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Gwida Tat- Televixin - is-Sibt, is-Sibt, 04 ta Mej, 2024Issa

12:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
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12:10 BST
Chatroom Japan
Maminata Ouandaogo's passion for African hairstyles has helped hundreds in Japan with their natural hair, but she says social pressure outside her salon keeps some people from embracing it.
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12:15 BST
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
The Piercing Gaze: A man strikes a pose in an iconic woodblock print by the artist Sharaku; who is the mysterious figure, what is he doing, and why did the artist want to commemorate the moment?
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12:20 BST
Time-Lapse Japan
The Jomon period dates roughly from 13,000 to 300 B.C. - we examine various aspects of Jomon society with footage from time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke. This time: Dogu.
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12:25 BST
Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of 'Japanology Plus', a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles - this time we look at plastic food samples that are accurate replicas of real dishes.
en
12:30 BST
 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Japan is likely the only country to have incorporated gobo, a root vegetable, into its diet on a wide scale - witness novel and traditional harvesting methods and feast your eyes on unique dishes.
en
01:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
01:10 BST
Women on the Front Line
We follow the fortunes of two women standing as candidates in local elections held in Japan in April 2023; they battle for acceptance in a land where female politicians are very much in the minority.
en
02:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
02:10 BST
The Perfect 2-Hour Guide
Todaiji Temple is a famed World Heritage Site with a host of national treasures like the Great Buddha - we unveil the best ways to experience everything it has to offer in our ultimate two-hour tour.
en
03:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
03:10 BST
Train Cruise
Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!
en
03:55 BST
Japanology Plus mini
'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
en
04:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
04:10 BST
Dreams of Glory: The World of Women's Sumo
Follow three athletes on their journey to the ring at the Women's Sumo World Championships in Tokyo in October 2023.
en
04:40 BST
Rockie and Her Friends
Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.
en
04:50 BST
Viewpoint Science
This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.
en
05:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
05:10 BST
Yokai
Mie Prefecture's Shima Peninsula is home to the legend of the Tomokazuki, a Yokai that mimics shell divers and extends them a gift but takes their lives if they dare to accept it...
en
05:40 BST
 Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
05:55 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
en
06:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
06:10 BST
Japan's Top Inventions
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: landmine clearance machines and linear guides.
en
06:40 BST
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Lava Flows: The hazard map for Mount Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the chance of more damage from lava flows - we look at what lies behind the assumptions for this assessment.
en
06:55 BST
PythagoraSwitch Mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives; get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'The Beaver Dam'...
en
07:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
07:10 BST
Women on the Front Line
We follow the fortunes of two women standing as candidates in local elections held in Japan in April 2023; they battle for acceptance in a land where female politicians are very much in the minority.
en
08:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
08:10 BST
The Perfect 2-Hour Guide
Todaiji Temple is a famed World Heritage Site with a host of national treasures like the Great Buddha - we unveil the best ways to experience everything it has to offer in our ultimate two-hour tour.
en
09:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
09:10 BST
Japan's Top Inventions
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: landmine clearance machines and linear guides.
en
09:40 BST
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Lava Flows: The hazard map for Mount Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the chance of more damage from lava flows - we look at what lies behind the assumptions for this assessment.
en
09:55 BST
PythagoraSwitch Mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives; get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'The Beaver Dam'...
en
10:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
10:10 BST
Train Cruise
Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!
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en
10:55 BST
Japanology Plus mini
'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
en
11:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
11:10 BST
Dreams of Glory: The World of Women's Sumo
Follow three athletes on their journey to the ring at the Women's Sumo World Championships in Tokyo in October 2023.
en
11:40 BST
Rockie and Her Friends
Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.
en
11:50 BST
Viewpoint Science
This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.
en
12:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
12:10 BST
Yokai
Mie Prefecture's Shima Peninsula is home to the legend of the Tomokazuki, a Yokai that mimics shell divers and extends them a gift but takes their lives if they dare to accept it...
