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Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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!

Rarely seen. Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

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

The latest up-to-date weather information.

A documentary following families which have started to have a puppy as a pet.

The show is MC-ed by comedian Hiroiki Ariyoshi, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time.

Japan boasts a wide variety of fresh produce and quality food. Find out how and where it's all made. Plus: master chefs reveal their special recipes!

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

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.

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

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

After ordering Narimasa to commit seppuku for inciting an uprising, Hideyoshi issues a nationwide sword hunt to prevent further unrest.

Explore a fresh style of mountain travel, from scenic trails and stunning views to outdoor lunches and hut stays, with expert guides selecting five must-visit spots on each mountain.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year.

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.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

Comedian Tamori takes you on a tour across the country to offer a glimpse of history hidden in modern scenes.

In every era, there are always those take on challenges. The documentary delivers passion and courage right to you.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

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

Saturday Drama, a time slot that continues to present dramas which reflect contemporary society while offering strong entertainment value, returns as part of the new season lineup.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

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.

Explore a fresh style of mountain travel, from scenic trails and stunning views to outdoor lunches and hut stays, with expert guides selecting five must-visit spots on each mountain.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

Nyan-chu, a cat from the earth, introduces human lives and cultures to the aliens in outer space.

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

Self-taught artists are gaining respect globally. In Japan, such artists are making career-defining works, but few art fans or curators know them.

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year.

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.

In every era, there are always those take on challenges. The documentary delivers passion and courage right to you.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

In this warmhearted Edo-period drama, carefree eccentric Haguregumo transforms the lives of his family and neighbors through humor, kindness, and encounters with historical figures.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

The latest up-to-date 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.

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 weather information.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

Facing redundancy, pharmaceutical worker Seiichi Aoyagi must make a company-sponsored year-end ballet show a success. Despite having no ballet experience, he takes on the challenge using a diary.

Let's look into the world of Ukiyoe to learn how people lived in Edo period!

This music program features beloved Japanese songs - timeless classics that have captured the nation's hearts and continue to be cherished across generations.

Comedy skits depicting joys and sorrows of life will be presented in omnibus formats.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year.

The show is MC-ed by comedian Hiroiki Ariyoshi, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time.

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

Rarely seen. Up-close with some of the planet's most amazing animals. Enter a world of unique creatures from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

Nobunaga presents the Fujito Stone-known as the 'Stone of the Ruler'-to Yoshiaki. However, Yoshiaki has begun to realize that his vision for the future is drifting apart from Nobunaga's.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

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

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!

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

Let's look into the world of Ukiyoe to learn how people lived in Edo period!

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

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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 weather information.

In every era, there are always those take on challenges. The documentary delivers passion and courage right to you.

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

Ambitious Eriko is close to earning a board promotion when an anonymous threat forces her to confront deep-rooted workplace problems and the pain they have caused.

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.

This series features the best of entertainment in a superb line-up of documentaries.

Mineko, a girl from Ibaraki, moves to Tokyo for work during Japan's economic boom. Beginning with the 1964 Olympics, the drama follows her eventful journey and personal growth.

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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 weather information.

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.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

Each episode focuses on a word as a theme, exploring its meaning and history while discovering the charm of Japanese language.

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.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

We asked scholars of uncommon fields to share the videos of the latest findings. Enjoy an entertainment show full of amazement!

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.

In Hasami, porcelain painter Aoko clashes with Tatsuki, a solitary potter from Finland who rejects decoration. Offended at first, she gradually becomes captivated by his creations.

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 weather information.

An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world.

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.

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.

This program is a practical listening course designed to help you understand fast-paced real English that you encounter when traveling abroad.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

This program targets children aged 4 and 5, with an emphasis on education related to health, human relationships, environment, language and expressions to nurture their creativity.

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

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

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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.

We asked scholars of uncommon fields to share the videos of the latest findings. Enjoy an entertainment show full of amazement!

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year.

Learn useful tips on gardening.

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

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

Inspired by novelist Uno Chiyo, the drama follows Hano Tama as she overcomes war, disaster, troubled relationships and poverty to pursue freedom and become a celebrated writer.

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