Kobe Shinbun no Nanokakan (2010)

Other name: 神戸新聞の7日間 ,

Description:

"Kobe Shinbun no Nanokakan" powerfully recounts the aftermath of the devastating Kobe earthquake, which ravaged southern Hyogo prefecture on January 17, 1995, claiming over 6400 lives. This gripping drama spotlights the extraordinary resolve of the Kobe Shimbun newspaper reporters. Despite their own personal losses and the significant damage to their facilities, these dedicated journalists were fiercely determined to keep the newspaper running without interruption, ensuring information reached the public during a critical time. The series brings these real-life heroes to the screen, with characters based on actual individuals, retaining their true names. Among them is photo reporter Tomohiko Mitsuyama, portrayed by Sakurai, who joined Kobe Shimbun four years before the catastrophic event. Uniquely combining compelling dramatic storytelling with authentic documentary segments, including powerful interviews with real people like Mitsuyama himself, this production offers an unforgettable testament to human perseverance amidst unimaginable adversity.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2010

Genre:Documentary; Historical