NHK's science documentary program "Dark Side Mysteries" will broadcast "Prison Escape King! The Man Who Made the Impossible Possible: The Extraordinary Life of Shiratori Yoshie" on NHK BS from 9:00 PM on December 12th. The program will feature the Showa era prison escape king Shiratori Yoshie, who is said to be the inspiration for a popular character in Satoru Noda's popular manga "Golden Kamuy."
He escaped from a maximum security prison four times. His unconventional physique allowed him to scale a flat three-meter wall, dislocate his joints to slip through a small opening, and his indomitable tenacity allowed him to break through sturdy iron handcuffs. But could he really do that?
He completely resists oppressive management, but obediently follows kindness. What is the secret of this kind-hearted man? Even after struggling to escape from prison, he suddenly turns himself in. We will look into the reasons why this is so.
The program will be hosted by Chiaki Kuriyama, narrated by Joji Nakata, and the theme music will be composed by Akiko Shikata. The program will be hosted by announcer Masato Ikema.
