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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.

There are various interesting laws and rules and philosophies hidden in our daily lives. This program introduces children to them and how to think.

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.

Let's learn about SDGs while singing along! A selected goal out of 17 will be introduced in each one-minute song with 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.

Let's cooperate with TV warriors and take on various missions to revive the symbol tree of “Geoworld,” a mysterious otherworldly realm rich in nature!

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.

Some scientists challenge human mysteries believed to be unsolvable, such as the red string of fate, supernatural powers, and lies. They are supported by empirical experiments. The entertainment program turns such scientific experiments into dramatic events, exploring human mysteries.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Shirai Aoi (Renbutsu Misako), a well-trained patissier, finally opened the pastry shop of her dreams in Osaka. However, the business does not do well, and she ends up having to close the shop. Then, Sadoya Manami (Nagasaku Hiromi), an eccentric culinary expert, appears and suggests opening a "pastry class for just one person" at the closed kitchen of Shirai's shop." Shirai reluctantly agrees to co

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.

Short program to introduce physical exercise for the young and old.

Difficult to understand medical care is easily explained in this program as well as tips on healthcare.

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

Some scientists challenge human mysteries believed to be unsolvable, such as the red string of fate, supernatural powers, and lies. They are supported by empirical experiments. The entertainment program turns such scientific experiments into dramatic events, exploring human mysteries.

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.

Some scientists challenge human mysteries believed to be unsolvable, such as the red string of fate, supernatural powers, and lies. They are supported by empirical experiments. The entertainment program turns such scientific experiments into dramatic events, exploring human mysteries.

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.

The light and easy talk show hosted by comedy duo Asagaya Shimai. Residents with different nationalities, ages, and genders of the 'Asagaya House', a fictional residence, talk about the current and familiar topics and may update your thinking.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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

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.

Let's learn about SDGs while singing along! A selected goal out of 17 will be introduced in each one-minute song with 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.

Let's cooperate with TV warriors and take on various missions to revive the symbol tree of “Geoworld,” a mysterious otherworldly realm rich in nature!

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.

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.

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.

Shirai Aoi (Renbutsu Misako), a well-trained patissier, finally opened the pastry shop of her dreams in Osaka. However, the business does not do well, and she ends up having to close the shop. Then, Sadoya Manami (Nagasaku Hiromi), an eccentric culinary expert, appears and suggests opening a "pastry class for just one person" at the closed kitchen of Shirai's shop." Shirai reluctantly agrees to co

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.

Cafe influencer Haru visits Japanese old house cafes around the country and finds secret stories about the town and people back in the old days.

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.

Short program to introduce physical exercise for the young and old.

Difficult to understand medical care is easily explained in this program as well as tips on healthcare.

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

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

She learned what it means to live from the animals― Set in the vast wilderness of Hokkaido, this awkward yet endearing coming-of-age story follows a girl who used to be socially withdrawn as she strives to become a veterinarian while facing the reality of life and death.

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

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 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.

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

Cafe influencer Haru visits Japanese old house cafes around the country and finds secret stories about the town and people back in the old days.

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

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.

Let's learn about SDGs while singing along! A selected goal out of 17 will be introduced in each one-minute song with 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.

Let's cooperate with TV warriors and take on various missions to revive the symbol tree of “Geoworld,” a mysterious otherworldly realm rich in nature!

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.

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.

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.