Thursday, October 8th 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.
Japanology Plus Octopuses
Japan has a long history with octopi, creatures that are not only eaten in the country but also depicted in works of art.
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.
Japan Railway Journal Battling the Snow: Japan's Northern Railways New
The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.
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.
Today's Close-Up New
Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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.
Backstage Japan Tokiwa Zoo
At a zoo in western Japan, animals are not confined in cages. Explore the innovative approaches used to recreate natural habitats and allow visitors to experience wildlife up close.
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.
Core Kyoto Shotengai: Bustling shopping streets reflect their neighborhood
The filmmakers take a look at Shotengai's 150 shopping areas, which reflect the diversity of the local culture.
Newsroom Tokyo New
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
Direct Talk Considering Our Future Through Dinosaur Research
In June 2025, Kobayashi Yoshitsugu published a trailblazing paper, illuminating the evolutionary process of large tyrannosaurs. He explains how such research helps us consider the future of humanity.
On the Wings Osaka to Aomori Airport New
The filmmakers soar over the snow-clad expanses of Northern Japan, where the majestic Japanese Alps rise.
One in Every Japanese 1/1000: Lay Judges New
Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.
Ukiyoe Edo-Life The Building Blocks of Edo New
The filmmakers shed light on Hokusai's artwork portraying workers at a sawmill using tools and their honed skills to prepare the building blocks of Edo life.
Hometown Stories The Charcoal-Maker's Apprentice
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.
Easy Japanese I Lost My Wallet
The host introduces a Japanese expression that can be used to explain something that has been done without intention.
Japanology Plus Octopuses
Japan has a long history with octopi, creatures that are not only eaten in the country but also depicted in works of art.
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.
Japan Railway Journal Battling the Snow: Japan's Northern Railways
The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.
NHK Newsline New
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
Today's Close-Up New
Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
NHK Newsline New
Bringing up-to-date news from Japan, Asia and around the world; team covers breaking news and major developments, with trusted anchors to tie it all together.
Core Kyoto Shotengai: Bustling shopping streets reflect their neighborhood
The filmmakers take a look at Shotengai's 150 shopping areas, which reflect the diversity of the local culture.
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.
Backstage Japan Tokiwa Zoo
At a zoo in western Japan, animals are not confined in cages. Explore the innovative approaches used to recreate natural habitats and allow visitors to experience wildlife up close.
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.
Today's Close-Up New
Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
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.
Asia Insight New
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth.
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.
Spiritual Explorers Wagashi: Nature in Sweets New
An explorer discovers the world of "wagashi," delicate sweets designed to reflect nature and the seasons, and learns to craft these edible works of art.
One in Every Japanese 1/1000: Lay Judges
Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.
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.
Japan Railway Journal Battling the Snow: Japan's Northern Railways
The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.
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.
Seasoning the Seasons The Hidden Side of Nikko
The filmmakers explore the city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture, one of Japan's leading tourist destinations with many popular sites. The filmmakers visit the Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its remarkable sculptures.
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.
Today's Close-Up New
Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
Newsline Asia 24 New
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
Asia Insight New
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth.
Newsline Asia 24 New
Daily news program that picks up the key news stories of the past 24 hours from Japan and around Asia.
Spiritual Explorers Wagashi: Nature in Sweets
An explorer discovers the world of "wagashi," delicate sweets designed to reflect nature and the seasons, and learns to craft these edible works of art.
One in Every Japanese 1/1000: Lay Judges
Lay judges in Japan share their experience of working in courts and joining a networking event for former lay judges.
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.
Document 72 Hours At a Huge Thrift Store in Saitama
The filmmakers explore why customers visit a large thrift store near Tokyo, which offers a variety of second-hand goods.
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.
Japan Railway Journal Battling the Snow: Japan's Northern Railways
The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.
NHK News 7 New
NEWS7 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.
Today's Close-Up New
Dig deeper into current affairs; cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.
Newsroom Tokyo New
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
Direct Talk Establishing a Pediatric Hub in Asia New
Yoshioka Hideto discusses his tenure leading the international NGO Japan Heart for over 20 years, providing free medical support in developing nations. He shares plans to establish a hub for paediatric care in Cambodia.
IMPACTS:Climates Change the World When Cows Feel Extreme Heat New
Experts use scientific data and the latest discoveries to analyze the impact of global warming and explore potential solutions.
Chatroom Japan New
Foreign residents talk about their experience of living in Japan, including special projects they have launched to support their home communities.
Newsroom Tokyo New
We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.
Asia Insight New
An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth.