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.
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08:55–09:00
Hello!Nhk World Japan
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09:30–10:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Schedule
08:40 - 08:45
Easy Japanese
#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum?
Didático
#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum? / If you want to ask for directions, say the name of your destination, then "made doo ittara ii desu ka.".
08:45 - 08:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Ciência
In response to a question from Russia, we introduce robots working in various fields. Our reporter interviews Japan's top robot expert and looks at coexistence with robots.
08:55 - 09:00
Hello!Nhk World Japan
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Entretenimento
NHK WORLD-JAPAN ran a booth at an event held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "JICA Global Plaza." We see how JICA and NHK work together to promote kids' interest in international cooperation.
LIVE 09:00 - 09:30
Newsline Asia 24
Noticiário
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.
09:30 - 10:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Viagens
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
10:00 - 10:30
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.
10:30 - 10:57
Hometown Stories
Unspoken Memories of the Double Hibakusha
Civilização
Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching lives of others.
10:57 - 11:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Field Work Fueled by Leaf-wrapped Sushi
Cultura
At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.
11:00 - 11:30
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.
11:30 - 12:00
Journeys In Japan
The Mountain Spirit of Shiiba Village
Viagens
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
12:00 - 12:30
NHK News 7
Noticiário
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.
12:30 - 12:55
The Factory Wonders
Entretenimento
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
12:55 - 13:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Magazine cultural
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1,340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
13:00 - 13:28
Newsroom Tokyo
Noticiário
Program that gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
13:28 - 13:43
Direct Talk
Freedom at the Fingertips
Entrevista
Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.
13:43 - 13:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Ciência
In response to a question from Russia, we introduce robots working in various fields. Our reporter interviews Japan's top robot expert and looks at coexistence with robots.
13:55 - 14:00
Hello!Nhk World Japan
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Entretenimento
NHK WORLD-JAPAN ran a booth at an event held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "JICA Global Plaza." We see how JICA and NHK work together to promote kids' interest in international cooperation.
14:00 - 14:30
Newsroom Tokyo
Noticiário
Program that gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
14:30 - 15:00
Dive In Tokyo
Otsuka - A Hidden Gem Regains its Sparkle
Viagens
Otsuka was a busy terminal of Tokyo's historic streetcar network before being overshadowed by its neighbor Ikebukuro. But international residents and redevelopment are now revitalizing the town.
15:00 - 15:30
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.
15:30 - 16:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Viagens
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
16:00 - 16:30
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.
16:30 - 17:00
Medical Frontiers
Technology to Tackle Pressure Injuries
Saúde
Limited mobility can restrict blood flow, causing pressure injuries. To address them, Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies.
17:00 - 17:30
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.
17:30 - 17:55
The Factory Wonders
Entretenimento
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
17:55 - 18:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Cycle of Water
Magazine cultural
Kumano's heavy rainfall nurtures the 1,340 terraced rice paddies that make up Maruyama Senmaida. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the flow of Kumano's water and the work of rice farmers.
18:00 - 18:30
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.
18:30 - 18:57
Hometown Stories
Unspoken Memories of the Double Hibakusha
Civilização
Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching lives of others.
18:57 - 19:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Field Work Fueled by Leaf-wrapped Sushi
Cultura
At the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama, chef Nobuko, her cameraman husband Makoto and their cat Tama take us on a tasty journey of local cuisine served with a side of seasonal scenery.
19:00 - 19:30
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.
19:30 - 19:40
Magical Japanese
Salt
Cultura
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to salt. Explore the unique culture behind them.
19:40 - 19:45
Easy Japanese
#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum?
Didático
#32 How can I get to the Ninja Museum? / If you want to ask for directions, say the name of your destination, then "made doo ittara ii desu ka.".
19:45 - 19:55
Culture Crossroads
Tokyo's Largest Indian Community
Ciência
In response to a question from Russia, we introduce robots working in various fields. Our reporter interviews Japan's top robot expert and looks at coexistence with robots.
19:55 - 20:00
Hello!Nhk World Japan
Promoting NHK WORLD-JAPAN at a JICA Event
Entretenimento
NHK WORLD-JAPAN ran a booth at an event held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of "JICA Global Plaza." We see how JICA and NHK work together to promote kids' interest in international cooperation.
20:00 - 20:28
Newsroom Tokyo
Noticiário
Program that gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them.
20:28 - 20:43
Direct Talk
Freedom at the Fingertips
Entrevista
Direct and in-depth. Interviews exploring the minds and motivations of the leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are changing our world.
20:43 - 20:55
Nun's Seasonal Calendar
August
Magazine cultural
In this episode, we learn about risshu and shosho, two dates of early autumn. The temple chefs show us how to prepare dishes using winter melon and share their recipe for a Japanese-style ratatouille.
20:55 - 21:00
Ukiyoe Edo-Life
Rush Hour in Old Tokyo
Civilização
Edo was a city of waterways. The Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, one of its main commercial arteries. For the captain, it was a high-pressure job requiring skill and guts.
21:00 - 21:30
Animation Documentary Iwata's Grandma
Cultura
Why does Iwata's Grandma refuse to be in photos? This animation documentary is based on a picture book about the atomic bomb tragedy but conveys kindness and hope rather than fear and anxiety.
21:30 - 22:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Yokai: Scary and Friendly Apparitions
Viagens
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
22:00 - 22:30
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.
22:30 - 23:00
Medical Frontiers
Technology to Tackle Pressure Injuries
Saúde
Limited mobility can restrict blood flow, causing pressure injuries. To address them, Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies.
23:00 - 23:30
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.
23:30 - 23:45
Bosai: Science That Can Save Your Life
Safety Tips for Hiking in Japan
Atualidade
Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. Learn safety tips for climbing and the latest on eruption prediction research.
23:45 - 23:55
Impacts: Climates Change The World
World Heritage Under Threat: Episode 5 Protection through Education
Cultura
To promote awareness of conservation efforts among the threat of climate change, more and more World Heritage Sites are now being utilized as tourist destinations and in educational programs.
23:55 - 00:00
Time-Lapse Japan
KUMANO: Legendary Fruit
Magazine cultural
Wakayama in southwest Kumano is a top producer of Japanese citrus, which is said to have its origins in a legendary fruit. Through beautiful time-lapse footage, we show the area's rich natural bounty.