Rittor Music has released an expanded and revised edition of 'The Study of the Beatles' Visit to Japan,' a book of interviews with Japanese people who met the band during their 1966 tour, to commemorate the 60th anniversary. A second volume is also scheduled for release this fall.
Rittor Music has released 'The Study of the Beatles' Visit to Japan 1,' a collection of interviews with various people who interacted with The Beatles during their 1966 visit. Authored by music critic Masataka Miyanaga, the book reveals details of the band's five-day stay through testimonies from airline staff, TV directors, drivers, and hotel employees. This new edition features previously unreleased security documents and adds new facts. Furthermore, a sequel, 'Volume 2,' is scheduled for release this fall to celebrate the 60th anniversary.
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FAQ
What is the book 'Beatles Rainichi-gaku 1' about?
It is a collection of interviews with various Japanese people who interacted with The Beatles during their visit in 1966, including airline staff, TV directors, drivers, hotel staff, and art dealers.
What is new in this expanded and revised edition?
This new edition includes for the first time the full 23-page 'Beatles Security Joint Meeting' and 'Guardman Work Guidelines' documents, and adds new facts discovered since the original publication.
Who is the author of the book?
The author is Masataka Miyanaga, a music critic whose deep knowledge and analysis of The Beatles are widely known under the name 'Beatles University'.
When was the book released and how much does it cost?
It was released on May 20, 2026, and is priced at 3,520 yen (including tax).
Is there a sequel to this book?
Yes, 'Beatles Rainichi-gaku 2,' which will consist of entirely new material not previously published in book form, is scheduled for release in the fall of this year.