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Japan

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
Come and learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points on the straddle vault and squat vault, which require a quick change of body motion.
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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
Hokusai Truth
Japan's iconic ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai left an indelible mark on the art world. We trace the development of The Great Wave and the location that inspired Rainstorm beneath the Summit.
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05:40
Cinematic Journey
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt Fuji and discovers its secrets.
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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 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:DRUM TAO's 30 Years of Dreams and Creation
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
Come check out Pro Tips and Improvement Points on basic mat exercises: the forward roll and the backward roll.
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11:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come check out Pro Tips and Improvement Points that will help you jump hurdles with confidence and rhythm.
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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
Hokusai Truth
Japan's iconic ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai left an indelible mark on the art world. We trace the development of The Great Wave and the location that inspired Rainstorm beneath the Summit.
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12:40
Cinematic Journey
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
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 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
Come and learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points that will help you properly kick off and move your body through the air.
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15:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come learn Pro Tips for double unders, we'll also go over Improvement Points so that you don't get the rope caught on your feet!
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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
Hokusai Truth
Japan's iconic ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai left an indelible mark on the art world. We trace the development of The Great Wave and the location that inspired Rainstorm beneath the Summit.
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17:40
Cinematic Journey
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt Fuji and discovers its secrets.
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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:DRUM TAO's 30 Years of Dreams and Creation
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 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:DRUM TAO's 30 Years of Dreams and Creation
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
Come see in an easy-to-understand manner Pro Tips and Improvement Points on the basic pullover move done on bars.
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22:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come and learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points on the straddle vault and squat vault, which require a quick change of body motion.
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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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23:10
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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TV guide - Sunday, 31/03/24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:10
Hokusai Truth
Japan's iconic ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai left an indelible mark on the art world. We trace the development of The Great Wave and the location that inspired Rainstorm beneath the Summit.
en
00:40
Cinematic Journey
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
00:55
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Hanami, Kyoto's cherry viewing festivities.
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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
NHK Documentary
Aso Jinja in Kumamoto Prefecture was razed in the 2016 earthquake. Following the seven-year restoration that fused traditional craftsmanship with the latest of technology to return Aso Jinja to its former glory.
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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
Hometown Stories
Across Japan, climate change is causing torrential rains and flooding. To make matters worse, a government flood-control project is threatening the future of a rural community and its traditional way of life.
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03:37
National Treasure
A total golden hall suddenly appears in a remote place, Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture. 3DCG has made it possible to learn new facts that were previously unknown even to experts.
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03:40
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.
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03:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two bikers cycle through the bitter cold, ice and snow up Mt Tokachi, an active volcano at the centre of Hokkaido. At the end of a steep climb, they are rewarded with the chance to bathe in a hot spring.
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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
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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04:40
Ramen Japan
Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favourite bowl of ramen.
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04:45
Hit the Road
To truly enjoy Gunma, travel by car is key. Starting from Takasaki, where the bullet train stops, and making our way to Kusatsu hot springs, with world heritage sites and local food along the way.
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04:50
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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04:55
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.
en
05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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05:10
100 Cameras
Eren, as the Founding Titan, advances on Fort Salta with countless other Titans, Mikasa, Armin, Jean, Conny, Reiner, Pieck, and Levi appear before the despairing refugees, and the battle between former comrades reaches its conclusion.
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05:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points on sprinting, including correct posture, line of sight, swinging your arms and elbows, moving your feet, and how to sprint without injury.
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05:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come check out Pro Tips and Improvement Points on how to catch, throw, and dodge the ball.
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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
Sominsai
2024 saw the end of Sominsai, a festival in which men in loinclothes plunge into freezing water, enveloped in smoke, and jostle through the night to grasp a lucky sack as a form of prayer.
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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
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.
en
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 Documentary
Aso Jinja in Kumamoto Prefecture was razed in the 2016 earthquake. Following the seven-year restoration that fused traditional craftsmanship with the latest of technology to return Aso Jinja to its former glory.
en
09:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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09:10
Hometown Stories
Across Japan, climate change is causing torrential rains and flooding. To make matters worse, a government flood-control project is threatening the future of a rural community and its traditional way of life.
en
09:37
National Treasure
A total golden hall suddenly appears in a remote place, Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture. 3DCG has made it possible to learn new facts that were previously unknown even to experts.
en
09:40
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.
en
09:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two bikers cycle through the bitter cold, ice and snow up Mt Tokachi, an active volcano at the centre of Hokkaido. At the end of a steep climb, they are rewarded with the chance to bathe in a hot spring.
en
10:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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10:10
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.
en
10:40
Ramen Japan
Ultra-thin noodles and amber broth: the story of a people who overcame disaster and their favourite bowl of ramen.
en
10:45
Hit the Road
To truly enjoy Gunma, travel by car is key. Starting from Takasaki, where the bullet train stops, and making our way to Kusatsu hot springs, with world heritage sites and local food along the way.
en
10:50
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.
en
10:55
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.
en
11:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
11:10
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.
en
12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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12:10
100 Cameras
Eren, as the Founding Titan, advances on Fort Salta with countless other Titans, Mikasa, Armin, Jean, Conny, Reiner, Pieck, and Levi appear before the despairing refugees, and the battle between former comrades reaches its conclusion.
