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NHK WORLD-JAPAN

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.

Japan

TV-gids - dinsdag, 21-05-24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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00:30
Where We Call Home
The viewer meets Uganda-born Kalule Deogratius who teaches English at a middle school in Nagano, Japan, and Vietnamese Nguyen Cong Quoc who works at a mandarin orange farm in Ehime.
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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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01:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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01:30
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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01:45
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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01:55
Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
A look at the multilingual portal, providing answers to questions in a variety of languages.
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02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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02:15
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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02:20
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 visual Ainu patterns.
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02:25
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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02:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Sumo highlights from a range of tournaments that have taken place across the globe. Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports and boasts a history going back more than 1500 years.
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02:57
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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03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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03:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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03:30
Journeys in Japan
John Moore arrives in Kochi and tries out night fishing using flickering lights. Later on, he goes to the Ekingura museum to explore the historical pieces of art by Ekin.
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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
Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.
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04:30
Dining with the Chef
Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce the uninitiated to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.
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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
Document 72 Hours
A look at some of the people who frequent a discount women's clothing store in Ueno, Tokyo, a shop that attracts customers for a variety of reasons. Spending three days listening to their stories.
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06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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06:15
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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06:30
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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07:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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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.
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07:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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07:57
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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08:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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08:15
Direct Talk
Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.
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08:30
Journeys in Japan
John Moore arrives in Kochi and tries out night fishing using flickering lights. Later on, he goes to the Ekingura museum to explore the historical pieces of art by Ekin.
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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
Dining with the Chef
Chef Saito demonstrates how to cook Japan's beloved homemade classic food by preparing a teishoku set meal, pairing the korokke with rice, miso soup and pickles.
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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
Document 72 Hours
A look at some of the people who frequent a discount women's clothing store in Ueno, Tokyo, a shop that attracts customers for a variety of reasons. Spending three days listening to their stories.
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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
The director of a conservation centre shares how the staff dedicate themselves to preserving the red-crowned cranes in the Kushiro wetlands of Hokkaido Prefecture and help them survive the long winter.
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11:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 9 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
en
11:57
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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12:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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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
Okumura Arisa created the Slow Order Cafe, a pop-up concept staffed entirely by people who stutter. She talks about her speech impediment and the vision behind her project.
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12:30
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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13:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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13:17
NL Bridge
Presents the latest entertainment news and trends along with special interviews with TV personalities.
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13:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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13:30
Journeys in Japan
John Moore arrives in Kochi and tries out night fishing using flickering lights. Later on, he goes to the Ekingura museum to explore the historical pieces of art by Ekin.
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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.
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14:40
Direct Talk
Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.
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14:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
For a time during the Edo period, fireworks lit up the skies practically every night in the summer. It was a chance for women to dress up and let loose and grab the attention of male suitors.
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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
Dining with the Chef
Chef Saito demonstrates how to cook Japan's beloved homemade classic food by preparing a teishoku set meal, pairing the korokke with rice, miso soup and pickles.
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16:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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16:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
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16:30
Document 72 Hours
A look at some of the people who frequent a discount women's clothing store in Ueno, Tokyo, a shop that attracts customers for a variety of reasons. Spending three days listening to their stories.
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17:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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17:15
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
Science View
Explores how eels travel the big ocean without getting lost, an eel tracking ship, and a technology that helps experience shared sensations.
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18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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18:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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18:30
Journeys in Japan
John Moore arrives in Kochi and tries out night fishing using flickering lights. Later on, he goes to the Ekingura museum to explore the historical pieces of art by Ekin.
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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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19:15
Direct Talk
Nawa Kohei's work has been shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Louvre Museum. He talks about working with a range of materials and technologies to expand the possibilities of sculpture.
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19:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
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19:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.
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20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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20:15
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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20:30
Dining with the Chef
Chef Saito demonstrates how to cook Japan's beloved homemade classic food by preparing a teishoku set meal, pairing the korokke with rice, miso soup and pickles.
en
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
Okumura Arisa created the Slow Order Cafe, a pop-up concept staffed entirely by people who stutter. She talks about her speech impediment and the vision behind her project.
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21:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
For a time during the Edo period, fireworks lit up the skies practically every night in the summer. It was a chance for women to dress up and let loose and grab the attention of male suitors.
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22:00
Biz Stream
This episode features a mechanical pencil that captures the feel of a wooden pencil and an electronic device for children that attaches to their pencils and turns study time into a game.
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22:30
Document 72 Hours
A look at some of the people who frequent a discount women's clothing store in Ueno, Tokyo, a shop that attracts customers for a variety of reasons. Spending three days listening to their stories.
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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
Science View
Explores how eels travel the big ocean without getting lost, an eel tracking ship, and a technology that helps experience shared sensations.
en

