TV Schedule for NHK World (WNJN-DT2) Montclair, NJ
Wednesday, May 6th TV listings for NHK World (WNJN-DT2) Montclair, NJ
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan Sericulture Rrevolution that Changed the World: Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites New
Features the now defunct Tomioka Silk Mill, a world heritage site that was once used to mass produce raw silk that Japan exported worldwide in the 19th century.
Japan From Above: Up Close Shonai Rice Farmer New
A rice farmer from Shonai, Yamagata Prefecture, shares stories of traditional farming and the philosophy of farm work.
Frontrunners Compost Promoter-Taira Yuiko
Composting expert Taira Yuiko talks about her organization, Local Food Cycling Compost, and its mission to promote sustainable food practices.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards Tokyo Cut Glass New
Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques have been passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. As an increasing number of women are pursuing the craft, they create popular new designs.
MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Yoshida Ryusei: Chichibu New
The host explores the process of making ryusei rockets that carry prayers from people in the community to the sky.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakame New
The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Herbal Symphony Spring: The Wisdom of Herbs New
The filmmakers explore how Harano Etsuro and his family take care of their private herb garden and preserve the wisdom and the legacy of their ancestors.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wagyu
Reporter Safiya Quinley visits a wagyu farm and explores various dishes that bring out wagyu's unique texture and flavor.
Dive in Tokyo Jimbocho - The World's Leading Town for Old Books
The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and trends coexist, while uncovering surprises along the way.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
My Street Piano Kanazawa New
The filmmakers place a piano at a commercial area in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture.
The Garden Way Koishikawa Korakuen, Tokyo
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan A Miraculous Paradise of Life: Ogasawara Islands New
The Ogasawara Islands are home to many unique species of both flora and fauna. Their interconnected cycle of life is supported by efforts to control invasive species that threaten their delicate balance.
Japan From Above: Up Close Ureshino Tea Grower New
The filmmakers explore Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea, and talk to a tea grower in Ueshino.
Direct Talk Breathing New Life into Old Kimonos
Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.
Japan's Top Inventions Laser Flaw Inspection Systems
The filmmakers uncover the origin story of laser flaw inspection systems, one of Japan's renowned innovations.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards Brown Gold New
Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.
One in Every Japanese 1/1000: Lay Judges New
Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.
The Masterpieces of Ukiyo-E Producer Tsutaju Woman with a Glass Noisemaker New
The filmmaker takes a closer look at Kitagawa Utamaro's ukiyo-e masterpiece, "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker".
Direct Talk A World Where Deafness Is Not a Barrier
Japanese dancer and choreographer Kondo Ryohei discusses the opening ceremony he directed for the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics and the potential of physical expression.
DOSUKOI Sumo Salon Top-Division Debutants New
Experts give a breakdown of the sumo world through in-depth analyses and unique stats, revealing the secrets and techniques of the traditional Japanese sport.
One in Every Japanese 1/1000: Lay Judges New
Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.
Ukiyoe Edo-Life A Napping Boy Dreams of Monsters New
The filmmakers examine a print of a mother comforting her son after having a bad dream, showing how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
Science View Squid Survival!
Science for our future; cutting edge research, innovation and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.
Frontrunners Compost Promoter-Taira Yuiko
Composting expert Taira Yuiko talks about her organization, Local Food Cycling Compost, and its mission to promote sustainable food practices.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
My Street Piano Shimanto
The filmmakers place a piano in a park in Shimanto, a nature-rich town in Kochi Prefecture.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakame
The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan Sericulture Rrevolution that Changed the World: Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites New
Features the now defunct Tomioka Silk Mill, a world heritage site that was once used to mass produce raw silk that Japan exported worldwide in the 19th century.
Japan From Above: Up Close Shonai Rice Farmer New
A rice farmer from Shonai, Yamagata Prefecture, shares stories of traditional farming and the philosophy of farm work.
Dive in Tokyo Jimbocho - The World's Leading Town for Old Books
The hosts explore Tokyo and its old towns to learn how tradition and trends coexist, while uncovering surprises along the way.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards Hall of Laughter New
The filmmakers look at an entertainment hall home to rakugo comic stories and more for over a century. It is a place to relax and forget worries, where food and drink are welcome.
MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Onabare: Kami New
The host takes a look into the training and preparations for the Onabare festival, which include parading a portable shrine through the streets and performing along the way.
Direct Talk Breathing New Life into Old Kimonos
Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.
Japan's Top Inventions Laser Flaw Inspection Systems
The filmmakers uncover the origin story of laser flaw inspection systems, one of Japan's renowned innovations.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Herbal Symphony Autumn: Preserving the Seeds New
Explores Nara's herb scene in autumn, the harvest season, through a visit to Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Nira New
Robin Barde learns more about nira by following its cultivation process in a greenhouse and savoring various dishes made with the ingredient.
