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NHK Plus is a video streaming service that allows you to watch terrestrial broadcast programs on the Internet. Programs eligible for "missed delivery" can be viewed for 7 days after the end of General TV and E-television programs.
Enjoy more on the NHK Plus PC version on the big screen. Enjoy the game more comfortably on the big screen of your PC without worrying about power outages or lack of airtime!
In this article, we will summarize and introduce the advantages, disadvantages, and how to download your favorite contents of NHK Plus PC version.
NHK Plus PC Version Merit and Demerit
Merit of NHK Plus PC version
- You can now watch NHK broadcasts anywhere.
- You can watch in real time on your smartphone or PC because of the always-on, always-simultaneous streaming.
- If you register your ID, you can watch broadcasts you have missed.
- NHK broadcasts can be viewed for free for one week after the broadcast ends.
- A "catch-up playback" function that allows users to return to the beginning or middle of a program during broadcast is also available.
- Video quality is fine and smooth. Picture quality can be selected from high, medium, low, and minimum.
- Audio is 2CH (2 languages, commentary broadcast) Subtitles are also available. Can be set here.
- There is no additional increase in NHK reception fees. (For the recipient and his/her family members (who reside in the same household)).
Disadvantages of NHK Plus PC version
- Not all NHK programs are available due to rights issues.
- Service is limited to Japan only. Cannot be used from overseas.
- Even though it is a simultaneous service, there is a delay of 30 to 40 seconds.
- NHK Plus PC Version
NHK Plus is free! However, payment of subscription fee is required.
NHK Plus is available for free if you have paid the regular NHK subscription fee.
Since NHK Plus is funded by regular subscription fees, there is no need to pay additional fees.
However, if a person who has not paid the subscription fee uses the service, he/she may not be able to register an ID as described below , and in some cases may be charged a new subscription fee.
Difference between NHK Plus and NHK On Demand
*The above table is current as of May 2022.
There is no fee to use NHK Plus, but the condition for using the service is that you have signed an NHK broadcast subscription contract and have paid the subscription fee.
In addition, since NHK Plus is a service that mainly offers missed broadcasts of NHK dramas, the available movies are limited to the past week's worth of videos.
In comparison, "NHK On Demand" is a service that offers 7,000 NHK videos.
For 990 yen/month (tax included), you can watch all programs in an unlimited package or purchase individual works.
Download videos from NHK Plus PC version
Mystream Downloader
1. Access Mystream Downloader's official website and install the software.
2. Launch Mystream Downloader and use the search tool at the top to access the NHK Plus PC version. (https://plus.nhk.jp/を入力)
By the way, you can use the software without registration. However, if you have not registered, you will be able to watch real-time viewing, but will not be able to watch any missed broadcasts.
3. play the video you want to download, and the download analysis will start.
4. When the analysis is finished, click "Download Now" and the download will begin immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive a postcard when I register for NHK Plus?
Before February 13, 2022, when you registered for NHK Plus, you received a postcard with a confirmation code, but to simplify the process, you will now receive an e-mail instead of a postcard.
NHK will confirm your subscription contract when you register your ID, and if there are no problems, you will be able to use NHK Plus immediately.
In the unlikely event that the reception contract cannot be confirmed, you may receive a confirmation e-mail from NHK. Please make sure that you have paid the reception fee before registering.