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Browse the full NHK World TV guide for Wednesday, 21 October 2026. 61 programmes listed , including 16 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.

Early Morning

  1. 00:00 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
  2. 00:30 15m

    Activate Your Japanese!

    Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan
  3. 00:45 10m

    Dig More Japan!

    This show introduces NHK World's many attractive programmes in fun short videos - the clips will also be introduced on social media to meet the needs of people who are interested in Japan.
  4. 00:55 5m

    Dining with the Chef

    Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes in just five minutes as Chefs Saito and Rika present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food!
  5. 01:00 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
  6. 01:30 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.
  7. 02:00 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
  8. 02:30 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.
  9. 02:45 15m

    Japan's Top Inventions

    2072-022
    Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.
  10. 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
  11. 03:30 30m

    Frontrunners

    This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.
  12. 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
  13. 04:30 30m

    Science View

    Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences.
  14. 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
  15. 05:30 30m

    NHK World Selection

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

Morning

  1. 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
  2. 06:30 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 07:30 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.
  5. 07:45 15m

    Japan's Top Inventions

    2072-022
    Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.
  6. 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.
  7. 08:30 30m

    Frontrunners

    This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.
  8. 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
  9. 09:30 30m

    NHK World Selection

    A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
  10. 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
  11. 10:30 30m

    Science View

    Top Japanese scientists delve into the fascinating worlds of cutting-edge technology and the natural sciences.
  12. 11:00 30m

    NHK News 7

  13. 11:30 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.
  14. 11:45 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
  15. 11:55 5m

    Time-Lapse Japan

    NHK World-Japan presents a variety of short programmes focusing on Japan and Asia.

Daytime

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 12:43 12m

    NHK World Selection

    A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
  4. 12:55 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 13:30 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.
  7. 13:45 15m

    Japan's Top Inventions

    2072-022
    Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.
  8. 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
  9. 14:30 30m

    Frontrunners

    This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.
  10. 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
  11. 15:30 30m

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    'Trails to Oishii Tokyo' is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market, where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
  12. 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
  13. 16:30 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. 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
  15. 17:30 30m

    NHK World Selection

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

Tonight's Highlights

  1. 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
  2. 18:30 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.
  3. 18:45 15m

    Japan's Top Inventions

    2072-022
    Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 19:43 12m

    NHK World Selection

    A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
  7. 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.
  8. 20:00 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.
  9. 20:30 30m

    Frontrunners

    This show highlights professionals at the very forefront of their fields - we showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.
  10. 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
  11. 21:30 30m

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    'Trails to Oishii Tokyo' is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's food market, where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
  12. 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
  13. 22:30 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. 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
  15. 23:30 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.
  16. 23:45 15m

    Japan's Top Inventions

    2072-022
    Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets hidden behind the creation of Japan's most loved and intriguing inventions.

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