Schedules


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    01/03/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 5:10 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.

    01/03/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.

    01/03/2024 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores Omori, an area of Tokyo that was once noted for its edible seaweed known as nori. James Farrer learns about this food's cultivation methods and dives into the area more widely.

    01/03/2024 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 6:10 am

    My Street Piano

    One of Japan's leading resort areas, Okinawa. In the middle of Koza Music Town, a piano is placed for a limited period. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies.

    01/03/2024 6:30 am

    Ninja Truth

    Examining the different techniques used by the ninja in order to retain large amounts of information. Also, recreating a mizukakyo, or water-resistant torch, using ingredients of the time.

    01/03/2024 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan looks into the world of Japanese sweets or wagashi which is an essential part to the Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 6:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring fabric pieces, honouring and caring for the past. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    01/03/2024 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 7:10 am

    Ramen Japan

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

    01/03/2024 7:25 am

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A compilation of natural scenic video footage taken by photographers to showcase how wonderful nature can be.

    01/03/2024 7:30 am

    Sharing the Future

    In Benin, a Japanese entrepreneur and his local partner are helping logistically isolated rural organic farmers connect with savvy urban customers who can pay good prices.

    01/03/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 8:10 am

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

    01/03/2024 8:25 am

    Nun's Cookbook

    Highlighting seasonal recipes from the nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple, this time the nuns look at konnyaku, a jelly-like food that is particularly high in fibre and made from taro-like potatoes.

    01/03/2024 8:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the enduring appeal of the two outlaws, Kochiyama and Naozamurai. Despite their crimes, they protect the weak and can be tender lovers, holding a special place in Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her eight-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn, New York, provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact.

    01/03/2024 9:30 am

    Science View

    Soil expert Kazumichi Fujii is working to ensure that 10 billion people will have enough to eat. This episode follows his work, in the field and in the lab, from Borneo, to Tochigi, to Tokyo.

    01/03/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 10:15 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/03/2024 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores Omori, an area of Tokyo that was once noted for its edible seaweed known as nori. James Farrer learns about this food's cultivation methods and dives into the area more widely.

    01/03/2024 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 11:15 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/03/2024 11:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Concerned about the decline in global bee populations, urbanites take on rooftop beekeeping in Japan's capital. Also, visiting beekeeping sites responsible for precious honey varieties that are increasingly at risk.

    01/03/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.

    01/03/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Pilgrims have gathered on a beach along the Kanagawa coast, near Kamakura. Their destination is Enoshima, an island offering leisure, adventure, and spirituality. But first, they had to get across.

    01/03/2024 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 12:10 pm

    Ramen Japan

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

    01/03/2024 12:25 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A compilation of natural scenic video footage taken by photographers to showcase how wonderful nature can be.

    01/03/2024 12:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Examining the different techniques used by the ninja in order to retain large amounts of information. Also, recreating a mizukakyo, or water-resistant torch, using ingredients of the time.

    01/03/2024 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan looks into the world of Japanese sweets or wagashi which is an essential part to the Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 12:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring fabric pieces, honouring and caring for the past. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    01/03/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 1:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    One of Japan's leading resort areas, Okinawa. In the middle of Koza Music Town, a piano is placed for a limited period. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies.

    01/03/2024 1:30 pm

    Sharing the Future

    In Benin, a Japanese entrepreneur and his local partner are helping logistically isolated rural organic farmers connect with savvy urban customers who can pay good prices.

    01/03/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 2:10 pm

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

    01/03/2024 2:25 pm

    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.

    01/03/2024 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Explores the butter production in Hokkaido Prefecture, where cows are raised in a stress-free environment. Discovers how butter is used in traditional Japanese cuisine.

    01/03/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 3:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/03/2024 3:23 pm

    Design Museum Japan

    Okayama / Hara Kenya (graphic designer) Hara visits a Japanese propeller maker with a 30% global market share, to discover the merit of finding an object's perfect shape, without compromise.

    01/03/2024 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores Omori, an area of Tokyo that was once noted for its edible seaweed known as nori. James Farrer learns about this food's cultivation methods and dives into the area more widely.

    01/03/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 4:10 pm

    On the Wings

    Embarking on a series of journeys through the skies over Japan, flying to airports across Japan to enjoy breathtaking views from the airplane window. This time, tracking the flight from Kagoshima to Amami Airport.

    01/03/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.

    01/03/2024 4:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the enduring appeal of the two outlaws, Kochiyama and Naozamurai. Despite their crimes, they protect the weak and can be tender lovers, holding a special place in Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 5:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    One of Japan's leading resort areas, Okinawa. In the middle of Koza Music Town, a piano is placed for a limited period. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies.

    01/03/2024 5:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Examining the different techniques used by the ninja in order to retain large amounts of information. Also, recreating a mizukakyo, or water-resistant torch, using ingredients of the time.

    01/03/2024 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan looks into the world of Japanese sweets or wagashi which is an essential part to the Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 5:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring fabric pieces, honouring and caring for the past. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    01/03/2024 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 6:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/03/2024 6:25 pm

    Ramen Japan

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

    01/03/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her eight-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn, New York, provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact.

