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    07/09/2023 3:50 am

    Story Land

    Though hardly more than an inch high, Little-One Inch has the brave heart of a great warrior. Using only a needle as a sword, he vanquishes a horrible ogre and protects a princess.

    07/09/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 4:10 am

    Somewhere Street

    Siem Reap is a popular tourist destination close to Angkor Wat. In this episode we explore the city, meet and talk with residents who embrace Buddhism and preserve the culture of the Khmer Empire.

    07/09/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 5:10 am

    NHK Documentary

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

    07/09/2023 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 6:10 am

    A Treasured Creation

    Rows of black ceramic pots sit in the sun as rice and Koji malt ferment inside. Kurozu brewers say they listen to what the magical fungi are saying, exploring the centuries-old method.

    07/09/2023 6:25 am

    Journeys in Japan

    Euan Craig takes a look into Kagoshima's kuro culture, which plays a significant role in the production of the local cuisine, regional liquor and even its unique pottery.

    07/09/2023 6:53 am

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A collection of time-lapse footage from the streets of Hong Kong to Kyoto, showing the daily lives of locals in the area.

    07/09/2023 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 7:10 am

    Hometown Stories

    In a mountain village, an artisan repairs beloved objects using kintsugi, a method involving gold and lacquer, for clients all over Japan. Crucially, this technique can also help to rebuild emotional bonds.

    07/09/2023 7:37 am

    Easy Japanese

    Introducing yourself is easy. Put "desu" after your name or occupation to explain who you are and what you do.

    07/09/2023 7:40 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

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

    07/09/2023 7:45 am

    Wild Hokkaido!

    Greg and Mari canoe the Rekifune River, famous for its clear water. They embark on a two-day trip down the river where they row, camp and enjoy the beauty of nature while aiming for the Pacific Ocean.

    07/09/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 8:10 am

    July Tournament: Day 1

    NHK WORLD-JAPAN will broadcast GRAND SUMO July Tournament Day 1 action live from Nagoya, as top wrestlers have thier first bouts of the 15-day contest.

    07/09/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 9:10 am

    NHK Documentary

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

    07/09/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 10:10 am

    The Anime Studio

    The chief executive officer, directors and animators from Wit Studio share stories behind their international success with their work, including Spy × Family and Ranking of Kings.

    07/09/2023 10:40 am

    Listen to the Earth

    Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

    07/09/2023 10:50 am

    Story Land

    Though hardly more than an inch high, Little-One Inch has the brave heart of a great warrior. Using only a needle as a sword, he vanquishes a horrible ogre and protects a princess.

    07/09/2023 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 11:10 am

    Somewhere Street

    Siem Reap is a popular tourist destination close to Angkor Wat. In this episode we explore the city, meet and talk with residents who embrace Buddhism and preserve the culture of the Khmer Empire.

    07/09/2023 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 12:10 pm

    A Treasured Creation

    Rows of black ceramic pots sit in the sun as rice and Koji malt ferment inside. Kurozu brewers say they listen to what the magical fungi are saying, exploring the centuries-old method.

    07/09/2023 12:25 pm

    Journeys in Japan

    Euan Craig takes a look into Kagoshima's kuro culture, which plays a significant role in the production of the local cuisine, regional liquor and even its unique pottery.

    07/09/2023 12:53 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A collection of time-lapse footage from the streets of Hong Kong to Kyoto, showing the daily lives of locals in the area.

    07/09/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 1:10 pm

    Hometown Stories

    In a mountain village, an artisan repairs beloved objects using kintsugi, a method involving gold and lacquer, for clients all over Japan. Crucially, this technique can also help to rebuild emotional bonds.

    07/09/2023 1:37 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Introducing yourself is easy. Put "desu" after your name or occupation to explain who you are and what you do.

    07/09/2023 1:40 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

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

    07/09/2023 1:45 pm

    Wild Hokkaido!

    Greg and Mari canoe the Rekifune River, famous for its clear water. They embark on a two-day trip down the river where they row, camp and enjoy the beauty of nature while aiming for the Pacific Ocean.

