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    11/04/2023 4:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    11/04/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 5:10 am

    Japan's Top Inventions

    In the first half, a look at imitation crab and how it is enjoyed around the world. In the second half, a look at monorail transporters which help farmers carry their produce up and down inclines.

    11/04/2023 5:40 am

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    When disaster strikes, it can be hard to find people trapped under rubble, while fire, volcanic eruption, or nuclear accidents may bar entry entirely. That's where disaster response robots can help.

    11/04/2023 5:55 am

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Featuring `Understand in 5 Seconds'.

    11/04/2023 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 6:10 am

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Showcasing an array of programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This time, a look at a pandemic year in a hot spring resort town as it struggles to survive.

    11/04/2023 6:55 am

    Ramen Japan

    Explores the making of Shirakawa and Kitakata ramen noodles in Fukushima, located in the Tōhoku region of Honshu, Japan.

    11/04/2023 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 7:10 am

    Another Story

    The people work within Doctors Without Borders share their thought about their activities in aiding people in need.

    11/04/2023 7:55 am

    Ramen Japan

    In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!

    11/04/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 8:10 am

    Japan's Top Inventions

    In the first half, a look at imitation crab and how it is enjoyed around the world. In the second half, a look at monorail transporters which help farmers carry their produce up and down inclines.

    11/04/2023 8:40 am

    BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life

    When disaster strikes, it can be hard to find people trapped under rubble, while fire, volcanic eruption, or nuclear accidents may bar entry entirely. That's where disaster response robots can help.

    11/04/2023 8:55 am

    Pythagora Switch Mini

    Featuring `Understand in 5 Seconds'.

    11/04/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 9:10 am

    Train Cruise

    Criss-crossing Japan by rail and enjoying the amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. This time, on a line between Niigata and Yamagata.

    11/04/2023 9:55 am

    Japanology Plus mini

    The kotatsu table, a staple of Japanese households, is so culturally significant that it features in pop culture around the world.

    11/04/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 10:10 am

    Today's Close-Up

    It has long been clear that saying girls should... represents an outdated attempt to force females into stereotyped roles. We hear from some young people who have suffered from gender prejudice.

    11/04/2023 10:40 am

    Story Land

    A monkey tricks a mother crab to death, and the crab's children team up with their allies to teach the monkey a lesson.

    11/04/2023 10:50 am

    Texico

    Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.

    11/04/2023 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 11:10 am

    YOKAI: Exploring Hidden Japanese Folklore

    In Japan, strange phenomena are said to be the work of creatures known as yokai. Their legends are still told in regions all over the country. Introducing the tale of the Zashiki Warashi.

    11/04/2023 11:40 am

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    11/04/2023 11:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    11/04/2023 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 12:10 pm

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Showcasing an array of programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This time, a look at a pandemic year in a hot spring resort town as it struggles to survive.

    11/04/2023 12:55 pm

    Ramen Japan

    Explores the making of Shirakawa and Kitakata ramen noodles in Fukushima, located in the Tōhoku region of Honshu, Japan.

    11/04/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 1:10 pm

    Another Story

    The people work within Doctors Without Borders share their thought about their activities in aiding people in need.

    11/04/2023 1:55 pm

    Ramen Japan

    In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!

    11/04/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 2:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    From a machine-washable thread that allows for daily wear to additives for skin care and even food products, featuring new innovations that are changing the way silk is being produced and used.

    11/04/2023 2:40 pm

    Story Land

    A monkey tricks a mother crab to death, and the crab's children team up with their allies to teach the monkey a lesson.

    11/04/2023 2:50 pm

    Texico

    Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.

    11/04/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 3:10 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Three lost decades since the end of Japan's bubble era have damaged the country's global image and spawned the term `Cheap Japan'. Exploring what it might take to revive Japan's economy once again.

    11/04/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 4:10 pm

    YOKAI: Exploring Hidden Japanese Folklore

    In Japan, strange phenomena are said to be the work of creatures known as yokai. Their legends are still told in regions all over the country. Introducing the tale of the Zashiki Warashi.

    11/04/2023 4:40 pm

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    11/04/2023 4:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    11/04/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 5:10 pm

    Train Cruise

    Criss-crossing Japan by rail and enjoying the amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. This time, on a line between Niigata and Yamagata.

    11/04/2023 5:55 pm

    Japanology Plus mini

    The kotatsu table, a staple of Japanese households, is so culturally significant that it features in pop culture around the world.

    11/04/2023 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 6:10 pm

    Broadcasters' Eye

    Showcasing an array of programs by commercial and cable television broadcasters in Japan. This time, a look at a pandemic year in a hot spring resort town as it struggles to survive.

    11/04/2023 6:55 pm

    Ramen Japan

    Explores the making of Shirakawa and Kitakata ramen noodles in Fukushima, located in the Tōhoku region of Honshu, Japan.

