NHK World Japan
EAU
NHK World Japan provides English-language news and information from a Japanese perspective, with a focus on current events, business, and cultural reporting. The channel is available to viewers in the United Arab Emirates via satellite and online platforms, offering live and on-demand access to its programming. Content typically includes documentary segments on Japanese society, technology, and traditions, as well as regular news bulletins covering Asia and global affairs. The schedule is built around hourly news updates and feature programs that examine topics such as science, food, and travel in Japan. Viewers can also watch the channel through its website or mobile app for streaming outside of traditional broadcast times.
Programme
00:00 - 00:50
The Old Man and the Sea Lion
Documentary
. A diver, Fujita Hisao, has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets.
00:50 - 01:00
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
Documentary
. In this episode, we learn about ritto and shosetsu, two dates of early winter. The nuns teach us how to make seasonal pickles and dumplings.
01:00 - 01:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
01:10 - 02:00
Navigating Disasters
Documentary
. How can we protect ourselves from "disaster-level heat," especially when compounded with other issues such power outages? We look at Japan's disaster prevention measures to survive the climate crisis. Oki Satoko.
02:00 - 02:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
02:10 - 02:40
J-MELO
Entertainment
. Our guests this week are Ave Mujica, an all-female band whose members voice characters in a hit anime, and Natsukawa Rimi, whose signature song "Nada Soso" is a perennial favorite around the world. Harada Nobuyuki, May J., Dave Spector, Shanti Snyder, Kayna & Sascha.
02:40 - 02:50
Little Charo
Children
. Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-8. Risa Junna.
02:50 - 02:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Culture
. Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan. Camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.
02:55 - 03:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Documentary
. Rio lives at Ryugakuin Temple. He's always with the chief priest, whether his owner is chanting sutras or writing calligraphy. Kurosuke, a cafe cat, helps customers relax.
03:00 - 03:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
03:10 - 03:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Documentary
. We ride through Akita's fleeting summer, meeting artisans of local products, such as Inaniwa udon noodles and Honjo kokeshi. We also visit summer festival performers and feel their strong passion.
03:40 - 03:50
I Love 'Mee'
Children
After having an accident one day, Mee wondered, "Maybe I don't need underpants?" Through interviews with passersby and a wild imagination, Mee searches for reasons to wear underpants.
03:50 - 04:00
Design Ah! neo
Children
. Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Uniforms. 三宅民夫 , DJ KOO.
04:00 - 04:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
04:10 - 05:00
Somewhere Street
Documentary
A close-up look at cities worldwide, as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path, meet ordinary people, and enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot.
05:00 - 05:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
05:10 - 05:25
Umami Explored
Documentary
Enjoy the rich aroma of dashi! Discover kombu's umami secrets and how precise temperature control shapes the flavors of Kyoto's fine cuisine.
05:25 - 05:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Documentary
. Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
05:30 - 05:45
Easy Japanese For Work
Documentary
, Episode 44. Today: making a polite request to a superior. Jorge Andres Arevalos Ibarra, from Paraguay, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he makes a polite request to a higher-up.
05:45 - 06:00
Zero Waste Life
Culture
. Nihei Toru sells restored old furniture; bringing out the hidden charm in pieces most would consider worthless. But instead of going for good-as-new, he strives to preserve their vintage feel. Guy Perryman.
06:00 - 06:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
06:10 - 07:00
The Old Man and the Sea Lion
Documentary
. A diver, Fujita Hisao, has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets.
07:00 - 07:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
07:10 - 08:00
Navigating Disasters
Documentary
. How can we protect ourselves from "disaster-level heat," especially when compounded with other issues such power outages? We look at Japan's disaster prevention measures to survive the climate crisis. Oki Satoko.
08:00 - 08:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
08:10 - 09:00
Somewhere Street
Documentary
A close-up look at cities worldwide, as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path, meet ordinary people, and enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot.
