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 - 00:40

Join May J. for Japanese music! This time: cocolashika, a guitarless trio getting lots of attention for their city-pop sound, and Utagokoro Rie, a singer whose J-Pop covers led to a major-label debut.

NHK World TV HD 00:40 - 00:50

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. I want to see my owner again! Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-11.

NHK World TV HD 00:50 - 00:55

Sweet potatoes are often baked or turned into sweets in Japan, but they can also be used to generate electricity or protect from heat - we introduce the diverse ways in which they are used and sold.

NHK World TV HD 00:55 - 01:00

Two herb farmers' cats live next door to each other - their relationship is tense due to a past fight. At Takeya Kannonji Temple, the chief priest lives with four cats that always stay by his side.