    01/03/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Pilgrims have gathered on a beach along the Kanagawa coast, near Kamakura. Their destination is Enoshima, an island offering leisure, adventure, and spirituality. But first, they had to get across.

    01/03/2024 7:00 pm

    Rene Goes to School

    A Cameroonian manga creator, Rene draws manga about his experiences growing up in Japan. He meets 17-year-old Upama from Nepal, who struggles with her racial identity. They create a manga together.

    01/03/2024 7:30 pm

    Sharing the Future

    In Benin, a Japanese entrepreneur and his local partner are helping logistically isolated rural organic farmers connect with savvy urban customers who can pay good prices.

    01/03/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 8:10 pm

    My Street Piano

    One of Japan's leading resort areas, Okinawa. In the middle of Koza Music Town, a piano is placed for a limited period. Players from all walks of life come to share their melodies.

    01/03/2024 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Explores the butter production in Hokkaido Prefecture, where cows are raised in a stress-free environment. Discovers how butter is used in traditional Japanese cuisine.

    01/03/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 9:10 pm

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

    01/03/2024 9:25 pm

    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.

    01/03/2024 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores Omori, an area of Tokyo that was once noted for its edible seaweed known as nori. James Farrer learns about this food's cultivation methods and dives into the area more widely.

    01/03/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 10:10 pm

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/03/2024 10:23 pm

    Design Museum Japan

    Shiga / Nagayama Yuko (architect) For 400 years, a group of stonemasons have been building walls using natural stone. Nagayama learns how a stone's qualities are assessed and utilised.

    01/03/2024 10:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Examining the different techniques used by the ninja in order to retain large amounts of information. Also, recreating a mizukakyo, or water-resistant torch, using ingredients of the time.

    01/03/2024 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan looks into the world of Japanese sweets or wagashi which is an essential part to the Japanese culture.

    01/03/2024 10:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Featuring fabric pieces, honouring and caring for the past. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. We dive deep into its core in this definitive programme.

    01/03/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/03/2024 11:10 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A compilation of natural scenic video footage taken by photographers to showcase how wonderful nature can be.

    01/03/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Pilgrims have gathered on a beach along the Kanagawa coast, near Kamakura. Their destination is Enoshima, an island offering leisure, adventure, and spirituality. But first, they had to get across.

    01/03/2024 11:20 pm

    OGASAWARA Time-lapse

    Features timelapse and hyperlapse footages showing the history of Ogasawara islanders and how they live in the present.

    01/03/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A local farmer shares how he leads a double life at a salmon hatchery built around a natural cycle in the Shonai plains of Yamagata Prefecture.

    01/03/2024 11:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the enduring appeal of the two outlaws, Kochiyama and Naozamurai. Despite their crimes, they protect the weak and can be tender lovers, holding a special place in Japanese culture.

    01/04/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/04/2024 12:10 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/04/2024 12:23 am

    National Parks of Japan

    Keramashoto National Park offers pristine waters that support a diverse ecosystem. It's also home to people who proactively carry out conservation activities and proudly carry on a distinct culture.

    01/04/2024 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    Explores traditional Japanese rituals involving straw and rice. Straw is important in rituals at Shinto shrines dedicated to the deity of rice, and twisted straw ropes welcome the deity of the new year.

    01/04/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/04/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    An in-depth interview with Radoslaw Fedaczynski, a veterinary surgeon, sharing his unique insights, information and analysis.

    01/04/2024 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    A look at design hunting in the Japanese prefecture of Aichi. A cultural and technological hub, Aichi's unique culture draws on exceptional traditional craftsmanship and a flexible approach for its regional designs.

    01/04/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/04/2024 2:15 am

    Nun's Seasonal Calendar

    On the winter date of Shokan, the nuns pick herbs in the temple's garden and make seasonal rice porridge. Later, they prepare kan-koji fermented rice and pickled napa cabbage on Daikan.

    01/04/2024 2:25 am

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Amami shimauta, generally referred to as simply shimauta, is a traditional form of music from the Amami Islands, which are part of the southern islands of Japan that formerly constituted the Ryukyu Kingdom.

    01/04/2024 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    While Japan's population ages, many `active seniors' energetically participate in work and hobbies. An 88-year-old programmer and 104-year-old timepiece repairer show the secrets of senior success.

    01/04/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/04/2024 3:15 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/04/2024 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Explores the butter production in Hokkaido Prefecture, where cows are raised in a stress-free environment. Discovers how butter is used in traditional Japanese cuisine.

    01/04/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/04/2024 4:15 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at how different companies in Japan's seafood industry are adapting their business models as a means to overcome their ever-increasing business challenges and increase sales.

    01/04/2024 4:30 am

    Lunch ON!

    The team visit a farm run by a couple and their three sons in Chiba Prefecture that produces a vegetable called `okahijiki'. Come lunchtime, the whole family sits down together for a tasty okahijiki meal.

    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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