Monday, December 29th TV listings for NGN4 (NHK World) HD
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cinematic Journey Mt. Fuji Long Trail / Outdoors
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
Ramen Japan Kamaishi, Iwate
The filmmakers spotlight the ramen of Kamaishi, Iwate, its ultra-thin noodles and amber broth, and the story of a people who overcame disaster.
Medical Frontiers Things You Should Do To Prevent CKD New
The filmmakers take a look at clinical trials in regenerative medicine and a large-scale study in Japan that has shown how improving one's diet and lifestyle can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan Triangular Roofs Bring People Together Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama
The filmmakers explore Shirakawa-go, one of Japan's snowiest regions, famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes.
Hit the Road 5minutes Hiroshima New
We'll be driving through Hiroshima Prefecture, with our goal being the famed Itsukushima Shrine; along the way, we'll make a few stops off the beaten path that will amaze you!
Where We Call Home Follow Your Heart and Listen to the Soup!
Austrian fashion designer Edwina Horl Ota works to bring her late husband's Tokyo ramen shop back to its former glory; Chinese Masuda Sei talks about her commitment to providing passengers a comfortable ride on a sparkly clean train.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
My Street Piano Kagoshima
Hometown Stories Making Art with Autism
An insight into various facets of provincial Japanese lifestyle, culture, industries, cuisine, and way of life. In addition, understand Japanese life outside major metropolitan areas.
Satoyama Kitchen Diary Fancy and Flavourful Dried Persimmons
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Niihama Taiko Matsuri: Niihama
Teams of around 150 people carry "taikodai," large parade floats housing a huge taiko drum. They compete to give the most powerful synchronized performance.
Nun's Seasonal Calendar September
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
Magical Japanese Hot water
Poet Peter MacMillan introduces Japanese words that relate to hot water and a bath and explains the significance of hot water in daily life of the Japanese.
Easy Japanese Please Speak Slowly
Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.
Culture Crossroads Japanese High-Tech Toys Go Global!
Li Xiaoyu explains how Japanese toymakers combine technology and cuteness to emerge at the top of the market.
The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Biz Stream Special Edition Fashion Forward Business Models - Others
The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces The Power of a God
The filmmakers take a look at a Japanese sword made by Kuniyuki that is imbued with the power of the deity known as Fudo-myo-o.
Direct Talk Making Documentaries Like Dramatic Movies
Hara Kazuo, a Golden Ring Special Edition prize winner, talks about his vision for documentaries and the dark side of movies.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Mini Horsehair Crab
Reporters visit Tokyo's fresh food market and explore various recipes that celebrate ingredients sourced from across Japan.
On the Wings Haneda to Fukuoka Airport
Witness the virtual excursion from an airplane and take a look at the wonderful view during the flight to Fukuoka from an airplane window.
Ukiyoe Edo-Life The Piercing Gaze
The filmmakers examine the identity and motivation of a man striking a pose in a woodblock print by the artist Sharaku.
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic catalogue of channels dubbed into English.
Seasoning the Seasons Sharing Happiness: Hot Pots in Japan
Visiting places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
MATSURI: The Heartbeat of Japan Niihama Taiko Matsuri: Niihama
Teams of around 150 people carry "taikodai," large parade floats housing a huge taiko drum. They compete to give the most powerful synchronized performance.
Nun's Seasonal Calendar September
NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.
Medical Frontiers Things You Should Do To Prevent CKD
The filmmakers take a look at clinical trials in regenerative medicine and a large-scale study in Japan that has shown how improving one's diet and lifestyle can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cinematic Journey Mt. Fuji Long Trail / Outdoors
Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mount Fuji and discovers its secrets.
Ramen Japan Kamaishi, Iwate
The filmmakers spotlight the ramen of Kamaishi, Iwate, its ultra-thin noodles and amber broth, and the story of a people who overcame disaster.
Where We Call Home Follow Your Heart and Listen to the Soup!
Austrian fashion designer Edwina Horl Ota works to bring her late husband's Tokyo ramen shop back to its former glory; Chinese Masuda Sei talks about her commitment to providing passengers a comfortable ride on a sparkly clean train.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Biz Stream Special Edition Fashion Forward Business Models - Others
One in Every Japanese 1/156: Transgenders
Transgender people discuss work, marriage and leisure, as they try to live their normal daily lives in a society still lacking in understanding.
Magical Japanese Hot water
Poet Peter MacMillan introduces Japanese words that relate to hot water and a bath and explains the significance of hot water in daily life of the Japanese.
Easy Japanese Please Speak Slowly
Helping viewers to learn the Japanese language with the meaning of various words and their correct usage with context.
Culture Crossroads Japanese High-Tech Toys Go Global!
Li Xiaoyu explains how Japanese toymakers combine technology and cuteness to emerge at the top of the market.
The hosts introduce a collection of productions, from special reports to documentaries, to provide the latest information on Japan and other Asian countries.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.