Schedules


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    01/17/2024 4:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The narrator takes a look at Henka technique which is commonly used in smaller Sumo wrestlers to dodge and quickly gain victory at the start of the match.

    01/17/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Nimsdai Purja MBE is a groundbreaking mountaineer from Nepal. Formerly an elite soldier, he is now applying his skills to setting climbing records on the world's highest and toughest peaks.

    01/17/2024 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    We visit Hachioji, a city in west Tokyo that once prospered as a textile town thanks to local mulberry cultivation and sericulture. We also see how a community of geisha are adapting to the times.

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 6:30 am

    Ninja Truth

    Joining Chris Glenn and Professor Yuji Yamada as they explore Iga, referred to as the birthplace of ninja arts. They follow the Iga ninja's origin story and the war that put them on the map.

    01/17/2024 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This time, a look at words related to `kaku', or `to write', and exploring the unique culture behind them.

    01/17/2024 6:55 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.

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 7:30 am

    Frontrunners

    Follow the stories behind a unique children's hospice that provides memorable palliative care to help the families of kids with incurable conditions face the end with peace and positivity.

    01/17/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/17/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 8:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Following bird's-eye views of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago. This time, a look at a Mt Fuji mural painter.

    01/17/2024 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights from the traditional Japanese combat sport of sumo wrestling, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 16 January, day three of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Tokyo.

    01/17/2024 8:57 am

    Sumopedia

    The narrator takes a look at Henka technique which is commonly used in smaller Sumo wrestlers to dodge and quickly gain victory at the start of the match.

    01/17/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/17/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Mountain climber Xia Boyu (73) lost both feet when he climbed Mount Everest for the first time. After 43 years, finally on May 14, 2018, he reached the summit of Everest.

    01/17/2024 9:30 am

    Science View

    Professor Yuki Morinaga has been investigating the traditional method of airag production for eight years. Discovering the sustainable life of Mongolian nomads through the eye of a Japanese researcher.

    01/17/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/17/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    We visit Hachioji, a city in west Tokyo that once prospered as a textile town thanks to local mulberry cultivation and sericulture. We also see how a community of geisha are adapting to the times.

    01/17/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Nimsdai Purja MBE is a groundbreaking mountaineer from Nepal. Formerly an elite soldier, he is now applying his skills to setting climbing records on the world's highest and toughest peaks.

    01/17/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. We investigate who the mysterious figure is, examine what is he doing, and discuss why the artist wanted to commemorate the moment.

    01/17/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/17/2024 12:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Joining Chris Glenn and Professor Yuji Yamada as they explore Iga, referred to as the birthplace of ninja arts. They follow the Iga ninja's origin story and the war that put them on the map.

    01/17/2024 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This time, a look at words related to `kaku', or `to write', and exploring the unique culture behind them.

    01/17/2024 12:55 pm

    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.

    01/17/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 1:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Follow the stories behind a unique children's hospice that provides memorable palliative care to help the families of kids with incurable conditions face the end with peace and positivity.

    01/17/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    In Japan, there's a type of sugar for nearly any recipe. Among them, wasanbon is one of the most precious and interesting due to its exclusive production in just six refineries in Shikoku.

    01/17/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    We visit Hachioji, a city in west Tokyo that once prospered as a textile town thanks to local mulberry cultivation and sericulture. We also see how a community of geisha are adapting to the times.

    01/17/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Nimsdai Purja MBE is a groundbreaking mountaineer from Nepal. Formerly an elite soldier, he is now applying his skills to setting climbing records on the world's highest and toughest peaks.

    01/17/2024 4:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights from the traditional Japanese combat sport of sumo wrestling, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 17 January, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Tokyo.

    01/17/2024 4:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

    01/17/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 5:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Joining Chris Glenn and Professor Yuji Yamada as they explore Iga, referred to as the birthplace of ninja arts. They follow the Iga ninja's origin story and the war that put them on the map.

    01/17/2024 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This time, a look at words related to `kaku', or `to write', and exploring the unique culture behind them.

    01/17/2024 5:55 pm

    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.

    01/17/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/17/2024 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.

    01/17/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Mountain climber Xia Boyu (73) lost both feet when he climbed Mount Everest for the first time. After 43 years, finally on May 14, 2018, he reached the summit of Everest.

    01/17/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. We investigate who the mysterious figure is, examine what is he doing, and discuss why the artist wanted to commemorate the moment.

    01/17/2024 7:00 pm

    Dreams of Glory: The World of Women's Sumo

    Capturing all of the excitement in the lead up to the Women Sumo World Championships in Tokyo. Following three athletes, Hisano Airi, Hasegawa Rio and Ivanna Berezovska, on their journey to the ring.

    01/17/2024 7:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Follow the stories behind a unique children's hospice that provides memorable palliative care to help the families of kids with incurable conditions face the end with peace and positivity.

    01/17/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    In Japan, there's a type of sugar for nearly any recipe. Among them, wasanbon is one of the most precious and interesting due to its exclusive production in just six refineries in Shikoku.

    01/17/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    We visit Hachioji, a city in west Tokyo that once prospered as a textile town thanks to local mulberry cultivation and sericulture. We also see how a community of geisha are adapting to the times.

    01/17/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/17/2024 10:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    Joining Chris Glenn and Professor Yuji Yamada as they explore Iga, referred to as the birthplace of ninja arts. They follow the Iga ninja's origin story and the war that put them on the map.

    01/17/2024 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history, and culture. This time, a look at words related to `kaku', or `to write', and exploring the unique culture behind them.

    01/17/2024 10:55 pm

    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.

    01/17/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/17/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku. We investigate who the mysterious figure is, examine what is he doing, and discuss why the artist wanted to commemorate the moment.

    01/17/2024 11:20 pm

    Tokyo Time-Lapse

    Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo, giving original takes on what many find the world's most exciting metropolis.

    01/17/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Following bird's-eye views of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago. This time, a look at a Mt Fuji mural painter.

    01/17/2024 11:30 pm

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights from the traditional Japanese combat sport of sumo wrestling, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 17 January, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Tokyo.

    01/17/2024 11:57 pm

    Sumopedia

    Sumopedia enriches your sumo experience with information on the techniques, traditions and famous wrestlers of the past. The rules may be simple but there is a lot more to sumo than meets the eye.

    01/18/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/18/2024 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.

    01/18/2024 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    Today, we dive deep into the core of Kata-yuzen, the stenciled beauty of dyeing. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.

    01/18/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/18/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Dr Bernadette Madrid, a Filipina paediatrician, has brought medical, legal, social, and mental health services together in a one-stop facility. Her aim is to raise awareness of child abuse.

    01/18/2024 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    Today's theme: Sound Designs in Wood. For centuries, wood has helped us produce sound through tapping, blowing, or amplifying. Explore how modern creators approach this extraordinary relationship.

    01/18/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/18/2024 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.

    01/18/2024 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    Luck: Auspicious customs and good-luck charms. Each time, Peter Barakan visits the key locations, and meets experts with fascinating cultural insights.

    01/18/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/18/2024 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.

    01/18/2024 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    In Japan, there's a type of sugar for nearly any recipe. Among them, wasanbon is one of the most precious and interesting due to its exclusive production in just six refineries in Shikoku.

    01/18/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/18/2024 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.

    01/18/2024 4:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights from the traditional Japanese combat sport of sumo wrestling, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 17 January, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Tokyo.

    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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