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TV-gids - zondag, 19-05-24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:10
Biz Stream
Focusing on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies, and technologies while looking behind the scenes to discuss their global impact from a variety of perspectives.
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00:40
The New Adventures of Rockie and Her Friends
Rockie helps an old woman find her apple. When the woman gives a mushroom-looking apple to Rockie in return, Shelly eats that apple.
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00:50
Viewpoint Science
Showcases how to describe objects using words and how it helps people discover new things.
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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
Hometown Stories
Families come to Ago Bay, central Japan, to have loved ones' ashes encased in pearls. They insert them into oysters so they can grow in the sea. Exploring what has made families reach this decision.
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01:37
Easy Japanese
Tam and Mi Ya present practical examples of using the phrase ni-imasu to indicate where they are in Japanese.
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01:40
Core Kyoto Mini
The city of Kyoto in Japan has been renowned for its woodcraft artisans, craftsmen who turn wood into art, since ancient times.
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01:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two cyclists explore Lake Toya, known for its hot spring resorts. Travelling around the caldera lake for many miles, they enjoy the coming of spring and sense the breath of the earth.
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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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini
Technological advancement has allowed their cultivation ob bananas in snowy areas. Visiting a plantation in one of Japan's snowiest regions and checking out a wide variety of bananas at a wholesaler in Tokyo's Ota Market.
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02:20
The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, creating an experience with each season.
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02:25
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
In the Edo period, childbirth was a community affair, with the mother-to-be attended by a midwife and the women in her life. It was also characterised by unique customs and superstitions.
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02:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 18 May, day seven of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
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02:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the rankings in Japanese traditional sumo, called banzuke, highlighting the importance of rankings and how wrestlers can be affected by them.
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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
NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as hikikomori, recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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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
NHK WORLD TV Special Program
Two students take a trip from Kyoto to Shiretoko in Hokkaido, but this trip of 1,250km has a limit on CO2 emissions-just 100kg. Following a journey that brings human's environmental impact into focus.
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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
Biz Stream
Focusing on the latest Japanese business trends, corporate strategies, and technologies while looking behind the scenes to discuss their global impact from a variety of perspectives.
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05:40
Little Charo
The adventures of Charo, a Japanese dog who finds himself lost in New York City and decides to find his way back home.
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05:50
Japanology Plus mini
After scissors arrived in Japan, they evolved in unique ways. Japanese artisans applied traditional sword-making techniques to the creation of a broad variety of highly specialised and customised tools.
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05:55
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Taking in Japan's tallest mountain, Mt Fuji, and meeting some cats on the way. A cat named Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard. Another cat patrols its home-a 100-year-old winery.
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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
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Macaques can be found across Japan. Examines a troop on a Japanese island that have fascinating greetings, dietary habits, infighting and drama that is not so different from our own.
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06:35
Time-Lapse Journey
Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures. Providing the experience of its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.
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06:40
U & I
i is about to transfer to another school and worries about her classmates distancing themselves from her childhood friend, u.
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06:50
Texico
Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.
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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
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. This time, providing an in-depth look at the historic monuments of ancient Kyoto.
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07:25
Time-Lapse Japan
The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at Ainu boats.
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07:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 18 May, day seven of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
07:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the rankings in Japanese traditional sumo, called banzuke, highlighting the importance of rankings and how wrestlers can be affected by them.
en
08:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
08:10
Hometown Stories
Families come to Ago Bay, central Japan, to have loved ones' ashes encased in pearls. They insert them into oysters so they can grow in the sea. Exploring what has made families reach this decision.
en
08:37
Easy Japanese
Tam and Mi Ya present practical examples of using the phrase ni-imasu to indicate where they are in Japanese.
en
08:40
Core Kyoto Mini
The city of Kyoto in Japan has been renowned for its woodcraft artisans, craftsmen who turn wood into art, since ancient times.
en
08:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two cyclists explore Lake Toya, known for its hot spring resorts. Travelling around the caldera lake for many miles, they enjoy the coming of spring and sense the breath of the earth.
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
NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as hikikomori, recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
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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
Gifts of the North
Furano: A Chef and Maître d'hôtel Part2 - Autumn and Winter, 2024
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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
Live: Grand Sumo Wrestling: Day 8
NHK WORLD-JAPAN will broadcast GRAND SUMO May Tournament Day 8 action live from Tokyo, as top wrestlers have their eighth bouts of the 15-day contest.
