2024-11-13 02:00 News (B) 02:10 MIX Bijutune! Artist Inoue Ryo presents stories inspired by world art masterpieces through his unique songs and animations. 02:20 Peek-a-boo Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 02:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 Today's Close-up The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view. 03:57 The Complete Medical Checkup of Animals "Elephants" The program features Masu Taichi as the "chief researcher" of a fictional animal research institute. He and his colleagues conduct a thorough investigation of the bodies of animals, like human periodical health checkups, revealing the numerous "traces of 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News 845 Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 (B) NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 History Detective A historical documentary program starring an actor Sato Jiro as a boss of a history detective agency. Conducting on-site investigations and scientific simulations, Jiro and his detective team dig into and uncover the truth from historic mystery. 06:45 Night Drama Serial "Me and Future Me !?" Eps. 23 Igarashi Raito (Tsuna Keito), a municipal worker for 10 years, has lived a stable life under constant pressure to avoid making mistakes in a society where a misstep could trigger a public backlash. One day, a man claiming to be Raito himself and saying he 07:00 tiny desk concerts JAPAN All you need is a small desk and musical instruments. NHK is launching a Japanese version of the worldwide phenomenon "tiny desk concerts," originally pioneered by American public broadcaster NPR. Set in the actual offices of NHK, the series will breathe 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report 2024 An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available) 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Choices on How to Deal with Illness Offering tips on how to take most appropriate option when one becomes ill by referring examples. 09:15 Today's Cooking Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking. 09:40 Haiku Poetry Focusing on enjoying Haiku, the program will introduce the various Haiku created by viewers. 10:05 We Love Fluffy Animals Mini 10:10 Spanish in a Happy Mood 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. 10:30 Feeling English! Favorite Phrases Selected from Data 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. 10:40 News & Weather (R) The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 10:45 Go! Go! Cook R'n A dietary education program introducing tips for cooking and knowledge of ingredients while enjoying singing and dancing with humorous animation. 10:55 Kid's Discovery 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. 11:10 With Mother (R) This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:35 Journeys in Japan (B) 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! 12:03 Mini Program 12:05 Today's Close-up (R) The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view. 12:32 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 12:35 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho Highlights 13:00 Drama Serial "Carnation" Encore Eps. 45 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 13:15 The Complete Medical Checkup of Animals "Elephants" (R) The program features Masu Taichi as the "chief researcher" of a fictional animal research institute. He and his colleagues conduct a thorough investigation of the bodies of animals, like human periodical health checkups, revealing the numerous "traces of evolution" left on animal bodies. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 16:00 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 34 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. 16:15 asaichi Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public. 17:54 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 17:55 Exercise for Everyone An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 The Complete Medical Checkup of Animals "Elephants" (R) The program features Masu Taichi as the "chief researcher" of a fictional animal research institute. He and his colleagues conduct a thorough investigation of the bodies of animals, like human periodical health checkups, revealing the numerous "traces of evolution" left on animal bodies. 18:50 Today's Close-up (R) The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view. 19:17 Mini Program 19:20 tiny desk concerts JAPAN (R) All you need is a small desk and musical instruments. NHK is launching a Japanese version of the worldwide phenomenon "tiny desk concerts," originally pioneered by American public broadcaster NPR. Set in the actual offices of NHK, the series will breathe new life into music as artists perform in a setting that is anything but ordinary. 19:50 Songs for Everyone A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 19:56 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:20 Information Worth Knowing from the News Commentator Bureau The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner. 20:28 Mini Program 20:30 Drama Serial "Come Come Everybody" Encore PR 20:45 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 34 (R) 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. 21:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 21:05 News Around Japan Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan. 22:50 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 22:55 World Music Album A 5-minute music program introducing classical music. 23:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 23:10 Two for the Road Two people who live in "different worlds" ― one physically impaired and unimpaired ― and who have never met before, embark on a journey of three days and two nights. Will their world expand? This documentary provides an opportunity to think about diversity. 23:40 Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience. 23:45 Fun with Okinawa Dialects Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs. 23:50 Songs for Everyone (R) A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 23:55 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho at Fukuoka Kokusai Center (B) Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)
