Schedules


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    10/14/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 4:10 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.

    10/14/2024 4:23 am

    Hit the Road

    A drive through Japan's Hiroshima Prefecture on a trip to reach the famed Itsukushima Shrine. Along the way, travels off the beaten path to make stops at some exceptional locations.

    10/14/2024 4:30 am

    Today's Close-Up

    Residents of Japan's Noto Peninsula were rebuilding after a huge earthquake when record rain and floods dealt a new blow. NHK visited the region to see how communities are coping with the setback.

    10/14/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 5:10 am

    On the Wings

    Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

    10/14/2024 5:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Through the use of personal alarms and community policing, Sakurai Masayoshi aims to reduce sexual violence in underprivileged areas. So far, he has provided support to 15,000 women in India.

    10/14/2024 5:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Meeting French illustrator Emilie Bouquet, who runs an eco-friendly farm in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, and Brazilian Suellen Taniguchi, who supports kids and teens with learning difficulties in Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture.

    10/14/2024 6:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 6:10 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.

    10/14/2024 6:23 am

    National Parks of Japan

    Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends.

    10/14/2024 6:30 am

    Learn Japanese From the News

    An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Pref. in August. Participants competed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. Presenting a review on the story and learning expressions related to math.

    10/14/2024 6:40 am

    Easy Japanese

    If there's something you can't or don't want to eat, say the name of the item and `wa taberaremasen'.

    10/14/2024 6:45 am

    Culture Crossroads

    Comprised of several regular programs with the theme of creating a multicultural society. Answering questions about Japan from foreign viewers, looking at international exchange programs, and giving tips on disaster preparedness.

    10/14/2024 6:55 am

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    NHK World-Japan introduces several of its programmes to a global audience, like special reports and documentaries. These programmes provide the world with a window into the Japanese station and offer the latest in Japanese news.

    10/14/2024 7:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 7:10 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.

    10/14/2024 7:23 am

    Design Museum Japan

    Hara Kenya, a graphic designer, visits a Japanese propeller maker with a 30 per cent global market share to discover the value of finding the perfect shape of an object, without compromise.

    10/14/2024 7:30 am

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Matsue, in Shimane Prefecture is located in western Japan. The city borders Lake Shinji to the west, and the Sea of Japan to the north and east. The Matsue castle's moat, filled with abundant water, marks the gentle passage of time.

    10/14/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 8:10 am

    Chatroom Japan

    Speaking with a group of international students to hear about their experiences and plans in Japan and whether they see a future for themselves there or if they plan to go back abroad.

    10/14/2024 8:20 am

    Design Museum Japan

    Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.

    10/14/2024 8:25 am

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

    10/14/2024 8:30 am

    Biz Stream

    A look at new strategies being employed to make traditional Japanese crafts more appealing to a broader range of consumers.

    10/14/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 9:10 am

    Ramen Japan

    Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favourite bowl of ramen.

    10/14/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    The esports market is worth $1 billion USD a year, and Tokido is a prominent figure in that world, having won multiple global fighting game championships. A look at his life in gaming.

    10/14/2024 9:30 am

    J-MELO

    Japan's exciting music scene! Pop, rock, traditional and more! Live performances, artist interviews, plus all the latest news.

    10/14/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 10:15 am

    Chatroom Japan

    In our Fukushima chatroom, four international residents of the prefecture share their experiences, and their thoughts on the 2011 disaster.

    10/14/2024 10:30 am

    Where We Call Home

    Meeting French illustrator Emilie Bouquet, who runs an eco-friendly farm in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, and Brazilian Suellen Taniguchi, who supports kids and teens with learning difficulties in Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture.

    10/14/2024 11:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 11:15 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.

    10/14/2024 11:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini

    Concerned about the decline in global bee populations, urbanites take on rooftop beekeeping in Japan's capital. Also, visiting beekeeping sites responsible for precious honey varieties that are increasingly at risk.

