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Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

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

A fun ninja drama where parents and children can explore emotional growth together! The story follows Shinobi, an elementary school ninja, as she teams up with Popomaru -- the playful spirit of emotions -- to learn a creative way of understanding feelings and building positive relationships with those around her. Join her on an exciting journey to discover how to handle emotions with skill and joy

A journey to the different places around Japan.

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.

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

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.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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

NHK's mainstay evening news program.

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.

This high-quality educational program, hosted by Tokiwa Takako, is designed for middle-aged and senior viewers with more free time, exploring ways to enjoy a fulfilling adult life through various topics, including food, health, and lifestyle.

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.

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.

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.

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

Japanese ballet teacher Takao Michiko, known as the "Mother from Japan," is deeply respected in war-torn Ukraine. After surviving the Osaka air raids, she crossed the Iron Curtain in 1975 to connect with Kyiv's National Ballet School. Last summer, she brought five students from Kyiv to Japan for a joint performance in Kyoto — a testament to a lifetime spent standing with Ukraine through ballet.

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.

Interviewing public figures from various fields about their starting point and how it remains etched into their memory.

The latest up-to-date weather information.

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.

A major disruption is occurring on the Shiretoko Peninsula, known for its rich ecosystem linking sea and land. The Sea of Okhotsk is among the fastest-warming regions in the world. Declining drift ice, rivers losing their trout and salmon, the increasing number of Yezo deer, and even the fate of the brown bear—the apex of the ecosystem—are beginning to change dramatically. We delve into the wonder

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.

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.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

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.

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

This international edition, produced in collaboration with overseas broadcasters and filmed using cutting-edge technology, focuses on the untamed natural beauty of Iriomote Island in Okinawa. Through a fresh perspective, it captures the lives of rare species such as the crested serpent eagle and the ruddy kingfisher.

In the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa, including Ishigaki and Iriomote, a nature guide made an extraordinary discovery in March 2025: a cave inhabited by bats appearing to glow over their entire bodies. Believed to be the first such observation in Japan, the finding astonished researchers. How do these bats emit light, and what purpose might it serve? Specialists investigate the mystery of glowing bat

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

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

This high-quality educational program, hosted by Tokiwa Takako, is designed for middle-aged and senior viewers with more free time, exploring ways to enjoy a fulfilling adult life through various topics, including food, health, and lifestyle.

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

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.

A major disruption is occurring on the Shiretoko Peninsula, known for its rich ecosystem linking sea and land. The Sea of Okhotsk is among the fastest-warming regions in the world. Declining drift ice, rivers losing their trout and salmon, the increasing number of Yezo deer, and even the fate of the brown bear—the apex of the ecosystem—are beginning to change dramatically. We delve into the wonder

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 program explores the unknown world of heavy machinery around the globe. In this episode, machines harvest salt at a lake in Turkey, while marble extraction showcases spectacular teamwork. The program also features heavy machinery at work in disaster response, including giant ladder trucks and amphibious vehicles, as well as equipment used to dismantle offshore wind turbines.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

A major disruption is occurring on the Shiretoko Peninsula, known for its rich ecosystem linking sea and land. The Sea of Okhotsk is among the fastest-warming regions in the world. Declining drift ice, rivers losing their trout and salmon, the increasing number of Yezo deer, and even the fate of the brown bear—the apex of the ecosystem—are beginning to change dramatically. We delve into the wonder

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.

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.

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.