Choice of the Week（Week of October 22, 2012 programs）

■cool japan　〜 Pregnancy and Childbirth 〜

Unique Japanese customs surround pregnancy, delivery, and child rearing. One such custom is that women in their fifth month of pregnancy visit a shrine to pray for a safe delivery. The custom is so popular that long queues form at some shrines.

■MAPPING KYOTO STREETS SPECIAL　～ RAKUTO&RAKUCHU ～

Kyoto's Rakuto district has an abundance of famous temples and shrines. Rakuchu is the heart of Kyoto's culture and lifestyle. We'll show you the distinctive features and thriving traditional atmosphere in these two districts.

■Booked for Japan　～ Ichikawa Danjuro XII: Projecting to the ends of the universe ～

27 years ago, Ichikawa Danjuro inherited the most prestigious family name in the world of kabuki. He's still very active and has even performed at the Paris Opera House.

Видео Choice of the Week（Week of October 22, 2012 programs） канала NHK WORLD-JAPAN