. -
02:55 5m
Hello! NHK World-Japan
We introduce the contents and activities of NHK World-Japan to make the channel and its programmes known to more people - this is the window of the station to the world! -
03:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
03:30 30m
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. -
04:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
04:30 30m
Biz Stream
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. -
05:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
05:30 30m
Hometown Stories
Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching the lives of others.
Morning
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06:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
06:30 25m
The Factory Wonders
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. -
06:55 5m
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07:00 30m
Newsline Asia 24
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. -
07:30 10m
Magical Japanese
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language with scenes from Japan; many fascinating aspects of Japanese - like onomatopeia - are also introduced. -
07:40 5m
Easy Japanese
A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking -
07:45 10m
Culture Crossroads
This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements and disaster preparedness. -
07:55 5m
Hello! NHK World-Japan
We introduce the contents and activities of NHK World-Japan to make the channel and its programmes known to more people - this is the window of the station to the world! -
08:00 30m
Newsline Asia 24
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. -
08:30 30m
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. -
09:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
09:30 30m
Hometown Stories
Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching the lives of others. -
10:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
10:30 30m
Journeys in Japan
Reporters travel across Japan, discovering the charms of each place they visitEnglish-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks -
11:00 30m
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11:30 25m
The Factory Wonders
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. -
11:55 5m
Daytime
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12:00 28m
Newsroom Tokyo
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. -
12:28 15m
Direct Talk
Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. -
12:43 12m
Culture Crossroads
This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements and disaster preparedness. -
12:55 5m
Hello! NHK World-Japan
We introduce the contents and activities of NHK World-Japan to make the channel and its programmes known to more people - this is the window of the station to the world! -
13:00 30m
Newsroom Tokyo
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. -
13:30 30m
Dive in Tokyo
Tokyo: a place where both tradtion and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way. -
14:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
14:30 30m
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. -
15:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
15:30 30m
Medical Frontiers
From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle. -
16:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
16:30 25m
The Factory Wonders
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. -
16:55 5m
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17:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
17:30 30m
Hometown Stories
Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching the lives of others.
Tonight's Highlights
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18:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
18:30 10m
Magical Japanese
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language with scenes from Japan; many fascinating aspects of Japanese - like onomatopeia - are also introduced. -
18:40 5m
Easy Japanese
A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking -
18:45 10m
Culture Crossroads
This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements and disaster preparedness. -
18:55 5m
Hello! NHK World-Japan
We introduce the contents and activities of NHK World-Japan to make the channel and its programmes known to more people - this is the window of the station to the world! -
19:00 28m
Newsroom Tokyo
This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. -
19:28 15m
Direct Talk
Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world. -
19:43 12m
NHK World Selection
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English. -
19:55 5m
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo - more than a million people enjoyed life in this city, and they live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Take a deep dive into ukiyo-e and explore old Tokyo's soul. -
20:00 30m
Today's Close-Up
Controversial domestic and global issues that affect Japan are probed and discussed. -
20:30 30m
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. -
21:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
21:30 30m
Medical Frontiers
From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle. -
22:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
22:30 15m
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
...Your Life. Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science. -
22:45 10m
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World
Emissions of methane gas, which has a strong effect on global warming, are at a peak. In Japan, where 40% of methane emissions come from rice farming, finding a solution is of great importance -
22:55 5m
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23:00 30m
NHK Newsline
NHK Newsline brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together -
23:30 10m
Magical Japanese
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language with scenes from Japan; many fascinating aspects of Japanese - like onomatopeia - are also introduced. -
23:40 5m
Easy Japanese
A new version of Easy Japanese is coming to TV first this time. Learn simple expressions you can put to use whether you're visiting or staying; tune in and start speaking -
23:45 10m
Culture Crossroads
This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements and disaster preparedness. -
23:55 5m
Hello! NHK World-Japan
We introduce the contents and activities of NHK World-Japan to make the channel and its programmes known to more people - this is the window of the station to the world!