The Garden Way Koishikawa Korakuen, Tokyo
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
My Street Piano Kagoshima New
Various passersby, from a kindergarten teacher to high school friends, play the street piano in front of Kagoshima Chuo Station.
A Home for Hope New
The filmmakers take a look at non-profit organizations that offer free tutoring to Japanese children born with foreign roots. The organizations aim to help them establish a sense of belonging and to promote inclusivity.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan A Miraculous Paradise of Life: Ogasawara Islands New
The Ogasawara Islands are home to many unique species of both flora and fauna. Their interconnected cycle of life is supported by efforts to control invasive species that threaten their delicate balance.
Japan From Above: Up Close Ureshino Tea Grower New
The filmmakers explore Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea, and talk to a tea grower in Ueshino.
Core Kyoto Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colours of Prayer Revived New
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colors of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colors and are attempting to revive them.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards Brown Gold New
Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.
Satoyama Kitchen Diary Leopard Plant Sharpens the Appetite New
Kogawa Nobuko and her husband Makoto take us on a culinary journey through the seasons featuring traditional recipes unique to the mountainous region of Hida Takayama in Gifu Prefecture.
Japanology Plus Sashiko Embroidery New
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Landscapes from the Saddle Nagasaki New
The filmmakers explore the beautiful scenery of Nagasaki and discover the Goto Islands and their history of hidden Christians.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakame
The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Somewhere Street A Short Stroll Budapest New
The filmmaker explores Budapest, Hungary, known as the Pearl of the Danube.
Backstage Japan New
Explore the hidden depths of Japan's landmarks, revealing a world of technology underpinned by imagination, dedication and attention to detail.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cinematic Journey GEOLOGICAL WONDERS New
Explorers traverse Japan's landscapes, uncovering cultural and natural wonders through immersive journeys into the nation's scenic beauty.
The filmmakers take a look at non-profit organizations that offer free tutoring to Japanese children born with foreign roots. The organizations aim to help them establish a sense of belonging and to promote inclusivity.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards Gourmet in the Park New
The filmmakers explore a restaurant, an oasis in central Tokyo, that has influenced Japanese food trends for over 100 years and holds ties to the post-WWII US occupation.
Satoyama Kitchen Diary Chestnuts Bring Sweet Happiness New
Grandpa Makoto and Grandma Nobuko went to see the autumn colors; it reminds me of a seasonal chestnut sweet called kuri-yose.
Core Kyoto Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colours of Prayer Revived
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colors of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colors and are attempting to revive them.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
CYCLE AROUND JAPAN Landscapes from the Saddle Western Honshu New
Japanology Plus Sashiko Embroidery
Deep dives into cultural phenomena with Peter Barakan, a bilingual British broadcaster based in Japan since 1974; each time, Peter himself discovers something new about Japan.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Somewhere Street A Short Stroll Hamelin New
The filmmaker explores the streets of Hamelin, Germany, famous for "The Pied Piper of Hamelin."
Explore the hidden depths of Japan's landmarks, revealing a world of technology underpinned by imagination, dedication and attention to detail.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cinematic Journey Sourthern Nagano in Spring New
Daniel Moore explores Nagano's stunning landscapes in springtime during a cinematic journey.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Wakame
The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.
NHK News 7 New
NEWS7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio; it's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers.
The filmmakers take a look at non-profit organizations that offer free tutoring to Japanese children born with foreign roots. The organizations aim to help them establish a sense of belonging and to promote inclusivity.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Century Signboards All About the Beans New
The filmmakers visit a 100-year-old café born out of the friendship between Brazil and Japan, where the coffee is so great that it was even loved by superstar John Lennon.
Time-Lapse Japan AMAMI: Island Colors New
Explores Amami Oshima, an island in the Japanese archipelago, through time-lapse footage highlighting the unique hues of the glossy black silk threads dyed on it and the blue ocean surrounding it.
Direct Talk Considering Our Future Through Dinosaur Research New
In June 2025, Kobayashi Yoshitsugu published a trailblazing paper, illuminating the evolutionary process of large tyrannosaurs. He explains how such research helps us consider the future of humanity.
DOSUKOI Sumo Salon 5 minutes Uwate Dashinage: Pulling Overarm Throw
One in Every Japanese 1/10: Married By Matching Apps
The filmmakers interview Japanese women who use matchmaking apps, including Manami, who uses multiple apps to find a perfect partner.
Ukiyoe Edo-Life A Napping Boy Dreams of Monsters
The filmmakers examine a print of a mother comforting her son after having a bad dream, showing how much the Edo townspeople cherished their kids.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Somewhere Street A Short Stroll Faro New
The filmmaker explores the streets of Faro, the southernmost city in Portugal.
Core Kyoto Phantom Dyeing: Ancient Colours of Prayer Revived
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colors of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colors and are attempting to revive them.