The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games are now only three years away. In February, NHK WORLD TV will introduce international viewers to the attractions of Tokyo as well as its neighbouring prefectures: Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba. The programs will be broadcast under the theme “One Step from Tokyo”. TOKYO EYE 2020 will feature the cities of Kawasaki, Omiya and Funabashi in a three-part series. The profile of Kawasaki (Kanagawa Prefecture) will include the … [Read more...] about Tokyo Neighbours in the Spotlight for 2020
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First half year of Kumamoto Earthquake
Tokyo - NHK World TV will mark a half year since the Kumamoto Earthquake in April with news reports and programs that focus on the affected areas and other parts of Kyushu, southern Japan. We will bring the latest situation of the region, the reconstruction process and forward-looking efforts of residents. The programming is grouped under the title Kyushu: Waiting for You. Japan Railway Journal and other shows will feature the area along with reports produced by the NHK’s Kumamoto … [Read more...] about First half year of Kumamoto Earthquake
Tokyo Eye 2020 features Michelle Chong
Singapore – NHK WORLD TV is pleased to announce Michelle Chong as the first guest reporter not residing in Japan to appear on Tokyo Eye 2020; a travel infotainment show featuring the ultimate tourist destinations for food, beauty, lifestyle, art and architecture in the metropolis that will be home to the next Olympic and Paralympics Games in 2020. Presenting two episodes that will air locally in October 2016, Michelle will introduce to viewers some of the city’s lesser known delicacies … [Read more...] about Tokyo Eye 2020 features Michelle Chong
My Small Steps from Hiroshima on NHK
Tokyo, Japan- NHK WORLD TV will broadcast My Small Steps from Hiroshima, a programme on the Japanese-American man, Kaoru Ogura, who devoted himself to convey Hiroshima’s devastation abroad. The programme examines recently discovered records and diaries in Ogura’s own hand as well as recollections of his meetings with people from many countries Ogura was passionate about communicating the tragedy of the bombing. He interviewed survivors, conducted research, and sent more than 800 pages of … [Read more...] about My Small Steps from Hiroshima on NHK
NHK launches GRAND SUMO Highlights
Tokyo- In light of the upcoming grand sumo tournaments, NHK WORLD TV will be starting GRAND SUMO Highlights, a daily round-up of the six grand sumo tournaments taking place in Japan, with the Nagoya tournament being first up. The programme focuses on the top Makuuchi division and the most rousing matches of the day. GRAND SUMO Highlights includes introductions to sumo history and "Sumopedia" vignettes on Saturday and Sunday. This is a sensational time for sumo, with a yokozuna (grand … [Read more...] about NHK launches GRAND SUMO Highlights
NHK expands VOD offering
Tokyo- NHK WORLD TV has increased Video-on-Demand (VOD) from 13 to 27 programmes. The number of NHK WORLD VOD users has more than doubled since June last year, and many have written in to ask for more titles. The expansion includes new programmes such as A Century on Film, Direct Talk, and J-Trip Plan. Established titles include Tokyo Fashion Express and Samurai Wheels. In general, VOD programmes will be available for two to four weeks after broadcast. … [Read more...] about NHK expands VOD offering
