Schedules


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    08/09/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 4:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    The Southern Alps are located in the middle of the Japanese archipelago. Mountain ranges peaking at an altitude of 3,000 metres continue for over 120 kilometres, which encompass the Yamanashi, Nagano and Shizuoka Prefectures.

    08/09/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    With her dedication to handcrafting, woodworker Mira Nakashima keeps her father, George Nakashima's legacy alive by creating furniture that holds the spirit of each tree she selects for her designs.

    08/09/2024 5:30 am

    Asia Insight

    After Hong Kong's 2019 protests calling for democratisation, a law was passed clamping down on activism. As their right to free speech is diminished, young residents ponder whether to remain.

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 6:30 am

    Bento Expo

    Marc demonstrates how to make Kakuni, tender braised pork belly. Maki makes pan-fried rice balls seasoned with curry powder and packed with cheese. Bento Trip features a Shirasu bento from Hamamatsu.

    08/09/2024 6:45 am

    Zero Waste Life

    Behind the nail tips made by manicurist Arimoto Naomi, a wheelchair user, is marine plastic trash from nearby beaches. Fashion-inspired eco-consciousness made with the love and support of her family.

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 7:30 am

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. Every detail of life here is reflected in the cooperative bond shared by residents.

    08/09/2024 7:45 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    08/09/2024 7:55 am

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art in their own right. This time, a look at one of the five greatest swords under heaven: Mikazuki Munechika.

    08/09/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    08/09/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    08/09/2024 8:23 am

    Chatroom Japan

    Maxine is a university student. She joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school. This experience changed her life.

    08/09/2024 8:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    With betting tickets in hand, customers at a no-frills bar near a motorboat racing stadium in Fukuoka, ride the ups and downs of the exciting races. For three days, following their fortunes.

    08/09/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    08/09/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Lilianne Fan, founder of Geutanyoe Foundation, supports the Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. She provides them food and education, and empowers them to become leaders in their community.

    08/09/2024 9:30 am

    Japan Railway Journal

    On 26 August 2003, a new streetcar Haga Utsunomiya LRT opened in Tochigi Prefecture. LRT is a next-generation transportation system that uses low-floor vehicles. A look at its current status and challenges.

    08/09/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    08/09/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    08/09/2024 10:30 am

    Asia Insight

    After Hong Kong's 2019 protests calling for democratisation, a law was passed clamping down on activism. As their right to free speech is diminished, young residents ponder whether to remain.

    08/09/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    With her dedication to handcrafting, woodworker Mira Nakashima keeps her father, George Nakashima's legacy alive by creating furniture that holds the spirit of each tree she selects for her designs.

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    08/09/2024 12:30 pm

    Bento Expo

    Marc demonstrates how to make Kakuni, tender braised pork belly. Maki makes pan-fried rice balls seasoned with curry powder and packed with cheese. Bento Trip features a Shirasu bento from Hamamatsu.

    08/09/2024 12:45 pm

    Zero Waste Life

    Behind the nail tips made by manicurist Arimoto Naomi, a wheelchair user, is marine plastic trash from nearby beaches. Fashion-inspired eco-consciousness made with the love and support of her family.

    08/09/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 1:15 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.

    08/09/2024 1:30 pm

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. Every detail of life here is reflected in the cooperative bond shared by residents.

    08/09/2024 1:45 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    08/09/2024 1:55 pm

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art in their own right. This time, a look at one of the five greatest swords under heaven: Mikazuki Munechika.

    08/09/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 2:30 pm

    Face to Face

    Sato Yusuke leads a sake brewery in Akita. By focusing on traditional brewing methods, he's sparked a new era in sake brewing and revitalized the local area. He talks about the industry's future.

    08/09/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 3:30 pm

    Asia Insight

    After Hong Kong's 2019 protests calling for democratisation, a law was passed clamping down on activism. As their right to free speech is diminished, young residents ponder whether to remain.

    08/09/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    With her dedication to handcrafting, woodworker Mira Nakashima keeps her father, George Nakashima's legacy alive by creating furniture that holds the spirit of each tree she selects for her designs.

    08/09/2024 4:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Ashikari Seiya explores the potential of crickets as a nutritious solution to the global food crisis. He works with farmers in Cambodia to establish green, sustainable production methods.

    08/09/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 5:30 pm

    Bento Expo

    Marc demonstrates how to make Kakuni, tender braised pork belly. Maki makes pan-fried rice balls seasoned with curry powder and packed with cheese. Bento Trip features a Shirasu bento from Hamamatsu.

