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.
00:30 Japanology Plus
David Stanley Hewett, an American artist in Japan. In a Japanophiles interview with Peter Barakan, he speaks about his use of Japanese techniques and materials, and how Japan inspires him.
01:00 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.
01:30 Medical Frontiers
A Japanese hospital that treats rheumatoid arthritis through a team approach is seeing results. A pioneering study has led to higher remission rates. And an innovative surgery spares patient's joints.
02:00 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.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 19, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 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 Seasoning the Seasons
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today: Autumn in Tohoku.
04:00 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 TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
Fashion isn't how you look, it's how you live. Harry Sugiyama joins fashion editor and writer Yoko Yagi on a tour of Tokyo's "it" stores to get an inside look on real Tokyo style.
05:00 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 Inside Lens
Happier than reality? We follow people in megacity Tokyo who seek happiness by renting friends and families or sending their stuffed animals travelling on their behalf to make friends on SNS.
06:00 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 J-Trip Plan
Travel the history and nature of Nagano Pref. The mountains hold amazing vistas year round. Watch wildlife, eat soothing food, discover the meaning of Buddhist statues and admire verdant wasabi farms.
07:00 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.
07:30 Medical Frontiers
A Japanese hospital that treats rheumatoid arthritis through a team approach is seeing results. A pioneering study has led to higher remission rates. And an innovative surgery spares patient's joints.
08:00 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.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 19, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 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 Journeys in Japan
Kit Pancoast Nagamura visits Lake Towada where she discovers unspoiled beauty, extraordinary 20th-century wooden architecture, and historic mine ruins... all against the backdrop of autumn foliage.
10:00 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 imagine-nation
Featuring horror manga artist, Junji Ito. Often portraying human desires in disturbing detail, his works gained a high reputation abroad, especially in China. We dig in deeper about his thoughts.
11:00 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.
11:30 Document 72 Hours
Why do so many people visit a straight, 780-meter undersea tunnel with no view? For 3 days, we talked to people passing through this tunnel linking Fukuoka Pref. and Yamaguchi Pref. in western Japan.
11:55 Easy Japanese
#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday."
12:00 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.
12:30 J-Trip Plan
Travel the history and nature of Nagano Pref. The mountains hold amazing vistas year round. Watch wildlife, eat soothing food, discover the meaning of Buddhist statues and admire verdant wasabi farms.
13:00 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.
13:30 Medical Frontiers
A Japanese hospital that treats rheumatoid arthritis through a team approach is seeing results. A pioneering study has led to higher remission rates. And an innovative surgery spares patient's joints.
14:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 19, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 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 Journeys in Japan
Kit Pancoast Nagamura visits Lake Towada where she discovers unspoiled beauty, extraordinary 20th-century wooden architecture, and historic mine ruins... all against the backdrop of autumn foliage.
16:00 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 imagine-nation
Featuring horror manga artist, Junji Ito. Often portraying human desires in disturbing detail, his works gained a high reputation abroad, especially in China. We dig in deeper about his thoughts.
17:00 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 Document 72 Hours
Why do so many people visit a straight, 780-meter undersea tunnel with no view? For 3 days, we talked to people passing through this tunnel linking Fukuoka Pref. and Yamaguchi Pref. in western Japan.
17:55 Easy Japanese
#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday."
18:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 19, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 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.
19:30 Medical Frontiers
A Japanese hospital that treats rheumatoid arthritis through a team approach is seeing results. A pioneering study has led to higher remission rates. And an innovative surgery spares patient's joints.
20:00 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.
20:30 Document 72 Hours
Why do so many people visit a straight, 780-meter undersea tunnel with no view? For 3 days, we talked to people passing through this tunnel linking Fukuoka Pref. and Yamaguchi Pref. in western Japan.
20:55 Easy Japanese
#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday."
21:00 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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Internationally renowned architect Toyo Ito seeks not only to refine design and function, but also build architecture that understands how people actually live. What is his vision for architecture?
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 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.
22:30 Journeys in Japan
Kit Pancoast Nagamura visits Lake Towada where she discovers unspoiled beauty, extraordinary 20th-century wooden architecture, and historic mine ruins... all against the backdrop of autumn foliage.
23:00 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.
23:30 imagine-nation
Featuring horror manga artist, Junji Ito. Often portraying human desires in disturbing detail, his works gained a high reputation abroad, especially in China. We dig in deeper about his thoughts.