2024-11-14 02:00 News (B) 02:10 ANIPARA-- Animation and Para-Sports 02:15 Bijutune! 02:20 Peek-a-boo Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 02:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 The "Instruction Manual" Show "Anti-Aging Methods for Voice and Throat" 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. 04:15 Lunch ON! Lunch ON! offers insights into working people of all kinds, by looking at their lunch. Discover what they eat as they strive to reach new heights! 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News 845 Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 (B) NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 Deepest Japan Research Not only food, anime and traditional arts, now that all fronts of Japan have attracted foreign researchers’ attention! This program covered astonishing researches, which results in getting to know Japanese specificity that they didn’t even realize themselves. 06:29 Mini Program 06:45 Night Drama Serial "Me and Future Me !?" Eps. 24 Igarashi Raito (Tsuna Keito), a municipal worker for 10 years, has lived a stable life under constant pressure to avoid making mistakes in a society where a misstep could trigger a public backlash. One day, a man claiming to be Raito himself and saying he has come from the future, suddenly appears. The man predicts events in Raito’s future one after another―his dreams, work, friendships, relations 07:00 Tokoro-san's Pursuit of Truth Encore An informational program that reveals Japan as it is by following incidents posted on local media such as local newspapers and business presses. 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report 2024 An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available) 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Familiarization with Japanese Traditional Performing Arts 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. 09:00 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips mini A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing. 09:05 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips mini A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing. 09:10 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips mini A program offering helpful tips on child-rearing. 09:15 Today's Cooking Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking. 09:40 Shogi Focus 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. 10:10 Haru's Weekend at Japanese Old House Cafe 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. 10:35 Camera-eyed Japan 10:40 News & Weather (R) The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 10:45 Fun with Japanese (R) 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. 10:55 Kid's Discovery 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. 11:10 With Mother (R) This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:35 The "Instruction Manual" Show "Anti-Aging Methods for Voice and Throat" (R) 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. 12:20 Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN (R) Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience. 12:25 Rural Japan "Satoyama" 12:35 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho Highlights 13:00 Drama Serial "Carnation" Encore Eps. 46 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 13:15 History Detective "The Meiji Restoration" (R) A historical documentary program starring an actor Sato Jiro as a boss of a history detective agency. Conducting on-site investigations and scientific simulations, Jiro and his detective team dig into and uncover the truth from historic mystery. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 16:00 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 35 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. 16:15 asaichi Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public. 17:54 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 17:55 Exercise for Everyone An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 Saturday Drama "30 million" Eps. 6 (R) Sasaki Yuko (Adachi Yumi) works as a temporary employee at a call center, struggling with her mortgage and child-rearing. Despite her overbearing boss and uncertain future, she tries to make ends meet. Her husband Yoshimitsu (Aoki Munetaka) is optimistic but doesn’t earn much, which frustrates Yuko and her only joy is her son. One day, a misfortune strikes the Sasaki family, and a momentary lapse 18:55 Darwin's Amazing Animals "Urban Animals" (R) The series explores the amazing stories of animals in Africa, the Americas and Asia, including Japan. 19:23 HIMU-BUS! Part 14 (R) Himura Yuki, from comedy duo Bananaman, who has obtained a mid-sized motor vehicle license, visits "people in need of transportation" all over Japan. His beloved vehicle "Himu Bus" carries passengers and feelings to their destination. 19:50 Songs for Everyone A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 19:56 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:20 Bijutune! 20:25 RAMEN JAPAN 5min. 20:30 Drama Serial "Come Come Everybody" Encore PR 20:45 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 35 (R) 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. 21:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 21:05 News Around Japan Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan. 22:50 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 22:55 World Music Album A 5-minute music program introducing classical music. 23:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 23:10 Chinese Navi If you have any interests in Chinese community, join us to study the Chinese language! 23:30 Basic English Opens Door to the World Let's connect with people around the world using elementary-level English! 23:45 See, Learn, Explore--A Deep Travelogue in Tohoku Explore the unknown charms of the Tohoku region of northern Japan. 23:50 Songs for Everyone (R) A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 23:55 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho at Fukuoka Kokusai Center (B) Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)
