Schedules


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    03/27/2023 3:55 am

    Time-lapse Journey

    For over 100 years, Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms. A look at the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

    03/27/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 4:15 am

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/27/2023 4:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from March 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Interviews with leaders, academics, visionaries and entrepreneurs whose work is changing the world. Offers insight into those who are applying their skills to solve challenges at a local, regional and international level.

    03/27/2023 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 5:57 am

    Sound Trip

    Explores the small village called Joujouka in Morocco where there is a magical festival believed to heal one's soul.

    03/27/2023 6:00 am

    Newsline Asia 24

    Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

    03/27/2023 6:30 am

    U & I

    Promoting greater understanding and helping children develop more empathy for others. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to aid people in a variety of situations.

    03/27/2023 6:40 am

    Danko and Danta: Cardboard Craft Creations

    Danko and Danta come up with a fun idea to make a dinosaur that comes with a fun surprise, all created by the wonderfulness of cardboard.

    03/27/2023 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    Survivors of natural disasters in Japan talk about how they adapt to life post-disaster and find ways to prepare themselves.

    03/27/2023 6:55 am

    Dining with the Chef Mini

    The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Yu Hayami cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.

    03/27/2023 7:00 am

    Newsline Asia 24

    Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.

    03/27/2023 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Nagasaki Prefecture is often referred to as the home of Christianity in Japan. As Nagasaki was one of the ports for overseas trade during the 16th century, many became believers, but what followed was a long and painful era for Japanese Christians.

    03/27/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

    Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.

    03/27/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 8:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A birds-eye view of unique landscapes across Japan as well as intimate portraits of its inhabitants. Meeting a family in Okinawa Prefecture as they celebrate a festival dedicated to their ancestors.

    03/27/2023 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights programme for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from March 26, Day 15 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

    Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.

    03/27/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Tanabe Chikuunsai IV's bamboo art has been exhibited at the British Museum and other prestigious museums around the world. He talks about the creative possibilities of art installations using bamboo.

    03/27/2023 9:30 am

    Songs of Tokyo

    Japanese musician and singer-songwriter Suga Shikao performs and showcases his talent.

    03/27/2023 9:55 am

    Time-lapse Journey

    For over 100 years, Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms. A look at the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms through time-lapse photography.

    03/27/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

    Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.

    03/27/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 10:57 am

    Sound Trip

    Explores the small village called Joujouka in Morocco where there is a magical festival believed to heal one's soul.

    03/27/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

    Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

    03/27/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Interviews with leaders, academics, visionaries and entrepreneurs whose work is changing the world. Offers insight into those who are applying their skills to solve challenges at a local, regional and international level.

    03/27/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

    03/27/2023 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 12:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 12:30 pm

    U & I

    Promoting greater understanding and helping children develop more empathy for others. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to aid people in a variety of situations.

    03/27/2023 12:40 pm

    Danko and Danta: Cardboard Craft Creations

    Danko, her friend, Danta, and the craft master Mr Snips, make unique toys for kids to get creative with.

    03/27/2023 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Survivors of natural disasters in Japan talk about how they adapt to life post-disaster and find ways to prepare themselves.

    03/27/2023 12:55 pm

    Dining with the Chef Mini

    The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Yu Hayami cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.

    03/27/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Nagasaki Prefecture is often referred to as the home of Christianity in Japan. As Nagasaki was one of the ports for overseas trade during the 16th century, many became believers, but what followed was a long and painful era for Japanese Christians.

    03/27/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 2:15 pm

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/27/2023 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    The researchers reveal findings on the relationship between muscles and disease and how it is related to the diabetes rate for underweight people.

    03/27/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 3:15 pm

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/27/2023 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Interviews with leaders, academics, visionaries and entrepreneurs whose work is changing the world. Offers insight into those who are applying their skills to solve challenges at a local, regional and international level.

    03/27/2023 4:30 pm

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Following a 300-km ride from Mt Fuji to the lakes and mountain ranges of central Japan where winter offers unique delights ranging from old-style farm meals to fatbike adventures in the snow.

