Schedules


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    11/15/2023 4:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The tsuriyane, a hanging roof above the sumo wrestling ring that resembles a Shinto shrine, has an interesting history.

    11/15/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Turkish Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk says the havoc caused by the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake is related to Turkey's culture and national traits. And he explains his belief in the power of the pen.

    11/15/2023 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    This time we explore the pop culture hub of Akihabara, home to many video game and anime stores. We learn how local electronics retailers have evolved with consumer trends and visit a maid cafe.

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 6:30 am

    Ninja Truth

    Long before the modern Japan that is known today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja from this era are scarce. A look at Fuma Ninjas.

    11/15/2023 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to oni, or demons. Explore the unique culture behind them.

    11/15/2023 6:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Exploring Mirei Shigemori, the ageless modernity of the rock garden. The old capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. Dive deep into its core history and significance.

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 7:30 am

    Frontrunners

    The thatched roofs found on traditional Japanese houses are declining in number, but Sagara Ikuya works hard to explore new possibilities, pass on his skills, and preserve the craft for the future.

    11/15/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/15/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 8:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A journey along the renowned Tsugaru Railway in the snow-blanketed region of Aomori Prefecture in northeastern Japan.

    11/15/2023 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 14 November, day three of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/15/2023 8:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The tsuriyane, a hanging roof above the sumo wrestling ring that resembles a Shinto shrine, has an interesting history.

    11/15/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/15/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    A focus on photographer and artist, Leena Kejriwal. She blends art and technology to create awareness about India's child trafficking, using stencils, games and digital comics based on true stories.

    11/15/2023 9:30 am

    Science View

    Japanese researchers created the technology behind next-generation solar cells. In this episode, we'll look at the story of their development and their tremendous potential to solve energy problems.

    11/15/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/15/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    This time we explore the pop culture hub of Akihabara, home to many video game and anime stores. We learn how local electronics retailers have evolved with consumer trends and visit a maid cafe.

    11/15/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Turkish Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk says the havoc caused by the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake is related to Turkey's culture and national traits. And he explains his belief in the power of the pen.

    11/15/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

    11/15/2023 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/15/2023 12:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Long before the modern Japan that is known today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja from this era are scarce. A look at Fuma Ninjas.

    11/15/2023 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to oni, or demons. Explore the unique culture behind them.

    11/15/2023 12:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Exploring Mirei Shigemori, the ageless modernity of the rock garden. The old capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. Dive deep into its core history and significance.

    11/15/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 1:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    The thatched roofs found on traditional Japanese houses are declining in number, but Sagara Ikuya works hard to explore new possibilities, pass on his skills, and preserve the craft for the future.

    11/15/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Yomogi is used in both sweet and savoury dishes to add flavour. It is also an important part of traditional remedies and has been used to produce a healing substance called moxa for over 1,000 years.

    11/15/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    This time we explore the pop culture hub of Akihabara, home to many video game and anime stores. We learn how local electronics retailers have evolved with consumer trends and visit a maid cafe.

    11/15/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Turkish Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk says the havoc caused by the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake is related to Turkey's culture and national traits. And he explains his belief in the power of the pen.

    11/15/2023 4:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 November, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/15/2023 4:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Ozeki is the second-highest rank in sumo wrestling, and although it is not the top rank, the wrestlers still face tough challenges.

    11/15/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 5:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Long before the modern Japan that is known today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja from this era are scarce. A look at Fuma Ninjas.

    11/15/2023 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to oni, or demons. Explore the unique culture behind them.

    11/15/2023 5:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Exploring Mirei Shigemori, the ageless modernity of the rock garden. The old capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. Dive deep into its core history and significance.

    11/15/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/15/2023 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.

    11/15/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    A focus on photographer and artist, Leena Kejriwal. She blends art and technology to create awareness about India's child trafficking, using stencils, games and digital comics based on true stories.

    11/15/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

    11/15/2023 7:00 pm

    Today's Close-Up

    A multitude of new foods based on cutting-edge technologies are being developed, but how do they taste? And can they solve the problems of food loss and shortages? We look into the challenges.

    11/15/2023 7:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    The thatched roofs found on traditional Japanese houses are declining in number, but Sagara Ikuya works hard to explore new possibilities, pass on his skills, and preserve the craft for the future.

    11/15/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Yomogi is used in both sweet and savoury dishes to add flavour. It is also an important part of traditional remedies and has been used to produce a healing substance called moxa for over 1,000 years.

    11/15/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    This time we explore the pop culture hub of Akihabara, home to many video game and anime stores. We learn how local electronics retailers have evolved with consumer trends and visit a maid cafe.

    11/15/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/15/2023 10:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Long before the modern Japan that is known today, the ninja worked secretly in the shadows for hundreds of years. Public records about the ninja from this era are scarce. A look at Fuma Ninjas.

    11/15/2023 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This episode looks at words related to oni, or demons. Explore the unique culture behind them.

    11/15/2023 10:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Exploring Mirei Shigemori, the ageless modernity of the rock garden. The old capital continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. Dive deep into its core history and significance.

    11/15/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/15/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh. Discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.

    11/15/2023 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

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

    11/15/2023 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A journey along the renowned Tsugaru Railway in the snow-blanketed region of Aomori Prefecture in northeastern Japan.

    11/15/2023 11:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 November, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/15/2023 11:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Ozeki is the second-highest rank in sumo wrestling, and although it is not the top rank, the wrestlers still face tough challenges.

    11/16/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/16/2023 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.

    11/16/2023 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    Stone is a noticeable feature when walking through Kyoto's townscape: pavements, stairs, and religious statuary and objects. Stonemasons bring out the inherent beauty and qualities of their materials.

    11/16/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/16/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Professor Jason Arday focuses on the UK education system in his work as a sociologist. He made history this year, when at 37 he became the youngest Black professor at Cambridge University.

    11/16/2023 1:30 am

    Design Talks Plus

    Hirao Masashi gives an insight into how bonsai has become popular across the world, and showcases the wonderfulness of Japanese culture.

    11/16/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/16/2023 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.

    11/16/2023 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    Scissors: highly specialized tools, crafted by experts. Each time, Peter Barakan visits a series of key locations and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights from all over Japan.

    11/16/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/16/2023 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.

    11/16/2023 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Yomogi is used in both sweet and savoury dishes to add flavour. It is also an important part of traditional remedies and has been used to produce a healing substance called moxa for over 1,000 years.

    11/16/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/16/2023 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.

    11/16/2023 4:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 November, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    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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