Schedules


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    08/09/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 4:10 am

    Biz Stream

    An interview with the architect Ban Shigeru that explores his mission to create places of refuge for displaced Ukrainians by designing a prefabricated house that can be quickly made from materials available in Poland and Ukraine.

    08/09/2023 4:23 am

    National Parks of Japan

    Towada-Hachimantai National Park comprises the nature-rich Oirase-Keiryu, the crystal-clear Lake Towada, and the lush marshlands of Mt. Hachimantai. It presents nature in its many forms.

    08/09/2023 4:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    A fantastic dance play from the 18th century with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

    08/09/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 5:10 am

    A Culture Built with Wood

    The Kiso region in Nagano Prefecture is covered by coniferous forests that have been tended to by human hands over multiple generations. Taking a look and appreciating the rich culture they've shaped.

    08/09/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Highlighting the Indonesian social entrepreneur, Arief Rabik, who has launched an eco-business aimed at revitalising forests and rural economies by planting bamboo with local residents.

    08/09/2023 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    The Takanawa area made headlines in 2020 with the opening of a new station along the Yamanote loop line. Explores its history as a gateway to the city and discovers a grand vision for its future.

    08/09/2023 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 6:10 am

    Artists against War

    Morimura Yasumasa is a renowned artist known for his maverick self-portraits. When asked whether he could become Putin, he starts recounting his thoughts on the role of art in relation to war.

    08/09/2023 6:25 am

    On the Wings

    Witnesses the virtual excursion from an airplane and takes a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

    08/09/2023 6:30 am

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja employed over 400 special weapons and tools to accomplish their missions. An examination of the shuriken, one of the most popular ninja weapons, using modern techniques.

    08/09/2023 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    Poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words related to the wind. Due to Japan's geographic location, the Japanese language has developed a great number of words related to the wind and its many variations.

    08/09/2023 6:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyoto's braided cords came into their own as fashion accessories for the nobility, 1,000 years ago. Elegant and practical, they were highly prized, and used in religious and formal settings.

    08/09/2023 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 7:10 am

    My Street Piano

    Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the instrument.

    08/09/2023 7:30 am

    Sharing the Future

    In Nairobi, many taxi drivers struggle to pay rental fees on their vehicles. One Japanese business is providing financial services to help locals work towards owning their own cars.

    08/09/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 8:10 am

    Time-lapse Journey

    Presents the time-lapse scenery of Hokkaido Prefecture, including the lush green fields in summer and frozen lakes in winter.

    08/09/2023 8:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    A fantastic dance play from the 18th century with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

    08/09/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares the inspiring stories behind her works as an author of children's books and as a space scientist.

    08/09/2023 9:30 am

    Science View

    Microbial ecologist Yusuke Okazaki attempts to understand the function of C-shaped bacteria found deep in Lake Biwa using DNA analysis to glimpse one of Earth's many hidden ecosystems.

    08/09/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 10:15 am

    Biz Stream

    This episode features a unique new Japanese tableware rental service. The concept is helping restaurants facing tight budgets while also providing a much-needed boost to a struggling industry.

    08/09/2023 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    The Takanawa area made headlines in 2020 with the opening of a new station along the Yamanote loop line. Explores its history as a gateway to the city and discovers a grand vision for its future.

    08/09/2023 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 11:15 am

    Artists against War

    Morimura Yasumasa is a renowned artist known for his maverick self-portraits. When asked whether he could become Putin, he starts recounting his thoughts on the role of art in relation to war.

    08/09/2023 11:30 am

    On the Wings

    Witnesses the virtual excursion from an airplane and takes a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

    08/09/2023 11:35 am

    A Culture Built with Wood

    The Kiso region in Nagano Prefecture is covered by coniferous forests that have been tended to by human hands over multiple generations. Taking a look and appreciating the rich culture they've shaped.

    08/09/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Highlighting the Indonesian social entrepreneur, Arief Rabik, who has launched an eco-business aimed at revitalising forests and rural economies by planting bamboo with local residents.

    08/09/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Showcasing a New Year's concert at a samurai residence where a master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity-types, and lounging in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP.

    08/09/2023 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 12:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the instrument.

