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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.

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.

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

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.

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

The program is for parents raising children from elementary to junior high school ages. Parenting problems are difficult to talk to Mom/Dad friends, but they can be serious problems for those involved. Sharing sympathetic voices and ideas gathered from parenting families across the country, we work together to find solutions.

People in the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto, often employ ambiguous ways of saying things. It is a part of their classic and deep culture. This program navigates Kyoto with unique viewpoints, uncovering the origin of its deep culture which cannot easily be observed if you visit there as a mere stranger.

Experience marvelous nature that you have never seen before. This program introduces ultimate forms of "great nature" including ground, ocean, and natural phenomena of the earth that existed from 4.6 billion years ago.

The show combines the passionate craft of a storyteller and valuable footage to depict admired heroes and moving stories.

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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.

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

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.

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 long-awaited eighth 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.

A journey to the different places around Japan.

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

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.

This music program features beloved Japanese songs — timeless classics that have captured the nation's hearts and continue to be cherished across generations.

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

The show features couples, parent and child, and friends talking about the different forms of happiness that they have discovered together throughout their life.

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.

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

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

Based on letters sent in by viewers, a traveler goes on a bicycle journey across Japan in search for the unforgettable sceneries deeply engraved in their hearts.

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

Weather information of the different areas around the world.

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

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

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

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.