NHK WORLD-JAPAN 4+

The app is currently no longer capable of casting across to google’s chromecast (the app will connect, but fail to cast any program across). This has already been reported multiple times.

As a stand alone app on a portable device it serves its function well, allowing viewers up-to-date broadcasts of NHK world tv, in addition to a limited back catalogue on demand. Some of its programming provides a better tour guide to future visitors than most travel guides, and the sumo highlights are more than enough for casual viewers to keep up to date (and whet the appetite of new, potential fans of the sport).
The app has some measure of customization available, allowing for an easier/quicker navigation through the back-catalogue (although it would be nice if viewers could choose to make a playlist, or something similar for programs they personally enjoy most). It would also be helpful to be notified when certain programs are available on their schedule.

All in all, a decent app that serves as an excellent resource for admirers of Japanese culture, and those who wish to travel there eventually.
Hopefully, by the time you’re reading this, the casting issue will be dealt with (and the compression issues on some broadcasts quality will be resolved too).

Hi, I’d like to be able to arrange the show in order of my favorite and setting up the tabs myself. It take very long time to find Science View, Lunch On and the Professionals each day, and be able to save the video and watch later, I can never catch the right day to watch. If I can pick the videos for next week, save it and watch it all at the end of the week would be great.

I’d like to save my favorite show to the top tab bar(where the Sumo tab bar is) and put all my favorite show in it, would be much for easier for me to find where they are

I’ve had this app for over 5 years now. I watch around 3 shows weekly. I couldn’t be happier with it. A multifaceted experience of Japanese culture, in English (spoken and subtitles). The on-demand program list is regularly updated. My preferred shows are Design Talks Plus, Japanology Plus, 72 Hours, Cycling Around Japan and Hometown Stories. My absolute favorite is Somewhere Street. The player is simple but always reliable. Note that skip forward/back function is available if you switch to screen-in-screen. Please continue this high quality and valuable service! The inspiration and insight it provides is deeply appreciated.