NHK World TV HD 00:00 - 00:10

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World TV HD 00:10 - 00:25

From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan's World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.

NHK World TV HD 00:25 - 00:30

'Beni', Japanese Red: Safflowers grown in Yonezawa have been used to dye fabric a deep red colour associated with the sun since ancient times - experience its mysterious and vivid beauty.

NHK World TV HD 00:30 - 01:00

People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships that they face in Japanese society.

NHK World TV HD 01:00 - 01:10

NHK World-Japan's flagship hourly news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.

NHK World TV HD 01:10 - 01:20

In September, 11 districts in Yatsuo in Toyama Prefecture parade along different routes performing Etchu Owara-Kaze-no-Bon, a 300-year-old matsuri that features elegant music, dancing, and singing.

NHK World TV HD 01:20 - 01:25

Curry rice is one of Japan's most iconic national dishes - how did Jimbocho in Tokyo become a curry town?

NHK World TV HD 01:25 - 01:30

The temple chefs show us how to make dried persimmon sweets - flatten the persimmons on a sushi mat, then roll them up with sweet potato paste inside for a delicious afternoon snack.

NHK World TV HD 01:30 - 01:57

Maiko have entertained people for centuries in the city of Sakata in northeastern Japan - now a master of the art is helping younger women follow in her path and gain confidence with every step.

NHK World TV HD 01:57 - 02:00

#45 Would you check the Japanese in my email? / To politely ask someone to do something, use a 'te' form verb and 'moraemasen ka'; for example, 'chekku-shite moraemasen ka' means 'Would you check?'.