Schedules


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    09/04/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 4:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalised in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior, and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

    09/04/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka. When a video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

    09/04/2024 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    An exploration of the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs, reveals its roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 6:30 am

    NHK World-Japan Special Program

    The latest news updates, current affairs, and documentaries on significant matters, focusing on Japan and Asia.

    09/04/2024 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan, poet and literary translator, explores the unique culture and heritage behind Japanese words related to blue.

    09/04/2024 6:55 am

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the maki-e, a Japanese lacquer decoration technique in which pictures, patterns, and letters are drawn with lacquer on the surface of lacquerware before metal powder such as gold is sprinkled and fixed on the surface.

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 7:30 am

    Frontrunners

    Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

    09/04/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/04/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/04/2024 8:23 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An artist in Okayama Prefecture shares how he uses local clay to create a new kind of pottery for everyday use that builds on the traditions of Bizen ware.

    09/04/2024 8:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalised in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior, and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

    09/04/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/04/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

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

    09/04/2024 9:30 am

    Science View

    From stocking convenience stores, to operating heavy machinery and even serving as a labour force in space, we'll take a closer look at how robots and remote-control technology could transform work.

    09/04/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    09/04/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/04/2024 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    An exploration of the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs, reveals its roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

    09/04/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka. When a video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

    09/04/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    09/04/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/04/2024 12:30 pm

    NHK World-Japan Special Program

    The latest news updates, current affairs, and documentaries on significant matters, focusing on Japan and Asia.

    09/04/2024 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan, poet and literary translator, explores the unique culture and heritage behind Japanese words related to blue.

    09/04/2024 12:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the maki-e, a Japanese lacquer decoration technique in which pictures, patterns, and letters are drawn with lacquer on the surface of lacquerware before metal powder such as gold is sprinkled and fixed on the surface.

    09/04/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 1:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

    09/04/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Kailene Falls interviews Japanese melon farmers to learn more about the sweet and versatile fruit.

    09/04/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    An exploration of the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs, reveals its roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

    09/04/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka. When a video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music.

    09/04/2024 4:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalised in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior, and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

    09/04/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 5:30 pm

    NHK World-Japan Special Program

    The latest news updates, current affairs, and documentaries on significant matters, focusing on Japan and Asia.

    09/04/2024 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan, poet and literary translator, explores the unique culture and heritage behind Japanese words related to blue.

    09/04/2024 5:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the maki-e, a Japanese lacquer decoration technique in which pictures, patterns, and letters are drawn with lacquer on the surface of lacquerware before metal powder such as gold is sprinkled and fixed on the surface.

    09/04/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    09/04/2024 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.

    09/04/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

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

    09/04/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    09/04/2024 7:00 pm

    Life on Remote Islands

    Japan has over 14,000 islands and their inhabitants keep each unique local culture alive. Kobi Island has just 13 residents, among whom four lively women pray at the local shrine's sacred boulder.

    09/04/2024 7:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    A journey along the renowned Tsugaru Railway in the snow-blanketed region of Aomori Prefecture in northeastern Japan.

    09/04/2024 7:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

    09/04/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/04/2024 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Kailene Falls interviews Japanese melon farmers to learn more about the sweet and versatile fruit.

    09/04/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/04/2024 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    An exploration of the town around Shinjuku East Exit, one of Tokyo's vibrant hubs, reveals its roots as a lodging area, which later welcomed a train terminal and eventually became a business and entertainment centre.

    09/04/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    09/04/2024 10:30 pm

    NHK World-Japan Special Program

    The latest news updates, current affairs, and documentaries on significant matters, focusing on Japan and Asia.

    09/04/2024 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    Peter MacMillan, poet and literary translator, explores the unique culture and heritage behind Japanese words related to blue.

    09/04/2024 10:55 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    A look at the maki-e, a Japanese lacquer decoration technique in which pictures, patterns, and letters are drawn with lacquer on the surface of lacquerware before metal powder such as gold is sprinkled and fixed on the surface.

    09/04/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/04/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A look at the rich and fascinating Edo era of Japan, which was dominated by a deep love for the arts. The traditional woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e blossomed during this period of time.

    09/04/2024 11:20 pm

    Time-Lapse Japan

    The Jomon period lasted from around 13,000 BC to 300 BC. This society of hunter-gatherers cherished peace, cooperation and connection to the natural world. A look at the Sannai Maruyama site, where 6,000 years ago, a large settlement was established.

    09/04/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An artist in Okayama Prefecture shares how he uses local clay to create a new kind of pottery for everyday use that builds on the traditions of Bizen ware.

    09/04/2024 11:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    The historic figure of Minamoto no Yoshitsune has been immortalised in many kabuki plays as a child, a skilled warrior, and a tragic hero. Explore with actor Kataoka Ainosuke.

    09/05/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/05/2024 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.

    09/05/2024 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    We delve deep into into the core of Kyoto, exploring its charm, people and life.

    09/05/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/05/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Indonesian environmental activist Yuyun Ismawati, co-founder of the Nexus3 Foundation NGO, has been tackling the mercury poisoning issues caused by illegal gold mining practices.

    09/05/2024 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    Innovative archiving projects, from warehoused models to exposed photos, preserve valuable artefacts.The team explores these unique archives, showing how digitalising and sharing cultural treasures sparks creativity.

    09/05/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/05/2024 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.

    09/05/2024 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.

    09/05/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    09/05/2024 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.

    09/05/2024 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Kailene Falls interviews Japanese melon farmers to learn more about the sweet and versatile fruit.

    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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