Japanese author: Hit TV drama distorts facts, PM's stance raises questions

The second season of the Japanese TV drama "VIVANT," which recently aired on TBS, has drawn criticism for deliberately fueling divisions and hostility while promoting an expansionist narrative. Japanese historian and author Masahiro Yamazaki said the show's storyline has sparked criticism among Japanese internet users. He also raised questions about Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's decision to promote the drama. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-11-03/Japanese-author-Hit-TV-drama-distorts-facts-PM-s-stance-raises-questions-1RLJGiMdymc/p.html Most watched videos: Impossible Challenge: 30 seconds to count banknotes BLINDFOLDED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmP_Ybj-jws Impossible Challenge: Gymnastics Boy Arat Hosseini from Iran! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sxX--U4c8w Impossible Challenge: How to calm babies in 5 seconds? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3q9sXM7WA