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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).

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The long-awaited seventh series of the Samurai Drama "Ooka Echizen," a story about Ooka Tadasuke, a famous town magistrate in the Edo Period, otherwise known as Ooka Echizen, who supported Tokugawa Yoshimune, the 8th shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

A man (Abe Hiroshi) who lost his family in the Great East Japan Earthquake works as a taxi driver. One night, a young girl who gets into his taxi hums a melody that brings back memories of his wife and child. Set in Ishinomaki City and Onagawa Town in Miyagi Prefecture, this story movingly portrays people striving to connect with their loved ones through music while honoring the repose of the depa

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 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.

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.

Actor Koyuki loves fermented food, visits grandmas throughout Japan who are experts in making fermented foods, and learns recipes for local dishes she wants to pass down for the future generations.

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.

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 and nationwide weather information.

Tsutaju is feeling down about the finalization of Segawa's redeem arrangement, but is ordered by elders to create a Nishikie for Segawa's last courtesan procession. In the process, he finds out that his books have been banned and discarded at bookstores across the Edo. Meanwhile in Edo Castle, the shogun Ieharu tells Tanuma Okitsugu about his plan to adopt Tanehime (Oda Ayu) and have her marry Iem

In central Sapporo, there is a piece of land cultivated by the Tondenhei (farmer soldiers) during the Meiji era, which was named "1000-banchi." Originally a primeval forest 150 years ago, it became the starting point of people's extraordinary destinies. This is a story about the "finite yet infinite value" surrounding the land.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

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.

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

Discover the magnetism of charismatic Japanese entertainers.

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

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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

Experience the cutting edge of Japanese entertainment as we turn the spotlight on virtual artists. This week, a virtual-reality idol group who aim to be the best in the world: enogu.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

The long-awaited seventh series of the Samurai Drama "Ooka Echizen," a story about Ooka Tadasuke, a famous town magistrate in the Edo Period, otherwise known as Ooka Echizen, who supported Tokugawa Yoshimune, the 8th shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate.

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.

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. Sh

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

A very popular live program on a Sunday afternoon held at different towns and cities around Japan. Guest singers will also join in for support.

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

Pre-recorded concert held at public halls and civic centers around Japan. The best of the singers will sing from good old Japanese songs to current popular songs and they also host the program.

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

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

A 5-minute music program introducing classical music.

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.

The story depicts the turbulent life of Tsutaya Juzaburo (Yokohama Ryusei), known as "Tsutaju", a man who laid the foundation for Japan's media industry and pop culture. Despite the close scrutiny of the shogunate, he relentlessly pursued humor and entertainment. This thrilling drama is filled with laughter, tears, and mystery.

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.

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.