Schedules


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    09/11/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 4:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The host presents the history of the long-standing sumo topknot hairstyle that reflects the positional respect of the wrestlers and conveys its tradition.

    09/11/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Takenami Hiroo is one of the premier makers of nebuta, the floats that are the main attraction of the Aomori Nebuta Festival. He hopes to share the unique appeal of nebuta with the world.

    09/11/2023 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Following Spanish photographer Tina Bague as she captures images of fellow non-Japanese living in Miyama in Kyoto, and Denys Kralikauskas, a Ukrainian who makes and mends tatami mats in Beppu in Oita.

    09/11/2023 5:57 am

    Nun's Cookbook

    The temple chefs introduce a seasonal appetizer that can be made in just 2 minutes. Rub eggplant with salt, then add shiso leaves and ginger. This refreshing treat is perfect for summer.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 6:30 am

    Activate Your Japanese

    Lessons on how the viewer can make the most out of their Japanese language skills. This time, a look at how the viewer can end a conversation on a high note for non-native Japanese speakers.

    09/11/2023 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    The Stetsyuk family talk about how they help in providing support to Ukrainian refugees and share their thought on the invasion of Russia.

    09/11/2023 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Providing a wide array of emergency information for foreigners who are visiting Japan.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.

    09/11/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/11/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 8:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The host presents the history of the long-standing sumo topknot hairstyle that reflects the positional respect of the wrestlers and conveys its tradition.

    09/11/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/11/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Ikehara Masaki's company takes detritus such as volcanic ash and seashells and transforms them into regional souvenirs. He talks about the potential of their proprietary solidification technology.

    09/11/2023 9:30 am

    J-MELO

    May J. presents Japanese music. Masa Takumi performs two pieces from an album that won a Grammy. In addition, a performance from newcomer MANOA following her debut with a major label.

    09/11/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/11/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Following Spanish photographer Tina Bague as she captures images of fellow non-Japanese living in Miyama in Kyoto, and Denys Kralikauskas, a Ukrainian who makes and mends tatami mats in Beppu in Oita.

    09/11/2023 10:57 am

    Nun's Cookbook

    The temple chefs make somen rolls, a tasty dish perfect for the Tanabata star festival. First, they spread somen noodles on top of seaweed. Then, they add abura-age, carrots and pickles as filling.

    09/11/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Takenami Hiroo is one of the premier makers of nebuta, the floats that are the main attraction of the Aomori Nebuta Festival. He hopes to share the unique appeal of nebuta with the world.

    09/11/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Visiting a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. The young students have come dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

    09/11/2023 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/11/2023 12:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Lessons on how the viewer can make the most out of their Japanese language skills. This time, a look at how the viewer can end a conversation on a high note for non-native Japanese speakers.

    09/11/2023 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    The Stetsyuk family talk about how they help in providing support to Ukrainian refugees and share their thought on the invasion of Russia.

    09/11/2023 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Providing a wide array of emergency information for foreigners who are visiting Japan.

    09/11/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Today, Kamikochi: A Sacred Mountain Paradise.

    09/11/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Dizziness affects up to 30% of the world's population and can disrupt daily life. We report on the latest treatments from a hospital dedicated to identifying its causes through comprehensive testing.

    09/11/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Following Spanish photographer Tina Bague as she captures images of fellow non-Japanese living in Miyama in Kyoto, and Denys Kralikauskas, a Ukrainian who makes and mends tatami mats in Beppu in Oita.

    09/11/2023 3:57 pm

    Nun's Cookbook

    The temple chefs make goshiki-zuke, finely chopping 5 types of pickles and mixing with sake lees.

    09/11/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Takenami Hiroo is one of the premier makers of nebuta, the floats that are the main attraction of the Aomori Nebuta Festival. He hopes to share the unique appeal of nebuta with the world.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 4:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Learning about the different prizes that exists for winning Sumo championships in Japan.

    09/11/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 5:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Lessons on how the viewer can make the most out of their Japanese language skills. This time, a look at how the viewer can end a conversation on a high note for non-native Japanese speakers.

    09/11/2023 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    The Stetsyuk family talk about how they help in providing support to Ukrainian refugees and share their thought on the invasion of Russia.

    09/11/2023 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Providing a wide array of emergency information for foreigners who are visiting Japan.

    09/11/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Ikehara Masaki's company takes detritus such as volcanic ash and seashells and transforms them into regional souvenirs. He talks about the potential of their proprietary solidification technology.

    09/11/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Visiting a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. The young students have come dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

    09/11/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Tamahagane is a type of steel used to make Japanese swords. A team of craftsmen from the only workshop in Japan that still produce it must work through a number of challenges to produce a perfect batch.

    09/11/2023 7:50 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    A compilation of time-lapse footage showcasing the calming nature of the forests of Hokkaido where the Ainu originally resided.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    Dizziness affects up to 30% of the world's population and can disrupt daily life. We report on the latest treatments from a hospital dedicated to identifying its causes through comprehensive testing.

    09/11/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Following Spanish photographer Tina Bague as she captures images of fellow non-Japanese living in Miyama in Kyoto, and Denys Kralikauskas, a Ukrainian who makes and mends tatami mats in Beppu in Oita.

    09/11/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/11/2023 10:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    Lessons on how the viewer can make the most out of their Japanese language skills. This time, a look at how the viewer can end a conversation on a high note for non-native Japanese speakers.

    09/11/2023 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    The Stetsyuk family talk about how they help in providing support to Ukrainian refugees and share their thought on the invasion of Russia.

    09/11/2023 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Providing a wide array of emergency information for foreigners who are visiting Japan.

    09/11/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/11/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Visiting a terakoya, a school teaching reading and writing. The young students have come dressed in their finest and are busy putting brush to paper to show off their calligraphy skills.

    09/11/2023 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 Ainu boats.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 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.

    09/11/2023 11:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Learning about the different prizes that exists for winning Sumo championships in Japan.

    09/12/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/12/2023 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.

    09/12/2023 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    US writer Benjamin Boas traces the route taken by Isabella Bird, a 19th-century British explorer who visited Japan. Starting from Kinugawa Onsen, he makes his way to the Aizu region and then to the town of Tsugawa in Niigata Prefecture.

    09/12/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/12/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Sato Motoyuki developed a mine detector that uses radar technology to visualise landmines. It's currently being used in Ukraine and other parts of the world. He talks about his work to clear mines.

    09/12/2023 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Chef Saito continues to teach us about traditional Japanese kaiseki set course meals. The sixth course is a fried dish. Learn to make fried dishes with two beautiful sauces, perfect for celebrations.

    09/12/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/12/2023 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.

    09/12/2023 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    An American woman living in Aomori talks about the birds that come to their nesting site near a local shrine.

    09/12/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/12/2023 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.

    09/12/2023 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    Dizziness affects up to 30% of the world's population and can disrupt daily life. We report on the latest treatments from a hospital dedicated to identifying its causes through comprehensive testing.

    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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