NHK World TV HD 00:00 - 00:30

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 00:30 - 01:00

We meet two Americans who preserve Japanese traditions; Chris Hinds ensures the safe conduct of Nozawa Onsen's fire festival in Nagano, and Andrew Mancabelli crafts Japanese armour in Warabi, Saitama.