Schedules


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    04/24/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 4:30 am

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Late autumn in Akita. We enjoy seasonal seafood by a windswept coast, meet locals pickling vegetables before the winter snows and farmers hand-crafting straw guardian deities for their rice paddies.

    04/24/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    04/24/2023 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    A look at the life of US-born Tim Jones, a 71-year-old Texan farmer who moved to produce grass-fed beef in Hokkaido. In addition, a meeting with Tran Ngoc Son, a Vietnamese carpenter undergoing training in Osaka.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 6:30 am

    Activate Your Japanese

    Learning how to make the most of one's Japanese skills. Showcasing dramas that feature useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing various programmes and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Takes a look at Noboribetsu, a spa resort in Hokkaido where has been in business since 1858 and features five different types of hot springs.

    04/24/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    04/24/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 8:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A bird's-eye view of Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea. A tea grower in Ueshino talks about his work and dedication.

    04/24/2023 8:30 am

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Late autumn in Akita. We enjoy seasonal seafood by a windswept coast, meet locals pickling vegetables before the winter snows and farmers hand-crafting straw guardian deities for their rice paddies.

    04/24/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    04/24/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Matsuda Aoko won a prestigious international fantasy fiction prize in 2021 for one of her short story collections. She talks about her work and how it explores gender issues and feminist themes.

    04/24/2023 9:30 am

    J-MELO

    A look at Japan's exciting music scene, from pop and rock to traditional and more, including live performances, artist interviews, plus the latest news. This time, featuring Fantastics from Exile Club and Bridear.

    04/24/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    04/24/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    A look at the life of US-born Tim Jones, a 71-year-old Texan farmer who moved to produce grass-fed beef in Hokkaido. In addition, a meeting with Tran Ngoc Son, a Vietnamese carpenter undergoing training in Osaka.

    04/24/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    04/24/2023 11:27 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.

    04/24/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    04/24/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    04/24/2023 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    04/24/2023 12:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Learning how to make the most of one's Japanese skills. Showcasing dramas that feature useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing various programmes and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

    04/24/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Takes a look at Noboribetsu, a spa resort in Hokkaido where has been in business since 1858 and features five different types of hot springs.

    04/24/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Aromatherapy is being used in various types of clinical care to ease suffering in patients with difficult-to-treat diseases. Taking a look at the science behind these current trends.

    04/24/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    A look at the life of US-born Tim Jones, a 71-year-old Texan farmer who moved to produce grass-fed beef in Hokkaido. In addition, a meeting with Tran Ngoc Son, a Vietnamese carpenter undergoing training in Osaka.

    04/24/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    04/24/2023 4:30 pm

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Late autumn in Akita. We enjoy seasonal seafood by a windswept coast, meet locals pickling vegetables before the winter snows and farmers hand-crafting straw guardian deities for their rice paddies.

    04/24/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 5:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Learning how to make the most of one's Japanese skills. Showcasing dramas that feature useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing various programmes and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

    04/24/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    04/24/2023 6:27 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.

    04/24/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Matsuda Aoko won a prestigious international fantasy fiction prize in 2021 for one of her short story collections. She talks about her work and how it explores gender issues and feminist themes.

    04/24/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    04/24/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Takes a look at the history of the United Nations and how Japan is trying to help improve the effectiveness of the Security Council.

    04/24/2023 7:50 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at Ainu boats.

    04/24/2023 7:55 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A bird's-eye view of Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea. A tea grower in Ueshino talks about his work and dedication.

    04/24/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Aromatherapy is being used in various types of clinical care to ease suffering in patients with difficult-to-treat diseases. Taking a look at the science behind these current trends.

    04/24/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    A look at the life of US-born Tim Jones, a 71-year-old Texan farmer who moved to produce grass-fed beef in Hokkaido. In addition, a meeting with Tran Ngoc Son, a Vietnamese carpenter undergoing training in Osaka.

    04/24/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    04/24/2023 10:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Learning how to make the most of one's Japanese skills. Showcasing dramas that feature useful communication strategies, snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and documentaries on senpai in Japan.

    04/24/2023 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.

    04/24/2023 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing various programmes and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

    04/24/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/24/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    04/24/2023 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at visual Ainu patterns.

    04/24/2023 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A bird's-eye view of Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea. A tea grower in Ueshino talks about his work and dedication.

    04/24/2023 11:30 pm

    Cycle Around Japan Highlights

    Late autumn in Akita. We enjoy seasonal seafood by a windswept coast, meet locals pickling vegetables before the winter snows and farmers hand-crafting straw guardian deities for their rice paddies.

    04/25/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/25/2023 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.

    04/25/2023 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    Covered by subtropical forest, Yanbaru is home to a diverse range of native species and a unique ecosystem. A father and his daughter visit villages scattered across Yanbaru and meet locals who share a strong bond with their land.

    04/25/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/25/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Hoshi Tomohiro, the head of Stanford Online High School, talks about how he can unlock study potential in students.

    04/25/2023 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Chef Rika presents fun recipes for popular Japanese rice dishes, bacon and egg stir-fried rice and rice gratin with white miso sauce.

    04/25/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/25/2023 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.

    04/25/2023 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    Down a nondescript Tokyo alley, a stone carving of a Buddhist guardian deity stands under a huge ginkgo tree. A three day look into why people visit this unique site and what they pray for.

    04/25/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    04/25/2023 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.

    04/25/2023 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    Aromatherapy is being used in various types of clinical care to ease suffering in patients with difficult-to-treat diseases. Taking a look at the science behind these current trends.

    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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