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The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

After losing her father and brother at a young age, Sachi (Koshiba Fuka) left home to work as a servant at Isuzuya, a kimono retailer in Osaka, where she discovered her talent for business and began pursuing commerce―a path long closed to women. Overcoming many challenges, she rose to become the female proprietor, drawing on her curiosity, wisdom, and the support of those around her.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Enjoy the Japanese natural beauties and the many creatures which habitat there and discover the irreplaceable importance of nature.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A journey to the different places around Japan.

Amid the issues that regional communities face, local people are rethinking about traditional values and exploring new ways to live together beyond generations. This is a travel documentary visiting affectionate lives of this country.

Children can learn the enjoyment of designing and the process of envisioning designs.

Experts in different fields, not restricting to politics or economics, will get to the heart of a certain subject making headline news in Japan.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Introduce selected news and other information programs related to disasters and reconstructions with experts' comments. The program also focuses on ongoing projects to protect communities from disasters.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Tachibana Misaki (Kurashina Kana), who has earned a reputation as a top fashion photographer, has recently started noticing a slight decline in her vision. After undergoing a thorough examination, she receives an unexpected diagnosis. Exhausted by the fatal situation in her career, Misaki receives a letter from her sister saying she wants to meet her. She returns to her hometown after 18 years.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Each week, a particular sweet and its recipe will be introduced along with various topics about the sweet.

Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

Curious fairies "Nosy" create unique works using their imaginations, inspired by interesting phenomena and materials they found in the world of humans. Let’s express your idea through creation with Nosy, as you think and explore.

Who is Japan's most popular comedian among children? This is a comedy battle in which 80 elementary students decide the winner by tossing balls to the basket of their favorite performer.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

The series explores the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia, including Japan.

After revising the "Yoshiwara Saiken," Tsutaju rushes around collecting funds from prostitutes and working on creating a new book. Surugaya Ichiemon (Takahashi Katsumi), unable to forgive Tsutaju, becomes furious and kicks him out of the house. However, Tsutaju does not give up bookmaking and visits the artist Kitao Shigemasa (Hashimoto Atsushi).

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Tachibana Misaki (Kurashina Kana), who has earned a reputation as a top fashion photographer, has recently started noticing a slight decline in her vision. After undergoing a thorough examination, she receives an unexpected diagnosis. Exhausted by the fatal situation in her career, Misaki receives a letter from her sister saying she wants to meet her. She returns to her hometown after 18 years.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Based on letters sent in by viewers, actor Hino Shohei goes on a bicycle journey across Japan in search for the unforgettable sceneries deeply engraved in their hearts.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Wraps-up Sunday's sporting events with a guest commentator for an easy-to-understand approach to sports news.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown.

Cockroaches, Carbon dioxide, Unwanted hair... Villains are anathema to the public as being "dirty, noxious, and ugly." But even villains have a point they want you to hear! In this program, we look at their amazing abilities revealed by the latest research, as well as the real villains, who are actually a little bit fascinating!

A scientific information program which explains the latest research, disasters and accidents from scientific aspects with a virtual set in the studio.

A variety program exploring the mysterious world of fish with the fish expert Sakana-kun.

An informational entertainment program targeting people in their 20s and 30s. Making full use of drama-style presentation and visualization techniques, the program explains complex social phenomena in a simple easy to understand manner.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Project X returns for the first time in 18 years. The former series featured people involved in project related to the Japanese industry and contemporary history. The new series focuses on people in the "Lost Era" following the collapse of the bubble economy. In every era, there are always those take on challenges. Even without receiving praise or being in the spotlight, some dedicate themselves t

Introducing a variety of Omusubi (rice balls) that can be found in different parts of Japan, with introduction of their origins and ideas of how to eat them.

Explore the unknown charms of the Tohoku region of northern Japan.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Learn useful tips on gardening.

Offering tips on growing flowers and greens through an animated short story.

Specialists from different fields will make commentaries on current event issues.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

Each episode focuses on a word as a theme, exploring its meaning and history while discovering the charm of Japanese language. The program also features dance performances of quotes from the world’s great figures, visits schools to interact with children, and introduces classical performing arts and songs, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.

Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Veteran rakugo storyteller Shofukutei Tsurube travels across Japan with a personality, introducing families they meet along the way.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program.

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

The challenges we face today are similar to what our forerunners went through. The program searches for clues to solve problems, utilizing the wisdoms of historical figures.

A series of drama with casts in the spotlight, for the end of your day.

Enjoy an unprecedented interview program hosted by two mole puppets. Guests who can't show their faces in public will also appear as puppets and answer plainly to delicate questions one after another.

NHK news commentators give their views on current issues.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available)

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Tips on cooking for beginners.

Tips on cooking for beginners.

Tips on cooking for beginners.

Experts give advice to the questions and troubles from viewers about child-rearing.

Each week, a particular sweet and its recipe will be introduced along with various topics about the sweet.

A program introducing Japanese comic narratives performed by well-known comic storytellers.

Let’s learn simple and easy-to-remember phrases, looking at a modern Europe that cherishes its history and traditions while pursuing a lifestyle that fits its stature. Furthermore, we explore tips for "happiness" and various forms of "joy" through the unique European way of thinking and values behind their languages and lifestyles.

A new type of English lesson that improves your English conversational skills in only 10 minutes a day using selected essential phrases from a database of over 100 million sample conversations by native English speakers.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A dietary education program introducing tips for cooking and knowledge of ingredients while enjoying singing and dancing with humorous animation.

In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A heroine born into a kimono store family in Kishiwada, Osaka, holds admiration for clothing and discovers a sewing machine. Despite her father’s opposition, she is undeterred and pursues her passion for dressmaking. She opens a store at age 20 and gets married, but her husband dies in the war. The story depicts the life of a powerful woman who becomes a pioneer of Japan’s fashion design while ove

Veteran rakugo storyteller Shofukutei Tsurube travels across Japan with a personality, introducing families they meet along the way.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Veteran rakugo storyteller Shofukutei Tsurube travels across Japan with a personality, introducing families they meet along the way.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Enjoy an unprecedented interview program hosted by two mole puppets. Guests who can't show their faces in public will also appear as puppets and answer plainly to delicate questions one after another.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Enjoy learning various kinds of hobbies lectured by a master of the field. A new theme will be introduced every two months.

Specialists from different fields will make commentaries on current event issues.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

Children search for wonders worldwide and challenge themselves to communicate with foreigners in English through puppet shows, games, animation, and more. Have fun and learn English naturally with a witch, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu!

Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

The best of the singers will perform on the gorgeous stage with relays from various places in Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program.

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

A series of drama with casts in the spotlight, for the end of your day.

Let’s enjoy learning about society with a new educational variety show suitable for children and adults!

NHK news commentators give their views on current issues.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available)

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An information program for people in their 50s and 60s providing tips on how to have a fulfilling second life.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

The program introduces various Tanka created by viewers while learning and having fun with engaging guests.

Let’s learn simple and easy-to-remember phrases, looking at a modern Europe that cherishes its history and traditions while pursuing a lifestyle that fits its stature. Furthermore, we explore tips for "happiness" and various forms of "joy" through the unique European way of thinking and values behind their languages and lifestyles.

A new type of English lesson that improves your English conversational skills in only 10 minutes a day using selected essential phrases from a database of over 100 million sample conversations by native English speakers.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A dietary education program introducing tips for cooking and knowledge of ingredients while enjoying singing and dancing with humorous animation.

In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A heroine born into a kimono store family in Kishiwada, Osaka, holds admiration for clothing and discovers a sewing machine. Despite her father’s opposition, she is undeterred and pursues her passion for dressmaking. She opens a store at age 20 and gets married, but her husband dies in the war. The story depicts the life of a powerful woman who becomes a pioneer of Japan’s fashion design while ove

The best of the singers will perform on the gorgeous stage with relays from various places in Japan.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Let’s enjoy learning about society with a new educational variety show suitable for children and adults!

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Enjoy learning various kinds of hobbies lectured by a master of the field. A new theme will be introduced every two months.

Specialists from different fields will make commentaries on current event issues.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

Artist Inoue Ryo presents stories inspired by world art masterpieces through his unique songs and animations.

Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program.

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

A historical documentary program starring an actor Sato Jiro as a boss of a history detective agency. Conducting on-site investigations and scientific simulations, Jiro and his detective team dig into and uncover the truth from historic mystery.

