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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.

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!

Haiku poet Natsui Itsuki sets "Haiku Post" across Japan, and receives "your piece of Haiku"! She selects unique works from among them, and invites the authors of those haiku to share their intentions, memories, and life stories. ROLAND, the King of the Hosts, accompanies her as a partner on the trip.

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

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

A telephone booth known as the "Phone of the Wind" stands on a hill in northern Japan. It is not connected, but many people come here to "call" their loved ones lost in the 2011 tsunami.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Haiku poet Natsui Itsuki sets "Haiku Post" across Japan, and receives "your piece of Haiku"! She selects unique works from among them, and invites the authors of those haiku to share their intentions, memories, and life stories. ROLAND, the King of the Hosts, accompanies her as a partner on the trip.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English).

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.

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

Project X returns for the first time in 18 years. The former series featured people involved in project related to the Japanese industry and contemporary history. The new series focuses on people in the "Lost Era" following the collapse of the bubble economy. In every era, there are always those take on challenges. Even without receiving praise or being in the spotlight, some dedicate themselves t

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.

NHK Special's iconic series "Unsolved Cases" becomes a standalone program! Through in-depth investigations, the series explores a wide range of cases—from historic incidents that shook society to mysterious local crimes that cast long shadows over communities, both in Japan and abroad. Each episode reveals the enduring impact of these cases on contemporary society and uncovers valuable lessons for

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

This live entertainment show delivers the latest music performances and information, and also connects with the audience making full use of social media.

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

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Discover the magnetism of charismatic Japanese entertainers.

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.

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 telephone booth known as the "Phone of the Wind" stands on a hill in northern Japan. It is not connected, but many people come here to "call" their loved ones lost in the 2011 tsunami.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

Project X returns for the first time in 18 years. The former series featured people involved in project related to the Japanese industry and contemporary history. The new series focuses on people in the "Lost Era" following the collapse of the bubble economy. In every era, there are always those take on challenges. Even without receiving praise or being in the spotlight, some dedicate themselves t

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

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.

Six months after the Great East Japan Earthquake, one hundred children from the affected areas recorded video letters capturing life in temporary housing, memories of lost family members, disrupted schooling, and their feelings toward hometowns turned into evacuation zones. Fifteen years on, the program revisits them to see what those who experienced the disaster at such formative ages think and f

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.

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

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

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo.

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.

The documentary focuses on various social issues, aiming to be a "library for hearts" by providing tips for thoughtful reflection.

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English).

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.

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.

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.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Wraps-up Sunday's sporting events with a guest commentator for an easy-to-understand approach to sports news.

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! In this program, we look at their amazing abilities revealed by the latest research, as well as the real villains, who are actually a little bit fascinating!

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

A program probing into the truth behind the news related to the Tokyo Metropolitan area.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

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.

Project X returns for the first time in 18 years. The former series featured people involved in project related to the Japanese industry and contemporary history. The new series focuses on people in the "Lost Era" following the collapse of the bubble economy. In every era, there are always those take on challenges. Even without receiving praise or being in the spotlight, some dedicate themselves t

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'.

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.

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.

Learn useful tips on gardening.

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

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

Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English).

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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