    10/14/2024 11:40 am

    Direct Talk

    Through the use of personal alarms and community policing, Sakurai Masayoshi aims to reduce sexual violence in underprivileged areas. So far, he has provided support to 15,000 women in India.

    10/14/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.

    10/14/2024 12:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 12:15 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.

    10/14/2024 12:30 pm

    Learn Japanese From the News

    An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Pref. in August. Participants competed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. Presenting a review on the story and learning expressions related to math.

    10/14/2024 12:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    If there's something you can't or don't want to eat, say the name of the item and `wa taberaremasen'.

    10/14/2024 12:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Comprised of several regular programs with the theme of creating a multicultural society. Answering questions about Japan from foreign viewers, looking at international exchange programs, and giving tips on disaster preparedness.

    10/14/2024 12:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    NHK World-Japan introduces several of its programmes to a global audience, like special reports and documentaries. These programmes provide the world with a window into the Japanese station and offer the latest in Japanese news.

    10/14/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 1:10 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.

    10/14/2024 1:23 pm

    Hit the Road

    A drive through Japan's Hiroshima Prefecture on a trip to reach the famed Itsukushima Shrine. Along the way, travels off the beaten path to make stops at some exceptional locations.

    10/14/2024 1:30 pm

    Seasoning the Seasons

    Matsue, in Shimane Prefecture is located in western Japan. The city borders Lake Shinji to the west, and the Sea of Japan to the north and east. The Matsue castle's moat, filled with abundant water, marks the gentle passage of time.

    10/14/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 2:10 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.

    10/14/2024 2:23 pm

    On the Wings

    Soar over the silvery snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise to greet you.

    10/14/2024 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.

    10/14/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 3:10 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.

    10/14/2024 3:23 pm

    National Parks of Japan

    Daisen-Oki National Park comprises the Oki Islands, which boast spectacular geological formations, and a mainland area with shrines and sacred mountains that gave rise to myths and legends.

    10/14/2024 3:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Meeting French illustrator Emilie Bouquet, who runs an eco-friendly farm in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, and Brazilian Suellen Taniguchi, who supports kids and teens with learning difficulties in Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture.

    10/14/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 4:10 pm

    Design Museum Japan

    Hara Kenya, a graphic designer, visits a Japanese propeller maker with a 30 per cent global market share to discover the value of finding the perfect shape of an object, without compromise.

    10/14/2024 4:15 pm

    Direct Talk

    Through the use of personal alarms and community policing, Sakurai Masayoshi aims to reduce sexual violence in underprivileged areas. So far, he has provided support to 15,000 women in India.

    10/14/2024 4:30 pm

    Japan's Top Inventions

    Tadayoshi Okuda talks about his work on direct drive turntables developmant and Cyrus Nozomu dives deep into the history of natto to see how it becomes popular.

    10/14/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 5:10 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.

    10/14/2024 5:23 pm

    Ramen Japan

    Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favourite bowl of ramen.

    10/14/2024 5:30 pm

    Learn Japanese From the News

    An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Pref. in August. Participants competed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. Presenting a review on the story and learning expressions related to math.

    10/14/2024 5:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    If there's something you can't or don't want to eat, say the name of the item and `wa taberaremasen'.

    10/14/2024 5:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Comprised of several regular programs with the theme of creating a multicultural society. Answering questions about Japan from foreign viewers, looking at international exchange programs, and giving tips on disaster preparedness.

    10/14/2024 5:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    NHK World-Japan introduces several of its programmes to a global audience, like special reports and documentaries. These programmes provide the world with a window into the Japanese station and offer the latest in Japanese news.

    10/14/2024 6:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 6:10 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.

    10/14/2024 6:23 pm

    Chatroom Japan

    Speaking with a group of international students to hear about their experiences and plans in Japan and whether they see a future for themselves there or if they plan to go back abroad.

