Enya recorded a Christmas TV special for Japanese television network NTV today.

Crews from Japan flew to Dublin to film the singer's performance at Christchurch Cathedral for the Irish-themed Happy Christmas Show.

Enya sang her hit song 'Only Time' and festive track 'Adeste Fideles' and gave a rare interview that will be screened on the show on December 23.

The star last appeared on the programme two years ago when she sang at Kyoto's Shimogamo Jinja shrine. This year's special is based entirely on an 'Irish Christmas' to show the Japanese the nation's seasonal traditions.