A series of drama with casts in the spotlight, for the end of your day.

NHK unseals and provides treasured video archives back to back.  They are unique but full of "natural" human life scene pictures.  Enjoy the heritage video clips with laughter and tears!

NHK news commentators give their views on current issues.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available)

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Offering tips on how to take most appropriate option when one becomes ill by referring examples.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

Focusing on enjoying Haiku, the program will introduce the various Haiku created by viewers.

Let’s learn simple and easy-to-remember phrases, looking at a modern Europe that cherishes its history and traditions while pursuing a lifestyle that fits its stature. Furthermore, we explore tips for "happiness" and various forms of "joy" through the unique European way of thinking and values behind their languages and lifestyles.

A new type of English lesson that improves your English conversational skills in only 10 minutes a day using selected essential phrases from a database of over 100 million sample conversations by native English speakers.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A dietary education program introducing tips for cooking and knowledge of ingredients while enjoying singing and dancing with humorous animation.

In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks. Get to know useful travel tips!

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A heroine born into a kimono store family in Kishiwada, Osaka, holds admiration for clothing and discovers a sewing machine. Despite her father’s opposition, she is undeterred and pursues her passion for dressmaking. She opens a store at age 20 and gets married, but her husband dies in the war. The story depicts the life of a powerful woman who becomes a pioneer of Japan’s fashion design while ove

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view.

NHK unseals and provides treasured video archives back to back.  They are unique but full of "natural" human life scene pictures.  Enjoy the heritage video clips with laughter and tears!

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Two people who live in "different worlds" ― one physically impaired and unimpaired ― and who have never met before, embark on a journey of three days and two nights. Will their world expand? This documentary provides an opportunity to think about diversity.

Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

This program solves little mysteries we encounter in the town every day, making use of time-warping and clairvoyant power of the special goggle 'city-scope'.

Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

A unique theater show in which the showman chooses one item of the world and presents how to use or operate it with some surprising facts and useful tips that might 'update' your life.

Lunch ON! offers insights into working people of all kinds, by looking at their lunch. Discover what they eat as they strive to reach new heights!

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program.

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

The music program, hosted by Oizumi Yo, presents the greatest hits of J-pop from the 1960s to the present with high-quality sound and footage.

A series of drama with casts in the spotlight, for the end of your day.

An informational program that reveals Japan as it is by following incidents posted on local media such as local newspapers and business presses.

NHK news commentators give their views on current issues.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available)

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The program introduces Japanese Traditional Performing Arts at a polite yet good pace to those who find them hard to approach. Familiarize yourself with the finest Japanese performing arts through talks from a beginner point of view while explaining a theme in an easy-to-understand way each time.

A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing.

A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing.

A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

An up-to-date information on the recent matches of the Shogi competitions along with easy to understand explanation on the various moves and techniques.

A series portraying deep bonds between cat-loving writers and their pet cats through their daily lives with newly written novels.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Each episode focuses on a word as a theme, exploring its meaning and history while discovering the charm of Japanese language. The program also features dance performances of quotes from the world’s great figures, visits schools to interact with children, and introduces classical performing arts and songs, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.

In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

A unique theater show in which the showman chooses one item of the world and presents how to use or operate it with some surprising facts and useful tips that might 'update' your life.

Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

A video collection of heartwarming and rarely seen moments captured by zoo staff.

A heroine born into a kimono store family in Kishiwada, Osaka, holds admiration for clothing and discovers a sewing machine. Despite her father’s opposition, she is undeterred and pursues her passion for dressmaking. She opens a store at age 20 and gets married, but her husband dies in the war. The story depicts the life of a powerful woman who becomes a pioneer of Japan’s fashion design while ove

A historical documentary program starring an actor Sato Jiro as a boss of a history detective agency. Conducting on-site investigations and scientific simulations, Jiro and his detective team dig into and uncover the truth from historic mystery.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting.

The series explores the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia, including Japan.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

A video collection of heartwarming and rarely seen moments captured by zoo staff.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

A Heisei youth graffiti drama, in which the heroine Yoneda Yui (Hashimoto Kanna), born in the first year of the Heisei era, connects people's hearts to the future as a nutritionist. Always cherishing her individuality, she sometimes struggles, but powerfully and joyfully pushes through the turbulent Heisei and Reiwa eras.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

If you have any interests in Chinese community, join us to study the Chinese language!