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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
Hometown Stories
Families come to Ago Bay, central Japan, to have loved ones' ashes encased in pearls. They insert them into oysters so they can grow in the sea. Exploring what has made families reach this decision.
en
12:37
Easy Japanese
Tam and Mi Ya present practical examples of using the phrase ni-imasu to indicate where they are in Japanese.
en
12:40
Core Kyoto Mini
The city of Kyoto in Japan has been renowned for its woodcraft artisans, craftsmen who turn wood into art, since ancient times.
en
12:45
Wild Hokkaido!
Two cyclists explore Lake Toya, known for its hot spring resorts. Travelling around the caldera lake for many miles, they enjoy the coming of spring and sense the breath of the earth.
en
13:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
13:10
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Macaques can be found across Japan. Examines a troop on a Japanese island that have fascinating greetings, dietary habits, infighting and drama that is not so different from our own.
en
13:35
Time-Lapse Journey
Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures. Providing the experience of its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.
en
13:40
U & I
i is about to transfer to another school and worries about her classmates distancing themselves from her childhood friend, u.
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13:50
Texico
Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.
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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
Somewhere Street
Salerno, Italy was home to Europe's oldest medical school and attracted nobility from all over Europe due to its medical treatment expertise. Today, it's an Amalfi Coast popular tourist destination.
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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
NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as hikikomori, recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
en
16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
16:10
Gifts of the North
Furano: A Chef and Maître d'hôtel Part2 - Autumn and Winter, 2024
en
17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
17:10
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Macaques can be found across Japan. Examines a troop on a Japanese island that have fascinating greetings, dietary habits, infighting and drama that is not so different from our own.
en
17:35
Time-Lapse Journey
Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures. Providing the experience of its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.
en
17:40
U & I
i is about to transfer to another school and worries about her classmates distancing themselves from her childhood friend, u.
en
17:50
Texico
Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.
en
18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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18:10
J-MELO
Presents an interview with May J., where she shares what Meme Tokyo is up to, and a performance by Minami Kizuki.
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18:40
Pythagora Switch Mini
Featuring `The Wire Hanger Song'.
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18:45
Easy Japanese for Work
Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.
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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
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. This time, providing an in-depth look at the historic monuments of ancient Kyoto.
en
19:25
Time-Lapse Japan
The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at Ainu boats.
en
19:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 19 May, day eight. of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
19:57
Sumopedia
An in-depth look into sumo stables, called heya. Stables play a significant role in the industry, as wrestlers live and train there from the very the beginning of their careers.
en
20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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20:10
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, a look at mosquito coils and screw removal tools.
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20:40
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
A look at what it takes to survive a flood. Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons. Finding out how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars.
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20:55
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Taking in Japan's tallest mountain, Mt Fuji, and meeting some cats on the way. A cat named Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard. Another cat patrols its home-a 100-year-old winery.
en
21:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
21:10
NHK Documentary
It's estimated over a million Japanese live as hikikomori, recluses totally withdrawn from society. As the parents they depend on age, many now face a dire situation, left alone and unable to cope.
en
22:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
22:10
Gifts of the North
Furano: A Chef and Maître d'hôtel Part2 - Autumn and Winter, 2024
en
23:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
23:10
J-MELO
Presents an interview with May J., where she shares what Meme Tokyo is up to, and a performance by Minami Kizuki.
en
23:40
Easy Japanese for Work
Binod-san from Nepal works at a car sales company as a mechanic. When he doesn't understand his superior's instruction in Japanese, he hesitates to ask. He will learn how to clarify and confirm.
en
23:55
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Taking in Japan's tallest mountain, Mt Fuji, and meeting some cats on the way. A cat named Bond carries out top-secret missions at a peach orchard. Another cat patrols its home-a 100-year-old winery.
en

TV-gids - maandag, 20-05-24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
00:10
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Macaques can be found across Japan. Examines a troop on a Japanese island that have fascinating greetings, dietary habits, infighting and drama that is not so different from our own.
en
00:35
Time-Lapse Journey
Tokachi is in Japan's great northern land of Hokkaido, home to vast fields and sprawling pastures. Providing the experience of its vibrant summer colours through time-lapse photography.
