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NHK WORLD-JAPAN is the international service of Japan's public broadcaster NHK. It provides the latest information on Japan and Asia through television, radio and online to a global audience.

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Programguide - onsdag, 15. mai 2024

kl. 00 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 00.15 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
We visit one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in Edo. Flower viewing parties were for eating, drinking and making merry. It was also an opportunity for young men and women to mingle.
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kl. 00.20 +0100
Time-Lapse Japan
Explores the history of the Murakami Kaizoku, sailors and fighters in the Seto Inland Sea, with footage of the Kurushima Straits.
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kl. 00.25 +0100
Japan From Above: Up Close
An aerial journey across 21st century Japan, a bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
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kl. 00.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 14 May, day three of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
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kl. 00.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host sheds light on the ring entrance ceremony, where wrestlers wear traditional brocaded aprons to express their fighting spirit and individuality.
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kl. 01 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 01.15 +0100
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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kl. 01.30 +0100
Dive in Tokyo
Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate. A look at why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.
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kl. 02 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 02.15 +0100
Direct Talk
Modern dancer David Leventhal co-created a dance programme for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty years later, numerous studies have shown that dancing slows progression of the condition.
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kl. 02.30 +0100
Ninja Truth
Looking at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried and trying out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
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kl. 02.45 +0100
Magical Japanese
Peter MacMillan introduces words that relate to sumo and gives detailed explanations of their meanings and cultural backgrounds.
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kl. 02.55 +0100
Core Kyoto Mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
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kl. 03 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 03.15 +0100
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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kl. 03.30 +0100
Frontrunners
Meeting salt maker Sato Kyojiro, whose unique, naturally produced, labour-intensive creations have earned fans among Japan's leading chefs.
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kl. 04 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 04.15 +0100
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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kl. 04.30 +0100
Science View
All animals need sleep. Exploring why and how sleep has evolved across the animal kingdom. Also, meeting the developer of the AI Suitcase that helps the visually impaired walk more freely.
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kl. 05 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 05.15 +0100
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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kl. 05.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 14 May, day three of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
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kl. 05.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host sheds light on the ring entrance ceremony, where wrestlers wear traditional brocaded aprons to express their fighting spirit and individuality.
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kl. 06 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 06.15 +0100
Direct Talk
Modern dancer David Leventhal co-created a dance programme for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty years later, numerous studies have shown that dancing slows progression of the condition.
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kl. 06.30 +0100
Dive in Tokyo
Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate. A look at why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.
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kl. 07 +0100
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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kl. 07.30 +0100
Ninja Truth
Looking at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried and trying out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
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kl. 07.45 +0100
Magical Japanese
Peter MacMillan introduces words that relate to sumo and gives detailed explanations of their meanings and cultural backgrounds.
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kl. 07.55 +0100
Core Kyoto Mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
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kl. 08 +0100
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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kl. 08.30 +0100
Frontrunners
Meeting salt maker Sato Kyojiro, whose unique, naturally produced, labour-intensive creations have earned fans among Japan's leading chefs.
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kl. 09 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 09.14 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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kl. 09.15 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 09.23 +0100
Japan From Above: Up Close
Showcases various places in Japan on an aerial journey. With extensive stretch of islands, the bird's-eye view of the country portrays various types of landscape and ways of life.
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kl. 09.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 14 May, day three of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
kl. 09.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host sheds light on the ring entrance ceremony, where wrestlers wear traditional brocaded aprons to express their fighting spirit and individuality.
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kl. 10 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 10.14 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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kl. 10.15 +0100
Direct Talk
Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her eight-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn, New York, provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact.
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kl. 10.30 +0100
Science View
All animals need sleep. Exploring why and how sleep has evolved across the animal kingdom. Also, meeting the developer of the AI Suitcase that helps the visually impaired walk more freely.
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kl. 11 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 11.17 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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kl. 11.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 11.30 +0100
Dive in Tokyo
Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate. A look at why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.
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kl. 12 +0100
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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kl. 12.27 +0100
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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kl. 12.40 +0100
Direct Talk
Modern dancer David Leventhal co-created a dance programme for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty years later, numerous studies have shown that dancing slows progression of the condition.
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kl. 12.55 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. We investigate what kind of artistic statement was he trying to make.
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kl. 13 +0100
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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kl. 13.30 +0100
Ninja Truth
Looking at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried and trying out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
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kl. 13.45 +0100
Magical Japanese
Peter MacMillan introduces words that relate to sumo and gives detailed explanations of their meanings and cultural backgrounds.
