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NHK WORLD TV Programs aired in Japan

Some of the programs of NHK WORLD are available in Japan.

Broadcast schedules are indicated in JST. *Bilingal (English and Japanese)

  • NHK NEWSLINE
    NEWSLINE

    BS1 Tue. - Fri. 3:00-3:30 (JST)

    Broadcast every day, NEWSLINE provides detailed updates on the ever-changing news in an easy-to-follow manner, focusing mainly on Japan and other Asian countries. It also presents global weather forecasts and thorough coverage of business-related news.

  • ASIA 7 DAYS
    ASIA 7 DAYS

    BS1 Mon. 4:00 - 4:30 (JST)

    Asia is a region of multiple ethnicities, diverse cultures and social structures, and political systems at different stages of development. ASIA 7 DAYS examines major issues from the week's news.

  • JAPAN 7 DAYS
    JAPAN 7 DAYS

    BS1 Sun. 4:00 - 4:30 (JST)

    JAPAN 7 DAYS is a weekly news program that investigates what has been happening in Japan during the past week, and presents up-to-the-minute reports on Japanese politics, economy, society and culture.

  • ASIAN VOICES
    ASIAN VOICES
    *Bilingual(English and Japanese)

    Monthly broadcast BS1 Sat. 18:00 - 18:45 (JST)

    Home to 3.7 billion people, Asia is expected to play an ever-greater role in the international community. This program discusses global issues from the Asian perspective and transmits the voices of Asia to the world.

  • Japan Biz Cast
    Japan Biz Cast

    Digital Educational TV 3 Sun. 10:00 - 10:30 (JST)

    Japan Biz Cast is a magazine-style program that introduces emerging business trends and Japanese products in many fields, ranging from cars, electronics and foodstuffs to fashion and animation.

  • China Wow!
    China Wow!

    BS1 Mon. 16:00 - 16:30 (JST)

    China boasts a unique balance of centuries-old tradition and modern innovation. This program documents the joys and sorrows of Chinese people caught between these two worlds, as well as the lives of people struggling to preserve age-old customs.

  • J-MELO
    J-MELO

    General TV Mon. 0:20 - 0:50 (JST) (Japanese subtitle)

    Besides featuring the latest developments in Japanese music and a selection of hit songs, J-MELO presents diverse material from a wide range of genres, including pop, rock, jazz and classical.

  • BEGIN Japanology
    BEGIN Japanology
    *Bilingual(English and Japanese)

    BS1 Fri. 16:00 - 16:30 (JST)

    BEGIN Japanology invites you into the world of Japanese culture, both traditional and modern, explaining how traditions evolved and the part they still play today in people's everyday lives.

  • TOKYO EYE
    TOKYO EYE

    BS1 Tue. 16:00 - 16:30 (JST) *Bilingual(English and Japanese)
    ( Digital Educational TV 3 Sun. 10:30 - 11:00 (JST) *English only
    Re-broadcast of show from the 2009 Program Year     )

    TOKYO EYE introduces many fascinating aspects of contemporary Tokyo from the perspectives of both visitors and those who live in this diverse metropolis. Presented by Chris Peppler.

  • Your Japanese Kitchen
    Your Japanese Kitchen

    Digital Educational TV 3 Sun. 11:00 - 11:30 (JST)

    In Your Japanese Kitchen, Harumi Kurihara, widely known as "The Housewife Chef", provides many easy and fun recipes from her Japanese kitchen as well as practical tips on preparing Japanese dishes.

  • journeys in japan
    journeys in japan

    BS1 Wed. 16:00-16:30 / Sun. 11:10-11:40 (JST)

    Every week, our reporters travel around the country, meeting the people in each area and exploring the local culture. They discover fascinating aspects of Japan that are hard to find in a guide book.

  • TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
    TOKYO FASHION EXPRESS
    *Bilingual(English and Japanese)

    BS1 Thu. 16:00 - 16:30 (JST)

    Tokyo fashion has recently been creating a stir throughout the world. This program reports on the hottest fashion trends, including backstage interviews with designers and creators based in Tokyo.

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