NHK World TV
Portugal
NHK World TV is the English-language international service of Japan’s public broadcaster, available in Portugal through various cable and satellite platforms. Its programming centers on news coverage from an Asian perspective, with regular updates on Japanese politics, business, and technology. Documentaries explore Japanese culture, history, and natural landscapes, while lifestyle segments cover topics like traditional crafts, cuisine, and contemporary design. The channel also airs coverage of major events such as the Tokyo Marathon or seasonal festivals, along with occasional music performances and educational content about the Japanese language. Sports programming is limited but includes highlights from sumo tournaments and other domestic competitions.
Viewers in Portugal can access NHK World TV through their local TV provider’s channel list, where it appears as a dedicated 24-hour feed. The channel also offers a live stream on its official website and mobile app, which includes on-demand access to recent programs and archived documentaries. Electronic program guides in Portugal typically list the channel under international news or documentary categories, with schedules aligned to Japan Standard Time but adjusted for local viewing hours. No Portuguese-language subtitles or dubbing are provided, as the service operates entirely in English.
Schedule
05:40 - 06:00
The Wakey Show
#5
Educação
This episode features "Wakey's Door" on hair dryers, "Become an Athlete for three minutes," with karate exercises, and a music performance, "Plants Song." It energizes kids.
06:00 - 06:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 - 06:57
Somewhere Street
Bologna
Viagens
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.
06:57 - 07:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mt. Fuji
Artes
Mt. Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces. See the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography.
07:00 - 07:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 - 07:25
Laugh Then Think
Entretenimento
No Flies on Striped Cows: Less stress for cows! That noble aim led livestock researcher Kojima Tomoki to a surprising experiment: painting them with zebra stripes.
07:25 - 07:30
Core Kyoto Mini
The Future of Dyeing: Random beauty bound in fabric
Civilização
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
07:30 - 07:45
Easy Japanese For Work
#30 Turning down a request for support politely
Magazine cultural
Today: turning down a request for support politely. Wang Chihsun is a pastry chef at an American restaurant in Tokyo. In a roleplay challenge, he must turn down a busy coworker's request for help.
07:45 - 08:00
Zero Waste Life
Sails Unfurled Again
Cultura
If even slightly damaged, yacht sails can no longer be used. Inspired by her love of the sport, former pro yacht racer Tagami Amiko takes such sails and makes them into bags and other products.
08:00 - 08:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 - 09:00
Stateless
The Japanese Left Behind in the Philippines
Sociedade
After WWII, thousands of children born to Japanese fathers were left behind in the Philippines. Many became stateless. Eighty years on, 50 descendants are still fighting to be recognized as Japanese.
09:00 - 09:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 - 10:00
Project X: Unsung Heroes
Barefoot Gen: Bridging the Divide
Cultura
The true story of how amateur translators brought a manga about the Hiroshima atomic bombing to the US and the world, bridging cultural divides and spreading a message of peace.
10:00 - 10:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 - 10:57
Somewhere Street
Bologna
Viagens
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.
10:57 - 11:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mt. Fuji
Artes
Mt. Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces. See the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography.
11:00 - 11:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 - 11:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Oita - Warming Body and Soul
Viagens
We visit Oita, famous for its hot springs, meeting a couple who run an inn popular with visitors from abroad and an artist interacting with locals through her art.
11:40 - 12:00
The Wakey Show
#5
Educação
This episode features "Wakey's Door" on hair dryers, "Become an Athlete for three minutes," with karate exercises, and a music performance, "Plants Song." It energizes kids.
12:00 - 12:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 - 12:40
J-Melo
ANGERME and LOVEBITES
Música
Tune in to J-MELO for great Japanese music! On the show this week: popular Hello! Project idol group ANGERME and internationally acclaimed heavy metal band LOVEBITES.
12:40 - 12:50
Little Charo
season1-18
Animação
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 1-18.
12:50 - 12:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Repair
Artes
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles.
12:55 - 13:00
A Cat's-Eye View Of Japan
Sociedade
On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.
13:00 - 13:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 - 13:25
Laugh Then Think
Entretenimento
No Flies on Striped Cows: Less stress for cows! That noble aim led livestock researcher Kojima Tomoki to a surprising experiment: painting them with zebra stripes.
13:25 - 13:30
Core Kyoto Mini
The Future of Dyeing: Random beauty bound in fabric
Civilização
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
13:30 - 13:45
Easy Japanese For Work
#30 Turning down a request for support politely
Magazine cultural
Today: turning down a request for support politely. Wang Chihsun is a pastry chef at an American restaurant in Tokyo. In a roleplay challenge, he must turn down a busy coworker's request for help.
