NHK World Japan
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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.
Programma
00:00 - 00:30
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...
00:30 - 01:00
Japan in Focus
Documentary
. Classical Noh theater goes back more than 600 years, long the domain of select families. But now outside talent is stepping in. Meet one of the new performers keeping Noh's spirit alive.
01:00 - 01:30
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...
01:30 - 02:00
Asia Insight
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 14. During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future. Vinay Murthy, Maher , Zahra , Yamam , Naoki Nomura, Haruo Sakitsu.
02:00 - 02:30
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...
02:30 - 03:00
Face To Face
Documentary, Episode 2, Season
. Photographer and film director Ninagawa Mika is known for her vibrantly colorful works. She shares insight into her latest exhibition, as well as her thoughts on life and peace. Robert Campbell, Ninagawa Mika.
03:00 - 03:30
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...
03:30 - 04:00
Japan Railway Journal
Documentary, 2015. Railway news from across Japan for the first half of
. Join us as we look back on milestones and anniversaries, efforts to preserve and revive steam locomotives, and railway events. Kunugiyama Mikio, Russell Totten, Nathan Berry, Cathy Cat, Miki Clark, Hiro Ueno, Dennis Falt, Lyena Yonekura.
04:00 - 04:30
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...
04:30 - 05:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Documentary
, Episode 9, Season 14. Hakodate, a port city located in southern Hokkaido, is known for having one of the best night views in Japan. As the surrounding seas darken, the lights of the city warm the hearts of dwellers. Kotake Noriko, Gamo Hiroyuki, Shimizu Michiko, Nakano Yuki,...
05:00 - 05:30
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...
05:30 - 06:00
Japan in Focus
Documentary
. Classical Noh theater goes back more than 600 years, long the domain of select families. But now outside talent is stepping in. Meet one of the new performers keeping Noh's spirit alive.
06:00 - 06:30
Newsline Asia 24
News
. Daily news programme featuring key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
06:30 - 07:00
Asia Insight
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 14. During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future. Vinay Murthy, Maher , Zahra , Yamam , Naoki Nomura, Haruo Sakitsu.
07:00 - 07:30
Newsline Asia 24
News
. Daily news programme featuring key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
07:30 - 08:00
Face To Face
Documentary, Episode 2, Season
. Photographer and film director Ninagawa Mika is known for her vibrantly colorful works. She shares insight into her latest exhibition, as well as her thoughts on life and peace. Robert Campbell, Ninagawa Mika.
08:00 - 08:30
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...
08:30 - 09:00
Document 72 Hours
Documentary
. A 24-hour diner in Nagoya is a daytime oasis for locals and elderly folks, and full of young people at night. Whether broken-hearted or facing unemployment, people find comfort in talking until dawn. Masako Nishijima.
09:00 - 09:30
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...
09:30 - 10:00
Japan Railway Journal
Documentary, 2015. Railway news from across Japan for the first half of
. Join us as we look back on milestones and anniversaries, efforts to preserve and revive steam locomotives, and railway events. Kunugiyama Mikio, Russell Totten, Nathan Berry, Cathy Cat, Miki Clark, Hiro Ueno, Dennis Falt, Lyena Yonekura.
10:00 - 10:30
NHK News 7
News
. NEWS 7 is NHK's flagship domestic evening news program, bringing you the latest from our Tokyo studio. It's presented with English audio on NHK World for our international viewers. Yoji Itoi, Mei Soejima, Shoma Imai, Erika Morishita, Yasushi Seito.
10:30 - 11:00
Japan in Focus
Documentary
. Classical Noh theater goes back more than 600 years, long the domain of select families. But now outside talent is stepping in. Meet one of the new performers keeping Noh's spirit alive.
11:00 - 11:28
Newsroom Tokyo
News
. Presenting news stories that shine a spotlight on Japan and the rest of Asia, including major news, the latest developments and expert analysis. Kumei Ayako, Nishiumi Naoko, Yoshikawa Ryuichi, Yamaguchi Hiroaki, Raja Pradhan, Yuko Fukushima, Shoichiro Beppu, Aki Shibuya.
11:28 - 11:43
Direct Talk
Entertainment, Episode 21, Season
. Kosaka Kunpei holds multiple world records in spearfishing, a sport in which competitors hunt underwater and see who can catch the biggest fish. He talks about freediving and using a hand spear. Gene Otani, Kosaka Kunpei.
11:43 - 11:55
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World
Documentary
. The number of people suffering from hay fever, which seriously impacts daily life, is increasing worldwide. Behind this trend is a change in pollen dispersal patterns influenced by climate change.
11:55 - 12:00
Chatroom Japan
Entertainment
, Episode 24, Season 1. All moms need some "me time." That's why one forward-thinking woman in Kyoto established Mamo Heart, a space for mothers to not only relax, but also get their own business ideas off the ground. Kawasaki Rika.
