NHK World TV
Germany
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
Schedule
07:30 - 08:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Hakodate: Lights Illuminating Winter
Country + Residents
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. (Senderinfo).
08:00 - 08:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
08:30 - 08:57
Hometown Stories
Forging Bonds Late in Life
People
Ike-san is a small nursing care facility in Ehime Prefecture. Founder Ikeuchi Daisuke considers the residents and visitors his family. But what does being part of such an unusual family mean? (Senderinfo).
08:57 - 09:00
Easy Japanese
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san
Language lessons
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san.; To explain what you intend to do, say a verb followed by "tsumori desu." So "watasu" (to give) becomes "watasu tsumori desu." (Senderinfo).
09:00 - 09:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
09:30 - 10:00
Journeys in Japan
Hida: Deep Winter Escape
Tourism
Kyle Card visits snowy Furukawa, a former castle town hidden in mountainous Hida, where he discovers traditional architecture and candles, as well as a food culture born from deep winters. (Senderinfo).
10:00 - 10:30
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. (Senderinfo).
10:30 - 10:55
The Factory Wonders
Technology
Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback. (Senderinfo).
10:55 - 11:00
Time-lapse Japan
HAGI: An Open-Air Museum
Country + Residents
Hagi, a World Heritage site of ten described as an "open-air museum," is lined with merchant and samurai houses and retains much of its 17th-century townscape. Soak in the atmosphere, in time-lapse. (Senderinfo).
11:00 - 11:28
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).
11:28 - 11:43
Direct Talk #269
Breathing New Life into Old Kimonos
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...
11:43 - 11:55
Culture Crossroads
A Fistful of Dreams in Nepal and Japan
Documentary
We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for. (Senderinfo).
11:55 - 12:00
HELLO!NHK WORLD JAPAN
Programs About Aichi in September
Infotainment
In September, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Aichi. "Traveling the Season of Japan" captures its scenery over a year. "Treasure Box Japan" was made by local cable TV companies. (Senderinfo).
12:00 - 12:30
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).
12:30 - 13:00
Dive in Tokyo
Ikebukuro
Tourism
Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way. (Senderinfo).
13:00 - 13:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
13:30 - 14:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Hakodate: Lights Illuminating Winter
Country + Residents
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. (Senderinfo).
14:00 - 14:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
14:30 - 15:00
Medical Frontiers
Nuclear Medicine to Treat Cancer
Magazine
Nuclear medicine therapy involves delivering radiation-emitting drugs directly inside the body to treat refractory cancers. We explore the mechanism of the therapy and the latest developments. (Senderinfo).
15:00 - 15:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
15:30 - 15:55
The Factory Wonders
Technology
Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback. (Senderinfo).
15:55 - 16:00
Time-lapse Japan
HAGI: An Open-Air Museum
Country + Residents
Hagi, a World Heritage site of ten described as an "open-air museum," is lined with merchant and samurai houses and retains much of its 17th-century townscape. Soak in the atmosphere, in time-lapse. (Senderinfo).
16:00 - 16:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
16:30 - 16:57
Hometown Stories
Forging Bonds Late in Life
People
Ike-san is a small nursing care facility in Ehime Prefecture. Founder Ikeuchi Daisuke considers the residents and visitors his family. But what does being part of such an unusual family mean? (Senderinfo).
16:57 - 17:00
Easy Japanese
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san
Language lessons
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san.; To explain what you intend to do, say a verb followed by "tsumori desu." So "watasu" (to give) becomes "watasu tsumori desu." (Senderinfo).
17:00 - 17:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
17:30 - 17:40
Magical Japanese
Grass
Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to grass. Explore the unique culture behind them. (Senderinfo).
17:40 - 17:45
Easy Japanese
#44 I've heard he's giving another recital
Language lessons
#44 I've heard he's giving another recital.; To tell someone what you heard from someone else, use adjectives or verbs without "masu" or "desu," then add "soo desu." (Senderinfo).
17:45 - 17:55
Culture Crossroads
Documentary
We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for. (Senderinfo).
17:55 - 18:00
HELLO!NHK WORLD JAPAN
Programs About Aichi in September
Infotainment
In September, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Aichi. "Traveling the Season of Japan" captures its scenery over a year. "Treasure Box Japan" was made by local cable TV companies. (Senderinfo).
18:00 - 18:28
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).
18:28 - 18:43
Direct Talk #269
Breathing New Life into Old Kimonos
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...
18:43 - 18:55
Century Signboards
Social issues
An oasis in the heart of Tokyo with ties to the post-World War II US occupation, this restaurant has shaped Japanese food trends for over 100 years. (Senderinfo).
18:55 - 19:00
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE
Fishing for a Summer Delicacy
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...
19:00 - 19:30
Today's Close-Up
Keeping Japan on Track: Rail Companies Face Maintenance Issues
Information magazine
Maintenance problems on Japan's railways have led to a recent string of accidents and disruptions. We look into what companies are doing to protect workers and ensure stable operations. (Senderinfo).
19:30 - 20:00
Seasoning the Seasons
Hakodate: Lights Illuminating Winter
Country + Residents
This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history. (Senderinfo).
20:00 - 20:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
20:30 - 21:00
Medical Frontiers
Nuclear Medicine to Treat Cancer
Magazine
Nuclear medicine therapy involves delivering radiation-emitting drugs directly inside the body to treat refractory cancers. We explore the mechanism of the therapy and the latest developments. (Senderinfo).
21:00 - 21:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
21:30 - 21:45
BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life
Nankai Trough Megaquake
Documentary
A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing for this impending disaster with cutting-edge technology. (Senderinfo).
21:45 - 21:55
IMPACTS: Climates Change the World
Documentary
The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact. (Senderinfo).
21:55 - 22:00
Time-lapse Japan
HAGI: With the Flow
Country + Residents
Locals in Hagi, on a delta facing the Sea of Japan, have lived in harmony with its waters. Beautiful time-lapse footage captures people crossing rivers by boat and canals flowing into homes. (Senderinfo).
22:00 - 22:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
22:30 - 22:40
Magical Japanese
Grass
Japanese
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode looks at words related to grass. Explore the unique culture behind them. (Senderinfo).
22:40 - 22:45
Easy Japanese
#44 I've heard he's giving another recital
Language lessons
#44 I've heard he's giving another recital.; To tell someone what you heard from someone else, use adjectives or verbs without "masu" or "desu," then add "soo desu." (Senderinfo).
22:45 - 22:55
Culture Crossroads
Documentary
We follow Darshan Khadka, a high-schooler who became a pro boxer in Japan. Struggling with a sense of isolation far from his native Nepal, he found at the boxing gym a family and dreams to fight for. (Senderinfo).
22:55 - 23:00
HELLO!NHK WORLD JAPAN
Programs About Aichi in September
Infotainment
In September, NHK WORLD-JAPAN focuses on Aichi. "Traveling the Season of Japan" captures its scenery over a year. "Treasure Box Japan" was made by local cable TV companies. (Senderinfo).
23:00 - 23:30
NHK NEWSLINE
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).
23:30 - 23:57
Hometown Stories
Forging Bonds Late in Life
People
Ike-san is a small nursing care facility in Ehime Prefecture. Founder Ikeuchi Daisuke considers the residents and visitors his family. But what does being part of such an unusual family mean? (Senderinfo).
23:57 - 00:00
Easy Japanese
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san
Language lessons
#42 I'm going to give them to Yuuki-san.; To explain what you intend to do, say a verb followed by "tsumori desu." So "watasu" (to give) becomes "watasu tsumori desu." (Senderinfo).