13:45 - 14:00
Zero Waste Life
Sails Unfurled Again
Cultura
If even slightly damaged, yacht sails can no longer be used. Inspired by her love of the sport, former pro yacht racer Tagami Amiko takes such sails and makes them into bags and other products.
14:00 - 14:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 - 15:00
Stateless
The Japanese Left Behind in the Philippines
Sociedade
After WWII, thousands of children born to Japanese fathers were left behind in the Philippines. Many became stateless. Eighty years on, 50 descendants are still fighting to be recognized as Japanese.
15:00 - 15:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 - 16:00
Project X: Unsung Heroes
Barefoot Gen: Bridging the Divide
Cultura
The true story of how amateur translators brought a manga about the Hiroshima atomic bombing to the US and the world, bridging cultural divides and spreading a message of peace.
16:00 - 16:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 - 16:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Oita - Warming Body and Soul
Viagens
We visit Oita, famous for its hot springs, meeting a couple who run an inn popular with visitors from abroad and an artist interacting with locals through her art.
16:40 - 17:00
The Wakey Show
#5
Educação
This episode features "Wakey's Door" on hair dryers, "Become an Athlete for three minutes," with karate exercises, and a music performance, "Plants Song." It energizes kids.
17:00 - 17:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 - 17:40
J-Melo
ANGERME and LOVEBITES
Música
Tune in to J-MELO for great Japanese music! On the show this week: popular Hello! Project idol group ANGERME and internationally acclaimed heavy metal band LOVEBITES.
17:40 - 17:50
Little Charo
season1-18
Animação
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 1-18.
17:50 - 17:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Repair
Artes
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles.
17:55 - 18:00
A Cat's-Eye View Of Japan
Sociedade
On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.
18:00 - 18:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 - 18:57
Somewhere Street
Bologna
Viagens
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.
18:57 - 19:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mt. Fuji
Artes
Mt. Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, has many faces. See the beauty of these different Fujis through time-lapse photography.
19:00 - 19:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 - 19:25
Laugh Then Think
Entretenimento
No Flies on Striped Cows: Less stress for cows! That noble aim led livestock researcher Kojima Tomoki to a surprising experiment: painting them with zebra stripes.
19:25 - 19:30
Core Kyoto Mini
The Future of Dyeing: Random beauty bound in fabric
Civilização
The perfect shading in beautiful tie-dyed patterns may result from sections randomly touching in the dye. Discover the future of clamp resist dyeing.
19:30 - 19:45
Easy Japanese For Work
#30 Turning down a request for support politely
Magazine cultural
Today: turning down a request for support politely. Wang Chihsun is a pastry chef at an American restaurant in Tokyo. In a roleplay challenge, he must turn down a busy coworker's request for help.
19:45 - 20:00
Zero Waste Life
Sails Unfurled Again
Cultura
If even slightly damaged, yacht sails can no longer be used. Inspired by her love of the sport, former pro yacht racer Tagami Amiko takes such sails and makes them into bags and other products.
20:00 - 20:50
Stateless
The Japanese Left Behind in the Philippines
Sociedade
After WWII, thousands of children born to Japanese fathers were left behind in the Philippines. Many became stateless. Eighty years on, 50 descendants are still fighting to be recognized as Japanese.
20:50 - 21:00
Century Signboards
Living Through Fire
Sociedade
Tokyo's oldest izakaya, with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.
21:00 - 21:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 - 22:00
Project X: Unsung Heroes
Barefoot Gen: Bridging the Divide
Cultura
The true story of how amateur translators brought a manga about the Hiroshima atomic bombing to the US and the world, bridging cultural divides and spreading a message of peace.
22:00 - 22:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 - 22:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Oita - Warming Body and Soul
Viagens
We visit Oita, famous for its hot springs, meeting a couple who run an inn popular with visitors from abroad and an artist interacting with locals through her art.
22:40 - 23:00
The Wakey Show
#5
Educação
This episode features "Wakey's Door" on hair dryers, "Become an Athlete for three minutes," with karate exercises, and a music performance, "Plants Song." It energizes kids.
23:00 - 23:10
Newsline
Noticiário
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 - 23:40
J-Melo
ANGERME and LOVEBITES
Música
Tune in to J-MELO for great Japanese music! On the show this week: popular Hello! Project idol group ANGERME and internationally acclaimed heavy metal band LOVEBITES.
23:40 - 23:50
Little Charo
season1-18
Animação
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 1-18.
23:50 - 23:55
Japanology Plus Mini
Repair
Artes
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles.
23:55 - 00:00
A Cat's-Eye View Of Japan
Sociedade
On this unique trip around Japan, discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats! Filmed by wildlife photographe,Iwago Mitsuaki.