    10/14/2024 6:33 pm

    Design Museum Japan

    Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.

    10/14/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    The esports market is worth $1 billion USD a year, and Tokido is a prominent figure in that world, having won multiple global fighting game championships. A look at his life in gaming.

    10/14/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.

    10/14/2024 7:00 pm

    Hometown Stories

    An unattended stand in the middle of Tokyo sells fresh vegetables such as tomatoes and eggplants, all at less than a dollar. We find out why the owner started this place and sells produce so cheaply.

    10/14/2024 7:27 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Kaito and Mike explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

    10/14/2024 7:30 pm

    Core Kyoto Mini

    Kyoto's braided cords came into their own as fashion accessories for the nobility, 1,000 years ago. Elegant and practical, they were highly prized, and used in religious and formal settings.

    10/14/2024 7:35 pm

    Wild Hokkaido!

    In a deep mountain valley near the Jozankei hot spring resorts in Japan, two fishermen searching for large char must traverse past waterfalls on their mission to catch the illusory fish.

    10/14/2024 7:50 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.

    10/14/2024 7:55 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

    10/14/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 8:15 pm

    Chatroom Japan

    In our Fukushima chatroom, four international residents of the prefecture share their experiences, and their thoughts on the 2011 disaster.

    10/14/2024 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.

    10/14/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 9:15 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.

    10/14/2024 9:30 pm

    Where We Call Home

    Meeting French illustrator Emilie Bouquet, who runs an eco-friendly farm in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, and Brazilian Suellen Taniguchi, who supports kids and teens with learning difficulties in Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture.

    10/14/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 10:15 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.

    10/14/2024 10:30 pm

    Learn Japanese From the News

    An abacus and mental arithmetic contest was held in Okayama Pref. in August. Participants competed to solve problems with speed and accuracy. Presenting a review on the story and learning expressions related to math.

    10/14/2024 10:40 pm

    Easy Japanese

    If there's something you can't or don't want to eat, say the name of the item and `wa taberaremasen'.

    10/14/2024 10:45 pm

    Culture Crossroads

    Comprised of several regular programs with the theme of creating a multicultural society. Answering questions about Japan from foreign viewers, looking at international exchange programs, and giving tips on disaster preparedness.

    10/14/2024 10:55 pm

    Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN

    NHK World-Japan introduces several of its programmes to a global audience, like special reports and documentaries. These programmes provide the world with a window into the Japanese station and offer the latest in Japanese news.

    10/14/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/14/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.

    10/14/2024 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 visual Ainu patterns.

    10/14/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above: Up Close

    An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.

    10/14/2024 11:30 pm

    Hometown Stories

    An unattended stand in the middle of Tokyo sells fresh vegetables such as tomatoes and eggplants, all at less than a dollar. We find out why the owner started this place and sells produce so cheaply.

    10/14/2024 11:57 pm

    Easy Japanese

    Kaito and Mike explain how to say how long something will take with an example situation at the Ninja Museum.

    10/15/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/15/2024 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.

    10/15/2024 12:30 am

    Journeys in Japan

    Aliza Ahmed Khan learns the history of the Nagasaki Kaido, which is also known the Sugar Road. The road was established as an important trade route to connect Nagasaki's port to Kokura.

    10/15/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/15/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Shimizu Eisuke has developed an eye exam device that works as a smartphone attachment, making it possible to provide eye care anywhere. He talks about his goal of reducing global blindness by half.

    10/15/2024 1:30 am

    Dining with the Chef

    Featured recipes: Ginger-steamed Whole Fish, Stir-fried Rice Noodles / Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika!

    10/15/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/15/2024 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.

    10/15/2024 2:30 am

    Document 72 Hours

    A ferry takes 16 hours to sail between Niigata and Otaru, Hokkaido. For three days, passengers are asked why they take this leisurely mode of travel when faster options are available.

    10/15/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    10/15/2024 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.

    10/15/2024 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.

    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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