    08/09/2023 12:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja employed over 400 special weapons and tools to accomplish their missions. An examination of the shuriken, one of the most popular ninja weapons, using modern techniques.

    08/09/2023 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words related to the wind. Due to Japan's geographic location, the Japanese language has developed a great number of words related to the wind and its many variations.

    08/09/2023 12:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyoto's braided cords came into their own as fashion accessories for the nobility, 1,000 years ago. Elegant and practical, they were highly prized, and used in religious and formal settings.

    08/09/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 1:10 pm

    Time-lapse Journey

    Presents the time-lapse scenery of Hokkaido Prefecture, including the lush green fields in summer and frozen lakes in winter.

    08/09/2023 1:30 pm

    Sharing the Future

    In Nairobi, many taxi drivers struggle to pay rental fees on their vehicles. One Japanese business is providing financial services to help locals work towards owning their own cars.

    08/09/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 2:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    This episode features a unique new Japanese tableware rental service. The concept is helping restaurants facing tight budgets while also providing a much-needed boost to a struggling industry.

    08/09/2023 2:23 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros. As most of Japan sleeps, factories across the country work through the night to keep the wheels of industry turning.

    08/09/2023 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Somen are a type of Japanese noodle that are amazingly thin and white. Visits Miwa, Nara Prefecture to see how classic techniques stretch somen again and again over the course of two days.

    08/09/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 3:10 pm

    Artists against War

    Morimura Yasumasa is a renowned artist known for his maverick self-portraits. When asked whether he could become Putin, he starts recounting his thoughts on the role of art in relation to war.

    08/09/2023 3:25 pm

    On the Wings

    Witnesses the virtual excursion from an airplane and takes a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

    08/09/2023 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    The Takanawa area made headlines in 2020 with the opening of a new station along the Yamanote loop line. Explores its history as a gateway to the city and discovers a grand vision for its future.

    08/09/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 4:10 pm

    National Parks of Japan

    Towada-Hachimantai National Park comprises the nature-rich Oirase-Keiryu, the crystal-clear Lake Towada, and the lush marshlands of Mt. Hachimantai. It presents nature in its many forms.

    08/09/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Highlighting the Indonesian social entrepreneur, Arief Rabik, who has launched an eco-business aimed at revitalising forests and rural economies by planting bamboo with local residents.

    08/09/2023 4:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    A fantastic dance play from the 18th century with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

    08/09/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 5:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the instrument.

    08/09/2023 5:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja employed over 400 special weapons and tools to accomplish their missions. An examination of the shuriken, one of the most popular ninja weapons, using modern techniques.

    08/09/2023 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words related to the wind. Due to Japan's geographic location, the Japanese language has developed a great number of words related to the wind and its many variations.

    08/09/2023 5:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyoto's braided cords came into their own as fashion accessories for the nobility, 1,000 years ago. Elegant and practical, they were highly prized, and used in religious and formal settings.

    08/09/2023 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 6:10 pm

    Time-lapse Journey

    Presents the time-lapse scenery of Hokkaido Prefecture, including the lush green fields in summer and frozen lakes in winter.

    08/09/2023 6:30 pm

    MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan

    Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural centre. Throughout the area, large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

    08/09/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares the inspiring stories behind her works as an author of children's books and as a space scientist.

    08/09/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Showcasing a New Year's concert at a samurai residence where a master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity-types, and lounging in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP.

    08/09/2023 7:00 pm

    100 Cameras

    The Nebuta Festival is the most exciting event of the year for the people of Aomori. 100 cameras capture behind-the-scenes footage of the local community eagerly preparing for the festival.

    08/09/2023 7:30 pm

    Sharing the Future

    In Nairobi, many taxi drivers struggle to pay rental fees on their vehicles. One Japanese business is providing financial services to help locals work towards owning their own cars.

    08/09/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 8:10 pm

    Artists against War

    Morimura Yasumasa is a renowned artist known for his maverick self-portraits. When asked whether he could become Putin, he starts recounting his thoughts on the role of art in relation to war.