en
12:40 BST
 Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
12:55 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
en
01:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
01:10 BST
Women on the Front Line
We follow the fortunes of two women standing as candidates in local elections held in Japan in April 2023; they battle for acceptance in a land where female politicians are very much in the minority.
en
02:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
02:10 BST
The Perfect 2-Hour Guide
Todaiji Temple is a famed World Heritage Site with a host of national treasures like the Great Buddha - we unveil the best ways to experience everything it has to offer in our ultimate two-hour tour.
en
03:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
03:10 BST
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.
en
03:40 BST
Rockie and Her Friends
Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.
en
03:50 BST
Viewpoint Science
This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.
en
04:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
04:10 BST
Hometown Stories
An improper diagnosis in early childhood led Shibasaki Akane to spend nearly half her life in a world without words - we follow her as she expands her horizons and moves toward an independent future.
en
04:37 BST
Easy Japanese
#20 Please don't put wasabi in. / To ask someone not to put something in your food or drink, say the name of the item, the particle 'wa', and finally 'irenaide kudasai'.
en
04:40 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats- some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
en
04:45 BST
Wild Hokkaido!
A vast expanse of drift ice spanning the frigid Sea of Okhotsk in the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko sets the stage for a variety of novel winter adventures.
en
05:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
05:10 BST
Yokai
Mie Prefecture's Shima Peninsula is home to the legend of the Tomokazuki, a Yokai that mimics shell divers and extends them a gift but takes their lives if they dare to accept it...
en
05:40 BST
 Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
05:55 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
en
06:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
06:10 BST
Train Cruise
Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!
en
06:55 BST
Japanology Plus mini
'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
en
07:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
07:10 BST
Women on the Front Line
We follow the fortunes of two women standing as candidates in local elections held in Japan in April 2023; they battle for acceptance in a land where female politicians are very much in the minority.
en
08:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
08:10 BST
The Perfect 2-Hour Guide
Todaiji Temple is a famed World Heritage Site with a host of national treasures like the Great Buddha - we unveil the best ways to experience everything it has to offer in our ultimate two-hour tour.
en
09:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
09:10 BST
Train Cruise
Journey from Gunma - located northwest of Tokyo - through Niigata and marvel at the colours of early summer. Blue seas, verdant mountains, vibrant sculptures, pastel candies... find your favourite!
en
09:55 BST
Japanology Plus mini
'Japanology Plus' explores Japanese life and culture - in this digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
en
10:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
10:10 BST
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.
en
10:40 BST
Rockie and Her Friends
Puppet action show for children. In a distant post-human future where surviving creatures have formed a community, new-breed dinosaur girl Rockie sets out on hilarious adventures with her schoolmates.
en
10:50 BST
Viewpoint Science
This proactive science education programme encourages primary and lower secondary school children to discover and investigate the mysteries which puzzle them.
en
11:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
11:10 BST
Hometown Stories
An improper diagnosis in early childhood led Shibasaki Akane to spend nearly half her life in a world without words - we follow her as she expands her horizons and moves toward an independent future.
en
11:37 BST
Easy Japanese
#20 Please don't put wasabi in. / To ask someone not to put something in your food or drink, say the name of the item, the particle 'wa', and finally 'irenaide kudasai'.
en
11:40 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats- some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
en
11:45 BST
Wild Hokkaido!
A vast expanse of drift ice spanning the frigid Sea of Okhotsk in the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko sets the stage for a variety of novel winter adventures.
en

Gwida Tat- Televixin - il-Ħadd, il-Ħadd, 05 ta Mej, 2024

12:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
12:10 BST
Yokai
Mie Prefecture's Shima Peninsula is home to the legend of the Tomokazuki, a Yokai that mimics shell divers and extends them a gift but takes their lives if they dare to accept it...
en
12:40 BST
 Cinematic Journey
Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan - in this episode, Kyle Card hikes the newly-designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
en
12:55 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
en
01:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
01:10 BST
Ukraine's Frontline Journalists
How do you cover a war in your own country? We spent two years with journalists from Ukraine's public broadcaster and saw how Russia's invasion transformed their profession and changed their beliefs.
