It has been revealed that the first episode of the NHK documentary program "NHK Special" series "New Japonism" will be themed around manga and anime, titled "NHK Special New Japonism Volume 1 MANGA A Story that Sets Me Free."
In wartime Ukraine, a 21-year-old woman sees herself in the protagonist of "Attack on Titan," and in Indonesia, where the majority of the population is Muslim and homosexuality is taboo, BL (boys' love), which depicts romance between men, is quietly gaining popularity. This program introduces the appeal of Japanese culture that is captivating the world.
Editor of "SPY×FAMILY", "Chainsaw Man", and "Dandadan", Shihei Hayashi, interviewed the creator of "Dandadan", Yukinobu Tatsu, and the scene where the story was created. "SPY×FAMILY" creator Tatsuya Endo will also be appearing.
Ryusei Yokohama , who plays the main character Tsutaya Juzaburo in the NHK Taiga drama " UNBOUND ", will be the navigator. The show will be broadcast on NHK General TV on January 5, 2025 at 9:15 pm.