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.
00:30 Trails to Tsukiji
A citrus native to Japan, SUDACHI is used for its juice and as a condiment that elevates flavors to a new height with its acidity and aroma. We visit Tokushima Pref. to capture its delicate charm.
01:00 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.
01:30 Science View
We look at how lasers, satellites, x-rays, and software are improving inspections of Japan's aging infrastructure. We also look at making artificial hip joints more durable and World Cleanup Day.
02:00 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.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 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 Journeys in Japan
Kit Pancoast Nagamura visits Lake Towada where she discovers unspoiled beauty, extraordinary 20th-century wooden architecture, and historic mine ruins... all against the backdrop of autumn foliage.
04:00 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 imagine-nation
Featuring horror manga artist, Junji Ito. Often portraying human desires in disturbing detail, his works gained a high reputation abroad, especially in China. We dig in deeper about his thoughts.
05:00 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 Document 72 Hours
Why do so many people visit a straight, 780-meter undersea tunnel with no view? For 3 days, we talked to people passing through this tunnel linking Fukuoka Pref. and Yamaguchi Pref. in western Japan.
05:55 Easy Japanese
#14 I want to go to Japan someday. / A verb with "te mitai desu" means "want to do something that you haven't done before." "Nihon e itte mitai desu" means "I want to go to Japan someday."
06:00 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 Japanology Plus
David Stanley Hewett, an American artist in Japan. In a Japanophiles interview with Peter Barakan, he speaks about his use of Japanese techniques and materials, and how Japan inspires him.
07:00 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.
07:30 Science View
We look at how lasers, satellites, x-rays, and software are improving inspections of Japan's aging infrastructure. We also look at making artificial hip joints more durable and World Cleanup Day.
08:00 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.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Japanese martial arts are a great way to train both the body and mind. Today, we'll discover a range of places where visitors to Tokyo can give these arts a try.
10:00 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 RAKUGO NIPPON! -IWATE-
RAKUGO NIPPON! will follow a RAKUGO performer's trip to Iwate where inspirations are turned into an original RAKUGO story. This episode on Iwate's coastal region will explore its delicious seafoods!
10:45 Close to ART
The Aomori Museum of Art's simple exterior houses remarkably diverse works: striking woodblock prints, the designs for TV superheroes and other art showing Aomori's unmistakable colors.
11:00 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.
11:30 Her Story
Chen Yan is a Chinese piano tuner. Born without sight, she now runs a successful company providing employment for other visually impaired piano tuners who have difficulty finding work elsewhere.
11:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
12:00 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.
12:30 Japanology Plus
David Stanley Hewett, an American artist in Japan. In a Japanophiles interview with Peter Barakan, he speaks about his use of Japanese techniques and materials, and how Japan inspires him.
13:00 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.
13:30 Science View
We look at how lasers, satellites, x-rays, and software are improving inspections of Japan's aging infrastructure. We also look at making artificial hip joints more durable and World Cleanup Day.
14:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Japanese martial arts are a great way to train both the body and mind. Today, we'll discover a range of places where visitors to Tokyo can give these arts a try.
16:00 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 RAKUGO NIPPON! -IWATE-
RAKUGO NIPPON! will follow a RAKUGO performer's trip to Iwate where inspirations are turned into an original RAKUGO story. This episode on Iwate's coastal region will explore its delicious seafoods!
16:45 Close to ART
The Aomori Museum of Art's simple exterior houses remarkably diverse works: striking woodblock prints, the designs for TV superheroes and other art showing Aomori's unmistakable colors.
17:00 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 Her Story
Chen Yan is a Chinese piano tuner. Born without sight, she now runs a successful company providing employment for other visually impaired piano tuners who have difficulty finding work elsewhere.
17:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
18:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 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.
19:30 Science View
We look at how lasers, satellites, x-rays, and software are improving inspections of Japan's aging infrastructure. We also look at making artificial hip joints more durable and World Cleanup Day.
20:00 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.
20:30 Her Story
Chen Yan is a Chinese piano tuner. Born without sight, she now runs a successful company providing employment for other visually impaired piano tuners who have difficulty finding work elsewhere.
20:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
21:00 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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Robots will one day become a part of our everyday lives. Zhou Jian believes that letting children learn about robots and get used to the idea of living with them is an important part of education.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 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.
22:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Japanese martial arts are a great way to train both the body and mind. Today, we'll discover a range of places where visitors to Tokyo can give these arts a try.
