Schedules


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    12/04/2024 5:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 5:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores the neighbourhood of Zoshigaya, where the bonds of community are still very visible, despite being next to the busy Ikebukuro district.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 6:30 am

    Ekiben Japan

    In Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.

    12/04/2024 6:45 am

    Magical Japanese

    A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan. This time, a look at `washi', a term used to describe paper that uses local fibre, that is processed by hand, and made in the traditional manner.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 7:30 am

    Frontrunners

    Following a unique initiative led by expert horse-handler Iwama Takashi, as he strives to harness the potential of horse-drawn carts to provide renewable electricity to off-grid communities in Senegal.

    12/04/2024 8:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 8:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    12/04/2024 8:15 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    12/04/2024 8:23 am

    Japan From Above - Up Close

    Showcases various places in Japan on an aerial journey. With extensive stretch of islands, the bird's-eye view of the country portrays various types of landscape and ways of life.

    12/04/2024 8:30 am

    Kabuki Kool

    A look at how the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke goes through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.

    12/04/2024 9:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 9:14 am

    NL Bridge

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

    12/04/2024 9:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Kure Kaoru is a Hong Kong photographer who experienced the city's democracy movement. Now, in Ukraine, he is photographing local people and highlighting the threat of authoritarianism to the world.

    12/04/2024 9:30 am

    Science View

    Osaka University assistant professor Shunsuke Shigaki seeks to design a robot that realises the challenging function of odour detection by recreating the capabilities of the silk moth.

    12/04/2024 10:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 10:17 am

    NL Bridge

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

    12/04/2024 10:18 am

    Newsline Biz

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

    12/04/2024 10:30 am

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores the neighbourhood of Zoshigaya, where the bonds of community are still very visible, despite being next to the busy Ikebukuro district.

    12/04/2024 11:00 am

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 11:55 am

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use drifting mosquito hooks to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople.

    12/04/2024 12:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    12/04/2024 12:30 pm

    Ekiben Japan

    In Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.

    12/04/2024 12:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan. This time, a look at `washi', a term used to describe paper that uses local fibre, that is processed by hand, and made in the traditional manner.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 1:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 1:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Following a unique initiative led by expert horse-handler Iwama Takashi, as he strives to harness the potential of horse-drawn carts to provide renewable electricity to off-grid communities in Senegal.

    12/04/2024 2:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 2:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

    12/04/2024 3:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 3:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores the neighbourhood of Zoshigaya, where the bonds of community are still very visible, despite being next to the busy Ikebukuro district.

    12/04/2024 4:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 4:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    A look at how the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke goes through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.

    12/04/2024 5:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 5:30 pm

    Ekiben Japan

    In Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.

    12/04/2024 5:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan. This time, a look at `washi', a term used to describe paper that uses local fibre, that is processed by hand, and made in the traditional manner.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 6:00 pm

    Newsroom Tokyo

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

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 6:40 pm

    Direct Talk

    Kure Kaoru is a Hong Kong photographer who experienced the city's democracy movement. Now, in Ukraine, he is photographing local people and highlighting the threat of authoritarianism to the world.

    12/04/2024 6:55 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use drifting mosquito hooks to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople.

    12/04/2024 7:00 pm

    A Final Lesson

    Atomic bomb survivor and former teacher Kajiya Fumiaki, age 85, prepares one last lesson for the children of an Osaka elementary school.

    12/04/2024 7:30 pm

    Frontrunners

    Following a unique initiative led by expert horse-handler Iwama Takashi, as he strives to harness the potential of horse-drawn carts to provide renewable electricity to off-grid communities in Senegal.

    12/04/2024 8:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 8:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    12/04/2024 8:30 pm

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

    12/04/2024 9:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 9:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    12/04/2024 9:30 pm

    Dive in Tokyo

    Explores the neighbourhood of Zoshigaya, where the bonds of community are still very visible, despite being next to the busy Ikebukuro district.

    12/04/2024 10:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 10:18 pm

    Newsline Biz

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

    12/04/2024 10:30 pm

    Ekiben Japan

    In Nagaoka, there's an ekiben shaped by layers of tradition, featuring chicken meatballs with local chili, 100-year-old abura-age, thrice-pickled eggplants in miso and more, each with their own story.

    12/04/2024 10:45 pm

    Magical Japanese

    A look at the unique world of the Japanese language, accompanied with scenes from Japan. This time, a look at `washi', a term used to describe paper that uses local fibre, that is processed by hand, and made in the traditional manner.

    12/04/2024 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.

    12/04/2024 11:00 pm

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/04/2024 11:15 pm

    Ukiyoe Edo-Life

    A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use drifting mosquito hooks to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople.

    12/04/2024 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 - Shuri Castle.

    12/04/2024 11:25 pm

    Japan From Above - Up Close

    Showcases various places in Japan on an aerial journey. With extensive stretch of islands, the bird's-eye view of the country portrays various types of landscape and ways of life.

    12/04/2024 11:30 pm

    Kabuki Kool

    A look at how the cast and crew prepare for a kabuki performance. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke goes through the rehearsals and technical complexities of a recent nationwide tour.

    12/05/2024 12:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/05/2024 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.

    12/05/2024 12:30 am

    Core Kyoto

    Textile producer Shimura Shoji uses plant dyes in the threads for his kimono. Florist Urasawa Mina encourages the enjoyment of flowers. They discuss how their respective fields view and use colour.

    12/05/2024 1:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/05/2024 1:15 am

    Direct Talk

    Architect Thomas Rau designed the Dutch Pavilion for the 2025 Expo in Osaka. His Material Passport system tracks material data for reuse, getting global attention for a circular economy innovation.

    12/05/2024 1:30 am

    Design X Stories

    New approaches use modern tech to reveal and showcase a building's history. From a historic florist to new approaches to office environments, explore renovations.

    12/05/2024 2:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/05/2024 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.

    12/05/2024 2:30 am

    Japanology Plus

    In the late 19th century, writer Lafcadio Hearn (Japanese name - Koizumi Yakumo) helped introduce Japan to the wider world. Visiting the Izumo area to learn about the supernatural realm that he loved.

    12/05/2024 3:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/05/2024 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.

    12/05/2024 3:30 am

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    The hosts learn about Japan's food culture as they explore the country to find unique Japanese food and attempt to trace their original sources.

    12/05/2024 4:00 am

    NHK Newsline

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

    12/05/2024 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.

    12/05/2024 4:30 am

    Lunch ON!

    Presenting insights into all types of workers by investigating what they have for lunch. Examining what they eat as they strive to achieve new goals.

    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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