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kl. 13.55 +0100
Core Kyoto Mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
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kl. 14 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 14.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 14.30 +0100
Frontrunners
Meeting salt maker Sato Kyojiro, whose unique, naturally produced, labour-intensive creations have earned fans among Japan's leading chefs.
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kl. 15 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 15.15 +0100
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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kl. 15.30 +0100
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Known to the world as panko, Japanese breadcrumbs are made by breaking apart fresh loaves of bread. A look at the wide breadth of Japan's crunchy, juicy and truly unique fried food culture.
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kl. 16 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 16.15 +0100
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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kl. 16.30 +0100
Dive in Tokyo
Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate. A look at why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.
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kl. 17 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 17.15 +0100
Direct Talk
Modern dancer David Leventhal co-created a dance programme for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty years later, numerous studies have shown that dancing slows progression of the condition.
en
kl. 17.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 May, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
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kl. 17.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host gives an in-depth view of the long-standing history and the making of the Sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.
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kl. 18 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 18.15 +0100
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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kl. 18.30 +0100
Ninja Truth
Looking at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried and trying out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
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kl. 18.45 +0100
Magical Japanese
Peter MacMillan introduces words that relate to sumo and gives detailed explanations of their meanings and cultural backgrounds.
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kl. 18.55 +0100
Core Kyoto Mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
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kl. 19 +0100
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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kl. 19.27 +0100
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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kl. 19.40 +0100
Direct Talk
Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her eight-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn, New York, provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact.
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kl. 19.55 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. We investigate what kind of artistic statement was he trying to make.
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kl. 20 +0100
Jane Birkin: A Japan Love Story
Artist and style icon Jane Birkin was devoted to empowering the survivors of the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. Even after her passing in 2023, her legacy lives on in their hearts.
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kl. 20.30 +0100
Frontrunners
Meeting salt maker Sato Kyojiro, whose unique, naturally produced, labour-intensive creations have earned fans among Japan's leading chefs.
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kl. 21 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 21.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 21.30 +0100
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Known to the world as panko, Japanese breadcrumbs are made by breaking apart fresh loaves of bread. A look at the wide breadth of Japan's crunchy, juicy and truly unique fried food culture.
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kl. 22 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 22.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 22.30 +0100
Dive in Tokyo
Ochanomizu is a college town with roots going back 200 years to an academy started by the Edo Shogunate. A look at why the area is known for used books, musical instruments and curry.
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kl. 23 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 23.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 23.30 +0100
Ninja Truth
Looking at how ninja used the distinctive swords they carried and trying out mizugumo, a device that allowed ninja to seemingly walk across moats, to see if it really works.
en
kl. 23.45 +0100
Magical Japanese
Peter MacMillan introduces words that relate to sumo and gives detailed explanations of their meanings and cultural backgrounds.
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kl. 23.55 +0100
Core Kyoto Mini
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
en

Programguide - torsdag, 16. mai 2024

kl. 00 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 00.15 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A series of doodles by the famous artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi turn out to be carefully considered depictions of the kabuki actors of the day. We investigate what kind of artistic statement was he trying to make.
en
kl. 00.20 +0100
Time-Lapse Japan
Explores the history and legacy of the Seto Inland Sea, with time-lapse footage.
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kl. 00.25 +0100
Japan From Above: Up Close
Showcases various places in Japan on an aerial journey. With extensive stretch of islands, the bird's-eye view of the country portrays various types of landscape and ways of life.
en
kl. 00.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 May, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
kl. 00.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host gives an in-depth view of the long-standing history and the making of the Sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.
en
kl. 01 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 01.15 +0100
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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kl. 01.30 +0100
Core Kyoto
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them.
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kl. 02 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 02.15 +0100
Direct Talk
An interview with Nalutporn Krairiksh, a Thai journalist who has established ThisAble, a website to support the rights of people with disabilities.
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kl. 02.30 +0100
Design X Stories
Creative minds behind various products talk about helping customers make their own choices using customisation options.
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kl. 03 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 03.15 +0100
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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kl. 03.30 +0100
Japanology Plus
Japanese honeybees are wild and difficult to farm, but the multifloral honey they produce has a rich and complex flavour. A look at caring for these creatures and examining their surprising behaviour.
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kl. 04 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 04.15 +0100
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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kl. 04.30 +0100
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Known to the world as panko, Japanese breadcrumbs are made by breaking apart fresh loaves of bread. A look at the wide breadth of Japan's crunchy, juicy and truly unique fried food culture.