23:00 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.
23:30 RAKUGO NIPPON! -IWATE-
RAKUGO NIPPON! will follow a RAKUGO performer's trip to Iwate where inspirations are turned into an original RAKUGO story. This episode on Iwate's coastal region will explore its delicious seafoods!
23:45 Close to ART
The Aomori Museum of Art's simple exterior houses remarkably diverse works: striking woodblock prints, the designs for TV superheroes and other art showing Aomori's unmistakable colors.
00:00 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.
00:30 Journeys in Japan
Huang Haiyan enjoys the fall colors and flavors at sacred Mt. Togakushi (Nagano Pref.) On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
01:00 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.
01:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, we focus on calculators, and the pocket-sized version developed in Japan in 1972.
01:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Sapporo in winter. Unknown nature that has survived urbanization.
02:00 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.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 21, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 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 TOKYO EYE 2020
Japanese martial arts are a great way to train both the body and mind. Today, we'll discover a range of places where visitors to Tokyo can give these arts a try.
04:00 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 RAKUGO NIPPON! -IWATE-
RAKUGO NIPPON! will follow a RAKUGO performer's trip to Iwate where inspirations are turned into an original RAKUGO story. This episode on Iwate's coastal region will explore its delicious seafoods!
04:45 Close to ART
The Aomori Museum of Art's simple exterior houses remarkably diverse works: striking woodblock prints, the designs for TV superheroes and other art showing Aomori's unmistakable colors.
05:00 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 Her Story
Chen Yan is a Chinese piano tuner. Born without sight, she now runs a successful company providing employment for other visually impaired piano tuners who have difficulty finding work elsewhere.
05:50 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
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 Trails to Tsukiji
A citrus native to Japan, SUDACHI is used for its juice and as a condiment that elevates flavors to a new height with its acidity and aroma. We visit Tokushima Pref. to capture its delicate charm.
07:00 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.
07:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, we focus on calculators, and the pocket-sized version developed in Japan in 1972.
07:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Sapporo in winter. Unknown nature that has survived urbanization.
08:00 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.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 21, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 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 Core Kyoto
Today: Kurama in northern Kyoto is a mountain shrouded in mystical folklore. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
10:00 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Weaving. For millennia, people turned plant fibers into clothes. Traditional Nishijin producer Masataka Hosoo explores how beautiful woven design evolved into cultures and fashions.
11:00 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.
11:30 RISING
Follow a startup working with universities and technical workshops to create satellites to tackle the sea of man-made space debris polluting Earth's orbit after decades of space exploration.
12:00 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.
12:30 Trails to Tsukiji
A citrus native to Japan, SUDACHI is used for its juice and as a condiment that elevates flavors to a new height with its acidity and aroma. We visit Tokushima Pref. to capture its delicate charm.
13:00 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.
13:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, we focus on calculators, and the pocket-sized version developed in Japan in 1972.
13:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Sapporo in winter. Unknown nature that has survived urbanization.
14:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 21, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 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 Core Kyoto
Today: Kurama in northern Kyoto is a mountain shrouded in mystical folklore. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
16:00 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Weaving. For millennia, people turned plant fibers into clothes. Traditional Nishijin producer Masataka Hosoo explores how beautiful woven design evolved into cultures and fashions.
17:00 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 RISING
Follow a startup working with universities and technical workshops to create satellites to tackle the sea of man-made space debris polluting Earth's orbit after decades of space exploration.
18:00 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 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 21, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 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.
19:30 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, we focus on calculators, and the pocket-sized version developed in Japan in 1972.
19:45 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons. Sapporo in winter. Unknown nature that has survived urbanization.
20:00 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.
20:30 RISING
Follow a startup working with universities and technical workshops to create satellites to tackle the sea of man-made space debris polluting Earth's orbit after decades of space exploration.
21:00 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.
21:40 Direct Talk
Akiko Horiba works in conflict zones across Asia to end violence by laying groundwork for peace. We spoke to her about how she supports the peace mediation process, and her passion for peacebuilding.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan.
22:00 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.
22:30 Core Kyoto
Today: Kurama in northern Kyoto is a mountain shrouded in mystical folklore. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
23:00 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.
23:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Weaving. For millennia, people turned plant fibers into clothes. Traditional Nishijin producer Masataka Hosoo explores how beautiful woven design evolved into cultures and fashions.
00:00 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.