    07/09/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 2:10 pm

    The Anime Studio

    The chief executive officer, directors and animators from Wit Studio share stories behind their international success with their work, including Spy × Family and Ranking of Kings.

    07/09/2023 2:40 pm

    Listen to the Earth

    Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

    07/09/2023 2:50 pm

    Story Land

    Though hardly more than an inch high, Little-One Inch has the brave heart of a great warrior. Using only a needle as a sword, he vanquishes a horrible ogre and protects a princess.

    07/09/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 3:10 pm

    J-MELO

    Featuring Ishikawa Kurena, a Japanese singer signed under JP ROOM, best-known as a former idol under `Hello! Project' as a 4th generation member of Morning Musume and the leader of the former group v-u-den.

    07/09/2023 3:40 pm

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Explores how Pythagora devices can be used to make gadgets or display fun gimmicks.

    07/09/2023 3:45 pm

    Easy Japanese for Work

    Frederic Miane relocates to Japan for work but finds it difficult to communicate with his new co-workers. He is keen to learn how to express himself in Japanese and better understand the business culture of an office environment.

    07/09/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 4:10 pm

    Somewhere Street Mini

    Ceuta, an autonomous Spanish city, is located on the northern shore of Africa's Mediterranean Coast. About 80,000 people live on this 5-kilometer-long peninsula. It's about an hour away from Spain.

    07/09/2023 4:25 pm

    Tokyo Time-Lapse

    Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on the visual presentation of Tokyo. Featuring original takes regarding what may be the world's most exciting metropolis. This time, water.

    07/09/2023 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.

    07/09/2023 4:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    The host presents some interesting facts and stories about Yokozuna, the top rank of all Sumo ranking which requires the wrestlers to climb up the rank by winning tournaments and being selected by the officials.

    07/09/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 5:10 pm

    Japan's Top Inventions

    Featuring fascinating stories and some of the secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: cockroach traps and residential maps.

    07/09/2023 5:40 pm

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    In 2018, Okayama Prefecture's town of Mabi was severely damaged by flooding from heavy rain and many people died in their homes. We'll examine new measures being taken to combat home flooding.

    07/09/2023 5:55 pm

    A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

    Visiting the southern island paradise of Taketomi Island in Okinawa, where kitties enjoy climbing great heights, and taking a look at exactly how they get home once the rolling tide comes in.

    07/09/2023 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 6:10 pm

    A Treasured Creation

    Rows of black ceramic pots sit in the sun as rice and Koji malt ferment inside. Kurozu brewers say they listen to what the magical fungi are saying, exploring the centuries-old method.

    07/09/2023 6:25 pm

    Journeys in Japan

    Euan Craig takes a look into Kagoshima's kuro culture, which plays a significant role in the production of the local cuisine, regional liquor and even its unique pottery.

    07/09/2023 6:53 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A collection of time-lapse footage from the streets of Hong Kong to Kyoto, showing the daily lives of locals in the area.

    07/09/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 7:10 pm

    Hometown Stories

    In a mountain village, an artisan repairs beloved objects using kintsugi, a method involving gold and lacquer, for clients all over Japan. Crucially, this technique can also help to rebuild emotional bonds.

    07/09/2023 7:37 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Introducing yourself is easy. Put "desu" after your name or occupation to explain who you are and what you do.

    07/09/2023 7:40 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

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

    07/09/2023 7:45 pm

    Wild Hokkaido!

    Greg and Mari canoe the Rekifune River, famous for its clear water. They embark on a two-day trip down the river where they row, camp and enjoy the beauty of nature while aiming for the Pacific Ocean.

    07/09/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 8:10 pm

    J-MELO

    Featuring Ishikawa Kurena, a Japanese singer signed under JP ROOM, best-known as a former idol under `Hello! Project' as a 4th generation member of Morning Musume and the leader of the former group v-u-den.

