Saturday, May 23rd TV listings for NGN4 (NHK World) HD
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK WORLD SHOWCASE covers a variety of genres, including pilot episodes of newly-developed programs and special features.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Biz Stream New
The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.
Story Land in Classical Japanese Makura no Soshi (The Pillow Book)
The host presents classical Japanese literature, in both original form and modern rendition, that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan.
Mitateru-Phose: Let's Change Perspective!
A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cycle Around Japan Oita - Warming Body and Soul
Bicycle touring around the world.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Trails to Oishii Tokyo Peach
Cultivating Japanese peaches; new ways to enjoy peaches unique to their cultivation areas; a chef uses peaches in Italian dishes.
Hit the Road 5minutes Kagoshima
Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Bustling Scenes of Old Tokyo Plum Estate, Kameido by Hiroshige
With its splendid branches and white plum blossoms, this famous painting is known for captivating Van Gogh; discover why people were able to tell this was a specific tree at Kameido Umeyashiki.
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
Sumopedia Salt Tossing New
The filmmakers take a look at the tradition of salt-tossing as a way to purge the ring before the match in sumo wrestling.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life Ensuring a Safe Journey in Japan
Lemi Duncan examines the government's efforts to ensure the safety of foreigners visiting Japan during disasters.
Design Museum Japan Landscape Design Around Ice Keeping
Tsukamoto Yoshiharu visits Nara; long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.
Kabuki Kool Before a Kabuki Tour Begins
Exploring the world of Kabuki, featuring modern themes and Kabuki's creative staging.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK WORLD SHOWCASE covers a variety of genres, including pilot episodes of newly-developed programs and special features.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.
Story Land in Classical Japanese Makura no Soshi (The Pillow Book)
The host presents classical Japanese literature, in both original form and modern rendition, that conveys the worldview of ancient Japan.
Mitateru-Phose: Let's Change Perspective!
A comprehensive compilation of insightful tales that cater to the interests of young viewers by incorporating elements of humor.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cycle Around Japan Oita - Warming Body and Soul
Bicycle touring around the world.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
History Uncovered Kimono Dress: Japan's Clothing Revolution New
Experts help uncover the history of Japan and its people through important stories vital to the country's culture.
Cinematic Journey GEOLOGICAL WONDERS New
Kyle Card explores the ancient forces that shaped the San'in Kaigan Geopark Trail, which connects the coastlines of Tottori, Hyogo and Kyoto.
Ukiyoe Edo-Life On a Snowy Night New
The filmmakers explore how sweet and savory food helps the Edo townspeople keep warm in the snowy winter.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
BOSAI: Science That Can Save Your Life Ensuring a Safe Journey in Japan
Lemi Duncan examines the government's efforts to ensure the safety of foreigners visiting Japan during disasters.
Design Museum Japan Landscape Design Around Ice Keeping
Tsukamoto Yoshiharu visits Nara; long ago, people in Nara preserved ice by building an icehouse on a mountain ridge, showing how architecture can make use of natural characteristics.
NHK WORLD TV Special Program New
NHK WORLD presents news, current affairs, and documentaries focussing on Japan and Asia.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK WORLD SHOWCASE covers a variety of genres, including pilot episodes of newly-developed programs and special features.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
J-MELO Night Tempo and MEminor New
May J. presents DJ Night Tempo, the driving force behind a worldwide city-pop boom, and up-and-coming indie rock band MEminor are in the studio to chat and perform.
Little Charo New
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home.
Japanology Plus Mini Ueno New
Ueno is home to world-class cultural facilities, a bustling street market, a historic shrine, and much more. We look at some of the many features that make this diverse urban environment so popular.
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan Chichibu: The Great Outdoors with Cats New
The filmmaker follows the local cats in Chichibu as they watch over the fields and guide tourists through the mountains.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cycle Around Japan Highlights Kii Mountains: Climbing Uphill with a Smile New
Discovering Japan by bicycle, exploring a side of Japan not found in guidebooks.
The Wakey Show New
Wakey and his friends deliver interesting facts about science, nature, art and history through sketches and performances.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan Blending Beauty and Battle Defense: Himeji Castle New
The filmmakers shed light on the history, function and beauty of Himeji Castle, a wooden castle built without a single nail.
The Seasons of Yamato Lesser Fullness Whispers of Water New
The filmmaker presents poetic videos in collaboration with Mine Kawakami, a renowned pianist, to make one experience the seasons of Yamato, a former province in Japan.
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
Sumopedia Salt Tossing
The filmmakers take a look at the tradition of salt-tossing as a way to purge the ring before the match in sumo wrestling.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic catalogue of channels dubbed into English.
Core Kyoto Mini Washi New
A look at Japan's ancient capital; against its backdrop of culture and tradition, Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire, even after being established 1200 years ago.
Easy Japanese for Work Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late. New
Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore unique business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.
Zero Waste Life Waste Fabric, New Material New
Himei Akira transforms substandard fabric from his dye works into a new composite material, which can be made into furniture or small accessories.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Documentary 360 New
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan Blending Beauty and Battle Defense: Himeji Castle
The filmmakers shed light on the history, function and beauty of Himeji Castle, a wooden castle built without a single nail.
The Seasons of Yamato Lesser Fullness Whispers of Water
The filmmaker presents poetic videos in collaboration with Mine Kawakami, a renowned pianist, to make one experience the seasons of Yamato, a former province in Japan.
Grand Sumo Live Day 15 New
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
Cycle Around Japan Highlights Kii Mountains: Climbing Uphill with a Smile
Discovering Japan by bicycle, exploring a side of Japan not found in guidebooks.
Wakey and his friends deliver interesting facts about science, nature, art and history through sketches and performances.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
J-MELO Night Tempo and MEminor
May J. presents DJ Night Tempo, the driving force behind a worldwide city-pop boom, and up-and-coming indie rock band MEminor are in the studio to chat and perform.
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home.
Japanology Plus Mini Ueno
Ueno is home to world-class cultural facilities, a bustling street market, a historic shrine, and much more. We look at some of the many features that make this diverse urban environment so popular.
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan Chichibu: The Great Outdoors with Cats
The filmmaker follows the local cats in Chichibu as they watch over the fields and guide tourists through the mountains.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic catalogue of channels dubbed into English.
Core Kyoto Mini Washi
A look at Japan's ancient capital; against its backdrop of culture and tradition, Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire, even after being established 1200 years ago.
Easy Japanese for Work Telling passengers in a hurry that they may be late.
Foreigners learn useful Japanese workplace expressions, explore unique business cultures and improve kanji proficiency.
Zero Waste Life Waste Fabric, New Material
Himei Akira transforms substandard fabric from his dye works into a new composite material, which can be made into furniture or small accessories.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
NHK Newsline New
Japan's disaster relief; Asia news; business and global current events.
The filmmakers shed light on facts and information on various topics, including politics, economics, social trends and the environment from Japan and around the world.