NHK World TV HD
Italy
NHK World TV HD is an English-language news and information channel available to viewers in Italy. Its programming focuses on current events from Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region, including news bulletins, documentary features, and cultural reports. The channel also covers topics such as technology, business, and international relations, with an emphasis on providing a Japanese perspective on global affairs. Viewers in Italy can access the channel via satellite platforms and some local cable providers.
The channel broadcasts 24 hours a day, with a regular cycle of news updates and pre-recorded segments. Programs are presented in English, with some content also available in other languages through subtitles or alternate audio tracks. In addition to live broadcasts, NHK World TV HD offers on-demand streaming through its website and mobile applications, allowing viewers to watch recent programs at their convenience. The channel does not carry commercial advertising, relying instead on public funding from Japan’s national broadcaster.
Previous
11:10–11:40
J-Melo
Now
11:40–11:50
Little Charo
10m left
Next
11:50–11:55
Japanology Plus mini
Schedule
10:10 - 10:55
Game-Genome
Informazione, Notiziario
MOTHER 2 is a classic RPG known internationally as Earthbound. Its creator, Itoi Shigesato, joins longtime fans to discuss how the game was made, revealing secrets behind its lasting popularity.
10:55 - 11:00
On the Wings 5min.
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Viaggi
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.
11:00 - 11:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
LIVE 11:10 - 11:40
J-Melo
Ragazzi e Musica, Magazine
Japan's exciting music scene with pop, rock, traditional, live performances, artist interviews, all the latest news, video releases and more!
11:40 - 11:50
Little Charo
Ragazzi e Musica, Cartoni Animati
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 2-1.
11:50 - 11:55
Japanology Plus mini
Mondo e Tendenze, Arte e Cultura
Japan is a hot spot for discovering dinosaur fossils - an excavation in Hokkaido sparked a nationwide enthusiasm for dinosaurs and led to entertainment such as dinosaur robots and mechanical suits.
11:55 - 12:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Natura
Discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats in this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki!
12:00 - 12:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 - 12:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Mondo e Tendenze, Viaggi
Shiga - site of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake - is home to centuries-old crafts like Shigaraki ware and Wana velvet. We explore an island in the lake by tricycle before climbing into the mountains.
12:40 - 13:00
The Wakey Show
Ragazzi e Musica, Magazine
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
13:00 - 13:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 - 14:00
Somewhere Street
Mondo e Tendenze, Viaggi
A unique walking-eye view of cities around the globe! Chat to the locals and enjoy encounters that only strolling the streets can bring.
14:00 - 14:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 - 14:25
Hit the Road
Mondo e Tendenze, Lifestyle
Aichi: Let's drive through Aichi Prefecture, following in the footsteps of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and exploring the region's traditional foods, local crafts, and historic landscapes.
14:25 - 14:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Mondo e Tendenze, Storia
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
14:30 - 14:45
Easy Japanese for Work
Altri Programmi, Educational
Today: explaining that you can't make a decision on the spot. Astriana Faradillah from Indonesia works in sales - in a role play challenge, she deals with clients who request an on-the-spot discount.
14:45 - 15:00
Zero Waste Life
Mondo e Tendenze, Lifestyle
Yumi Hayakawa creates one-of-a-kind textiles - living at near total self-sufficiency, whether using food as compost or cloth as material, no scraps are wasted and the cycle of life valued.
15:00 - 15:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 - 16:00
Letters on Hiroshima
Mondo e Tendenze, Storia
Eighty years ago, Truman, scientists and citizens voiced their remorse and struggle in letters upon facing the tremendous force of the atomic bomb - what messages do these voices carry for us today?
16:00 - 16:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 - 16:55
Game-Genome
Informazione, Notiziario
MOTHER 2 is a classic RPG known internationally as Earthbound. Its creator, Itoi Shigesato, joins longtime fans to discuss how the game was made, revealing secrets behind its lasting popularity.
16:55 - 17:00
On the Wings 5min.
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Viaggi
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.
17:00 - 17:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 - 18:00
Grand Sumo Live
Sport, Wrestling
NHK World-Japan will broadcast Grand Sumo ( ) Tournament Day ( ) action live from ( ), as top wrestlers have their ( ) bouts of the 15-day contest.
18:00 - 18:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 - 18:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Mondo e Tendenze, Viaggi
Shiga - site of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake - is home to centuries-old crafts like Shigaraki ware and Wana velvet. We explore an island in the lake by tricycle before climbing into the mountains.
18:40 - 19:00
The Wakey Show
Ragazzi e Musica, Magazine
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
19:00 - 19:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 - 19:40
J-Melo
Ragazzi e Musica, Magazine
Japan's exciting music scene with pop, rock, traditional, live performances, artist interviews, all the latest news, video releases and more!
19:40 - 19:50
Little Charo
Ragazzi e Musica, Cartoni Animati
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 2-1.
19:50 - 19:55
Japanology Plus mini
Mondo e Tendenze, Arte e Cultura
Japan is a hot spot for discovering dinosaur fossils - an excavation in Hokkaido sparked a nationwide enthusiasm for dinosaurs and led to entertainment such as dinosaur robots and mechanical suits.
19:55 - 20:00
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Natura
Discover the lesser-known charms and customs of regions through the eyes of cats in this unique trip around Japan filmed by wildlife photographer Iwago Mitsuaki!
20:00 - 20:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 - 20:25
Hit the Road
Mondo e Tendenze, Lifestyle
Aichi: Let's drive through Aichi Prefecture, following in the footsteps of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu and exploring the region's traditional foods, local crafts, and historic landscapes.
20:25 - 20:30
Core Kyoto Mini
Mondo e Tendenze, Storia
Discover the unique traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.
20:30 - 20:45
Easy Japanese for Work
Altri Programmi, Educational
Today: explaining that you can't make a decision on the spot. Astriana Faradillah from Indonesia works in sales - in a role play challenge, she deals with clients who request an on-the-spot discount.
20:45 - 21:00
Zero Waste Life
Mondo e Tendenze, Lifestyle
Yumi Hayakawa creates one-of-a-kind textiles - living at near total self-sufficiency, whether using food as compost or cloth as material, no scraps are wasted and the cycle of life valued.
21:00 - 21:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 - 22:00
Letters on Hiroshima
Mondo e Tendenze, Storia
Eighty years ago, Truman, scientists and citizens voiced their remorse and struggle in letters upon facing the tremendous force of the atomic bomb - what messages do these voices carry for us today?
22:00 - 22:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 - 22:55
Game-Genome
Informazione, Notiziario
MOTHER 2 is a classic RPG known internationally as Earthbound. Its creator, Itoi Shigesato, joins longtime fans to discuss how the game was made, revealing secrets behind its lasting popularity.
22:55 - 23:00
On the Wings 5min.
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Viaggi
Journey through the air on virtual excursions from Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan - this time it's New Ishigaki Airport, islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000 feet up.
23:00 - 23:10
NHK Newsline
Informazione, Notiziario
NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 - 23:40
Cycle Around Japan Highlights
Mondo e Tendenze, Viaggi
Shiga - site of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake - is home to centuries-old crafts like Shigaraki ware and Wana velvet. We explore an island in the lake by tricycle before climbing into the mountains.
23:40 - 00:00
The Wakey Show
Ragazzi e Musica, Magazine
A selection of acclaimed programmes from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.