00:10 Making an international specialist
A Nagoya graduate school has trained students from developing countries to become nation leading specialists for many years. This program will explore how the school makes an international specialist.
00:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPICS
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa".
00:30 Dining with the Chef
Today's recipe: (1) Ginger Pork Salad (2) Dried Scallops and Ginger Rice (3) Instant Ginger Soup. You can cook modern Japanese home meals by yourself with Rika's fun lesson!
01:00 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.
01:30 Japan Railway Journal
Echizen Railway is working to ensure its future, providing specialized services for the local community, including onboard attendants. See the challenges this beloved railway has overcome.
02:00 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.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 22, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 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 Core Kyoto
Today: Kurama in northern Kyoto is a mountain shrouded in mystical folklore. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive program.
04:00 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 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Weaving. For millennia, people turned plant fibers into clothes. Traditional Nishijin producer Masataka Hosoo explores how beautiful woven design evolved into cultures and fashions.
05:00 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 RISING
Follow a startup working with universities and technical workshops to create satellites to tackle the sea of man-made space debris polluting Earth's orbit after decades of space exploration.
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 Journeys in Japan
Huang Haiyan enjoys the fall colors and flavors at sacred Mt. Togakushi (Nagano Pref.) On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
07:00 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.
07:30 Japan Railway Journal
Echizen Railway is working to ensure its future, providing specialized services for the local community, including onboard attendants. See the challenges this beloved railway has overcome.
08:00 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.
08:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 22, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
08:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
09:00 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 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
10:00 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 Kawaii International
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Kawaii Tableware from "Tradition" to Today.
11:00 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.
11:30 Asia Insight
Amidst a huge income gap in China, many young uneducated migrants are attending night school to gain skills and licenses, hoping to survive in the city and break the cycle of the working poor.
12:00 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.
12:10 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Public Rest Rooms.
12:30 Journeys in Japan
Huang Haiyan enjoys the fall colors and flavors at sacred Mt. Togakushi (Nagano Pref.) On this program, get to know the real Japan and discover useful travel tips.
13:00 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.
13:10 The Sea of Japan
When spring comes, the Sea of Japan flourishes as plankton reach peak levels. Firefly squid spawn along the shoreline, emitting magical blue light in the surf on nights of the new moon.
13:25 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
A charity song produced by NHK to support recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. All royalties for composition and lyrics are being donated. Let's expand the awareness around the world.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Echizen Railway is working to ensure its future, providing specialized services for the local community, including onboard attendants. See the challenges this beloved railway has overcome.
14:00 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.
14:10 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
14:25 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Exploring shrines and temples.
14:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 22, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
14:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
15:00 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.
15:10 The Sea of Japan
Frigid winter winds bring stormy weather to the Sea of Japan, but undersea, life flourishes. Shoals of Japanese amberjack migrate to the area, and deep-sea fishes come into the shallows to spawn.
15:25 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
15:30 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
16:00 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.
16:10 Making an international specialist
A Nagoya graduate school has trained students from developing countries to become nation leading specialists for many years. This program will explore how the school makes an international specialist.
16:25 ANIMATION X PARALYMPICS
Para-sport meets anime ahead of Tokyo 2020. The 5-a-side football episode which story was directed by Yoichi Takahashi, the creator of the popular manga and animation series "Captain Tsubasa".
16:30 Kawaii International
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Kawaii Tableware from "Tradition" to Today.
17:00 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.
17:10 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Public Rest Rooms.
17:30 Asia Insight
Amidst a huge income gap in China, many young uneducated migrants are attending night school to gain skills and licenses, hoping to survive in the city and break the cycle of the working poor.
18:00 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.
18:10 Home Sweet Tokyo
With the school canteen out of commission, parents must prepare lunchboxes. Alice's pleas to her father to make a cute Japanese lunchbox falls on deaf ears.
18:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 22, Day 12 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
18:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
19:00 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.
19:10 The Sea of Japan
When spring comes, the Sea of Japan flourishes as plankton reach peak levels. Firefly squid spawn along the shoreline, emitting magical blue light in the surf on nights of the new moon.
19:25 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
A charity song produced by NHK to support recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. All royalties for composition and lyrics are being donated. Let's expand the awareness around the world.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Echizen Railway is working to ensure its future, providing specialized services for the local community, including onboard attendants. See the challenges this beloved railway has overcome.
20:00 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.
