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

This program enhances your daily life and provides useful information you can put into practice tomorrow.

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

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

A journey to the different places around Japan.

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.

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.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK's unique point of view.

The best of the singers will perform on the gorgeous stage with relays from various places in Japan.

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.

A 38 years-old single woman Mugimaki Satoko's life has completely changed after being diagnosed with a "lifelong" illness. She is forced to quit her job and finds an old housing complex with a monthly rent of 50,000 yen. With her landlord living next door and a sketchy cook, Satoko encounters "medicinal cuisine," a way of eating seasonal food to maintain bodily functions. A story that will warm yo

Amihama Nami (Maruyama Rei), a self-described "frank-mannered" woman, works at a publishing company. She is self-centered, never reflects on herself, and is a new kind of dark heroine who overcomes any difficulties with her amazing high self-esteem and positive thinking! This is a sympathetic comedy about her, who says what she thinks without hesitation, and adults who, in contrast to her, have co

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

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.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

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.

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.

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.

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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.

The best of the singers will perform on the gorgeous stage with relays from various places in Japan.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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.

The best of the singers will perform on the gorgeous stage with relays from various places in Japan.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK's unique point of view.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

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.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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.

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

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

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.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK's unique point of view.

A summit competition of spirited amateur ramen is held, where avid ramen fans make their own soup, noodles, and char siu by hand.

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.

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.

Amihama Nami (Maruyama Rei), a self-described "frank-mannered" woman, works at a publishing company. She is self-centered, never reflects on herself, and is a new kind of dark heroine who overcomes any difficulties with her amazing high self-esteem and positive thinking! This is a sympathetic comedy about her, who says what she thinks without hesitation, and adults who, in contrast to her, have co

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.

Offering tips on how to take most appropriate option when one becomes ill by referring examples.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

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.

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.

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.

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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 summit competition of spirited amateur ramen is held, where avid ramen fans make their own soup, noodles, and char siu by hand.

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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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.

A summit competition of spirited amateur ramen is held, where avid ramen fans make their own soup, noodles, and char siu by hand.

The program flexibly probes into a wide range of topics from the NHK's unique point of view.

A song program where children can sing along by reading the lyrics on the screen.

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.

In 1925, radio broadcasting was initiated in Japan and soon after, a program for English language learners began. This is a family drama depicting 100 years of three generations who lived with this English radio program; Yasuko who was born on the same day as the radio broadcasting started, her child Rui, and grandchild Hinata. Listening to the radio, these three heroines find their own ways of li

This is a story based on the lives of Yanase Takashi (Kitamura Takumi), the creator of "Anpanman," a famous Japanese anime character, and his wife Nobu (Imada Mio). It depicts how two individuals overcame countless hardships to create "Anpanman," embodying the idea of 'justice that never wavers,' and inspiring love and courage that make the joy of living well up from within.

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.

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.

Stimulating children's intellectual curiosity by observing similar animals and plants in nature.

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.

A video collection of heartwarming and rarely seen moments captured by zoo staff.

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

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'.

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 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.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

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.

Amihama Nami (Maruyama Rei), a self-described "frank-mannered" woman, works at a publishing company. She is self-centered, never reflects on herself, and is a new kind of dark heroine who overcomes any difficulties with her amazing high self-esteem and positive thinking! This is a sympathetic comedy about her, who says what she thinks without hesitation, and adults who, in contrast to her, have co

An informational program that reveals Japan as it is by following incidents posted on local media such as local newspapers and business presses.

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.