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    02/18/2023 4:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

    02/18/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 5:10 am

    Japan's Top Inventions

    Yoshino Akira explains the story behind the batteries of smartphones and laptops; Hamano Kazuhiro shares how dust collectors are made to keep workers safe.

    02/18/2023 5:40 am

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    Dr Hirotaka explains the latest technology helping to reduce damage from landslides in several areas of Japan.

    02/18/2023 5:55 am

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Featuring `The Wire Hanger Song'.

    02/18/2023 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 6:10 am

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Since opening the Yodaka Clinic, which specialises in providing home healthcare, Dr Maekaku and her staff have been fighting to improve quality of life for all of their elderly patients. Explores and showcases her ongoing work in this area.

    02/18/2023 6:40 am

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    A look at the traditional spring dates of seimei and kokuu. The temple chefs show how to make two seasonal specialties, yomogi rice cakes and bamboo shoots mixed with sansho leaves.

    02/18/2023 6:50 am

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    Explores the traditional Japanese times of rikka and shoman, two dates in the early summer season. The temple chefs show how to make Japanese kimpira stir fry with itadori and mehari-zushi.

    02/18/2023 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 7:10 am

    Global Agenda

    Experts discuss possible reforms that could ensure the United Nations remains relevant.

    02/18/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 8:10 am

    Japan's Top Inventions

    Yoshino Akira explains the story behind the batteries of smartphones and laptops; Hamano Kazuhiro shares how dust collectors are made to keep workers safe.

    02/18/2023 8:40 am

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    Dr Hirotaka explains the latest technology helping to reduce damage from landslides in several areas of Japan.

    02/18/2023 8:55 am

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Featuring `The Wire Hanger Song'.

    02/18/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 9:10 am

    Anime Supernova

    Showcasing the work of Sato Kodai, a creator who appeals to both children and adults. He combines heartwarming stories with cutting-edge technology while retaining the nostalgic feel of cel animation.

    02/18/2023 9:25 am

    Darwin's Amazing Animals

    Research has revealed that all the chirps and chatter that birds make are actually words and sentences. They have a language all of their own. Explores this fascinating bird language.

    02/18/2023 9:50 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    02/18/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 10:40 am

    Five Frames for Love

    Yuto's talents have seen him go viral. He is an artist who is skilled at drawing subjects in ways that relieve grief and bring joy. His mission is to bring that happiness to the wider world.

    02/18/2023 10:55 am

    Danko and Danta: Cardboard Craft Creations

    Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they construct and play a cardboard whack-a-Mole game set.

    02/18/2023 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 11:10 am

    Time Scoop Hunter

    A mission to the Warring States period of Japan, a time where top-secret messages were attached to arrows and fired from bows. Called yabumi, the successful delivery of a message could make the difference between life and death.

    02/18/2023 11:40 am

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    02/18/2023 11:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

    02/18/2023 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 12:10 pm

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Since opening the Yodaka Clinic, which specialises in providing home healthcare, Dr Maekaku and her staff have been fighting to improve quality of life for all of their elderly patients. Explores and showcases her ongoing work in this area.

    02/18/2023 12:40 pm

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    A look at the traditional spring dates of seimei and kokuu. The temple chefs show how to make two seasonal specialties, yomogi rice cakes and bamboo shoots mixed with sansho leaves.

    02/18/2023 12:50 pm

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    Explores the traditional Japanese times of rikka and shoman, two dates in the early summer season. The temple chefs show how to make Japanese kimpira stir fry with itadori and mehari-zushi.

    02/18/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 1:10 pm

    Global Agenda

    Experts discuss possible reforms that could ensure the United Nations remains relevant.

    02/18/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 2:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    A look at the business that collects plastic marine waste to turn it to useful products, including backpacks and bags from fishing nets.

    02/18/2023 2:40 pm

    Five Frames for Love

    Yuto's talents have seen him go viral. He is an artist who is skilled at drawing subjects in ways that relieve grief and bring joy. His mission is to bring that happiness to the wider world.

    02/18/2023 2:55 pm

    Japanology Plus mini

    Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at Japanese dog breeds. There are six breeds native to Japan, including Shiba Inu and Akita.

    02/18/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 3:10 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Explores how North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons is a growing threat to global security.

    02/18/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 4:10 pm

    Time Scoop Hunter

    A mission to the Warring States period of Japan, a time where top-secret messages were attached to arrows and fired from bows. Called yabumi, the successful delivery of a message could make the difference between life and death.

    02/18/2023 4:40 pm

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    02/18/2023 4:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

    02/18/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 5:10 pm

    Anime Supernova

    Showcasing the work of Sato Kodai, a creator who appeals to both children and adults. He combines heartwarming stories with cutting-edge technology while retaining the nostalgic feel of cel animation.

    02/18/2023 5:25 pm

    Darwin's Amazing Animals

    Research has revealed that all the chirps and chatter that birds make are actually words and sentences. They have a language all of their own. Explores this fascinating bird language.

