Browse the full NHK World TV guide for Thursday, 30 April 2026. 53 programmes listed , including 11 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.

Early Morning

00:00 15m

NHK Newsline

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

00:15 15m

Cycle Around Japan

A series of 15-minute episodes showcasing the stunning landscapes featured in Cycle Around Japan. This time: the rustic scenery of Akita and the dynamic coastlines of Aomori.

00:30 30m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

01:00 15m

NHK Newsline

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

01:15 10m

Herbal Symphony

Discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden in Uda - here the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule as a sanctuary of local culture and history.

01:25 5m

Satoyama Kitchen

Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto, and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.

01:30 30m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

02:00 15m

NHK Newsline

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

02:15 15m

Cinematic Journey

A scientific trek into Earth's memory - see Anami's ancient strata, the singing sands of Kotobikihama, and the geological time gaps of Uradome's rocks.

02:30 30m

Core Kyoto

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

03:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

03:30 30m

Japanology Plus

Johan Leutwiler from Switzerland is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith - in a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword-making.

04:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

04:30 30m

Trails to Oishii Tokyo

Kiriboshi daikon,daikon radish that's cut and sun-dried to preserve it. Both tasty and nutritious, it's gaining traction as a health food. Discover more about its unique texture and versatility.

05:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

05:30 30m

Backstage Japan

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

Morning

06:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

06:30 30m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

07:00 30m

Newsline Asia 24

07:30 30m

Core Kyoto

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

08:00 30m

Newsline Asia 24

08:30 30m

Japanology Plus

Johan Leutwiler from Switzerland is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith - in a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword-making.

09:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

09:30 30m

Backstage Japan

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

10:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

10:30 30m

Trails to Oishii Tokyo

Kiriboshi daikon,daikon radish that's cut and sun-dried to preserve it. Both tasty and nutritious, it's gaining traction as a health food. Discover more about its unique texture and versatility.

11:00 30m

NHK News 7

An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.

11:30 30m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Daytime

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 Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

12:43 12m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

12:55 5m

Ukiyo-e Edo-Life

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

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

Core Kyoto

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

14:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

14:30 30m

Japanology Plus

Johan Leutwiler from Switzerland is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith - in a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword-making.

15:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

15:30 30m

Japan Railway Journal

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use to travel tips and must-see places.

16:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

16:30 30m

NHK World Selection

A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

17:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

17:30 30m

Backstage Japan

Plunge into the depths of one of the world's largest aquariums and meet the amazing creatures that live there, as well as the people working to ensure their long-term survival.

Tonight's Highlights

18:00 30m

NHK Newsline

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

18:30 30m

Core Kyoto

The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

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 Talk' is an in-depth interview programme featuring business executives or people in the news who share their insights, information and analysis.

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

Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge, and here is a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in a bustling scene from everyday Edo life.

20:00 30m

Hometown Stories

With themes ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary social issues, these documentaries present intimate portraits of people's lives around Japan today.

20:30 30m

Japanology Plus

Johan Leutwiler from Switzerland is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith - in a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword-making.

21:00 1h

NHK Newsline

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

22:00 1h

NHK Newsline

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

23:00 1h

NHK Newsline

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

Early Morning

Morning

Daytime

Tonight's Highlights

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