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NHK Documentary

NHK Documentary

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Hard-hitting documentary series that takes an in-depth look at some of the political, economic, and social challenges that Japan and our world is facing.

Season 21 · Episode 22

The Fall of Freedom - How a newspaper led Japan to war

Oct 12, 2019·50m

In the mid-1920's, during the so-called "Taisho Democracy," people in Japan were embracing political liberalism and Western ideas and enjoying unprecedented freedom. But just 10 years later, nationalism and militarism were on the rise and the country was rushing toward war - urged on by a nationalist newspaper called The Nihon Shimbun. Why did this one media outlet have such a profound influence on political life in Japan?

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When did NHK Documentary Season 21 Episode 22 air?

NHK Documentary Season 21 Episode 22 aired on October 12, 2019.

How long is NHK Documentary Season 21 Episode 22?

This episode runs for approximately 50 minutes.

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