    08/09/2024 5:45 pm

    Zero Waste Life

    Behind the nail tips made by manicurist Arimoto Naomi, a wheelchair user, is marine plastic trash from nearby beaches. Fashion-inspired eco-consciousness made with the love and support of her family.

    08/09/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Lilianne Fan, founder of Geutanyoe Foundation, supports the Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. She provides them food and education, and empowers them to become leaders in their community.

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 7:00 pm

    Medical Frontiers

    A look at tips for controlling high blood pressure, which is known to cause serious diseases, amidst long-term studies in Japan that have revealed the importance of tracking sleep-time blood pressure and fluctuations.

    08/09/2024 7:30 pm

    The World Heritage Sites in Japan

    Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. Every detail of life here is reflected in the cooperative bond shared by residents.

    08/09/2024 7:45 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Silvery-white shirasu, or baby Japanese anchovies, are caught along Japan's coasts in the spring and fall. Find boiled and dried ones at local supermarkets or head closer to a fishing port to savour raw shirasu.

    08/09/2024 7:55 pm

    The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces

    Japanese swords, admired since ancient times for their beauty, are amazing works of art in their own right. This time, a look at one of the five greatest swords under heaven: Mikazuki Munechika.

    08/09/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    08/09/2024 8:30 pm

    Face to Face

    Sato Yusuke leads a sake brewery in Akita. By focusing on traditional brewing methods, he's sparked a new era in sake brewing and revitalized the local area. He talks about the industry's future.

    08/09/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    08/09/2024 9:30 pm

    Asia Insight

    After Hong Kong's 2019 protests calling for democratisation, a law was passed clamping down on activism. As their right to free speech is diminished, young residents ponder whether to remain.

    08/09/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    08/09/2024 10:30 pm

    Bento Expo

    Marc demonstrates how to make Kakuni, tender braised pork belly. Maki makes pan-fried rice balls seasoned with curry powder and packed with cheese. Bento Trip features a Shirasu bento from Hamamatsu.

    08/09/2024 10:45 pm

    Zero Waste Life

    Behind the nail tips made by manicurist Arimoto Naomi, a wheelchair user, is marine plastic trash from nearby beaches. Fashion-inspired eco-consciousness made with the love and support of her family.

    08/09/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/09/2024 11:10 pm

    Chatroom Japan

    Maxine is a university student. She joined a school providing educational support and life advice to international students wanting to enter Japanese high school. This experience changed her life.

    08/09/2024 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.

    08/09/2024 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at Ainu boats.

    08/09/2024 11:25 pm

    Japanology Plus mini

    Hyper-modern Japanese kitchens are compact, comfortable spaces for cooking and eating. A look at the history and evolution of this family space at the heart of every Japanese home.

    08/09/2024 11:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    The small 10-cm fish, wakasagi, is the star of Japan's winter fishing season. Drilling holes in an icy lake for some line fishing and meeting fishers who are passionate about conservation efforts.

    08/10/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2024 12:10 am

    Long Journey for Peace

    Sunao Tsuboi embraced the US President last year in Hiroshima. For the 92-year-old atomic bomb survivor, the meeting was but one step in a decades-long journey to abolish nuclear weapons.

    08/10/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2024 1:10 am

    Hiroshige Blue

    Hiroshige hosts an art event that costs him a fortune, but the spotlight is stolen by a popular artist, Kunisada. A publisher named Magohachi offers him a job to paint `The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido Road'.

    08/10/2024 1:47 am

    Time-Lapse Japan

    Amami Oshima Islands, designated as a Natural World Heritage site in 2021, is home to rich biodiversity, including many endemic species. Michael Keida heads deep into the forest in search of the subtropical island's rare plant and wildlife.

    08/10/2024 1:50 am

    MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan

    At Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri, enormous floats called neputa are paraded through the streets. They're decorated with vibrant images, and some feature wire-frame 3D figures.

    08/10/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2024 2:10 am

    Train Cruise

    Following a journey from Gunma, located northwest of Tokyo, through Niigata and marvelling at the colours of early summer: blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies.

    08/10/2024 2:55 am

    Japanology Plus mini

    Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at konamon: flour-based cuisine. Two popular examples are takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

    08/10/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    08/10/2024 3:10 am

    Face to Face

    Sato Yusuke leads a sake brewery in Akita. By focusing on traditional brewing methods, he's sparked a new era in sake brewing and revitalized the local area. He talks about the industry's future.

    08/10/2024 3:40 am

    The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends

    As Rockie is unable to find a good response to her teacher's question, Rapper comes in to teach her a handy phrase to use in such situations.

    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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