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.
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15:30 - 16:00
Dining with the Chef
Mondo e Tendenze, Cucina
Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes as Chefs Saito and Rika present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food!
16:00 - 16:30
Newsline Asia 24
Informazione, Regioni
This daily news programme picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
16:30 - 17:00
Document 72 Hours
Mondo e Tendenze, Popoli
This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
LIVE 17:00 - 17:30
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.
17:30 - 17:45
Activate Your Japanese!
Altri Programmi, Educational
Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills - watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about onomatopoeia, and our documentaries on 'senpai' in Japan.
17:45 - 18:00
Bosai: Science That Can Save...
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
Japan has a long history of natural disasters - 'Bosai' explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.
18:00 - 18:30
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.
18:30 - 19:00
Medical Frontiers
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
From prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare! This programme offers tips for superfoods and easy exercises for a healthy lifestyle.
19:00 - 19:30
NHK News 7
Informazione, Notiziario
An evening news bulletin that provides Japan's views on many domestic and international news events.
19:30 - 19:55
Darwin's Amazing Animals
Mondo e Tendenze, Viaggi
A natural history show that's a huge hit with families in Japan has gone global! This series explores the amazing and delightful stories of animals from all around the world, including Japan.
19:55 - 20:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mondo e Tendenze, Avventura
Kamikochi is a beautiful mountainous region in Nagano Prefecture that's 1,500m above sea level - with a reflective pond and rime ice, see the frozen beauty of Kamikochi through time-lapse photography.
20:00 - 20:28
Newsroom Tokyo
Informazione, Notiziario
This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.
20:28 - 20:43
Direct Talk
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine
An in-depth interview programme featuring professionals or experts in the world who share their unique insights, information and analysis.
20:43 - 20:55
Impacts: Climates Change the World
Mondo e Tendenze, Natura
The entire Earth is affected by climate change occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before - this programme uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.
20:55 - 21:00
Easy Japanese
Altri Programmi, Educational
#31 Why don't we all go together? / To ask someone to go somewhere with you, say 'isshoni' (together), change the verb to the polite negative form, i.e. 'ikimasu' to 'ikimasen', and then add 'ka'.
21:00 - 21:30
Newsroom Tokyo
Informazione, Notiziario
This programme gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia, explaining the day's developments and what is behind them.
21:30 - 22:00
Dining with the Chef
Mondo e Tendenze, Cucina
Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes as Chefs Saito and Rika present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food!
22:00 - 22:30
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.
22:30 - 23:00
Document 72 Hours
Mondo e Tendenze, Popoli
This is an unusual series that explores human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected locations.
23:00 - 23:30
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.
23:30 - 00:00
Science View
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
Science for our future - we look at the cutting-edge research, innovations and technology being created by Japanese scientists and engineers.