2024-11-15 02:00 News (B) 02:10 Blue & Yellow 10min 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. 02:20 Peek-a-boo Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 02:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 Tokyo Local Information NETADORI! A program probing into the truth behind the news related to the Tokyo Metropolitan area. 03:57 Trivia Quizzes--You'll Get Scolded by Chiko-chan! 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! 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News 845 Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 (B) NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 The Comedy of LIFE "Autumn" Comedy skits depicting joys and sorrows of life will be presented in omnibus formats. 06:45 Game Genome "It Takes Two" Encore (R) Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries. 07:14 Mini Program 07:15 Magnificent Sight!--Mountain Lodges in Europe 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report 2024 An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available) 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Samurai Drama Selections "Kumokiri Nizaemon 6" Eps. 2 (R) 09:13 Mini Program 09:15 My Gardening (R) Learn useful tips on gardening. 09:40 Go Focus An up-to-date information on the recent matches of the Go competitions along with easy to understand explanation on the various moves and techniques. 10:10 NHK ACADEMIA This is a lecture program in which top runners in various fields as lecturers speak professionally and uniquely on themes that "must be shared now more than ever". What is the "unshakable intellect" that they have arrived at by overcoming the anxieties and setbacks of their youth? Every month, we invite participants to join us for live online lectures. 10:40 News & Weather (R) The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 10:45 Let's Enjoy English and Meets the World (R) 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! 10:55 Kid's Discovery 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. 11:10 With Mother (R) This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:35 Saturday Drama "30 million" (R) 12:25 City-Scope (R) 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'. 12:35 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho Highlights 13:00 Drama Serial "Carnation" Encore Eps. 47 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 13:15 NHK Regional Showcases 13:45 Local Exquisite Omusubi Introducing a variety of Omusubi (rice balls) that can be found in different parts of Japan, with introduction of their origins and ideas of how to eat them. 13:55 Fun with Okinawa Dialects (R) Get familiar with Okinawa dialects by listening to folk tales and children's songs. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:59 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 16:00 Drama Serial "Omusubi" 16:15 The "Instruction Manual" Show (R) 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. 17:00 Trivia Quizzes--You'll Get Scolded by Chiko-chan! (R) 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! 17:45 Correlation Diagram of the Complex Social Phenomena (R) An informational entertainment program targeting people in their 20s and 30s. Making full use of drama-style presentation and visualization techniques, the program explains complex social phenomena in a simple easy to understand manner. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 The Visualization Entertainment: Go! Kaneo-kun (R) The show is MC-ed by comedian Ariyoshi Hiroiki, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time. The mascot character "Kaneo-kun" (voice of Nobu, of comedy duo Chidori), who loves money, visits various places, including popular visiting locations, and looks into different phenomena to learn how money plays a role. The undertaking help unravel unexpected trends in society. The progra 18:38 Mini Program 18:40 NHK Special (R) A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting. 19:30 Documentary: 20 Minutes A documentary program targeting the younger generation, who are turning away from TV, produced and directed by young creators. 19:50 no art, no life Outsider artists are gaining recognition around the world. Although they create mainly for themselves, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work. 19:56 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:15 Exploring Factories An entertainment program visiting small and large factories to discover the latest science, hidden artisanship, and enthusiastic people that support traditions of Japanese manufacture. 20:40 Hello! NHK WORLD-JAPAN (R) Showcasing various programs and activities of NHK WORLD-JAPAN which provides the latest information on Japan and Asia to the global audience. 20:45 Drama Serial "Omusubi" (R) 21:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 21:05 Historical Drama "Dear Radiance" (R) 21:50 PREMIUM SELECTIONS Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown.