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kl. 05 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
kl. 05.15 +0100
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.
en
kl. 05.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 May, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
kl. 05.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host gives an in-depth view of the long-standing history and the making of the Sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.
en
kl. 06 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 06.15 +0100
Direct Talk
An interview with Nalutporn Krairiksh, a Thai journalist who has established ThisAble, a website to support the rights of people with disabilities.
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kl. 06.30 +0100
Core Kyoto
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them.
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kl. 07 +0100
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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kl. 07.30 +0100
Design X Stories
Creative minds behind various products talk about helping customers make their own choices using customisation options.
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kl. 08 +0100
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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kl. 08.30 +0100
Japanology Plus
Japanese honeybees are wild and difficult to farm, but the multifloral honey they produce has a rich and complex flavour. A look at caring for these creatures and examining their surprising behaviour.
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kl. 09 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 09.14 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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kl. 09.15 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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kl. 09.23 +0100
Japan From Above: Up Close
The host goes on an aerial journey to witness the breathtaking tropical landscape of Shikoku island and talks with some inhabitants about their lives.
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kl. 09.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 15 May, day four of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
kl. 09.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host gives an in-depth view of the long-standing history and the making of the Sagari belt cords worn by wrestlers during combat.
en
kl. 10 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
kl. 10.14 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
kl. 10.15 +0100
Direct Talk
An in-depth interview with Radoslaw Fedaczynski, a veterinary surgeon, sharing his unique insights, information and analysis.
en
kl. 10.30 +0100
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Known to the world as panko, Japanese breadcrumbs are made by breaking apart fresh loaves of bread. A look at the wide breadth of Japan's crunchy, juicy and truly unique fried food culture.
en
kl. 11 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
kl. 11.17 +0100
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
kl. 11.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
kl. 11.30 +0100
Core Kyoto
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them.
en
kl. 12 +0100
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
kl. 12.27 +0100
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.
en
kl. 12.40 +0100
Direct Talk
An interview with Nalutporn Krairiksh, a Thai journalist who has established ThisAble, a website to support the rights of people with disabilities.
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kl. 12.55 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. Find out what they are looking for amongst the weeds.
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kl. 13 +0100
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
kl. 13.30 +0100
Design X Stories
Creative minds behind various products talk about helping customers make their own choices using customisation options.
en
kl. 14 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
kl. 14.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
kl. 14.30 +0100
Japanology Plus
Japanese honeybees are wild and difficult to farm, but the multifloral honey they produce has a rich and complex flavour. A look at caring for these creatures and examining their surprising behaviour.
en
kl. 15 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 15.15 +0100
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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kl. 15.30 +0100
Japan Railway Journal
The new Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8, which has unique features inspired Yamagata Prefecture, made its debut in March 2024. A look at the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.
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kl. 16 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 16.15 +0100
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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kl. 16.30 +0100
Core Kyoto
Many centuries ago, Japan's imperial court used cloth dyed with the colours of prayer, many of which are lost to time. Some today are fascinated with these forgotten colours and are attempting to revive them.
en
kl. 17 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
kl. 17.15 +0100
Direct Talk
An interview with Nalutporn Krairiksh, a Thai journalist who has established ThisAble, a website to support the rights of people with disabilities.
en
kl. 17.30 +0100
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 16 May, day five of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
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kl. 17.57 +0100
Sumopedia
The host dives deep into Yumitori-shiki, the bamboo bow twirling ceremony, to fend off evil spirits after completing bouts of the day.
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kl. 18 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 18.15 +0100
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.
en
kl. 18.30 +0100
Design X Stories
Creative minds behind various products talk about helping customers make their own choices using customisation options.
en
kl. 19 +0100
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
kl. 19.27 +0100
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.
en
kl. 19.40 +0100
Direct Talk
An in-depth interview with Radoslaw Fedaczynski, a veterinary surgeon, sharing his unique insights, information and analysis.
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kl. 19.55 +0100
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
We venture to the outskirts of Edo just after sunset, where a group of women and children have come to a stream to enjoy a popular summer activity. Find out what they are looking for amongst the weeds.
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kl. 20 +0100
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: canned bread & automatic dorayaki machines.
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kl. 20.30 +0100
Japanology Plus
Japanese honeybees are wild and difficult to farm, but the multifloral honey they produce has a rich and complex flavour. A look at caring for these creatures and examining their surprising behaviour.
en
kl. 21 +0100
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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kl. 21.18 +0100
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
kl. 21.30 +0100
Japan Railway Journal
The new Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8, which has unique features inspired Yamagata Prefecture, made its debut in March 2024. A look at the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.
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