en
00:40
U & I
i is about to transfer to another school and worries about her classmates distancing themselves from her childhood friend, u.
en
00:50
Texico
Fascinating experiments that help people visualise sequences and predict future outcomes. Conveys the pleasure found in improving sequence patterns and how programming principles can be discovered in many aspects of daily life.
en
01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
01:10
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, a look at mosquito coils and screw removal tools.
en
01:40
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life
A look at what it takes to survive a flood. Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typhoons. Finding out how to safely navigate flooded streets and escape sinking cars.
en
01:55
Pythagora Switch Mini
Featuring `The Wire Hanger Song'.
en
02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
02:10
The World Heritage Sites in Japan
Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature. This time, providing an in-depth look at the historic monuments of ancient Kyoto.
en
02:25
Time-Lapse Japan
The Ainu are the indigenous people of northern Japan. Time-lapse creator Shimizu Daisuke investigates various aspects of their culture and traditions. This time, a look at Ainu boats.
en
02:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 19 May, day eight. of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
02:57
Sumopedia
An in-depth look into sumo stables, called heya. Stables play a significant role in the industry, as wrestlers live and train there from the very the beginning of their careers.
en
03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
03:10
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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03:23
Chatroom Japan
Elsa, a mother from the Faroe Islands, shares her struggles with the language barrier when assisting her children with their homework at a Japanese public school.
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03:30
Where We Call Home
We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.
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04:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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04:15
Direct Talk
Miwa Kaito talks about how he started providing free academic resources for students in developing countries, the challenges he faced, and his plans to continue making education accessible.
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04:30
Activate Your Japanese
When Xuan is feeling sad by looking at her sparsely decorated flat, Ota and Monica arrive to help. When she learns that Monica's room is decorated in a cute way using items from the 100-yen shop, Xuan heads to the shop with Ota and Monica.
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04:45
Culture Crossroads
Panic, isolation, evacuation shelter life, community cooperation, network support. Foreign workers living in the Noto Peninsula area describe their experience of the major January 2024 earthquake.
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04:55
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
A look at the multilingual portal, providing answers to questions in a variety of languages.
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05:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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05:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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05:30
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture, a land blessed with a temperate climate all year round. It is one of the sunniest cities in Japan, boasting the most number of days with sunshine.
en
06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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06:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
06:30
J-MELO
Presents an interview with May J., where she shares what Meme Tokyo is up to, and a performance by Minami Kizuki.
en
07:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
07:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
07:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 19 May, day eight. of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
07:57
Sumopedia
An in-depth look into sumo stables, called heya. Stables play a significant role in the industry, as wrestlers live and train there from the very the beginning of their careers.
en
08:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
08:15
Direct Talk
Miwa Kaito talks about how he started providing free academic resources for students in developing countries, the challenges he faced, and his plans to continue making education accessible.
en
08:30
Where We Call Home
We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.
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09:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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09:30
Activate Your Japanese
When Xuan is feeling sad by looking at her sparsely decorated flat, Ota and Monica arrive to help. When she learns that Monica's room is decorated in a cute way using items from the 100-yen shop, Xuan heads to the shop with Ota and Monica.
en
09:45
Culture Crossroads
Panic, isolation, evacuation shelter life, community cooperation, network support. Foreign workers living in the Noto Peninsula area describe their experience of the major January 2024 earthquake.
en
09:55
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
A look at the multilingual portal, providing answers to questions in a variety of languages.
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10:00
Newsline Asia 24
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
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10:30
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture, a land blessed with a temperate climate all year round. It is one of the sunniest cities in Japan, boasting the most number of days with sunshine.
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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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11:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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11:15
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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11:23
Japan From Above: Up Close
A free diver goes on an underwater adventure on Yonaguni Island and shares his philosophy, including how to prepare his mental state before deep diving.
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11:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Highlights of the traditional Japanese sport of sumo, this time featuring all top-division bouts from 19 May, day eight. of the Grand Sumo Tournament taking place in the Japan's capital city, Tokyo.
en
11:57
Sumopedia
An in-depth look into sumo stables, called heya. Stables play a significant role in the industry, as wrestlers live and train there from the very the beginning of their careers.
en
12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
12:14
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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12:15
Direct Talk
At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, Masa Takumi won Best Global Music Album. This was the culmination of a life goal that Takumi moved across the world to Los Angeles in order to achieve.