    08/09/2023 8:25 pm

    On the Wings

    Witnesses the virtual excursion from an airplane and takes a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

    08/09/2023 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Somen are a type of Japanese noodle that are amazingly thin and white. Visits Miwa, Nara Prefecture to see how classic techniques stretch somen again and again over the course of two days.

    08/09/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 9:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    This episode features a unique new Japanese tableware rental service. The concept is helping restaurants facing tight budgets while also providing a much-needed boost to a struggling industry.

    08/09/2023 9:23 pm

    A Culture Built with Wood

    The Kiso region in Nagano Prefecture is covered by coniferous forests that have been tended to by human hands over multiple generations. Taking a look and appreciating the rich culture they've shaped.

    08/09/2023 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    The Takanawa area made headlines in 2020 with the opening of a new station along the Yamanote loop line. Explores its history as a gateway to the city and discovers a grand vision for its future.

    08/09/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 10:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    Surrounded by cute figurines, a piano stands inside a station located in central Hokkaido Prefecture. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies on the instrument.

    08/09/2023 10:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja employed over 400 special weapons and tools to accomplish their missions. An examination of the shuriken, one of the most popular ninja weapons, using modern techniques.

    08/09/2023 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan explores Japanese words related to the wind. Due to Japan's geographic location, the Japanese language has developed a great number of words related to the wind and its many variations.

    08/09/2023 10:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyoto's braided cords came into their own as fashion accessories for the nobility, 1,000 years ago. Elegant and practical, they were highly prized, and used in religious and formal settings.

    08/09/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2023 11:10 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros. As most of Japan sleeps, factories across the country work through the night to keep the wheels of industry turning.

    08/09/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Showcasing a New Year's concert at a samurai residence where a master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity-types, and lounging in the best seat in the house is no ordinary VIP.

    08/09/2023 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Explores the history of the Murakami Kaizoku, sailors and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea, with footage of the Kurushima Straits.

    08/09/2023 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

    08/09/2023 11:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    A fantastic dance play from the 18th century with an ambitious villain defeated by the spirit of the cherry tree in the form of a beautiful woman.

    08/10/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2023 12:10 am

    Biz Stream

    This episode features a unique new Japanese tableware rental service. The concept is helping restaurants facing tight budgets while also providing a much-needed boost to a struggling industry.

    08/10/2023 12:23 am

    National Parks of Japan

    Towada-Hachimantai National Park comprises the nature-rich Oirase-Keiryu, the crystal-clear Lake Towada, and the lush marshlands of Mt. Hachimantai. It presents nature in its many forms.

    08/10/2023 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    Gozan-no-okuribi are ceremonial bonfires which give ancestors safe passage.

    08/10/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2023 1:10 am

    A Culture Built with Wood

    The Hida region in Gifu Prefecture has some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and has been home to artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills, such as kigumi or wood joinery.

    08/10/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Besides helping to revive the Tour de France Femmes for the first time in 13 years, Kathryn Bertine, former pro cyclist and CEO of an NPO, strives to eliminate gender disparities in the cycling world.

    08/10/2023 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    Isolation is a key concern worldwide, but community hubs can provide support for mental and physical health issues. Explores these networks and spaces through a dive into the world of community design.

    08/10/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2023 2:10 am

    Biz Stream

    This episode features a unique new Japanese tableware rental service. The concept is helping restaurants facing tight budgets while also providing a much-needed boost to a struggling industry.

    08/10/2023 2:23 am

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A unique time-lapse photography project. Shot by pros and non-pros. Flowers burst into full bloom and sprouting buds reach towards the sunlight, their movements following the rhythm of nature.

    08/10/2023 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    Goldfish: Much loved as pets, and as a design motif. Each time, Peter Barakan visits key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.

    08/10/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2023 3:10 am

    Artists against War

    Morimura Yasumasa is a renowned artist known for his maverick self-portraits. When asked whether he could become Putin, he starts recounting his thoughts on the role of art in relation to war.

    08/10/2023 3:25 am

    On the Wings

    Witnesses the virtual excursion from an airplane and takes a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.

    08/10/2023 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Somen are a type of Japanese noodle that are amazingly thin and white. Visits Miwa, Nara Prefecture to see how classic techniques stretch somen again and again over the course of two days.

    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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