NHK will end its Radio 2 broadcast late on the 29th. From the 30th, it will be reorganized into two stations: “NHK AM,” which will take over the Radio 1 frequency, and “NHK FM.”
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NHK Radio 2
NHK Radio 2 is a public radio service of Japan’s national broadcaster, NHK, which first began broadcasting in 1931. It primarily focuses on educational and cultural programming, including language courses, classical music, and in-depth news analysis, serving as a key medium for informative content in Japan.
NHK AM
NHK AM refers to the AM radio broadcasting services operated by NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), Japan’s public broadcaster. It began in 1925 with the country’s first radio broadcast and has since been a primary source of news, emergency information, and cultural programming, especially through its flagship General (News) and Educational radio networks.
NHK FM
NHK FM is the FM radio broadcasting service of NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), Japan’s public broadcaster. It was launched in 1969 to provide high-fidelity music and cultural programming, distinct from NHK’s AM radio news and drama focus. Today, it is renowned for its classical music, reliable news, and lack of commercial advertising.
NHK Ebetsu Radio 2 Broadcasting Station
The NHK Ebetsu Radio 2 Broadcasting Station is a mediumwave transmission facility located in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan. It was established in 1962 to improve radio reception in the region, primarily broadcasting NHK Radio 1 and Radio 2 programs to the Sapporo metropolitan area and surrounding regions. The station is notable for its two tall radio masts, which are local landmarks.