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12:30
J-MELO
Presents an interview with May J., where she shares what Meme Tokyo is up to, and a performance by Minami Kizuki.
en
13:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
13:17
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
en
13:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
13:30
Where We Call Home
We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.
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14:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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14:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
14:40
Direct Talk
Miwa Kaito talks about how he started providing free academic resources for students in developing countries, the challenges he faced, and his plans to continue making education accessible.
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14:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use drifting mosquito hooks to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople.
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15:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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15:30
Activate Your Japanese
When Xuan is feeling sad by looking at her sparsely decorated flat, Ota and Monica arrive to help. When she learns that Monica's room is decorated in a cute way using items from the 100-yen shop, Xuan heads to the shop with Ota and Monica.
en
15:45
Culture Crossroads
Panic, isolation, evacuation shelter life, community cooperation, network support. Foreign workers living in the Noto Peninsula area describe their experience of the major January 2024 earthquake.
en
15:55
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
A look at the multilingual portal, providing answers to questions in a variety of languages.
en
16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
16:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
16:30
Seasoning the Seasons
Visiting Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture, a land blessed with a temperate climate all year round. It is one of the sunniest cities in Japan, boasting the most number of days with sunshine.
en
17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
17:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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17:30
Medical Frontiers
A look at iPS cells being used to treat eye diseases to address donor shortages. Exploring the advances made in Japan, such as the transplantation of iPS cell-derived corneal cells and retinal sheets.
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18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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18:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
18:30
Where We Call Home
We meet Ukrainian Ivanna Berezovska, a female sumo wrestler who fled the war and now trains in Fukuoka, and Indonesian Kertowidodo Harsono who takes care of traditional Japanese gardens in Aichi.
en
19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
19:15
Direct Talk
Miwa Kaito talks about how he started providing free academic resources for students in developing countries, the challenges he faced, and his plans to continue making education accessible.
en
19:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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19:57
Sumopedia
The narrator sheds light on basic sumo training, wrestlers' daily rituals, and how they increase their physical strength for combat.
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20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
20:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
en
20:30
Activate Your Japanese
When Xuan is feeling sad by looking at her sparsely decorated flat, Ota and Monica arrive to help. When she learns that Monica's room is decorated in a cute way using items from the 100-yen shop, Xuan heads to the shop with Ota and Monica.
en
20:45
Culture Crossroads
Panic, isolation, evacuation shelter life, community cooperation, network support. Foreign workers living in the Noto Peninsula area describe their experience of the major January 2024 earthquake.
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20:55
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
A look at the multilingual portal, providing answers to questions in a variety of languages.
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21:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
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21:27
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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21:40
Direct Talk
At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, Masa Takumi won Best Global Music Album. This was the culmination of a life goal that Takumi moved across the world to Los Angeles in order to achieve.
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21:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
A group of anglers stand in a fast-moving, undulating river at the foot of a rugged cliff. They use drifting mosquito hooks to fish for a summer delicacy that was a favourite of the Edo townspeople.
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22:00
Hometown Stories
Families come to Ago Bay, central Japan, to have loved ones' ashes encased in pearls. They insert them into oysters so they can grow in the sea. Exploring what has made families reach this decision.
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22:27
Easy Japanese
Tam and Mi Ya present practical examples of using the phrase ni-imasu to indicate where they are in Japanese.
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22:30
Core Kyoto Mini
The city of Kyoto in Japan has been renowned for its woodcraft artisans, craftsmen who turn wood into art, since ancient times.
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22:35
Wild Hokkaido!
Two cyclists explore Lake Toya, known for its hot spring resorts. Travelling around the caldera lake for many miles, they enjoy the coming of spring and sense the breath of the earth.
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22:50
Time-Lapse Japan
The filmmaker sheds light on various aspects of the Ainu, indigenous people of northern Japan, including their culture, traditions, and housing.
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22:55
Japan From Above: Up Close
A free diver goes on an underwater adventure on Yonaguni Island and shares his philosophy, including how to prepare his mental state before deep diving.
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23:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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23:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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23:30
Medical Frontiers
A look at iPS cells being used to treat eye diseases to address donor shortages. Exploring the advances made in Japan, such as the transplantation of iPS cell-derived corneal cells and retinal sheets.
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