Watching history: taiga drama

  • Published on : 21/03/2024
  • by : R.A
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Taiga dramas, or "river series", have been an institution on Japanese television for over 60 years. Broadcast annually by NHK, these historical sagas retrace the lives of great figures from Japan's past over the course of an entire year. True windows onto Japanese history, taiga dramas combine faithful reconstructions, top-quality acting and carefully crafted scripts. Although their audience has diminished over time, these series continue to captivate Japanese audiences and shape their perception of national history. Let's delve into the fascinating world of taiga drama, between tradition and modernity.