Schedules


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    05/15/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 4:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Sumo highlights from a range of tournaments that have taken place across the globe. Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports and boasts a history going back more than 1500 years.

    05/15/2023 4:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The narrator explains the meaning behind the names of sumo wrestling ring which are mostly originated from animals or locations.

    05/15/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Yamafune Kotaro has developed a method for the 3D modelling of underwater archaeological sites. He talks about how this advanced technology has changed the field of maritime archaeology.

    05/15/2023 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Follows Ukrainian-born Hiraishi Olena and Eishin, her violinist son, as they hold a peace concert in Hiroshima. Also looks at the story of the British woman Sally Hancox, an artisan on Awaji Island.

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 6:30 am

    Learn Japanese from the News

    On March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised their fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station facilities.

    05/15/2023 6:40 am

    Easy Japanese

    Say multiple things you want to do by applying the te form to the first verb and the wish form, `taidesu', to the second verb.

    05/15/2023 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    Indonesian reporter Aji Rokhadi explores the stories of Southeast Asian victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. In the process, he speaks with the children of a survivor and a Japanese woman who spent time with him.

    05/15/2023 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing `Samurai Wisdom', a series presenting the history of Japan from various points of view.

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Visiting Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture, a land blessed with a temperate climate all year round. It is one of the sunniest cities in Japan, boasting the most number of days with sunshine.

    05/15/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/15/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 8:23 am

    Treasure Box Japan: Hiroshima

    An inside perspective on Hiroshima's culture, history, food and natural surroundings.

    05/15/2023 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Sumo highlights from a range of tournaments that have taken place across the globe. Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports and boasts a history going back more than 1500 years.

    05/15/2023 8:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The narrator explains the meaning behind the names of sumo wrestling ring which are mostly originated from animals or locations.

    05/15/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/15/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Shibuya Zarny provides relief supplies and offers language and sewing classes in his native Myanmar, which is in a state of civil war following a coup. He shares his perspective as a former refugee.

    05/15/2023 9:30 am

    J-MELO

    May J. presents Japanese music from Mayumura Chiaki, an idol who sings with her guitar and self-made backing tracks, and Tielle, a singer getting attention for anime and drama themes.

    05/15/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/15/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Follows Ukrainian-born Hiraishi Olena and Eishin, her violinist son, as they hold a peace concert in Hiroshima. Also looks at the story of the British woman Sally Hancox, an artisan on Awaji Island.

    05/15/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Yamafune Kotaro has developed a method for the 3D modelling of underwater archaeological sites. He talks about how this advanced technology has changed the field of maritime archaeology.

    05/15/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Discover story behind the 36 Views of Mt. Fuji woodprint series; The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

    05/15/2023 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/15/2023 12:30 pm

    Learn Japanese from the News

    On March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised their fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station facilities.

    05/15/2023 12:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Say multiple things you want to do by applying the te form to the first verb and the wish form, `taidesu', to the second verb.

    05/15/2023 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Indonesian reporter Aji Rokhadi explores the stories of Southeast Asian victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. In the process, he speaks with the children of a survivor and a Japanese woman who spent time with him.

    05/15/2023 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing `Samurai Wisdom', a series presenting the history of Japan from various points of view.

    05/15/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Visiting Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture, a land blessed with a temperate climate all year round. It is one of the sunniest cities in Japan, boasting the most number of days with sunshine.

    05/15/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Do you get good sleep? This episode reveals facts about sleep quality that may surprise you. We introduce the latest findings on sleep.

    05/15/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Follows Ukrainian-born Hiraishi Olena and Eishin, her violinist son, as they hold a peace concert in Hiroshima. Also looks at the story of the British woman Sally Hancox, an artisan on Awaji Island.

    05/15/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Yamafune Kotaro has developed a method for the 3D modelling of underwater archaeological sites. He talks about how this advanced technology has changed the field of maritime archaeology.

    05/15/2023 4:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Sumo highlights from a range of tournaments that have taken place across the globe. Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports and boasts a history going back more than 1500 years.

    05/15/2023 4:57 pm

    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.

    05/15/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 5:30 pm

    Learn Japanese from the News

    On March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised their fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station facilities.

    05/15/2023 5:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Say multiple things you want to do by applying the te form to the first verb and the wish form, `taidesu', to the second verb.

    05/15/2023 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Indonesian reporter Aji Rokhadi explores the stories of Southeast Asian victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. In the process, he speaks with the children of a survivor and a Japanese woman who spent time with him.

    05/15/2023 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing `Samurai Wisdom', a series presenting the history of Japan from various points of view.

    05/15/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Shibuya Zarny provides relief supplies and offers language and sewing classes in his native Myanmar, which is in a state of civil war following a coup. He shares his perspective as a former refugee.

    05/15/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Discover story behind the 36 Views of Mt. Fuji woodprint series; The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

    05/15/2023 7:00 pm

    Pearl of Gion: Return of the Miyako Odori

    Gion, a prestigious entertainment quarter in Kyoto home to many geiko and maiko, was hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. All hopes rest on the revival of the Miyako Odori, a traditional performance.

    05/15/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Do you get good sleep? This episode reveals facts about sleep quality that may surprise you. We introduce the latest findings on sleep.

    05/15/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Follows Ukrainian-born Hiraishi Olena and Eishin, her violinist son, as they hold a peace concert in Hiroshima. Also looks at the story of the British woman Sally Hancox, an artisan on Awaji Island.

    05/15/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/15/2023 10:30 pm

    Learn Japanese from the News

    On March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised their fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station facilities.

    05/15/2023 10:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Say multiple things you want to do by applying the te form to the first verb and the wish form, `taidesu', to the second verb.

    05/15/2023 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Indonesian reporter Aji Rokhadi explores the stories of Southeast Asian victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. In the process, he speaks with the children of a survivor and a Japanese woman who spent time with him.

    05/15/2023 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Showcasing `Samurai Wisdom', a series presenting the history of Japan from various points of view.

    05/15/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/15/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Discover story behind the 36 Views of Mt. Fuji woodprint series; The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai. It is not just a huge wave and Mt. Fuji, the boat caught in the wave have a reason.

    05/15/2023 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.

    05/15/2023 11:25 pm

    Treasure Box Japan: Hiroshima

    An inside perspective on Hiroshima's culture, history, food and natural surroundings.

    05/15/2023 11:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Sumo highlights from a range of tournaments that have taken place across the globe. Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports and boasts a history going back more than 1500 years.

    05/15/2023 11:57 pm

    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.

    05/16/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/16/2023 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.

    05/16/2023 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    Getting to know the real Japan and discovering useful travel tips. Ryoko Nakajima and Shizuka Anderson explore historic Nagasaki as they take on the challenge of its hilly terrain.

    05/16/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/16/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Fukushima-based Muroya Yoshihide is the first person from Japan to win the Red Bull Air Race World Championship. He talks about promoting aviation culture and his efforts to give Fukushima a boost.

    05/16/2023 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Chef Saito presents a fun way to make Otsukuri, the traditional Japanese kaiseki set course which includes Sashimi.

    05/16/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/16/2023 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.

    05/16/2023 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    A large stationery shop in Tokyo is a magnet for people trying to stay in touch in covid times. For three days, asking customers who are buying cards and letter pads who they were writing to.

    05/16/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/16/2023 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.

    05/16/2023 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    Do you get good sleep? This episode reveals facts about sleep quality that may surprise you. We introduce the latest findings on sleep.

    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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