NHK World Japan
United Arab Emirates
NHK World Japan provides English-language news and information from a Japanese perspective, with a focus on current events, business, and cultural reporting. The channel is available to viewers in the United Arab Emirates via satellite and online platforms, offering live and on-demand access to its programming. Content typically includes documentary segments on Japanese society, technology, and traditions, as well as regular news bulletins covering Asia and global affairs. The schedule is built around hourly news updates and feature programs that examine topics such as science, food, and travel in Japan. Viewers can also watch the channel through its website or mobile app for streaming outside of traditional broadcast times.
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07:00 - 07:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
07:30 - 07:55
The Factory Wonders
Lifestyle
. Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore the many wonders of Japanese manufacturing. They learn about the latest technology and even try their hand at expert skills.
07:55 - 08:00
Time-lapse Japan
Documentary
. 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.
LIVE 08:00 - 08:30
Newsline Asia 24
News
. This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
08:30 - 08:40
Magical Japanese
Documentary
, Episode 44, Season 1. 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.
08:40 - 08:45
Easy Japanese For Work
Documentary
, Episode 32. #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
Documentary
. In Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population reside, a cultural exchange program gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.
08:55 - 09:00
Hello! NHK World Japan
Culture
, Episode 13, Season 4. 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.
09:00 - 09:30
Newsline Asia 24
News
. This daily news program picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
09:30 - 10:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Documentary
, Episode 17, Season 9. This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Tomohiro Nakano.
10:00 - 10:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
10:30 - 10:57
Hometown Stories
Documentary
, Episode 19, Season 11. About 150 people experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. They are known as "double hibakusha." One woman is trying to retrace their steps and learn the truth about their stories. Soness Stevens, Hiroyuki Hamada, Koji Okubo, Yusuke Ito.
10:57 - 11:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Cooking
Hi, it's me, Tama! When I saw a rainbow this morning, I got the feeling there'd be something yummy for me today, and I was right! Grandma Nobuko and Grandpa Makoto are making leaf- wrapped sushi. I can't wait.
11:00 - 11:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
11:30 - 12:00
Journeys in Japan
Documentary
, Episode 5, Season 16. Vincent Ng heads deep into the mountains to a remote village, Shiiba. He explores a way of life adapted to steep slopes with unique architecture, slash-and-burn farming, hunting and sacred rituals. Bill Sullivan, Kyle Card, Michael Keida, Dean Newcombe,...
12:00 - 12:30
NHK News 7
News
. 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
Lifestyle
. Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore the many wonders of Japanese manufacturing. They learn about the latest technology and even try their hand at expert skills.
12:55 - 13:00
Time-lapse Japan
Documentary
. 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
News
. This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. Yuko Fukushima, Aiko Doden, Takafumi Terui, Shoichiro Beppu, Hideki Nakayama, Takuma Yoshioka, Koichiro Tanaka, Chan-ju Kim, Abhishek Dhulia,...
13:28 - 13:43
Direct Talk
Entertainment
, Episode 241. Nail artist Kawajiri Mei is acclaimed by global fashion icons and artists for her boundless imagination and unique sense of humor. She tells us about the source of her inspiration. Gene Otani.
13:43 - 13:55
Culture Crossroads
Documentary
. In Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population reside, a cultural exchange program gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.
13:55 - 14:00
Hello! NHK World Japan
Culture
, Episode 13, Season 4. 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
News
. This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. Yuko Fukushima, Aiko Doden, Takafumi Terui, Shoichiro Beppu, Hideki Nakayama, Takuma Yoshioka, Koichiro Tanaka, Chan-ju Kim, Abhishek Dhulia,...
14:30 - 15:00
Dive In Tokyo
Culture
, Episode 16, Season 4. 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
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
15:30 - 16:00
Seasoning The Seasons
Documentary
, Episode 17, Season 9. This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Tomohiro Nakano.
16:00 - 16:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
16:30 - 17:00
Medical Frontiers
Talk
. Limited mobility can restrict blood flow, causing pressure injuries. To address them, Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies. Erica Angyal, Maxwell Powers.
17:00 - 17:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
17:30 - 17:55
The Factory Wonders
Lifestyle
. Comedians Reiji and Tsuyoshi of the duo Nakagawake and Suchiko explore the many wonders of Japanese manufacturing. They learn about the latest technology and even try their hand at expert skills.
17:55 - 18:00
Time-lapse Japan
Documentary
. 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
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
18:30 - 18:57
Hometown Stories
Documentary
, Episode 19, Season 11. About 150 people experienced both atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. They are known as "double hibakusha." One woman is trying to retrace their steps and learn the truth about their stories. Soness Stevens, Hiroyuki Hamada, Koji Okubo, Yusuke Ito.
18:57 - 19:00
Satoyama Kitchen Spring
Cooking
Hi, it's me, Tama! When I saw a rainbow this morning, I got the feeling there'd be something yummy for me today, and I was right! Grandma Nobuko and Grandpa Makoto are making leaf- wrapped sushi. I can't wait.
19:00 - 19:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
19:30 - 19:40
Magical Japanese
Documentary
, Episode 44, Season 1. 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 For Work
Documentary
, Episode 32. #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
Documentary
. In Edogawa City, where 40% of Tokyo's Indian population reside, a cultural exchange program gives Japanese residents the chance to visit Indian homes as well as facilities run by Indians.
19:55 - 20:00
Hello! NHK World Japan
Culture
, Episode 13, Season 4. 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
News
. This program gives you comprehensive coverage of events in Japan and Asia. It explains the day's developments and what is behind them. Yuko Fukushima, Aiko Doden, Takafumi Terui, Shoichiro Beppu, Hideki Nakayama, Takuma Yoshioka, Koichiro Tanaka, Chan-ju Kim, Abhishek Dhulia,...
20:28 - 20:43
Direct Talk
Entertainment
, Episode 241. Nail artist Kawajiri Mei is acclaimed by global fashion icons and artists for her boundless imagination and unique sense of humor. She tells us about the source of her inspiration. Gene Otani.
20:43 - 20:55
NHK World Selection
Entertainment
. A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.
20:55 - 21:00
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Bustling Scenes of Old Tokyo
Culture
, Episode 15, Season 2. 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
Documentary
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
Documentary
, Episode 17, Season 9. This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. Tomohiro Nakano.
22:00 - 22:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
22:30 - 23:00
Medical Frontiers
Talk
. Limited mobility can restrict blood flow, causing pressure injuries. To address them, Japanese experts are developing advanced bedding and other technologies. Erica Angyal, Maxwell Powers.
23:00 - 23:30
NHK Newsline
News
. A timely presentation of the daily news in Japan and abroad, featuring up-to-the-minute national and international events that have shaped the day's events, items of interest in the Japanese community, special events and the sports scores.
23:30 - 23:45
BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life
Documentary
, Episode 45, Season 1. 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
Documentary
. 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
Documentary
. 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.