Let's connect with people around the world using elementary-level English!

Explore the unknown charms of the Tohoku region of northern Japan.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

As different colors, blue and yellow can make green by getting together, similarly different lives can coexist by helping each other. This is a program to develop the mind of living together.

Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

A program probing into the truth behind the news related to the Tokyo Metropolitan area.

Let's learn trivia of things we do unconsciously in our daily lives with 'Chiko-chan,' a five-year-old virtual girl who asks adults simple questions one after another!

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program.

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.

A close-up look at cities worldwide, as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path, meet ordinary people, and enjoy a travel experience that only possible on foot.

NHK news commentators give their views on current issues.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available)

Learn useful tips on gardening.

An up-to-date information on the recent matches of the Go competitions along with easy to understand explanation on the various moves and techniques.

This is a lecture program in which top runners in various fields as lecturers speak professionally and uniquely on themes that "must be shared now more than ever". What is the "unshakable intellect" that they have arrived at by overcoming the anxieties and setbacks of their youth? Every month, we invite participants to join us for live online lectures.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Children search for wonders worldwide and challenge themselves to communicate with foreigners in English through puppet shows, games, animation, and more. Have fun and learn English naturally with a witch, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu!

In this program, children around the age of 4 can experience the pleasure of playing with friends, the wonder of life, the joy of doing thigs by themselves, and consideration for others, all while having fun through various discoveries.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

This program solves little mysteries we encounter in the town every day, making use of time-warping and clairvoyant power of the special goggle 'city-scope'.

A heroine born into a kimono store family in Kishiwada, Osaka, holds admiration for clothing and discovers a sewing machine. Despite her father’s opposition, she is undeterred and pursues her passion for dressmaking. She opens a store at age 20 and gets married, but her husband dies in the war. The story depicts the life of a powerful woman who becomes a pioneer of Japan’s fashion design while ove

Introducing a variety of Omusubi (rice balls) that can be found in different parts of Japan, with introduction of their origins and ideas of how to eat them.

Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

A unique theater show in which the showman chooses one item of the world and presents how to use or operate it with some surprising facts and useful tips that might 'update' your life.

Let's learn trivia of things we do unconsciously in our daily lives with "Chiko-chan," a five-year-old virtual girl who asks adults simple questions one after another!

An informational entertainment program targeting people in their 20s and 30s. Making full use of drama-style presentation and visualization techniques, the program explains complex social phenomena in a simple easy to understand manner.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

The show is MC-ed by comedian Ariyoshi Hiroiki, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time. The mascot character "Kaneo-kun" (voice of Nobu, of comedy duo Chidori), who loves money, visits various places, including popular visiting locations, and looks into different phenomena to learn how money plays a role. The undertaking help unravel unexpected trends in society. The progra

A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting.

A documentary program targeting the younger generation, who are turning away from TV, produced and directed by young creators.

Outsider artists are gaining recognition around the world. Although they create mainly for themselves, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

An entertainment program visiting small and large factories to discover the latest science, hidden artisanship, and enthusiastic people that support traditions of Japanese manufacture.

Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

An informational program that reveals Japan as it is by following incidents posted on local media such as local newspapers and business presses.

This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate.

NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way.

Project X returns for the first time in 18 years. The former series featured people involved in project related to the Japanese industry and contemporary history. The new series focuses on people in the "Lost Era" following the collapse of the bubble economy. In every era, there are always those take on challenges. Even without receiving praise or being in the spotlight, some dedicate themselves t

The show is MC-ed by comedian Ariyoshi Hiroiki, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time. The mascot character "Kaneo-kun" (voice of Nobu, of comedy duo Chidori), who loves money, visits various places, including popular visiting locations, and looks into different phenomena to learn how money plays a role. The undertaking help unravel unexpected trends in society. The progra

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

A Saturday night show presents the latest news on domestic and foreign affairs with reliable coverage and innovative presentation.

A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting.

The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information.

This live entertainment show delivers the latest music performances and information, and also connects with the audience making full use of social media.

Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown.