Schedules


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    01/29/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.

    01/29/2024 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 6:30 am

    Activate Your Japanese

    It is the day of the summer festival, and they find out that the MC for the karaoke contest is unable to come. The man who was supposed to be the MC explains what they should do and in what order over the phone, but Sasaki is left confused.

    01/29/2024 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    A disaster management expert provides useful tips for overcoming the various problems women have to face when staying at an evacuation shelter and recommends essential items to prepare.

    01/29/2024 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Introducing Samurai Castles from Time & Tide, which shows Japanese castles as attainments of Samurai wisdom. Presenting two episodes of Hikone Castle and Matsumoto Castle.

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Explores the legend of two god, Izanagi and Izanami, who were the founders of Japan and passed the country on to the people.

    01/29/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/29/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 8:23 am

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art. This time, a blade wielded by Miyamoto Musashi, the world's most famous swordsman: Musashi Masamune.

    01/29/2024 8:30 am

    Grand Sumo Highlights

    Highlights from the traditional Japanese combat sport of sumo wrestling, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 28 January, day fifteen of the Grand Sumo Tournament held in Tokyo.

    01/29/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/29/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Robin Takashi Lewis, a software developer, shares his story of creating an app to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic bottles and how he hopes to creatively change mindsets.

    01/29/2024 9:30 am

    Face to Face

    Designer Junko Koshino has astonished Japan's fashion scene for over 60 years with her out-of-the-box creations. We learn what continues to spur Koshino's passion for design.

    01/29/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    01/29/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

    01/29/2024 10:57 am

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Presents the process of making a traditional, handcrafted Japanese confectionary that is shaped into flowers and the captivating nature scenes of Izumo.

    01/29/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.

    01/29/2024 11:55 am

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art. This time, a sword made by Kuniyuki that is imbued with the power of the deity known as Fudo-myo-o.

    01/29/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/29/2024 12:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    It is the day of the summer festival, and they find out that the MC for the karaoke contest is unable to come. The man who was supposed to be the MC explains what they should do and in what order over the phone, but Sasaki is left confused.

    01/29/2024 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    A disaster management expert provides useful tips for overcoming the various problems women have to face when staying at an evacuation shelter and recommends essential items to prepare.

    01/29/2024 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Introducing Samurai Castles from Time & Tide, which shows Japanese castles as attainments of Samurai wisdom. Presenting two episodes of Hikone Castle and Matsumoto Castle.

    01/29/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Explores the legend of two god, Izanagi and Izanami, who were the founders of Japan and passed the country on to the people.

    01/29/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 2:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    A drug approved in Japan in 2018 involves just one injection for lumbar disc hernias, helping many patients for whom surgery was the only way to control the pain. Taking a look at how it works.

    01/29/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

    01/29/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.

    01/29/2024 4:30 pm

    Spiritual Explorers

    Explores the village of Anzenji and learns about the fearsome ogre-like mythical protector, Namahage.

    01/29/2024 4:55 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A collection of time-lapse footage from the streets of Hong Kong to Kyoto, showing the daily lives of locals in the area.

    01/29/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 5:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    It is the day of the summer festival, and they find out that the MC for the karaoke contest is unable to come. The man who was supposed to be the MC explains what they should do and in what order over the phone, but Sasaki is left confused.

    01/29/2024 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    A disaster management expert provides useful tips for overcoming the various problems women have to face when staying at an evacuation shelter and recommends essential items to prepare.

    01/29/2024 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Introducing Samurai Castles from Time & Tide, which shows Japanese castles as attainments of Samurai wisdom. Presenting two episodes of Hikone Castle and Matsumoto Castle.

    01/29/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    01/29/2024 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.

    01/29/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Robin Takashi Lewis, a software developer, shares his story of creating an app to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic bottles and how he hopes to creatively change mindsets.

    01/29/2024 6:55 pm

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art. This time, an in-depth look at Hotei Kunihiro, a sword conveying a swordsmith's wish for peace.

    01/29/2024 7:00 pm

    NHK Documentary

    The host takes a look into how parents can prevent their children from committing a crime as there are recruiters who try to lure them with wealth.

    01/29/2024 7:50 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    A compilation of time-lapse footage showcasing the calming nature of the forests of Hokkaido where the Ainu originally resided.

    01/29/2024 7:55 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A free diver goes on an underwater adventure on Yonaguni Island and shares his philosophy, including how to prepare his mental state before deep diving.

    01/29/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 8:30 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    A drug approved in Japan in 2018 involves just one injection for lumbar disc hernias, helping many patients for whom surgery was the only way to control the pain. Taking a look at how it works.

    01/29/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

    01/29/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    01/29/2024 10:30 pm

    Activate Your Japanese

    It is the day of the summer festival, and they find out that the MC for the karaoke contest is unable to come. The man who was supposed to be the MC explains what they should do and in what order over the phone, but Sasaki is left confused.

    01/29/2024 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    A disaster management expert provides useful tips for overcoming the various problems women have to face when staying at an evacuation shelter and recommends essential items to prepare.

    01/29/2024 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    Introducing Samurai Castles from Time & Tide, which shows Japanese castles as attainments of Samurai wisdom. Presenting two episodes of Hikone Castle and Matsumoto Castle.

    01/29/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/29/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Workers at a sawmill use the latest tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life: long, narrow beams, bamboo stems and leftover wood stacked as high as buildings.

    01/29/2024 11:20 pm

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art. This time, a famous swordsmith's blade that was cherished by the shoguns who ruled Edo-period Japan.

    01/29/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A free diver goes on an underwater adventure on Yonaguni Island and shares his philosophy, including how to prepare his mental state before deep diving.

    01/29/2024 11:30 pm

    Spiritual Explorers

    Explores the village of Anzenji and learns about the fearsome ogre-like mythical protector, Namahage.

    01/29/2024 11:55 pm

    Framing Everyday's Moments

    A collection of time-lapse footage from the streets of Hong Kong to Kyoto, showing the daily lives of locals in the area.

    01/30/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/30/2024 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.

    01/30/2024 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    James Lambiasi explores the history of Kumamoto Castle and the reconstruction efforts after the major earthquake in 2016.

    01/30/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/30/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Sato Motoyuki developed a mine detector that uses radar technology to visualise landmines. It's currently being used in Ukraine and other parts of the world. He talks about his work to clear mines.

    01/30/2024 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce the uninitiated to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.

    01/30/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/30/2024 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.

    01/30/2024 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    Explores the famous fishing gear shop that is open around the clock and sells over 6,000 items for their customers.

    01/30/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/30/2024 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.

    01/30/2024 3:30 am

    Medical Frontiers

    A drug approved in Japan in 2018 involves just one injection for lumbar disc hernias, helping many patients for whom surgery was the only way to control the pain. Taking a look at how it works.

    01/30/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    01/30/2024 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.

    01/30/2024 4:30 am

    Deeper Look from New York

    Well-informed hosts engage specialists in cutting-edge dialogues on concerns related to politics, economy, international happenings and cultural issues.

    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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