09:00 - 09:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
09:10 - 09:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Documentary
. We ride through Akita's fleeting summer, meeting artisans of local products, such as Inaniwa udon noodles and Honjo kokeshi. We also visit summer festival performers and feel their strong passion.
09:40 - 09:50
I Love 'Mee'
Children
After having an accident one day, Mee wondered, "Maybe I don't need underpants?" Through interviews with passersby and a wild imagination, Mee searches for reasons to wear underpants.
09:50 - 10:00
Design Ah! neo
Children
. Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Uniforms. 三宅民夫 , DJ KOO.
10:00 - 10:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
10:10 - 10:40
J-MELO
Entertainment
. Our guests this week are Ave Mujica, an all-female band whose members voice characters in a hit anime, and Natsukawa Rimi, whose signature song "Nada Soso" is a perennial favorite around the world. Harada Nobuyuki, May J., Dave Spector, Shanti Snyder, Kayna & Sascha.
10:40 - 10:50
Little Charo
Children
. Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-8. Risa Junna.
10:50 - 10:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Culture
. Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan. Camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.
10:55 - 11:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Documentary
. Rio lives at Ryugakuin Temple. He's always with the chief priest, whether his owner is chanting sutras or writing calligraphy. Kurosuke, a cafe cat, helps customers relax.
11:00 - 11:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
11:10 - 11:25
Umami Explored
Documentary
Enjoy the rich aroma of dashi! Discover kombu's umami secrets and how precise temperature control shapes the flavors of Kyoto's fine cuisine.
11:25 - 11:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Documentary
. Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
11:30 - 11:45
Easy Japanese For Work
Documentary
, Episode 44. Today: making a polite request to a superior. Jorge Andres Arevalos Ibarra, from Paraguay, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he makes a polite request to a higher-up.
11:45 - 12:00
Zero Waste Life
Culture
. Nihei Toru sells restored old furniture; bringing out the hidden charm in pieces most would consider worthless. But instead of going for good-as-new, he strives to preserve their vintage feel. Guy Perryman.
12:00 - 12:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
12:10 - 13:00
The Old Man and the Sea Lion
Documentary
. A diver, Fujita Hisao, has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets.
13:00 - 13:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
13:10 - 14:00
Navigating Disasters
Documentary
. How can we protect ourselves from "disaster-level heat," especially when compounded with other issues such power outages? We look at Japan's disaster prevention measures to survive the climate crisis. Oki Satoko.
14:00 - 14:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
14:10 - 14:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Documentary
. We ride through Akita's fleeting summer, meeting artisans of local products, such as Inaniwa udon noodles and Honjo kokeshi. We also visit summer festival performers and feel their strong passion.
14:40 - 14:50
Kids Edutainment
Children
A new section featuring educational content for children from Japan to the world. The programs address topics such as education, inclusion, diversity, and much more.
14:50 - 15:00
Design Ah! neo
Children
. Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Uniforms. 三宅民夫 , DJ KOO.
15:00 - 15:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
15:10 - 15:40
J-MELO
Entertainment
. Our guests this week are Ave Mujica, an all-female band whose members voice characters in a hit anime, and Natsukawa Rimi, whose signature song "Nada Soso" is a perennial favorite around the world. Harada Nobuyuki, May J., Dave Spector, Shanti Snyder, Kayna & Sascha.
15:40 - 15:50
Little Charo
Children
. Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-8. Risa Junna.
15:50 - 15:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Culture
. Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan. Camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.
15:55 - 16:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Documentary
. Rio lives at Ryugakuin Temple. He's always with the chief priest, whether his owner is chanting sutras or writing calligraphy. Kurosuke, a cafe cat, helps customers relax.
16:00 - 16:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
16:10 - 17:00
Somewhere Street
Documentary
A close-up look at cities worldwide, as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path, meet ordinary people, and enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot.
17:00 - 17:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
17:10 - 17:25
Umami Explored
Documentary
Enjoy the rich aroma of dashi! Discover kombu's umami secrets and how precise temperature control shapes the flavors of Kyoto's fine cuisine.
