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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
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    <title lang="zh">Hometown Stories</title>
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    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Satoyama Kitchen</title>
    <desc>At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.</desc>
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    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Magical Japanese</title>
    <desc>We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Easy Japanese</title>
    <desc>#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and 'made onegai-shimasu'.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Culture Crossroads</title>
    <desc>This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements for the Tokyo Olympics and disaster preparedness.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Hello! NHK World-Japan</title>
    <desc>We introduce two brand-new English-language programmes, 'The Factory Wonders' and 'Backstage Japan,' which will be screened regularly from April 2026.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Newsroom Tokyo</title>
    <desc>This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Direct Talk</title>
    <desc>Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK World Selection</title>
    <desc>A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Ukiyo-e Edo-Life</title>
    <desc>Mornings begin early for fishmongers and vegetable peddlers at Nihonbashi Bridge for a reason - they are not going to bow to the lord's procession in this bustling scene from everyday Edo life.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Today's Close-Up</title>
    <desc>Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Seasoning the Seasons</title>
    <desc>This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407043000 +0000" stop="20260407050000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Medical Frontiers</title>
    <desc>Japan is a world leader in health care; this programme explores cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies and tips for a healthy lifestyle.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life</title>
    <desc>Japan has a long history of natural disasters - Bosai explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Impacts: Climates Change the World</title>
    <desc>The entire Earth is affected by climate change occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before - this programme uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Time-Lapse Japan Izumo</title>
    <desc>Known as the 'home of the gods', Izumo fascinated Lafcadio Hearn, a writer from Ireland - with beautiful time-lapse footage, we introduce his life in Japan and the region that captured his heart.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Magical Japanese</title>
    <desc>We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Easy Japanese</title>
    <desc>#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and 'made onegai-shimasu'.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407064500 +0000" stop="20260407065500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Culture Crossroads</title>
    <desc>This programme provides information for a multicultural society - we cover interesting topics from various angles such as Japanese local movements for the Tokyo Olympics and disaster preparedness.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407065500 +0000" stop="20260407070000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Hello! NHK World-Japan</title>
    <desc>We introduce two brand-new English-language programmes, 'The Factory Wonders' and 'Backstage Japan,' which will be screened regularly from April 2026.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Hometown Stories</title>
    <desc>Stories about people, stories about life - intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching the lives of others.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407075700 +0000" stop="20260407080000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Satoyama Kitchen</title>
    <desc>At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407083000 +0000" stop="20260407090000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Journeys in Japan</title>
    <desc>English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef</title>
    <desc>Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407103000 +0000" stop="20260407110000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Document 72 Hours</title>
    <desc>The only supermarket in Nishiwaga in Iwate Prefecture is stocked with a dazzling array of products - we spend three days meeting customers as they trek through heavy snowfall to visit this food hub.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407113000 +0000" stop="20260407120000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Medical Frontiers</title>
    <desc>Japan is a world leader in health care; this programme explores cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies and tips for a healthy lifestyle.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407120000 +0000" stop="20260407123000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407123000 +0000" stop="20260407124500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Activate Your Japanese!</title>
    <desc>Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407124500 +0000" stop="20260407125500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Dig More Japan!</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan broadcasts a variety of programmes with over 50 titles. This programme 'Dig More Japan' will extract the essence of these programmes and further deepen the charm of Japanese culture.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef mini</title>
    <desc>Featured recipe: Yaki-udon with Yuzukosho. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407130000 +0000" stop="20260407133000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407133000 +0000" stop="20260407140000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Journeys in Japan</title>
    <desc>English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407140000 +0000" stop="20260407143000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Newsline Asia 24</title>
    <desc>This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef</title>
    <desc>Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407150000 +0000" stop="20260407153000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Newsline Asia 24</title>
    <desc>This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407153000 +0000" stop="20260407160000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Document 72 Hours</title>