    11/04/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 7:10 pm

    Another Story

    The people work within Doctors Without Borders share their thought about their activities in aiding people in need.

    11/04/2023 7:55 pm

    Ramen Japan

    In Yamagata, a city that eats more ramen than any other in Japan, uncover the mysteries behind the unusual local ramen!

    11/04/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 8:10 pm

    Train Cruise

    Criss-crossing Japan by rail and enjoying the amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan. This time, on a line between Niigata and Yamagata.

    11/04/2023 8:55 pm

    Japanology Plus mini

    The kotatsu table, a staple of Japanese households, is so culturally significant that it features in pop culture around the world.

    11/04/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 9:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    From a machine-washable thread that allows for daily wear to additives for skin care and even food products, featuring new innovations that are changing the way silk is being produced and used.

    11/04/2023 9:40 pm

    Story Land

    A monkey tricks a mother crab to death, and the crab's children team up with their allies to teach the monkey a lesson.

    11/04/2023 9:50 pm

    Texico

    Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.

    11/04/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 10:10 pm

    NHK Documentary

    Three lost decades since the end of Japan's bubble era have damaged the country's global image and spawned the term `Cheap Japan'. Exploring what it might take to revive Japan's economy once again.

    11/04/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/04/2023 11:10 pm

    YOKAI: Exploring Hidden Japanese Folklore

    In Japan, strange phenomena are said to be the work of creatures known as yokai. Their legends are still told in regions all over the country. Introducing the tale of the Zashiki Warashi.

    11/04/2023 11:40 pm

    The Quest for Ancient Colour

    Japan's Classical period featured stunning natural colours and dyeing techniques. A fifth-generation Kyoto dye craftsman is rediscovering this tradition, resulting in a rich expression of hues.

    11/04/2023 11:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyokusui-no-Utage, poetry with classic Heian elegance. The ancient capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    11/05/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/05/2023 12:10 am

    The Kind-Hearted Cat

    Miyuki's mother Matsuko visits from Yamagata to help Miyuki and her family. The court case begins, and the family is questioned by Urabe, the defence counsel representing Japan.

    11/05/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/05/2023 1:10 am

    Hometown Stories

    A family living on a farm seeks self-sufficiency by foraging for wild plants, cultivating honey, and shearing sheep. They try to find joy in the small things, no matter how hard they may be.

    11/05/2023 1:30 am

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    Learning about ritto and shosetsu, two important dates in early winter. The nuns teach the viewer how to make seasonal pickles and dumplings.

    11/05/2023 1:40 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at Karesansui, a dry-gardening style developed in 14th-century Japan requiring the arranging of stone and gravel that developed as a place for Buddhist monks to practice their ascetic training.

    11/05/2023 1:45 am

    Wild Hokkaido!

    Mt Mokoto in eastern Hokkaido is easily accessible to hikers. John, an expert climber and photographer, heads for its 1,000-meter summit to overlook Lake Kussharo and witness a spectacular sea of clouds.

    11/05/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/05/2023 2:10 am

    Biz Stream

    From a machine-washable thread that allows for daily wear to additives for skin care and even food products, featuring new innovations that are changing the way silk is being produced and used.

    11/05/2023 2:40 am

    Little Charo

    Charo brings food to Dread; however, he learns that Dread does not appreciate food sharing and explains the harsh life he has been through.

    11/05/2023 2:50 am

    Japanology Plus mini

    University professor Saito Katsuhiko, introduces some new products, and comments on the cultural aspects of cardboard in Japanese life. Matt Alt learns how to make cardboard artwork from a master of the craft.

    11/05/2023 2:55 am

    A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

    Visiting the city known for its giant Buddha statue to watch a kitty play in the Meigetsu-in Temple garden, then having a nap with kittens on a priest's cushion at another temple along a train line.

    11/05/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/05/2023 3:10 am

    Darwin's Amazing Animals

    A massive twisting column rising from the depths features thousands of Arabesque greenlings, a type of mackerel. More surprises await as a vortex form at the top, attracting prey and predator alike.

    11/05/2023 3:35 am

    Time-lapse Journey

    A collection of time-lapse photography showcasing the beautiful scenery of Seto Inland Sea, located in between Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu.

    11/05/2023 3:40 am

    Take Tech

    Explores the mechanism of a flush toilet and traces the flow of the water.

    11/05/2023 3:50 am

    U & I

    I notices that U looks restless and decides to call him for a casual check-up. I learns that U actually has issues with bright light.

    11/05/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/05/2023 4:10 am

    Somewhere Street

    Located about 80 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, Chichibu is a quiet leisurely paced city. Stroll around the old town where the silk industry flourished.

    NHK World Europe

    Available schedules: 03/26/2022 - 12/28/2024 Time zone: Central European Time (CET) UTC +1 Country: United States Language: English

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