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TV guide - Friday, 29/03/24Now

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:15
Cinematic Journey
Providing the best in entertainment programming.
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00:30
Lunch ON!
After publishing an issue every week for roughly a century, the magazine `Shukan Asahi' ended publication in 2023. A look at what the editorial staff did for lunch for the magazine's grand finale.
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00:55
Japanology Plus mini
A significant portion of Japan's manufacturing industry is handled by small factories with less than 30 workers. Despite their small scale, many have highly specialised technical skills, and are world leaders in their field.
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01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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01:15
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.
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01:30
Asia Insight
In South Korea, disabled citizens have been staging protests and using other methods to demand freedom of movement and the right to use transit with the same convenience as non-disabled passengers.
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02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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02:15
Direct Talk
Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children `stolen' from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.
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02:30
Bento Expo
Maki creates a sukiyaki-style onigirazu bento while Marc makes a one-bite hambagu bento. Plus, an introduction to Korean kimbap, seaweed and rice rolls flavoured with sesame oil.
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02:45
Zero Waste Life
At Echizen City, a centre for washi paper production, papermaker Igarashi Masami creates food paper from potatoes or onions that discard from the food industry to raise awareness of food loss using traditional crafts.
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03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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03:15
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.
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03:30
Catch Japan
Taking a look at a plan to build a smart city, an educational training method based on praise, regenerative medicine in Okinawa Prefecture, and an initiative to protect biodiversity.
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04:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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04:15
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.
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04:30
Japan Railway Journal
Examines the results of an online poll about the popular tourist trains in Japan.
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05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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05:15
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.
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05:30
J-Arena
In para judo, visually impaired athletes use feeling to sense their opponent's every move. The biggest difference with standard judo is that bouts start with a hold, resulting in frequent ippon.
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06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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06:15
Direct Talk
Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children `stolen' from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.
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06:30
Asia Insight
In South Korea, disabled citizens have been staging protests and using other methods to demand freedom of movement and the right to use transit with the same convenience as non-disabled passengers.
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07:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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07:30
Bento Expo
Maki creates a sukiyaki-style onigirazu bento while Marc makes a one-bite hambagu bento. Plus, an introduction to Korean kimbap, seaweed and rice rolls flavoured with sesame oil.
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07:45
Zero Waste Life
At Echizen City, a centre for washi paper production, papermaker Igarashi Masami creates food paper from potatoes or onions that discard from the food industry to raise awareness of food loss using traditional crafts.
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08:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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08:30
Catch Japan
Taking a look at a plan to build a smart city, an educational training method based on praise, regenerative medicine in Okinawa Prefecture, and an initiative to protect biodiversity.
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09:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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09:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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09:15
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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09:23
Japan From Above: Up Close
A free diver goes on an underwater adventure on Yonaguni Island and shares his philosophy, including how to prepare his mental state before deep diving.
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09:30
J-Arena
In para judo, visually impaired athletes use feeling to sense their opponent's every move. The biggest difference with standard judo is that bouts start with a hold, resulting in frequent ippon.
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10:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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10:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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10:15
Direct Talk
In New York City, autistic creative consultant Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt worked with the creators of a Broadway musical to authentically represent the lived experience of autistic youth on stage.
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10:30
Japan Railway Journal
Examines the results of an online poll about the popular tourist trains in Japan.
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11:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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11:17
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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11:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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11:30
Asia Insight
In South Korea, disabled citizens have been staging protests and using other methods to demand freedom of movement and the right to use transit with the same convenience as non-disabled passengers.
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12:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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12:27
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.
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12:40
Direct Talk
Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children `stolen' from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.
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12:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterised by unique customs and superstitions.
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13:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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13:30
Bento Expo
Maki creates a sukiyaki-style onigirazu bento while Marc makes a one-bite hambagu bento. Plus, an introduction to Korean kimbap, seaweed and rice rolls flavoured with sesame oil.
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13:45
Zero Waste Life
At Echizen City, a centre for washi paper production, papermaker Igarashi Masami creates food paper from potatoes or onions that discard from the food industry to raise awareness of food loss using traditional crafts.
