NHK gogaku

You can use it as Radio streaming.

NHK (JAPAN BROADCASTING CORP.) · jp.or.nhk.gogaku

4.0 out of 5 (2 ratings) 1M+ downloads v10.1.0 50.5 MB Android 7.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v10.1.0 (60)
Updated: Jan 6, 2026 (9 months ago)
APK size: 50.5 MB
Requires: Android 7.0+ (API 24)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Category: Education (app)
Listed since: Nov 21, 2022 (at least)
Permissions: 9
Website: www2.nhk.or.jp/gogaku/app
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

NHK gogaku is an app by NHK (JAPAN BROADCASTING CORP.) in the Education category, listed since at least November 2022. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

It asks for 9 permissions, none of them sensitive. It asks for the same permissions as version 10.0.0.

What's new in v10.1.0

News × English is now easier to use! Updates Content available from 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:45 a.m. Articles from October 1, 2025 will be accessible for 4 weeks (28 days). Stability improved with minor fixes. We will keep improving to support your learning. Enjoy the updated NHK Gogaku.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

This app is a free service officially provided by NHK Gogaku, the portal site for NHK's language programs. Packed with features to support your daily language learning, it allows you to continue studying at your own pace-anytime, anywhere-not just through TV and radio broadcasts, but also via the app. By using it alongside NHK's language programs, you can enjoy your learning experience even more! Main Features - Radio Program Streaming (English & More) Listen to NHK's language courses broadcast on NHK Radio 2 (some programs also air on NHK-FM) from start to finish. The app supports eight languages, including English, and programs are available for streaming for one week starting the following Monday. The service area is limited to within Japan. We determine your location based on your IP address, but depending on your internet connection status, there may be cases where you cannot listen even within the country. - "News × English" Improve your English skills through the latest news! Learn real-world English while also understanding the background behind current events. This feature helps you broaden your knowledge and enhance your English learning experience.

Version history

3 versions are listed, going back to v9.0.0.

v10.1.0 LATEST Jan 6, 2026 50.5 MB TRUSTED v10.0.0 Nov 19, 2025 50.6 MB TRUSTED v9.0.0 Jul 2, 2024 47 MB TRUSTED

All 3 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Jan 6, 2026.
Certificate issued to “NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation)” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Jan 6, 2026
Validated against Google Play Jan 6, 2026
Signed byCN=NHK, OU=NHK, O=NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), L=Shibuya, ST=Tokyo, C=JP
Signing certificate (SHA-1)BD:BB:1A:2F:F3:4B:09:32:98:D1:7E:15:7E:68:6A:21:6D:20:EA:74
File MD5a7343036315a2e043e7b81c445d63ee0
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (9)

NHK gogaku requests 9 permissions, none of them sensitive.

Foreground service media playback android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) jp.or.nhk.gogaku.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Schedule exact alarms android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch

NHK gogaku APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the NHK gogaku APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is a7343036315a2e043e7b81c445d63ee0.