    07/09/2023 8:40 pm

    Easy Japanese for Work

    Frederic Miane relocates to Japan for work but finds it difficult to communicate with his new co-workers. He is keen to learn how to express himself in Japanese and better understand the business culture of an office environment.

    07/09/2023 8:55 pm

    A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

    Visiting the southern island paradise of Taketomi Island in Okinawa, where kitties enjoy climbing great heights, and taking a look at exactly how they get home once the rolling tide comes in.

    07/09/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 9:10 pm

    The Anime Studio

    The chief executive officer, directors and animators from Wit Studio share stories behind their international success with their work, including Spy × Family and Ranking of Kings.

    07/09/2023 9:40 pm

    Listen to the Earth

    Leading experts teach us by means of demonstrations and quizzes how to listen to the Earth and prepare for earthquakes, typhoons, volcanoes and other life-threatening natural disasters.

    07/09/2023 9:50 pm

    Story Land

    Though hardly more than an inch high, Little-One Inch has the brave heart of a great warrior. Using only a needle as a sword, he vanquishes a horrible ogre and protects a princess.

    07/09/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 10:10 pm

    Japan's Top Inventions

    Featuring fascinating stories and some of the secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: cockroach traps and residential maps.

    07/09/2023 10:40 pm

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    In 2018, Okayama Prefecture's town of Mabi was severely damaged by flooding from heavy rain and many people died in their homes. We'll examine new measures being taken to combat home flooding.

    07/09/2023 10:55 pm

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Explores how Pythagora devices can be used to make gadgets or display fun gimmicks.

    07/09/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/09/2023 11:10 pm

    Somewhere Street Mini

    Ceuta, an autonomous Spanish city, is located on the northern shore of Africa's Mediterranean Coast. About 80,000 people live on this 5-kilometer-long peninsula. It's about an hour away from Spain.

    07/09/2023 11:25 pm

    Tokyo Time-Lapse

    Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on the visual presentation of Tokyo. Featuring original takes regarding what may be the world's most exciting metropolis. This time, water.

    07/09/2023 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.

    07/09/2023 11:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    The host presents some interesting facts and stories about Yokozuna, the top rank of all Sumo ranking which requires the wrestlers to climb up the rank by winning tournaments and being selected by the officials.

    07/10/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/10/2023 12:10 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.

    07/10/2023 12:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An artist in Okayama Prefecture shares how he uses local clay to create a new kind of pottery for everyday use that builds on the traditions of Bizen ware.

    07/10/2023 12:57 am

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Experiencing the colours of Amami Oshima in beautiful time-lapse footage. Unique hues include Amami Blue ocean waters and the glossy black of silk thread that's painstakingly dyed using wood and mud.

    07/10/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/10/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Chef Sasaki Yotaro is known for his unique fermented dishes and doburoku, an unfiltered sake he brews from rice he grows himself. He talks about the craft that goes into creating world-class cuisine.

    07/10/2023 1:30 am

    Learn Japanese from the News

    Following the plight of a farmer on Shimane Prefecture in coastal Japan who is growing rice without the use of chemicals thanks to the help of aigamo ducklings that eat weeds and pesky bugs.

    07/10/2023 1:40 am

    Easy Japanese

    To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the te form of a verb, and add shite shimaimashita. So, otosu (to drop) becomes otoshite shimaimashita.

    07/10/2023 1:45 am

    BOSAI: Be Prepared

    Learning how to evacuate from flood and rainstorm.

    07/10/2023 1:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Providing various sets of information for foreigners who are living in Japan in four different languages, including English, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Portuguese.

    07/10/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/10/2023 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.

    07/10/2023 2:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Today: Kirishima: A Town thriving on Volcanic Mountains.

    07/10/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    07/10/2023 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.

    07/10/2023 3:30 am

    J-MELO

    Featuring Ishikawa Kurena, a Japanese singer signed under JP ROOM, best-known as a former idol under `Hello! Project' as a 4th generation member of Morning Musume and the leader of the former group v-u-den.

    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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