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12:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Karate is a traditional sport of Japan. Come learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points on the basics of stance, block, kick, and punch.
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12:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Breaking is included as a new event in the 2024 Olympic Games. Come learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points that will help you bust a move!
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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
Sominsai
2024 saw the end of Sominsai, a festival in which men in loinclothes plunge into freezing water, enveloped in smoke, and jostle through the night to grasp a lucky sack as a form of prayer.
en
14:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
14:10
NHK Documentary
Aso Jinja in Kumamoto Prefecture was razed in the 2016 earthquake. Following the seven-year restoration that fused traditional craftsmanship with the latest of technology to return Aso Jinja to its former glory.
en
15:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
15:10
Hometown Stories
Across Japan, climate change is causing torrential rains and flooding. To make matters worse, a government flood-control project is threatening the future of a rural community and its traditional way of life.
en
15:37
National Treasure
A total golden hall suddenly appears in a remote place, Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture. 3DCG has made it possible to learn new facts that were previously unknown even to experts.
en
15:40
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.
en
15:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two bikers cycle through the bitter cold, ice and snow up Mt Tokachi, an active volcano at the centre of Hokkaido. At the end of a steep climb, they are rewarded with the chance to bathe in a hot spring.
en
16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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16:10
100 Cameras
Eren, as the Founding Titan, advances on Fort Salta with countless other Titans, Mikasa, Armin, Jean, Conny, Reiner, Pieck, and Levi appear before the despairing refugees, and the battle between former comrades reaches its conclusion.
en
16:40
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come learn Pro Tips and Improvement Points on sprinting, including correct posture, line of sight, swinging your arms and elbows, moving your feet, and how to sprint without injury.
en
16:50
Fit with the Doctor's Cyborg
Come check out Pro Tips and Improvement Points on how to catch, throw, and dodge the ball.
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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
J-MELO
May J. interviews hockrockb and Tokyo Rikisha before having them performed their latest hits.
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17:40
Pythagora Switch Mini
Featuring The Algorithm March.
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17:45
Easy Japanese for Work
Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2017. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.
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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
Sominsai
2024 saw the end of Sominsai, a festival in which men in loinclothes plunge into freezing water, enveloped in smoke, and jostle through the night to grasp a lucky sack as a form of prayer.
en
19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
19:10
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.
en
19:40
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.
en
19:55
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Strolling around a World Heritage Site with an island kitty, getting words of wisdom written on a lucky rice scoop, and playing with kitties in the historic Japanese town of Takehara.
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20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
20:10
NHK Documentary
Aso Jinja in Kumamoto Prefecture was razed in the 2016 earthquake. Following the seven-year restoration that fused traditional craftsmanship with the latest of technology to return Aso Jinja to its former glory.
en
21:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
21:10
Hometown Stories
Across Japan, climate change is causing torrential rains and flooding. To make matters worse, a government flood-control project is threatening the future of a rural community and its traditional way of life.
en
21:37
National Treasure
A total golden hall suddenly appears in a remote place, Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture. 3DCG has made it possible to learn new facts that were previously unknown even to experts.
en
21:40
Core Kyoto Mini
Featuring Tsubo-niwa, life enhanced by quintessential spaces. The ancient capital, Kyoto, continues to be innovative after 1,200 years.
en
21:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two bikers cycle through the bitter cold, ice and snow up Mt Tokachi, an active volcano at the centre of Hokkaido. At the end of a steep climb, they are rewarded with the chance to bathe in a hot spring.
en
22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
22:10
J-MELO
May J. interviews hockrockb and Tokyo Rikisha before having them performed their latest hits.
en
22:40
Easy Japanese for Work
Dong Quoc Dung was transferred to the Japanese headquarters in 2017. He is expected to return one day and be a hub for HQ. He'll learn how to take messages accurately.
en
22:55
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Strolling around a World Heritage Site with an island kitty, getting words of wisdom written on a lucky rice scoop, and playing with kitties in the historic Japanese town of Takehara.
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