Schedules


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    11/20/2023 4:57 am

    Sumopedia

    An important and tactical sumo wrestling technique sees a wrestler use their whole body to trip their opponent.

    11/20/2023 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    11/20/2023 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Takes a look at the daily of Ukrainian families fleeing from home country to Nagano as they are getting used to culture and becoming more accustomed to the society.

    11/20/2023 5:57 am

    Satoyama Kitchen Diary

    Chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take the viewer on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery. This time, they focus on pickled veggies.

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 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 what the viewer can say or do when they would like to politely disagree in a social setting.

    11/20/2023 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    Actor Fujiwara Momona has been a wheelchair user since childhood. In a society that tends to limit how people with disabilities live their lives, a look at the world this budding actor hopes to build.

    11/20/2023 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Embarking on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan, flying to airports nationwide and enjoying breathtaking views from the airplane window. Upon arrival at each location, expert local airport staff introduce must-see attractions.

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Today: Kawagoe: Keeping Urbane Traditions Alive.

    11/20/2023 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/20/2023 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 8:23 am

    Treasure Box Japan: Saitama

    At a temple in Higashimatsuyama, an annual ceremony is held where people warm their behinds by a bonfire while eating sweets. It's a unique celebration based on a legend more than 1,000 years old.

    11/20/2023 8:26 am

    Time-lapse Journey

    Mount Fuji is the tallest mountain in Japan and is also an active volcano about 100 kilometres southwest of Tokyo. A look at the beauty of the many different faces of Fuji through time-lapse photography.

    11/20/2023 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 19 November, day eight of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/20/2023 8:57 am

    Sumopedia

    An important and tactical sumo wrestling technique sees a wrestler use their whole body to trip their opponent.

    11/20/2023 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/20/2023 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Yamafune Kotaro has developed a method for the 3D modelling of underwater archaeological sites. He talks about how this advanced technology has changed the field of maritime archaeology.

    11/20/2023 9:30 am

    J-MELO

    This week: dance-vocal group MAZZEL, who had over six million views for a music video before their debut; and idol group ukka, who made their major-label debut in 2022.

    11/20/2023 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    11/20/2023 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Takes a look at the daily of Ukrainian families fleeing from home country to Nagano as they are getting used to culture and becoming more accustomed to the society.

    11/20/2023 10:57 am

    Nun's Cookbook

    The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple invite the viewer inside their kitchen showcase how they prepare tasty delicacies from their seasonal cookbook. This time, they make persimmon leaf sushi.

    11/20/2023 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    11/20/2023 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape with the aroma of food in the air, both sweet and savoury, that helps the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

    11/20/2023 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/20/2023 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 what the viewer can say or do when they would like to politely disagree in a social setting.

    11/20/2023 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Actor Fujiwara Momona has been a wheelchair user since childhood. In a society that tends to limit how people with disabilities live their lives, a look at the world this budding actor hopes to build.

    11/20/2023 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Embarking on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan, flying to airports nationwide and enjoying breathtaking views from the airplane window. Upon arrival at each location, expert local airport staff introduce must-see attractions.

    11/20/2023 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Today: Kawagoe: Keeping Urbane Traditions Alive.

    11/20/2023 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    During experiments with animals, Japanese researchers discover ways to remove aged cells that stop dividing, which can help improve kidney function and reduce arteriosclerosis.

    11/20/2023 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Takes a look at the daily of Ukrainian families fleeing from home country to Nagano as they are getting used to culture and becoming more accustomed to the society.

    11/20/2023 3:57 pm

    Nun's Cookbook

    The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple invite the viewer inside their kitchen showcase how they prepare tasty delicacies from their seasonal cookbook. This time, they make rice with taro and makomodake.

    11/20/2023 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Matthew Meyer talks about his drawings inspired by the Yokais, supernatural creatures in Japan, and reveals how he is fascinated by the culture.

    11/20/2023 4:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 20 November, day nine of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/20/2023 4:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Learning all about the belt fighting style that is practised by sumo wrestlers to defeat their opponents.