17:25 - 17:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Documentary
. Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
17:30 - 17:45
Easy Japanese For Work
Documentary
, Episode 44. Today: making a polite request to a superior. Jorge Andres Arevalos Ibarra, from Paraguay, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he makes a polite request to a higher-up.
17:45 - 18:00
Zero Waste Life
Culture
. Nihei Toru sells restored old furniture; bringing out the hidden charm in pieces most would consider worthless. But instead of going for good-as-new, he strives to preserve their vintage feel. Guy Perryman.
18:00 - 18:50
The Old Man and the Sea Lion
Documentary
. A diver, Fujita Hisao, has spent 40 years drawing attention to the beauty of ocean life, particularly the graceful sea lions, which face lethal removal due to their obstruction of fishing nets.
18:50 - 19:00
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
Documentary
. In this episode, we learn about ritto and shosetsu, two dates of early winter. The nuns teach us how to make seasonal pickles and dumplings.
19:00 - 19:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
19:10 - 20:00
Navigating Disasters
Documentary
. How can we protect ourselves from "disaster-level heat," especially when compounded with other issues such power outages? We look at Japan's disaster prevention measures to survive the climate crisis. Oki Satoko.
20:00 - 20:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
20:10 - 20:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Documentary
. We ride through Akita's fleeting summer, meeting artisans of local products, such as Inaniwa udon noodles and Honjo kokeshi. We also visit summer festival performers and feel their strong passion.
20:40 - 20:50
I Love 'Mee'
Children
After having an accident one day, Mee wondered, "Maybe I don't need underpants?" Through interviews with passersby and a wild imagination, Mee searches for reasons to wear underpants.
20:50 - 21:00
Design Ah! neo
Children
. Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Uniforms. 三宅民夫 , DJ KOO.
21:00 - 21:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
21:10 - 21:40
J-MELO
Entertainment
. Our guests this week are Ave Mujica, an all-female band whose members voice characters in a hit anime, and Natsukawa Rimi, whose signature song "Nada Soso" is a perennial favorite around the world. Harada Nobuyuki, May J., Dave Spector, Shanti Snyder, Kayna & Sascha.
21:40 - 21:50
Little Charo
Children
. Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-8. Risa Junna.
21:50 - 21:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Culture
. Women-only trips and solo camping are some of the many ways that people enjoy camping in Japan. Camping can even serve as a method of preparing for disaster. We examine its increasing popularity.
21:55 - 22:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Documentary
. Rio lives at Ryugakuin Temple. He's always with the chief priest, whether his owner is chanting sutras or writing calligraphy. Kurosuke, a cafe cat, helps customers relax.
22:00 - 22:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
22:10 - 22:25
Umami Explored
Documentary
Enjoy the rich aroma of dashi! Discover kombu's umami secrets and how precise temperature control shapes the flavors of Kyoto's fine cuisine.
22:25 - 22:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Documentary
. Kyoto has many stores specializing in traditional snacks and treats, called Oyatsu. Some purveyors continue to use age-old ingredients and methods.
22:30 - 22:45
Easy Japanese For Work
Documentary
, Episode 44. Today: making a polite request to a superior. Jorge Andres Arevalos Ibarra, from Paraguay, works at a metalworking company. In a roleplay challenge, he makes a polite request to a higher-up.
22:45 - 23:00
Zero Waste Life
Culture
. Nihei Toru sells restored old furniture; bringing out the hidden charm in pieces most would consider worthless. But instead of going for good-as-new, he strives to preserve their vintage feel. Guy Perryman.
23:00 - 23:10
NHK Newsline
News
. NHK NEWSLINE brings you up to date with the latest from Japan, Asia and around the world. Our team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together. Mayuko Ambe, Ramin Mellegard, Takao Minori, Tomoko Kamata, Yoko Komagata, Yoshikawa...
23:10 - 00:00
Somewhere Street
Documentary
A close-up look at cities worldwide, as seen by a walking tourist. Viewers visit places off the beaten path, meet ordinary people, and enjoy a travel experience that's only possible on foot.