TV-gids - woensdag, 22-05-24

00:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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00:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
00:30
Journeys in Japan
John Moore arrives in Kochi and tries out night fishing using flickering lights. Later on, he goes to the Ekingura museum to explore the historical pieces of art by Ekin.
en
01:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
01:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
01:30
Dining with the Chef
Chef Saito demonstrates how to cook Japan's beloved homemade classic food by preparing a teishoku set meal, pairing the korokke with rice, miso soup and pickles.
en
02:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
02:15
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
For a time during the Edo period, fireworks lit up the skies practically every night in the summer. It was a chance for women to dress up and let loose and grab the attention of male suitors.
en
02:20
Time-Lapse Japan
The Jomon period lasted from around 13,000 BC to 300 BC. This society of hunter-gatherers cherished peace, cooperation and connection to the natural world. A look at the Sannai Maruyama site, where 6,000 years ago, a large settlement was established.
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02:25
Japan From Above: Up Close
The director of a conservation centre shares how the staff dedicate themselves to preserving the red-crowned cranes in the Kushiro wetlands of Hokkaido Prefecture and help them survive the long winter.
en
02:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
en
02:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.
en
03:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
03:15
Newsline in Depth
Introducing a colourful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
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03:30
Dive in Tokyo
Exploring Shin-Okubo, a neighbourhood in Shinjuku that's known as Tokyo's Koreatown. Recently, it's evolved into a bustling multicultural community with residents from across Asia.
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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
Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.
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04:30
Anime Sanctuaries
Featuring the long running series `Love Live!' and its setting - Akihabara in Tokyo.
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04:45
Magical Japanese
Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.
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04:55
Core Kyoto Mini
On February 3, the Lunar New Year's Eve, various rites are held to expel calamity and welcome good fortune in the coming year.
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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
Frontrunners
A look at the life and work of Doctor Minamitani Kaori, head of a pioneering medical centre in Osaka that is leading the way in providing care to patients from overseas with limited Japanese skills.
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06:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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06:15
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
Science View
Explores how eels travel the big ocean without getting lost, an eel tracking ship, and a technology that helps experience shared sensations.
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
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
en
07:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.
en
08:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
08:15
Direct Talk
Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.
en
08:30
Dive in Tokyo
Exploring Shin-Okubo, a neighbourhood in Shinjuku that's known as Tokyo's Koreatown. Recently, it's evolved into a bustling multicultural community with residents from across Asia.
en
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
Anime Sanctuaries
Featuring the long running series `Love Live!' and its setting - Akihabara in Tokyo.
en
09:45
Magical Japanese
Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.
en
09:55
Core Kyoto Mini
On February 3, the Lunar New Year's Eve, various rites are held to expel calamity and welcome good fortune in the coming year.
en
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.
en
10:30
Frontrunners
A look at the life and work of Doctor Minamitani Kaori, head of a pioneering medical centre in Osaka that is leading the way in providing care to patients from overseas with limited Japanese skills.
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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 rice farmer in Shonai, Yamagata Prefecture, shares the stories of traditional farming and the philosophy of their work.
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11:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 10 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
en
11:57
Sumopedia
Sheds light on the history and the making of the mawashi, a belt worn by wrestlers during battles to represent their rankings.
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.
en
12:15
Direct Talk
An in-depth interview program featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. This time, featuring Rosa Brooks, a police reformer and law professor.
en
12:30
Science View
Explores how eels travel the big ocean without getting lost, an eel tracking ship, and a technology that helps experience shared sensations.
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
Dive in Tokyo
Exploring Shin-Okubo, a neighbourhood in Shinjuku that's known as Tokyo's Koreatown. Recently, it's evolved into a bustling multicultural community with residents from across Asia.
en
14:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
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
Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.
en
14:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.
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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.
en
15:30
Anime Sanctuaries
Featuring the long running series `Love Live!' and its setting - Akihabara in Tokyo.
en
15:45
Magical Japanese
Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.
en
15:55
Core Kyoto Mini
On February 3, the Lunar New Year's Eve, various rites are held to expel calamity and welcome good fortune in the coming year.
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
Frontrunners
A look at the life and work of Doctor Minamitani Kaori, head of a pioneering medical centre in Osaka that is leading the way in providing care to patients from overseas with limited Japanese skills.
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
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Schools of nishin, or Pacific herring, enter Japan's cooler northern waters in spring. Once a lucrative part of local economies, the fish remains a staple ingredient in various Japanese dishes.
en
18:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
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
Dive in Tokyo
Exploring Shin-Okubo, a neighbourhood in Shinjuku that's known as Tokyo's Koreatown. Recently, it's evolved into a bustling multicultural community with residents from across Asia.
en
19:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
19:15
Direct Talk
Keiko Ziak is a co-founder of Obon Society whose mission is to return flags which belonged to Japanese soldiers who died in World War II. She tells us why the wounds of war are finally being healed.
en
19:30
Grand Sumo Highlights
Featuring all top-division bouts from May 20, Day 11 of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo.
en
19:57
Sumopedia
This episode gives all the information you need to know about seeing Grand Sumo, the prestigious tournament in Japan.
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20:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
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20:15
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
Anime Sanctuaries
Featuring the long running series `Love Live!' and its setting - Akihabara in Tokyo.
en
20:45
Magical Japanese
Poet and translator Peter MacMillan talks about the idea of the bow and arrow in Japanese culture and how they have deep connections to the spiritual world.
en
20:55
Core Kyoto Mini
On February 3, the Lunar New Year's Eve, various rites are held to expel calamity and welcome good fortune in the coming year.
en
21:00
Newsroom Tokyo
Comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
en
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.
en
21:40
Direct Talk
An in-depth interview program featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis. This time, featuring Rosa Brooks, a police reformer and law professor.
en
21:55
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.
en
22:00
Today's Close-Up
Explores fake investment advertisements on social media in Japan that take advantage of the current investment boom and looks at potential measures, creating against those scams.
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22:30
Frontrunners
A look at the life and work of Doctor Minamitani Kaori, head of a pioneering medical centre in Osaka that is leading the way in providing care to patients from overseas with limited Japanese skills.
en
23:00
NHK Newsline
Hourly news updates featuring current affairs, business news, financial updates and global weather forecasts.
en
23:18
Newsline Biz
Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from expert guests at the studio.
en
23:30
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Schools of nishin, or Pacific herring, enter Japan's cooler northern waters in spring. Once a lucrative part of local economies, the fish remains a staple ingredient in various Japanese dishes.
en