NHK World TV

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NHK World TV is an English-language news and information channel produced by Japan’s public broadcaster, NHK. Its programming centers on current events from Asia and the Pacific, with a strong emphasis on Japanese politics, economy, and culture. Regular segments cover international diplomacy, technology developments, and environmental issues, often featuring on-the-ground reporting from correspondents across the region. Documentaries and cultural programs explore topics such as traditional crafts, cuisine, and historical sites in Japan. The channel also airs live coverage of major events like natural disasters or political summits, providing a perspective rooted in Japanese editorial standards. In Germany, it is available through select cable and satellite providers, offering an alternative source for Asian-focused news.

Beyond news, the schedule includes programs on business trends, science, and lifestyle topics, with occasional features on music and the arts. Some slots are dedicated to educational content, such as language lessons or explanations of Japanese social customs. Viewers can access the channel via live streaming on its official website, where recent episodes of flagship programs are also archived. TV guide listings for German providers typically show NHK World TV under international or documentary categories, with fixed time slots for its hourly news bulletins and repeat broadcasts of feature segments throughout the day

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Direct Talk #282
19:30 - 19:45
Direct Talk #282
Jellyfish Dreams
Talk-show
Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to...
JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
19:45 - 20:00
JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
Portable Fetal Monitors
Technology
Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: portable fetal monitors. (Senderinfo).
NEWSROOM TOKYO
20:00 - 20:28
NEWSROOM TOKYO
News
NEWSROOM TOKYO dives deeper into the day's news with insight and analysis, from the perspective of Japan and the rest of Asia. We put a spotlight on what you need to know to understand the issues. (Senderinfo).
Direct Talk #243
LIVE 20:28 - 20:43
Direct Talk #243
A Drop of Hope for Peace
Talk-show
Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to...
On the Wings 5min.
20:43 - 20:48
On the Wings 5min.
Kagoshima to Amami Airport
Tourism
Hop on a plane and view Japan from the sky! It's nearly the apex of summer, and we're heading to the nature rich Amami Oshima Island, which recently became a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. (Senderinfo).
National Parks of Japan
20:48 - 20:55
National Parks of Japan
#2 Akan-Mashu
Landscape
Akan-Mashu National Park is home to Lake Akan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Mashu. It provides unique winter sights and the opportunity to experience the indigenous Ainu culture. (Senderinfo).
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE
20:55 - 21:00
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE
New Year's Concert in the Inner Chambers
Documentary
The traditional, everyday life of the inhabitants of Edo (Old Tokyo) lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual Ukiyo-e print...
Science View
21:00 - 21:30
Science View
Science
A Japanese marine research team looks for plastics on the Pacific Ocean floor, 6,000 meters down. Plus, monitoring neutrinos to better understand the Earth's long-term future. (Senderinfo).
FRONTRUNNERS
21:30 - 22:00
FRONTRUNNERS
Supporting Street Children – Watanabe Hiroki
Documentary
Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society. (Senderinfo).
NHK NEWSLINE<NY>
22:00 - 22:30
NHK NEWSLINE<NY>
News
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. (Senderinfo).
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
22:30 - 23:00
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Eating + Drinking
Peaches take the spotlight. From June to October, new varieties appear every two weeks, letting people enjoy them for months. Big, sweet, and juicy discover the charm of Japan's finest peaches. (Senderinfo).
NHK NEWSLINE<NY>
23:00 - 23:30
NHK NEWSLINE<NY>
News
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. (Senderinfo).
Dive in Tokyo
23:30 - 00:00
Dive in Tokyo
The Meguro River – A Mirror of Urban Transformation
Tourism
The 8 km-long Meguro River has long supported the lives of people in the southwest of central Tokyo. Come along as we discover how its tumultuous history mirrors the evolution of the city itself. (Senderinfo).
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