.nhk Domain
.nhk is a brand domain delegated in 2014 and reserved exclusively for Japan Broadcasting Corporation (NHK), Japan's public broadcaster, based in Tokyo.
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About the .NHK domain
What is the .NHK domain?
NHK (Nippon Hoso Kyokai) is Japan's public broadcaster, founded in 1926, Japan's equivalent to the British BBC, funded through a fee paid by Japanese households, producing news, documentaries, and entertainment. As with other extensions under Specification 13, .nhk is reserved exclusively for the organization's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.nhk is a single-registrant brand extension, reserved exclusively for NHK, Japan's public broadcaster, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .NHK
Who is the .NHK domain for?
These are the most common situations where .NHK is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by NHK
The only real use of this extension, tied to the Japanese public broadcaster's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .nhk domain.
.NHK vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .NHK with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .nhk This page | Corporate use by Japan Broadcasting Corporation | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .com | Any media project available for registration | None | $14.99/yr |
Registration process
How to register your .NHK domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .NHK domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .NHK domain
Can I register a .nhk domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for NHK's corporate use.
What is NHK?
Japan's public broadcaster, founded in 1926, Japan's equivalent to the BBC.
Who manages the .nhk domain?
Japan Broadcasting Corporation, based in Tokyo. It was delegated to the root zone on June 2, 2014.
Is there any commercial way to get a .nhk domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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