    <desc>The only supermarket in Nishiwaga in Iwate Prefecture is stocked with a dazzling array of products - we spend three days meeting customers as they trek through heavy snowfall to visit this food hub.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407160000 +0000" stop="20260407163000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407163000 +0000" stop="20260407164500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Activate Your Japanese!</title>
    <desc>Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407164500 +0000" stop="20260407170000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life</title>
    <desc>Japan has a long history of natural disasters - Bosai explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407170000 +0000" stop="20260407173000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407173000 +0000" stop="20260407180000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Medical Frontiers</title>
    <desc>Japan is a world leader in health care; this programme explores cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies and tips for a healthy lifestyle.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407180000 +0000" stop="20260407183000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK News 7</title>
    <desc>An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Darwin's Amazing Animals</title>
    <desc>Two-meter-long dinosaurs terrorizing downtown Bangkok? Not exactly! Water monitors are indeed big but pose no threat if left alone. Join us as we discover how they've adapted to their urban kingdom!</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Time-Lapse Journey</title>
    <desc>Mount Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces - see the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Newsroom Tokyo</title>
    <desc>This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407192800 +0000" stop="20260407194300 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Direct Talk</title>
    <desc>Direct and in-depth interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407194300 +0000" stop="20260407195500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Magical Japanese</title>
    <desc>We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407195500 +0000" stop="20260407200000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Easy Japanese</title>
    <desc>#15 To the monkey hot spring, please. / To tell a taxi driver where you want to go, just say the destination and 'made onegai-shimasu'.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407200000 +0000" stop="20260407203000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Newsroom Tokyo</title>
    <desc>This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407203000 +0000" stop="20260407210000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef</title>
    <desc>Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407210000 +0000" stop="20260407213000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407213000 +0000" stop="20260407220000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Document 72 Hours</title>
    <desc>The only supermarket in Nishiwaga in Iwate Prefecture is stocked with a dazzling array of products - we spend three days meeting customers as they trek through heavy snowfall to visit this food hub.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407220000 +0000" stop="20260407223000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407223000 +0000" stop="20260407230000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Science View</title>
    <desc>All animals need sleep - explore why and how it evolved while also meeting the developer of an AI suitcase that helps the visually-impaired walk more freely.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260407233000 +0000" stop="20260408000000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Journeys in Japan</title>
    <desc>English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-07</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408000000 +0000" stop="20260408003000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408003000 +0000" stop="20260408004500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Activate Your Japanese!</title>
    <desc>Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408004500 +0000" stop="20260408005500 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Dig More Japan!</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan broadcasts a variety of programmes with over 50 titles. This programme 'Dig More Japan' will extract the essence of these programmes and further deepen the charm of Japanese culture.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408005500 +0000" stop="20260408010000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef mini</title>
    <desc>Featured recipe: Yaki-udon with Yuzukosho. Learn about easy, delicious, and healthy cooking with Chef Rika in five minutes!</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408010000 +0000" stop="20260408013000 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef</title>
    <desc>Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
  </programme>
  <programme channel="12051" start="20260408020000 +0000" stop="20260408022800 +0000">
    <title lang="zh">Newsroom Tokyo</title>
    <desc>This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <desc>A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Ukiyo-e Edo-Life</title>
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    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <desc>Dig deeper into current affairs with cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Document 72 Hours</title>
    <desc>The only supermarket in Nishiwaga in Iwate Prefecture is stocked with a dazzling array of products - we spend three days meeting customers as they trek through heavy snowfall to visit this food hub.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <desc>All animals need sleep - explore why and how it evolved while also meeting the developer of an AI suitcase that helps the visually-impaired walk more freely.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Journeys in Japan</title>
    <desc>English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">NHK Newsline</title>
    <desc>NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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    <title lang="zh">Dining with the Chef</title>
    <desc>Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito, Rika, and a lineup of master chefs share their unique approaches to Japanese cooking.</desc>
    <date>2026-04-08</date>
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