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14:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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14:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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14:30
Catch Japan
Taking a look at a plan to build a smart city, an educational training method based on praise, regenerative medicine in Okinawa Prefecture, and an initiative to protect biodiversity.
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15:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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15:15
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.
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15:30
Tiny Desk Concerts Japan
Renowned Japanese artist and international star Fujii Kaze makes his way to NHK's tiny desk in Shibuya, Tokyo. He performs a set of original music and delivers an unparalleled original experience.
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16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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16:15
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.
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16:30
Asia Insight
In South Korea, disabled citizens have been staging protests and using other methods to demand freedom of movement and the right to use transit with the same convenience as non-disabled passengers.
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17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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17:15
Direct Talk
Human rights activist Galuh Wandita has led the initiative to track down the children `stolen' from East Timor during the Indonesian occupation and help them reunite with their birth families.
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17:30
J-Arena
In para judo, visually impaired athletes use feeling to sense their opponent's every move. The biggest difference with standard judo is that bouts start with a hold, resulting in frequent ippon.
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18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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18:15
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.
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18:30
Bento Expo
Maki creates a sukiyaki-style onigirazu bento while Marc makes a one-bite hambagu bento. Plus, an introduction to Korean kimbap, seaweed and rice rolls flavoured with sesame oil.
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18:45
Zero Waste Life
At Echizen City, a centre for washi paper production, papermaker Igarashi Masami creates food paper from potatoes or onions that discard from the food industry to raise awareness of food loss using traditional crafts.
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19:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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19:27
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.
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19:40
Direct Talk
In New York City, autistic creative consultant Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt worked with the creators of a Broadway musical to authentically represent the lived experience of autistic youth on stage.
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19:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterised by unique customs and superstitions.
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20:00
Medical Frontiers
A look at how ultrasound is emerging as an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. HIFU uses focused heat to target and destroy cancer cells, and there is minimal harm to the body.
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20:30
Catch Japan
Taking a look at a plan to build a smart city, an educational training method based on praise, regenerative medicine in Okinawa Prefecture, and an initiative to protect biodiversity.
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21:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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21:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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21:30
Tiny Desk Concerts Japan
Renowned Japanese artist and international star Fujii Kaze makes his way to NHK's tiny desk in Shibuya, Tokyo. He performs a set of original music and delivers an unparalleled original experience.
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22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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22:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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22:30
Asia Insight
In South Korea, disabled citizens have been staging protests and using other methods to demand freedom of movement and the right to use transit with the same convenience as non-disabled passengers.
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23:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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23:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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23:30
Bento Expo
Maki creates a sukiyaki-style onigirazu bento while Marc makes a one-bite hambagu bento. Plus, an introduction to Korean kimbap, seaweed and rice rolls flavoured with sesame oil.
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23:45
Zero Waste Life
At Echizen City, a centre for washi paper production, papermaker Igarashi Masami creates food paper from potatoes or onions that discard from the food industry to raise awareness of food loss using traditional crafts.
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TV guide - Saturday, 30/03/24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:10
Dining with the Chef Mini
The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Chef Rika cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.
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00:15
Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.
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00:30
J-Arena
In para judo, visually impaired athletes use feeling to sense their opponent's every move. The biggest difference with standard judo is that bouts start with a hold, resulting in frequent ippon.
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01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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01:10
Digital Eye
Millions of forest trees are disappearing every year. The investigative journalism program Digital Eye uses the power of digital technology to unravel the reality of the deforestation process.
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02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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02:10
NHK World Prime
Explores how Nepali youths who come to Japan to pursue their academic dreams face struggles with Japanese society.
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03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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03:10
Skyward Beat
Explores the background of a taiko drumming group, DRUM TAO, who brings a dynamic performance to audiences in Aso.
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04:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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04:10
Tiny Desk Concerts Japan
Renowned Japanese artist and international star Fujii Kaze makes his way to NHK's tiny desk in Shibuya, Tokyo. He performs a set of original music and delivers an unparalleled original experience.
