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 music from Chameleon Lime Whoopiepie (getting international attention for their free-spirited style) and vocalist Suzuhana Yuko, who fuses rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

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 2-14.

NHK World TV HD 00:50 - 00:55

Konnyaku is an important element of Japanese cuisine - it offers various health benefits and is drawing international attention. We learn about the many uses of this surprising superfood.

NHK World TV HD 00:55 - 01:00

A cat patrols the rice fields - but there's always time for a midday nap - and we get a tour at a vineyard from a cat named Pinot Noir who is popular with visitors but always plays it cool.