en
02:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
02:10 BST
 Anime Manga Explosion
This episode features Yokoshima Toshihisa, an animation director that uses cel shading to give his 3DCG visuals a cel animation look, plus the full version of his film COCOLORS!
en
03:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
03:10 BST
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.
en
03:40 BST
Little Charo
An animated series about a Japanese dog who gets lost in New York City. Charo says 'I want to see my owner again!', and so he starts his adventure to find his way back home. (S1, E05)
en
03:50 BST
Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of 'Japanology Plus', a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles - this time we look at plastic food samples that are accurate replicas of real dishes.
en
03:55 BST
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A cat finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum - will we have a winner? Plus, join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.
en
04:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
04:10 BST
Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Japanese tree frog harbours many secrets with a chorus of croaks, soaring leaps and perfect landings, but a 'ribbiting' vanishing act? Any local will tell you to find the nearest vending machine!
en
04:35 BST
Time-Lapse Journey
Oze National Park contains the largest mountain wetland in Japan - see the beauty of Oze as time-lapse photography makes the flowers and the morning dew come alive.
en
04:40 BST
u&i
This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.
en
04:50 BST
Texico
Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.
en
05:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
05:10 BST
Somewhere Street
Rumoured to be one of the oldest towns in northern Italy, Padua was founded during Roman times - its picturesque medieval buildings and cobblestone streets have been carefully preserved.
en
06:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
06:10 BST
Hometown Stories
An improper diagnosis in early childhood led Shibasaki Akane to spend nearly half her life in a world without words - we follow her as she expands her horizons and moves toward an independent future.
en
06:37 BST
Easy Japanese
#20 Please don't put wasabi in. / To ask someone not to put something in your food or drink, say the name of the item, the particle 'wa', and finally 'irenaide kudasai'.
en
06:40 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats- some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
en
06:45 BST
Wild Hokkaido!
A vast expanse of drift ice spanning the frigid Sea of Okhotsk in the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko sets the stage for a variety of novel winter adventures.
en
07:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
07:10 BST
Ukraine's Frontline Journalists
How do you cover a war in your own country? We spent two years with journalists from Ukraine's public broadcaster and saw how Russia's invasion transformed their profession and changed their beliefs.
en
08:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
08:10 BST
 Anime Manga Explosion
This episode features Yokoshima Toshihisa, an animation director that uses cel shading to give his 3DCG visuals a cel animation look, plus the full version of his film COCOLORS!
en
09:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
09:10 BST
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
One way to cope with a pandemic is for our cyclists to film themselves close to home - Zac Reynolds shows his favourite local spots in Mie before exploring unknown parts of the fascinating prefecture.
en
09:40 BST
Little Charo
An animated series about a Japanese dog who gets lost in New York City. Charo says 'I want to see my owner again!', and so he starts his adventure to find his way back home. (S1, E05)
en
09:50 BST
Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of 'Japanology Plus', a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles - this time we look at plastic food samples that are accurate replicas of real dishes.
en
09:55 BST
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A cat finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum - will we have a winner? Plus, join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.
en
10:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
10:10 BST
Hometown Stories
An improper diagnosis in early childhood led Shibasaki Akane to spend nearly half her life in a world without words - we follow her as she expands her horizons and moves toward an independent future.
en
10:37 BST
Easy Japanese
#20 Please don't put wasabi in. / To ask someone not to put something in your food or drink, say the name of the item, the particle 'wa', and finally 'irenaide kudasai'.
en
10:40 BST
Core Kyoto Mini
Kyoto has many stores called oyatsu that specialise in traditional snacks and treats- some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
en
10:45 BST
Wild Hokkaido!