20:30 Asia Insight
Amidst a huge income gap in China, many young uneducated migrants are attending night school to gain skills and licenses, hoping to survive in the city and break the cycle of the working poor.
21:00 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.
21:30 Four Seasons in Japan
Japan's natural beauty is revealed as our cameras capture magnificent landscapes and hidden scenic spots.
21:40 Direct Talk
Dale Dougherty founded Make magazine and Maker Faire to counter consumer culture and revive the DIY spirit among generations of tech-savvy enthusiasts. He talks about the importance of being a maker.
21:55 Fudoki
"Fudoki" is a five-minute documentary program, introducing the unique environment, festivals and their life-style which have been preserved throughout Japan. Shikoku: Guidebook for a Pilgrimage.
22:00 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.
22:10 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
22:25 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Exploring shrines and temples.
22:30 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
23:00 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.
23:10 The Sea of Japan
Frigid winter winds bring stormy weather to the Sea of Japan, but undersea, life flourishes. Shoals of Japanese amberjack migrate to the area, and deep-sea fishes come into the shallows to spawn.
23:25 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
23:30 Kawaii International
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Kawaii Tableware from "Tradition" to Today.
00:00 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.
00:10 great gear
[Transform the Way You Drive, CEATEC 2018, Rise of the Mirrorless] "great gear" brings you the latest products born from unique Japanese ideas and technologies.
00:40 Direct Talk
Nousaku Corporation developed the world's first 100% tin tableware. We asked president Katsuji Nousaku about his hopes of revitalizing the traditional metalworking area where his company is based.
00:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Gusuku Sites of the Kingdom of Ryukyu.
01:00 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.
01:10 JAPANGLE
JAPANGLE is a series of educational entertainment programs that put a spotlight on various aspects of Japan. This episode is Public Rest Rooms.
01:30 Today's Close-Up
This cutting-edge program brings you the latest information on Japanese society, probing trending issues from diverse and critical perspectives.
01:55 World Heritage Wonders
Drawing on a vast archive of high-quality video and still images, NHK and UNESCO present the beauty and mystique of our shared heritage in an inspiring documentary series. Today: Tamgaly.
02:00 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.
02:10 Home Sweet Tokyo
With the school canteen out of commission, parents must prepare lunchboxes. Alice's pleas to her father to make a cute Japanese lunchbox falls on deaf ears.
02:30 GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today we feature higher-ranked wrestlers' best bouts from Nov. 23, Day 13 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Fukuoka.
02:55 Sumopedia
Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.
03:00 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.
03:10 The Sea of Japan
When spring comes, the Sea of Japan flourishes as plankton reach peak levels. Firefly squid spawn along the shoreline, emitting magical blue light in the surf on nights of the new moon.
03:25 FLOWERS WILL BLOOM
A charity song produced by NHK to support recovery efforts in the disaster-hit parts of Tohoku. All royalties for composition and lyrics are being donated. Let's expand the awareness around the world.
03:30 SPIRIT OF JAPAN
The Geta Prince - A New Take on Tradition: The program follows a young artisan's wide-ranging efforts to produce and promote "Hita geta sandals that are loved by all" and his thoughts behind them.
04:00 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.
04:10 The Sea of Japan
Flourishing seaweed turns the clear waters of the Sea of Japan vibrant in autumn. Shoals of sandfish arrive to spawn, filling the nets of waiting fishermen as they fill the bays with eggs.
04:25 Teach me Ninja Sensei
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's first original short animation! Learn everything you wanted to know about Japan through the eyes of Ninja Sensei. Today's Lesson: Exploring shrines and temples.
04:30 Kawaii International
Experience the essence of cuteness through this chronicle of "kawaii"-style pop culture. Aficionados of "kawaii" will find what they need right here. Kawaii Tableware from "Tradition" to Today.
05:00 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.
05:10 The Sea of Japan
Frigid winter winds bring stormy weather to the Sea of Japan, but undersea, life flourishes. Shoals of Japanese amberjack migrate to the area, and deep-sea fishes come into the shallows to spawn.
05:25 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE(2)
The top 3 geisha idol celebrities in Edo: Tomimoto Toyohina, Takashima Ohisa, and Naniwaya Kita. See how Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of female beauty has illustrated them so differently.
05:30 Asia Insight
Amidst a huge income gap in China, many young uneducated migrants are attending night school to gain skills and licenses, hoping to survive in the city and break the cycle of the working poor.