    03/27/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 5:15 pm

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/27/2023 5:30 pm

    U & I

    Promoting greater understanding and helping children develop more empathy for others. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to aid people in a variety of situations.

    03/27/2023 5:40 pm

    Danko and Danta: Cardboard Craft Creations

    Danko, her friend, Danta, and the craft master Mr Snips, make unique toys for kids to get creative with.

    03/27/2023 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Survivors of natural disasters in Japan talk about how they adapt to life post-disaster and find ways to prepare themselves.

    03/27/2023 5:55 pm

    Dining with the Chef Mini

    The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Yu Hayami cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.

    03/27/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

    Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.

    03/27/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Tanabe Chikuunsai IV's bamboo art has been exhibited at the British Museum and other prestigious museums around the world. He talks about the creative possibilities of art installations using bamboo.

    03/27/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

    03/27/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Ayako Onzo talks about how she takes care of her mum who struggles with Alzheimer's and goes through challenges.

    03/27/2023 7:50 pm

    OGASAWARA Time-lapse

    NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.

    03/27/2023 7:55 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A birds-eye view of unique landscapes across Japan as well as intimate portraits of its inhabitants. Meeting a family in Okinawa Prefecture as they celebrate a festival dedicated to their ancestors.

    03/27/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    The researchers reveal findings on the relationship between muscles and disease and how it is related to the diabetes rate for underweight people.

    03/27/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    We meet 13-year-old martial artist Artem Tsymbaliuk who came to Nagano to flee from the war in his country of Ukraine, as well as Malaysian Yip Xue Qian who works for a snack manufacturer in Osaka.

    03/27/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

    Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.

    03/27/2023 10:30 pm

    U & I

    Promoting greater understanding and helping children develop more empathy for others. With the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to aid people in a variety of situations.

    03/27/2023 10:40 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. This time, they are making a fishing rod. There's even a reel for a fishing line.

    03/27/2023 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Survivors of natural disasters in Japan talk about how they adapt to life post-disaster and find ways to prepare themselves.

    03/27/2023 10:55 pm

    Dining with the Chef Mini

    The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Yu Hayami cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.

    03/27/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/27/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

    03/27/2023 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    The city of Nagasaki is the first place in Japan that missionary Francis Xavier visits in 1549 to spread the word of Christianity.

    03/27/2023 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A birds-eye view of unique landscapes across Japan as well as intimate portraits of its inhabitants. Meeting a family in Okinawa Prefecture as they celebrate a festival dedicated to their ancestors.

    03/27/2023 11:30 pm

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Following a 300-km ride from Mt Fuji to the lakes and mountain ranges of central Japan where winter offers unique delights ranging from old-style farm meals to fatbike adventures in the snow.

    03/28/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/28/2023 12:15 am

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/28/2023 12:30 am

    Catch Japan

    Spotlights aspects of Japan that demonstrate the country's uniqueness and innovation across a wide range of areas. Includes a look at the country's culture, traditions and technology.

    03/28/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/28/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Mayuzumi Madoka is a haiku poet with a global outlook. When Russia invaded Ukraine, she invited people around the world to submit poems of peace. She talks about the power of haiku in times of crisis.

    03/28/2023 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Chef Rika presents fun and easy-to-follow recipes for vinegar dishes, including tangy egg drop soup with spinach, grilled asparagus with a sesame vinaigrette dressing, and chicken glazed with vinegar sauce.

    03/28/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/28/2023 2:15 am

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/28/2023 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    Most of the customers at this hospital convenience store in Kamakura City, just south of Tokyo, are medical personnel, patients, and their families. Highlighting these peoples life stories over the course of three days.

    03/28/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    03/28/2023 3:15 am

    Newsline in Depth

    Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.

    03/28/2023 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    The researchers reveal findings on the relationship between muscles and disease and how it is related to the diabetes rate for underweight people.

    NHK World Europe

    Available schedules: 03/26/2022 - 12/28/2024 Time zone: Central European Summer Time (CEST) UTC +2 Country: United States Language: English

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