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

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.

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.

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

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.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

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.

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.

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

Featuring locally produced programs rich in regional flavor.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

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.

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.

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

The 113th Drama Serial, inspired by the lives of Koizumi Setsu and Lafcadio Hearn also known as Koizumi Yakumo, portrays those who were left behind in the rapidly Westernizing Meiji era. At its heart is a woman captivated by ghost stories and her foreign-born husband. Together, they share a life that seems ordinary yet delightfully odd.

Japan's natural beauty is astonishing in its richness — from the sea to the mountains, from deep valleys to tranquil lakes. How were the breathtaking landscapes that captivate us created? Now, it's time to set out on a journey to uncover the secrets hidden deep within the earth.

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 new-style children's news program by Michopa and Sasaki Nozomi is born! It explains the news that children have questions about in an easy-to-understand way.

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.

The 113th Drama Serial, inspired by the lives of Koizumi Setsu and Lafcadio Hearn also known as Koizumi Yakumo, portrays those who were left behind in the rapidly Westernizing Meiji era. At its heart is a woman captivated by ghost stories and her foreign-born husband. Together, they share a life that seems ordinary yet delightfully odd.

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