A vast expanse of drift ice spanning the frigid Sea of Okhotsk in the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko sets the stage for a variety of novel winter adventures.
en
11:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
11:10 BST
Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Japanese tree frog harbours many secrets with a chorus of croaks, soaring leaps and perfect landings, but a 'ribbiting' vanishing act? Any local will tell you to find the nearest vending machine!
en
11:35 BST
Time-Lapse Journey
Oze National Park contains the largest mountain wetland in Japan - see the beauty of Oze as time-lapse photography makes the flowers and the morning dew come alive.
en
11:40 BST
u&i
This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.
en
11:50 BST
Texico
Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.
en
12:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
12:10 BST
Somewhere Street
Rumoured to be one of the oldest towns in northern Italy, Padua was founded during Roman times - its picturesque medieval buildings and cobblestone streets have been carefully preserved.
en
01:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
01:10 BST
Ukraine's Frontline Journalists
How do you cover a war in your own country? We spent two years with journalists from Ukraine's public broadcaster and saw how Russia's invasion transformed their profession and changed their beliefs.
en
02:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
02:10 BST
 Anime Manga Explosion
This episode features Yokoshima Toshihisa, an animation director that uses cel shading to give his 3DCG visuals a cel animation look, plus the full version of his film COCOLORS!
en
03:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
03:10 BST
Darwin's Amazing Animals
The Japanese tree frog harbours many secrets with a chorus of croaks, soaring leaps and perfect landings, but a 'ribbiting' vanishing act? Any local will tell you to find the nearest vending machine!
en
03:35 BST
Time-Lapse Journey
Oze National Park contains the largest mountain wetland in Japan - see the beauty of Oze as time-lapse photography makes the flowers and the morning dew come alive.
en
03:40 BST
u&i
This show for kids promotes a greater understanding for people with difficulties and helps develop empathy - with the help of two fairies, the main character thinks about what can be done to help.
en
03:50 BST
Texico
Learn programming principles without a computer! Animated characters provide fun and lucid explanations of five core processes: analysis, combination, generalisation, abstraction and simulation.
en
04:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
04:10 BST
J-Melo
Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: Murasaki (with Chisa, a voice actor in the 'Umamusume: Pretty Derby' franchise, and songwriter Ramseeni) and seven-member idol group Fragrant Drive.
en
04:40 BST
PythagoraSwitch Mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives; get ready for fun with anime, songs, exercises and Pythagora tools! This time: 'The Beaver Dam'...
en
04:45 BST
Easy Japanese for Work
Ngoc-san from Vietnam wants to help a new co-worker sitting next to him and become a great senpai (senior colleague) to him. To know and understand the proper way, Ngoc-san tackles a role-play.
en
05:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
05:10 BST
Somewhere Street
Rumoured to be one of the oldest towns in northern Italy, Padua was founded during Roman times - its picturesque medieval buildings and cobblestone streets have been carefully preserved.
en
06:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
06:10 BST
Japan's Top Inventions
The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. This time: landmine clearance machines and linear guides.
en
06:40 BST
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Lava Flows: The hazard map for Mount Fuji was revised in 2021, revealing the chance of more damage from lava flows - we look at what lies behind the assumptions for this assessment.
en
06:55 BST
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A cat finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum - will we have a winner? Plus, join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.
en
07:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
07:10 BST
Ukraine's Frontline Journalists
How do you cover a war in your own country? We spent two years with journalists from Ukraine's public broadcaster and saw how Russia's invasion transformed their profession and changed their beliefs.
en
08:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
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08:10 BST
 Anime Manga Explosion
This episode features Yokoshima Toshihisa, an animation director that uses cel shading to give his 3DCG visuals a cel animation look, plus the full version of his film COCOLORS!
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09:00 BST
NHK Newsline
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
en
09:10 BST
J-Melo
Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: Murasaki (with Chisa, a voice actor in the 'Umamusume: Pretty Derby' franchise, and songwriter Ramseeni) and seven-member idol group Fragrant Drive.
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09:40 BST
Easy Japanese for Work
Ngoc-san from Vietnam wants to help a new co-worker sitting next to him and become a great senpai (senior colleague) to him. To know and understand the proper way, Ngoc-san tackles a role-play.
en
09:55 BST
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A cat finds an intruder at a contemporary art museum - will we have a winner? Plus, join another kitty at a traditional crafts workshop lovingly watching its owner's craftsmanship.
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