12:00 - 12:30
Newsroom Tokyo
News
. Presenting news stories that shine a spotlight on Japan and the rest of Asia, including major news, the latest developments and expert analysis. Kumei Ayako, Nishiumi Naoko, Yoshikawa Ryuichi, Yamaguchi Hiroaki, Raja Pradhan, Yuko Fukushima, Shoichiro Beppu, Aki Shibuya.
12:30 - 13:00
Asia Insight
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 14. During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future. Vinay Murthy, Maher , Zahra , Yamam , Naoki Nomura, Haruo Sakitsu.
13:00 - 13:30
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...
13:30 - 14:00
Face To Face
Documentary, Episode 2, Season
. Photographer and film director Ninagawa Mika is known for her vibrantly colorful works. She shares insight into her latest exhibition, as well as her thoughts on life and peace. Robert Campbell, Ninagawa Mika.
14:00 - 14:30
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...
14:30 - 15:00
Design X Stories
Entertainment
. Today's theme: Shaping Memories. Memories bring back emotions as well as events. As vast amounts of data is exchanged in our digital society, new designs focus on how to capture and recall memories.
15:00 - 15:30
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...
15:30 - 16:00
Japan in Focus
Documentary
. Classical Noh theater goes back more than 600 years, long the domain of select families. But now outside talent is stepping in. Meet one of the new performers keeping Noh's spirit alive.
16:00 - 16:30
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...
16:30 - 17:00
Frontrunners
Documentary
, Episode 11, Season 4. Yabusame is traditional horseback archery. It's preserved as a Shinto ritual, but is not accessible to all. Kamimura Ayuko runs competitions open to women and international participants. Kamimura Ayuko, Hara Yui, Kikuchi Shigekatsu, Nakanowatari...
17:00 - 17:30
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...
17:30 - 18:00
Asia Insight
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 14. During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future. Vinay Murthy, Maher , Zahra , Yamam , Naoki Nomura, Haruo Sakitsu.
18:00 - 18:28
Newsroom Tokyo
News
. Presenting news stories that shine a spotlight on Japan and the rest of Asia, including major news, the latest developments and expert analysis. Kumei Ayako, Nishiumi Naoko, Yoshikawa Ryuichi, Yamaguchi Hiroaki, Raja Pradhan, Yuko Fukushima, Shoichiro Beppu, Aki Shibuya.
18:28 - 18:43
Direct Talk
Entertainment, Episode 21, Season
. Kosaka Kunpei holds multiple world records in spearfishing, a sport in which competitors hunt underwater and see who can catch the biggest fish. He talks about freediving and using a hand spear. Gene Otani, Kosaka Kunpei.
18:43 - 18:55
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World
Documentary
. The number of people suffering from hay fever, which seriously impacts daily life, is increasing worldwide. Behind this trend is a change in pollen dispersal patterns influenced by climate change.
18:55 - 19:00
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Bustling Scenes of Old Tokyo
Culture
. We attend a New Year's concert at a samurai residence, where a master koto player delights a crowd of gorgeously dressed celebrity-types. Lounging in the best seat in the house is no ordinary V.I.P.
19:00 - 19:30
Medical Frontiers
Talk
, Episode 172. Nuclear medicine therapy involves delivering radiation-emitting drugs directly inside the body to treat refractory cancers. We explore the mechanism of the therapy and the latest developments. Maxwell Powers, Erica Angyal.
19:30 - 20:00
Face To Face
Documentary, Episode 2, Season
. Photographer and film director Ninagawa Mika is known for her vibrantly colorful works. She shares insight into her latest exhibition, as well as her thoughts on life and peace. Robert Campbell, Ninagawa Mika.
20:00 - 20:30
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...
20:30 - 21:00
Design X Stories
Entertainment
. Today's theme: Shaping Memories. Memories bring back emotions as well as events. As vast amounts of data is exchanged in our digital society, new designs focus on how to capture and recall memories.
21:00 - 21:30
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...
21:30 - 22:00
Japan in Focus
Documentary
. Classical Noh theater goes back more than 600 years, long the domain of select families. But now outside talent is stepping in. Meet one of the new performers keeping Noh's spirit alive.
22:00 - 22:30
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...
22:30 - 23:00
Asia Insight
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 14. During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future. Vinay Murthy, Maher , Zahra , Yamam , Naoki Nomura, Haruo Sakitsu.
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 - 23:15
Chatroom Japan
Entertainment
, Episode 24, Season 1. All moms need some "me time." That's why one forward-thinking woman in Kyoto established Mamo Heart, a space for mothers to not only relax, but also get their own business ideas off the ground. Kawasaki Rika.
23:15 - 23:30
Japan's Top Inventions
Documentary
, Episode 9, Season 9. Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: silica gel rotors. Kuma Fumio.
23:30 - 00:00
Japanology Plus
Culture
, Episode 20, Season 13. Permaculture is a sustainable approach to life that seeks harmony with nature. Today, Japan's rural traditions are being rediscovered and embraced in homes, childcare facilities, and businesses. Peter Barakan, Matt Alt, Kyle Card, Kanako Sachno.