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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04:30–05:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Now
05:00–05:30
NHK Newsline
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Next
05:30–06:00
Medical Frontiers
Schedule
03:55 - 04:00
Ukiyo-e Edo-Life
Mondo e Tendenze, Arte e Cultura
Edo's Rush Hour: Edo was a city of waterways; the Yoroi Ferry transported people across the Nihonbashi River, a main commercial artery. A captain's job was high-pressure and required skill and guts.
04:00 - 04:30
Iwata's Grandma
Mondo e Tendenze, Storia
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.
04:30 - 05:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Cultura
This programme visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.
LIVE 05:00 - 05:30
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.
05:30 - 06:00
Medical Frontiers
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
Limited mobility can restrict blood flow and cause pressure injuries - Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies to address them.
06:00 - 06:30
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.
06:30 - 06:45
Bosai: Science That Can Save...
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes - learn safety tips for climbing and the latest on eruption prediction research.
06:45 - 06:55
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.
06:55 - 07:00
Time-Lapse Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Avventura
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.
07:00 - 07:30
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.
07:30 - 07:40
Magical Japanese
Altri Programmi, Educational
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.
07:40 - 07:45
Easy Japanese
Altri Programmi, Educational
#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'.
07:45 - 07:55
Culture Crossroads
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Cultura
In Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population reside, a cultural exchange programme gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.
07:55 - 08:00
Hello! NHK World-Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine
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.
08:00 - 08:30
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.
08:30 - 08:57
Hometown Stories
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Cultura
Stories about people, stories about life - intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching the lives of others.
08:57 - 09:00
Satoyama Kitchen
Mondo e Tendenze, Cucina
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 at the Satoyama Kitchen guesthouse in Hida Takayama.
09:00 - 09:30
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.
09:30 - 10:00
Journeys in Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Viaggi
Explore a different side of Japan by meeting the locals and discovering traditions and cultures not usually found in guidebooks!
10:00 - 10:30
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.
10:30 - 11:00
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!
11:00 - 11:30
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.
11:30 - 12:00
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.
12:00 - 12:30
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.
12:30 - 13:00
Medical Frontiers
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Scienza
Limited mobility can restrict blood flow and cause pressure injuries - Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies to address them.
13:00 - 13:30
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.
13:30 - 13:45
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.
13:45 - 13:55
Dig More Japan!
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Cultura
This show introduces NHK World's many attractive programmes in fun short videos - the clips will also be introduced on social media to meet the needs of people who are interested in Japan.
13:55 - 14:00
Dining with the Chef mini
Mondo e Tendenze, Cucina
Featured recipes: (1) Crispy Pork Stir-fry with Myoga and Green Beans; (2) Stir-fried Eggplant and Shishito with Miso Sauce. Learn about Japanese home cooking with Chef Saito in five minutes!
14:00 - 14:30
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.
14:30 - 15:00
Journeys in Japan
Mondo e Tendenze, Magazine Viaggi
Explore a different side of Japan by meeting the locals and discovering traditions and cultures not usually found in guidebooks!
15:00 - 15:30
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.
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.
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
Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes - learn safety tips for climbing and the latest on eruption prediction research.
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
Limited mobility can restrict blood flow and cause pressure injuries - Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies to address them.
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
There's an animal in Africa so unremarkable that we had to beg a guide to help us find it! After crashing its 'matchmaking party', we have a whole new respect for the extraordinarily ordinary topi!
19:55 - 20:00
Time-Lapse Journey
Mondo e Tendenze, Avventura
Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture has been a beloved spot to see sakura blossoms for over 100 years - see the multifaceted beauty of sakura blossoms 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
Magical Japanese
Altri Programmi, Educational
We look at the unique world of the Japanese language accompanied with scenes from Japan - many fascinating aspects of Japanese like onomatopoeia are also introduced.
20:55 - 21:00
Easy Japanese
Altri Programmi, Educational
#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'.
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.