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04:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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04:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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05:10
Time and Tide
Highlights a variety of historical events with a keen focus on the ties between Japan and other countries, and explores complex worldwide movements from the perspective of Japanese history.
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05:40
Cinematic Journey
Providing the best in entertainment programming.
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05:55
Dining with the Chef Mini
The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Chef Rika cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.
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06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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06:10
Japan's Top Inventions
Sharing the stories behind a variety of hit Japanese products as well as top creations intended for niche markets. This time, a look at the development of contactless IC cards and wasabi packets for sushi.
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06:40
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. Taking a look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
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06:55
Pythagora Switch Mini
Featuring The Algorithm March.
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07:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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07:10
Digital Eye
Millions of forest trees are disappearing every year. The investigative journalism program Digital Eye uses the power of digital technology to unravel the reality of the deforestation process.
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08:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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08:10
NHK World Prime
Explores how Nepali youths who come to Japan to pursue their academic dreams face struggles with Japanese society.
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09:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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09:10
Japan's Top Inventions
Sharing the stories behind a variety of hit Japanese products as well as top creations intended for niche markets. This time, a look at the development of contactless IC cards and wasabi packets for sushi.
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09:40
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
2014 saw avalanches occurring in locations in Yamanashi Prefecture where they are uncommon. Taking a look at the causes, as well as the latest research on how avalanches occur and how to save lives.
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09:55
Pythagora Switch Mini
Featuring The Algorithm March.
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10:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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10:10
Skyward Beat
Explores the background of a taiko drumming group, DRUM TAO, who brings a dynamic performance to audiences in Aso.
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11:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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11:10
Tiny Desk Concerts Japan
Renowned Japanese artist and international star Fujii Kaze makes his way to NHK's tiny desk in Shibuya, Tokyo. He performs a set of original music and delivers an unparalleled original experience.
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11:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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11:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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12:10
Time and Tide
Highlights a variety of historical events with a keen focus on the ties between Japan and other countries, and explores complex worldwide movements from the perspective of Japanese history.
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12:40
Cinematic Journey
Providing the best in entertainment programming.
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12:55
Dining with the Chef Mini
The techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese food recipes in just five minutes. Chef Rika cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito to show viewers how to prepare delicious Japanese dishes at home.
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13:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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13:10
Digital Eye
Millions of forest trees are disappearing every year. The investigative journalism program Digital Eye uses the power of digital technology to unravel the reality of the deforestation process.
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14:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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14:10
NHK World Prime
Explores how Nepali youths who come to Japan to pursue their academic dreams face struggles with Japanese society.
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15:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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15:10
Rising
Meeting with Japan's entrepreneurs whose innovative thinking is changing traditional mindsets in their various fields of work. This time, highlighting Seki Toshimi and Kikuhara Misato.
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15:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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15:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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16:10
NHK Documentary
An investigative journey taking the viewer deeper into the black box of North Korea. The country has continued to strengthen its military while the world's attention has been turned elsewhere.
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17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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17:10
Time and Tide
Highlights a variety of historical events with a keen focus on the ties between Japan and other countries, and explores complex worldwide movements from the perspective of Japanese history.
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17:40
Cinematic Journey
Providing the best in entertainment programming.
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17:55
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities.
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18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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18:10
Skyward Beat
Explores the background of a taiko drumming group, DRUM TAO, who brings a dynamic performance to audiences in Aso.
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19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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19:10
Digital Eye
Millions of forest trees are disappearing every year. The investigative journalism program Digital Eye uses the power of digital technology to unravel the reality of the deforestation process.
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20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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20:10
NHK World Prime
Explores how Nepali youths who come to Japan to pursue their academic dreams face struggles with Japanese society.
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21:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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21:10
Skyward Beat
Explores the background of a taiko drumming group, DRUM TAO, who brings a dynamic performance to audiences in Aso.
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22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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22:10
Rising
Meeting with Japan's entrepreneurs whose innovative thinking is changing traditional mindsets in their various fields of work. This time, highlighting Seki Toshimi and Kikuhara Misato.
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22:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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22:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
A compilation of curated programs from NHK dubbed in English.
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