2024-11-16 00:00 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho at Fukuoka Kokusai Center (B) Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English) 02:00 News (B) The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 02:05 Tokoro-san's Pursuit of Truth An informational program that reveals Japan as it is by following incidents posted on local media such as local newspapers and business presses. 02:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 Project X: The Challengers-New Beginnings 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 04:15 The Visualization Entertainment: Go! Kaneo-kun The show is MC-ed by comedian Ariyoshi Hiroiki, who hosts an NHK program on a regular basis for the first time. The mascot character "Kaneo-kun" (voice of Nobu, of comedy duo Chidori), who loves money, visits various places, including popular visiting locations, and looks into different phenomena to learn how money plays a role. The undertaking help unravel unexpected trends in society. The progra 04:53 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:55 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 05:00 Saturday Watch 9 (B) A Saturday night show presents the latest news on domestic and foreign affairs with reliable coverage and innovative presentation. 06:00 Saturday Drama "30 million" 06:50 Mini Program 06:55 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:00 Venue101 This live entertainment show delivers the latest music performances and information, and also connects with the audience making full use of social media. 07:30 PREMIUM SELECTIONS Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown. 08:30 PROJECT ALIENS PA008 (R) How can people understand others with different values or thinking? This is an experimental documentary program in which four young people in alien avatars interact in a VR space, not knowing each other’s appearance or attributes. In their quest to travel to the moon together, they learn who they are and what difference they have with each other. 09:15 RAMEN JAPAN 15min. 09:30 Japanese Entertainment Encyclopedia Discover the magnetism of charismatic Japanese entertainers. 10:00 News & Weather (R) The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 10:05 no art, no life (R) Outsider artists are gaining recognition around the world. Although they create mainly for themselves, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work. 10:10 Deepest Japan Research (R) Not only food, anime and traditional arts, now that all fronts of Japan have attracted foreign researchers’ attention! This program covered astonishing researches, which results in getting to know Japanese specificity that they didn’t even realize themselves. 10:33 Mini Program 10:35 Mini Program 10:40 Nyan-chu! Space! Broadcasting! Nyan-chu, a cat from the earth, introduces human lives and cultures to the aliens in outer space. 11:10 With Mother (R) This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 11:35 The Last Lecture "Fukuoka Shin-Ichi" (R) Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries. 12:25 MIX Bijutune! (R) Artist Inoue Ryo presents stories inspired by world art masterpieces through his unique songs and animations. 12:35 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho Highlights 13:00 Drama Serial "Carnation" Encore Eps. 48 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 13:15 Win the Regular Program Slot! "Heat Talk Playback" (R) Chiyonofuji is a legendary Yokozuna, who bolstered the popularity of Sumo in Showa and Heisei Era. Behind the scenes of his glorious life in the ring, he suffered repeated crises; dislocated shoulder and death of beloved daughter... However, people were moved by the sight of Yokozuna gritting his teeth to overcome these crises. In this program, popular professional storyteller Kanda Aguri goes up 13:44 Mini Program 13:45 The First Train Stories 14:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 14:10 Samurai Drama Selections "Kumokiri Nizaemon 6" Eps. 3 A story about Kumokiri Nizaemon, a thief-of-all-time and the leader of a gang of thieves, who brilliantly steals an enormous sum of money from the rich by non-violent means without leaving any trace. 14:53 Weather The latest up-to-date weather information. 14:55 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:45 Natural Grandeur of the East Enjoy the Japanese natural beauties and the many creatures which habitat there and discover the irreplaceable importance of nature. 15:59 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 16:00 Gentle Journeys A journey to the different places around Japan. 16:25 Dear 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. 16:50 Design Ah! neo Children can learn the enjoyment of designing and the process of envisioning designs. 17:00 Sunday Debate Experts in different fields, not restricting to politics or economics, will get to the heart of a certain subject making headline news in Japan. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 Ideas to Protect Ourselves from Disasters 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. 18:50 100 Beautiful Mountains of Japan Mini 18:55 Songs for Everyone A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 19:00 Premium Drama "The Two in a Housing Complex" Eps. 10(Final) (R) In their 50s, single, and living in their family home, these two childhood friends were born in a housing complex. Even though their hearts are stirred, they are fine together. It’s a warm and humorous story of friendship, featuring the famous duo Koizumi Kyoko and Kobayashi Satomi. 19:50 Mini Program 19:56 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:15 NHK Amateur Singing Contest "Isesaki City, Gunma Prefecture" A very popular live program on a Sunday afternoon held at different towns and cities around Japan. Guest singers will also join in for support. 21:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 21:05 Songs of Japanese Spirit 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. 22:35 Gretel's Magical Oven (R) Each week, a particular sweet and its recipe will be introduced along with various topics about the sweet. 23:00 Sumo Inside Out "Part 27: Dashinage" Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown. 23:49 Mini Program
2024-11-17 00:00 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho at Fukuoka Kokusai Center (B) Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English) 02:00 News (B) The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 02:05 Document 72 Hours (R) This is an unusual program series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations. 02:35 Nosy's Inspiring Atelier 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. 02:50 Ball-Toss Comedy Contest Who is Japan's most popular comedian among children? This is a comedy battle in which 80 elementary students decide the winner by tossing balls to the basket of their favorite performer. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 NIJIUTA: Singing Japanese Nursery Rhymes Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries. 04:00 Historical Drama "Dear Radiance" Eps. 44 Murasaki Shikibu (Yoshitaka Yuriko), the heroine of this story, wrote the bestseller 'The Tale of Genji,' transcending a thousand years during the Heian period. She weaves the story of Hikaru Genji, fueled by her love for Fujiwara no Michinaga (Emoto Tasuku), with her hidden passion and incomparable imagination. It is a tale of a woman who lived with unchanging love in an ever-changing world. 04:45 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 05:00 NHK Special A documentary based on timely subjects famous for its dignity and in-depth reporting. 05:49 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 05:50 Premium Drama "Kiriko's Crime Diary" Eps. 1(New) Hitotsubashi Kiriko (Matsuzaka Keiko) is in deep sorrow. While it was hard enough to making her life living on her pension and part-time income, she is struck with a sense of emptiness and despair after the death of her best friend from an illness. One day, Kiriko is inspired by the words of an arrestee she saw on TV, who said, "I have no regrets in my life, and I committed the crime only to go to 06:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 06:45 Journey of the Heart Across Japan Based on letters sent in by viewers, actor Hino Shohei goes on a bicycle journey across Japan in search for the unforgettable sceneries deeply engraved in their hearts. 07:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 07:45 Sunday Sports News Wraps-up Sunday's sporting events with a guest commentator for an easy-to-understand approach to sports news. 08:35 NHK Amateur Singing Contest (R) A very popular live program on a Sunday afternoon held at different towns and cities around Japan. Guest singers will also join in for support. 09:20 News & Weather (R) The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 09:25 Songs for Everyone (R) A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 09:30 PREMIUM SELECTIONS Special programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries will be shown. 11:00 What the Villains Have to Say 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! 11:30 SCIENCE ZERO A scientific information program which explains the latest research, disasters and accidents from scientific aspects with a virtual set in the studio. 12:00 Fish Masters A variety program exploring the mysterious world of fish with the fish expert Sakana-kun. 12:30 Mini Program 12:35 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho Highlights 13:00 Historical Drama "Dear Radiance" (R) 13:45 Correlation Diagram of the Complex Social Phenomena An informational entertainment program targeting people in their 20s and 30s. Making full use of drama-style presentation and visualization techniques, the program explains complex social phenomena in a simple easy to understand manner. 14:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 15:00 News: Good Morning, Japan Fresh news and information to start off the morning. Specialized reporters and anchors will wake up the viewers with this live news program. 16:00 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 36 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. 16:15 asaichi Looking into topical information ranging from social issues to entertainment news through the eyes of the general public. 17:54 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 17:55 Exercise for Everyone An easy-to-do exercise program for everyone from children to the elderly. 18:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 18:05 Project X: The Challengers-New Beginnings (R) 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 18:50 Local Exquisite Omusubi (R) Introducing a variety of Omusubi (rice balls) that can be found in different parts of Japan, with introduction of their origins and ideas of how to eat them. 19:00 See, Learn, Explore--A Deep Travelogue in Tohoku (R) Explore the unknown charms of the Tohoku region of northern Japan. 19:05 Drama 10 "The Classroom Across the Universe" Eps. 6 (R) The story is set in a part-time high school in Shinjuku, Tokyo, where students of different ages and backgrounds, each with diverse circumstances, attend. Under the guidance of the mysterious science teacher Fujitake (Kubota Masataka), who was assigned to the school, they aim to present at an academic conference with an experiment to recreate a Mars crater in the classroom. However, many challenge 19:50 Songs for Everyone A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 19:56 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 20:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 20:20 Information Worth Knowing from the News Commentator Bureau The commentators present trending news, its background, and engaging information related to daily life in an easy-to -understand manner. 20:28 Mini Program 20:30 Drama Serial Encore 20:45 Drama Serial "Omusubi" Eps. 36 (R) 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. 21:00 News The latest up-to-date news from Tokyo. 21:05 News Around Japan Program introduces the latest news from all over Japan. 22:50 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 22:55 World Music Album A 5-minute music program introducing classical music. 23:00 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 23:10 My Gardening Learn useful tips on gardening. 23:35 Kyoto's Hidamariya Garden Shop Offering tips on growing flowers and greens through an animated short story. 23:40 Points at Issue Specialists from different fields will make commentaries on current event issues. 23:50 Songs for Everyone (R) A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen. 23:55 Grand Sumo Tournament Kyushu Basho at Fukuoka Kokusai Center (B) Enjoy sumo or Japanese wrestling live from four different cities, six times a year. (where applicable; main audio = Japanese, sub-audio = English)
2024-11-18 02:00 News (B) 02:10 Fun with Japanese 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. 02:20 Peek-a-boo Bringing out potential and capability of children aged 0 to 2 years by stimulating their feelings with pictures and sound. 02:35 With Mother This children's program includes a puppet show, cartoon, music, and gymnastics in which children can participate. 03:00 NHK News 7 (B) NHK's core news program wrapping up the day's events in an easy to understand way. 03:30 Today's Close-up The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK’s unique point of view. 03:57 Tsurube's Salute to Families Veteran rakugo storyteller Shofukutei Tsurube travels across Japan with a personality, introducing families they meet along the way. 04:43 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 04:45 NHK News 845 Today's latest metropolitan area news and weather information program. 05:00 News Watch 9 (B) NHK's mainstay evening news program. 06:00 The Fountain of Ancient Wisdom 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. 06:45 Night Drama Serial "Me and Future Me !?" Eps. 25 A series of drama with casts in the spotlight, for the end of your day. 07:00 Late Night Show with Nitty and Gritty 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. 07:30 News Commentary NHK news commentators give their views on current issues. 07:40 News & Weather The latest up-to-date news and nationwide weather information. 07:45 International News Report 2024 An international news program providing in-depth report on what is happening around the world. (Dual audio when available) 08:29 World Weather Weather information of the different areas around the world. 08:30 Cooking for Beginners Tips on cooking for beginners. 08:35 Cooking for Beginners Tips on cooking for beginners. 08:40 Cooking for Beginners Tips on cooking for beginners. 08:45 Child-Rearing Hints & Tips Experts give advice to the questions and troubles from viewers about child-rearing.