    11/20/2023 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 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 what the viewer can say or do when they would like to politely disagree in a social setting.

    11/20/2023 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Actor Fujiwara Momona has been a wheelchair user since childhood. In a society that tends to limit how people with disabilities live their lives, a look at the world this budding actor hopes to build.

    11/20/2023 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Embarking on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan, flying to airports nationwide and enjoying breathtaking views from the airplane window. Upon arrival at each location, expert local airport staff introduce must-see attractions.

    11/20/2023 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    11/20/2023 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.

    11/20/2023 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Yamafune Kotaro has developed a method for the 3D modelling of underwater archaeological sites. He talks about how this advanced technology has changed the field of maritime archaeology.

    11/20/2023 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape with the aroma of food in the air, both sweet and savoury, that helps the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

    11/20/2023 7:00 pm

    NHK Documentary

    The tragedy of the Great Kanto Earthquake continued for three days, during which an unlikely fire tornado consumed a crowded evacuation site and violence against foreign residents ran rampant.

    11/20/2023 7:50 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    A time-lapse taken in Japan in Ogasawara.

    11/20/2023 7:55 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A bird's-eye view of Saga, a prefecture famous for the production of green tea. A tea grower in Ueshino talks about his work and dedication.

    11/20/2023 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    During experiments with animals, Japanese researchers discover ways to remove aged cells that stop dividing, which can help improve kidney function and reduce arteriosclerosis.

    11/20/2023 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Takes a look at the daily of Ukrainian families fleeing from home country to Nagano as they are getting used to culture and becoming more accustomed to the society.

    11/20/2023 9:57 pm

    Nun's Cookbook

    The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple invite the viewer inside their kitchen showcase how they prepare tasty delicacies from their seasonal cookbook. This time, they make fukume-ni with root vegetables.

    11/20/2023 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    11/20/2023 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 what the viewer can say or do when they would like to politely disagree in a social setting.

    11/20/2023 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Actor Fujiwara Momona has been a wheelchair user since childhood. In a society that tends to limit how people with disabilities live their lives, a look at the world this budding actor hopes to build.

    11/20/2023 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Embarking on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan, flying to airports nationwide and enjoying breathtaking views from the airplane window. Upon arrival at each location, expert local airport staff introduce must-see attractions.

    11/20/2023 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/20/2023 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    We come across a tranquil, snow-covered Edo cityscape with the aroma of food in the air, both sweet and savoury, that helps the townspeople keep warm in the winter.

    11/20/2023 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    In Nagasaki, an isolated church on a deserted island was built after Japan's anti-Christian laws ended.

    11/20/2023 11:25 pm

    Treasure Box Japan: Saitama

    At a temple in Higashimatsuyama, an annual ceremony is held where people warm their behinds by a bonfire while eating sweets. It's a unique celebration based on a legend more than 1,000 years old.

    11/20/2023 11:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 20 November, day nine of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Fukuoka, Kyushu Island.

    11/20/2023 11:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Learning all about the belt fighting style that is practised by sumo wrestlers to defeat their opponents.

    11/21/2023 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/21/2023 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.

    11/21/2023 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks. This time, the hosts make their way to Nikko.

    11/21/2023 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/21/2023 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Nakamura Noburo is the CEO of a prosthetics manufacturer that invented the world's first silicone rubber insole. He explains the many ways his company offers support for disability and illness.

    11/21/2023 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Featured recipes: assorted mushroom tempura and nameko akadashi soup. Helping the viewer learn Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques.

    11/21/2023 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/21/2023 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.

    11/21/2023 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    Explores the reasons behind the popularity of udon noodle vending machines in the rest area of a busy road in western Shimane Prefecture.

    11/21/2023 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/21/2023 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.

    11/21/2023 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    During experiments with animals, Japanese researchers discover ways to remove aged cells that stop dividing, which can help improve kidney function and reduce arteriosclerosis.

    11/21/2023 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    11/21/2023 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.

    11/21/2023 4:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 20 November, day nine 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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