    02/18/2023 5:50 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    02/18/2023 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 6:10 pm

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Since opening the Yodaka Clinic, which specialises in providing home healthcare, Dr Maekaku and her staff have been fighting to improve quality of life for all of their elderly patients. Explores and showcases her ongoing work in this area.

    02/18/2023 6:40 pm

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    A look at the traditional spring dates of seimei and kokuu. The temple chefs show how to make two seasonal specialties, yomogi rice cakes and bamboo shoots mixed with sansho leaves.

    02/18/2023 6:50 pm

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    Explores the traditional Japanese times of rikka and shoman, two dates in the early summer season. The temple chefs show how to make Japanese kimpira stir fry with itadori and mehari-zushi.

    02/18/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 7:10 pm

    Global Agenda

    Experts discuss possible reforms that could ensure the United Nations remains relevant.

    02/18/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 8:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    A look at the business that collects plastic marine waste to turn it to useful products, including backpacks and bags from fishing nets.

    02/18/2023 8:40 pm

    Five Frames for Love

    Yuto's talents have seen him go viral. He is an artist who is skilled at drawing subjects in ways that relieve grief and bring joy. His mission is to bring that happiness to the wider world.

    02/18/2023 8:55 pm

    Danko and Danta: Cardboard Craft Creations

    Cardboard girl Danko, her friend Danta, and craft master Mr Snips team up to make toys out of cardboard. In this episode, they construct and play a cardboard whack-a-Mole game set.

    02/18/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 9:10 pm

    Anime Supernova

    Showcasing the work of Sato Kodai, a creator who appeals to both children and adults. He combines heartwarming stories with cutting-edge technology while retaining the nostalgic feel of cel animation.

    02/18/2023 9:25 pm

    Darwin's Amazing Animals

    Research has revealed that all the chirps and chatter that birds make are actually words and sentences. They have a language all of their own. Explores this fascinating bird language.

    02/18/2023 9:50 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    02/18/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 10:10 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Explores how North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons is a growing threat to global security.

    02/18/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/18/2023 11:10 pm

    Time Scoop Hunter

    A mission to the Warring States period of Japan, a time where top-secret messages were attached to arrows and fired from bows. Called yabumi, the successful delivery of a message could make the difference between life and death.

    02/18/2023 11:40 pm

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    02/18/2023 11:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

    02/19/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/19/2023 12:10 am

    J-Flicks

    A special look at the legendary filmmaker Ozu Yasujirō, a Japanese director behind films including `Early Summer' and `Tokyo Story', dedicated to lovers of classic Japanese cinema.

    02/19/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/19/2023 1:10 am

    Hometown Stories

    Explores a Japanese school that established a special class for students with foreign backgrounds who might otherwise have struggled with their schoolwork due to language problems.

    02/19/2023 1:37 am

    Easy Japanese

    Learn how to ask about locations. If you want to know where something is, simply put wa doko desu ka after its name.

    02/19/2023 1:40 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for the vermillion shrine gates that line mountain paths. As the head Inari shrine, it has 30,000 subordinate shrines throughout Japan. Since its foundation in 711, the Inari deities have attracted prayers.

    02/19/2023 1:45 am

    Wild Hokkaido!

    Capturing the hidden gems of Hokkaido through a look at Lake Onneto during winter.

    02/19/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/19/2023 2:10 am

    Face to Face

    Robert Campbell takes a closer look at Japanese society by conducting interviews with artists, writers, musicians, innovators and other figures who embody the rich culture of modern Japan.

    02/19/2023 2:40 am

    No Art, No Life Plus

    Outsider artists like Baba Haruto are gaining recognition all around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. A look at how these artists live and work.

    02/19/2023 2:50 am

    Dining with the Chef Mini

    Chef Rika presents a fun, easy-to-follow recipe for spoon-molded sushi, a different and unusual kind of sushi that is hard to find.

    02/19/2023 2:55 am

    Doki Doki! NHK WORLD: JAPAN

    Introducing `Rene Goes to School' and its depiction of a Cameroonian manga creator who moved to Japan at a young age and has since started working on activities that let people overcome cultural differences.

    02/19/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/19/2023 3:10 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at the business that collects plastic marine waste to turn it to useful products, including backpacks and bags from fishing nets.

    02/19/2023 3:40 am

    Little Charo

    The adventures of Charo, a Japanese dog who finds himself lost in New York City and decides to find his way back home.

    02/19/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

    Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.

    02/19/2023 4:10 am

    Somewhere Street

    A unique walking-eye view of the greatest cities around the globe. Featuring chats with locals and enjoying encounters that only strolling the city streets can bring.

    NHK World Europe

    Available schedules: 03/26/2022 - 12/28/2024 Time zone: Central European Time (CET) UTC +1 Country: United States Language: English

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