NHK Special Feature(1976)
Overview
In 1976, "NHK Special Feature," which pursued the possibilities of television with a focus on "experimental" and "scoop" approaches, was launched. Over 13 years, 1378 episodes were produced. Carefully selected pieces are brought back as vivid images using the latest digital technology.
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