. >>> one of japan's most spectacular autumn festivals got under way in takayama city in central japan. tourists gathered on sunday to view its colorful floats. ten floats built in the 18th century were carried through takayama's old town where antique-style houses and streets create a historical atmosphere. the floats lined the road to the sakurayama-hachiman shrine. the weather was chilly, but many festival-goers flocked the floats to view their exquisite craftsmanship. this float added to the festive atmosphere with an acrobatic performance by a pair of mechanical dolls. >> translator: it was amazing to watch the small dolls jump between ladders. i really enjoyed it. >> looks like a nice way to spend a beautiful autumn day. >>> now let's look at the extended weather forecast for selected cities around the world. >>> that's all for this holiday edition of "newsline." i'm catherine kobayashi in tokyo. thanks for joining us.