Schedules


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    05/08/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 4:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

    05/08/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    South Korean gynecologist Bak Seulgi addresses biases held in the country against women's bodies, speaking at schools and events in order to spread accurate information and protect women's health.

    05/08/2024 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Tsukiji is famous for its fish and seafood market. Exploring to learn about how it was created 370 years ago through land reclamation and following its evolution up to the present.

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 6:30 am

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja are said to have used more than 400 unique tools and weapons. A look at the kusarigama and trying out a modern version of the hiding techniques the ninja were known for.

    05/08/2024 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    A look at Japanese words related to swords, an item with a strong connection to Japanese history. During the rule of the samurai, swords were so common in daily life that a range of expressions evolved related to them.

    05/08/2024 6:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the satoyama style of living in harmony with nature and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital, surviving in the mountains north of central Kyoto. Discovering the local customs that keep Kyoto's culture alive.

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 7:30 am

    Frontrunners

    Dr. Kato Yoko is a expert in the treatment of deadly strokes, with over 3,000 surgeries to her name across a career spanning almost five decades. She also trains med students from around the world.

    05/08/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/08/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 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, an olive grower in Shodoshima.

    05/08/2024 8:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

    05/08/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/08/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Chicago physician Zaher Sahloul founded an NGO to support people enduring war and natural disasters worldwide. It started in response to war in his homeland. Syria, and continues today in Ukraine.

    05/08/2024 9:30 am

    Science View

    A look at how artificial blood might solve the blood shortage. Examining how Professor Teruyuki Komatsu of Chuo University is turning something that has long been a dream into reality.

    05/08/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    05/08/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Tsukiji is famous for its fish and seafood market. Exploring to learn about how it was created 370 years ago through land reclamation and following its evolution up to the present.

    05/08/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    South Korean gynecologist Bak Seulgi addresses biases held in the country against women's bodies, speaking at schools and events in order to spread accurate information and protect women's health.

    05/08/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain.

    05/08/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/08/2024 12:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja are said to have used more than 400 unique tools and weapons. A look at the kusarigama and trying out a modern version of the hiding techniques the ninja were known for.

    05/08/2024 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at Japanese words related to swords, an item with a strong connection to Japanese history. During the rule of the samurai, swords were so common in daily life that a range of expressions evolved related to them.

    05/08/2024 12:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the satoyama style of living in harmony with nature and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital, surviving in the mountains north of central Kyoto. Discovering the local customs that keep Kyoto's culture alive.

    05/08/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 1:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 1:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Dr. Kato Yoko is a expert in the treatment of deadly strokes, with over 3,000 surgeries to her name across a career spanning almost five decades. She also trains med students from around the world.

    05/08/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Ise-ebi, or Japanese spiny lobster, is the king of lobster. One ise-ebi can cost up to $50 at Tsukiji. As a symbol of luck, longevity and vigor, ise-ebi is a must for times of celebration.

    05/08/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Tsukiji is famous for its fish and seafood market. Exploring to learn about how it was created 370 years ago through land reclamation and following its evolution up to the present.

    05/08/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    South Korean gynecologist Bak Seulgi addresses biases held in the country against women's bodies, speaking at schools and events in order to spread accurate information and protect women's health.

    05/08/2024 4:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

    05/08/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 5:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja are said to have used more than 400 unique tools and weapons. A look at the kusarigama and trying out a modern version of the hiding techniques the ninja were known for.

    05/08/2024 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at Japanese words related to swords, an item with a strong connection to Japanese history. During the rule of the samurai, swords were so common in daily life that a range of expressions evolved related to them.

    05/08/2024 5:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the satoyama style of living in harmony with nature and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital, surviving in the mountains north of central Kyoto. Discovering the local customs that keep Kyoto's culture alive.

    05/08/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Chicago physician Zaher Sahloul founded an NGO to support people enduring war and natural disasters worldwide. It started in response to war in his homeland. Syria, and continues today in Ukraine.

    05/08/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain.

    05/08/2024 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.

    05/08/2024 7:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Dr. Kato Yoko is a expert in the treatment of deadly strokes, with over 3,000 surgeries to her name across a career spanning almost five decades. She also trains med students from around the world.

    05/08/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Ise-ebi, or Japanese spiny lobster, is the king of lobster. One ise-ebi can cost up to $50 at Tsukiji. As a symbol of luck, longevity and vigor, ise-ebi is a must for times of celebration.

    05/08/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Tsukiji is famous for its fish and seafood market. Exploring to learn about how it was created 370 years ago through land reclamation and following its evolution up to the present.

    05/08/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    05/08/2024 10:30 pm

    Ninja Truth

    The ninja are said to have used more than 400 unique tools and weapons. A look at the kusarigama and trying out a modern version of the hiding techniques the ninja were known for.

    05/08/2024 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at Japanese words related to swords, an item with a strong connection to Japanese history. During the rule of the samurai, swords were so common in daily life that a range of expressions evolved related to them.

    05/08/2024 10:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the satoyama style of living in harmony with nature and the customs that influenced life in the ancient capital, surviving in the mountains north of central Kyoto. Discovering the local customs that keep Kyoto's culture alive.

    05/08/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/08/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain.

    05/08/2024 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Okinawa Prefecture is a group of subtropical islands in the far south of Japan. We examine its past and present, with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Homes.

    05/08/2024 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, an olive grower in Shodoshima.

    05/08/2024 11:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    Actor Kataoka Ainosuke reveals the wide variety of props used by tachiyaku, the male roles in kabuki. Explore the all-important katana sword, tobacco pipes, footwear and gold coins.

    05/09/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/09/2024 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.

    05/09/2024 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    The ancient capital and timeless heart of Japan, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, modern Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

    05/09/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/09/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    A look at Australian scientist Scott O'Neill, CEO of the not-for-profit group of companies World Mosquito Program, has worked to protect countless communities from mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue.

    05/09/2024 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    Explores the modernised version of Tokyo's traditional crafts and arts, including woodblock printing, glass, and fabric patterns.

    05/09/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/09/2024 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.

    05/09/2024 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    Nicoleta Oprisan from Romania is highly skilled at ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. In a special interview, she speaks about ikebana's power to communicate without words.

    05/09/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    05/09/2024 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.

    05/09/2024 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Ise-ebi, or Japanese spiny lobster, is the king of lobster. One ise-ebi can cost up to $50 at Tsukiji. As a symbol of luck, longevity and vigor, ise-ebi is a must for times of celebration.

    NHK World Europe

    Available schedules: 03/26/2022 - 12/28/2024 Time zone: Central European Summer Time (CEST) UTC +2 Country: United States Language: English

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