This drama is based on a true story of Kiyoshi Yamashita, a genius artist who died in 1971 at age of 49, who was called "Japanese equivalent to van Gogh." It has become one of the most popular series since the first episode was broadcast in 1980, and over 80 episdes have been aired so far. At age of 12, Kiyoshi Yamashita was taken into a protective institution for intellectually handicaped people. He learned 'Harie' there and his unique talent came out. In a few years, he had improved him skills excellently enough to be admired by the top-class artists. As he became famous, he got out of the institution and started wandering all over Japan wearing a sleeveless undershirt only. He left a lot of wonderful work wherever he went. This series describes some interesting episodes in each place he goes, his likable personality, and heartwarming encounter with local people through his diary and Harie.
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I would like to know where in the US one might be able to see this program. I would also like to know where I might see some of his work. Thank you.
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