imagine-nation S2020E04 - Manga "UNDER NINJA"

This episode is a feature on "UNDER NINJA," a manga by Kengo Hanazawa which is currently being serialized in the "Weekly Young Magazine." It depicts the demise of modern Japanese society. In Japan, it became a huge hit, boasting a cumulative circulation of over more than 8 million copies. In 2016, it was adapted into a live-action movie by director Shinsuke Sato known for the success of "Library War" and the "GANTZ" series. Having won 5 crowns at the "World's big 3 International Fantastic Film Festivals," he is today well-known overseas. In the program, we'll be interviewing its author Kengo Hanazawa and his editorial staff to explore the hidden story behind the birth of "UNDER NINJA" and its appeal.