CS Eigeki to Premiere 3 Okinawa-Themed Films in June, Including the Historical 'Kairyu' and 'Murasaki' Documentary!

The CS broadcast channel 'Eigeki' will premiere three films set in Okinawa this June under the 'Okinawa Film Special' banner.

The featured films include the 1959 film 'Kairyu', the first to be shot on location in Okinawa before its reversion to mainland Japan; 'Murasaki: Legendary Rock Spirits', a documentary on the legendary Okinawan rock band 'Murasaki'; and 'Goya Chanpuru', which depicts a withdrawn girl finding renewal on Iriomote Island, starring Mikako Tabe. We hope you enjoy these rare works that capture the diverse aspects of Okinawa.

'Kairyu' [Broadcast Date] June 12 (Fri) 5:30 PM and others Released in 1959. After being rescued by a smuggling ship, communication officer Toyono heads toward Okinawa Island.

'Murasaki: Legendary Rock Spirits' [Broadcast Date] June 5 (Fri) 5:30 PM and others Released in 2022. A rock documentary covering the history of the legendary Okinawan rock band 'Murasaki' and testimonials from musicians they influenced.

'Goya Chanpuru' [Broadcast Date] June 4 (Thu) 8:30 AM and others Released in 2005. Follows a girl who experiences school refusal as she travels to Iriomote Island in Okinawa to find a path to recovery.