When did Instant History premiere on Fuji TV?
Instant History premiered on the 1st of May 1961. This black and white series mixed animation with actual film footage to teach viewers about past events.
Questions about Instant History
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who directed the Instant History project?
Ryūichi Yokoyama directed the Instant History project while his Fuku-chan manga ran in the newspaper at the same time. He combined his comic style with documentary footage to create educational entertainment.
Which companies sponsored Instant History during its run?
Meiji Seinka sponsored the initial run of three-minute shorts during the first year. Kirin Company took over sponsorship duties when the show became Otogi Manga Calendar in June 1962.
What was the original title before Instant History moved to Tokyo Broadcasting System?
The program transformed into Otogi Manga Calendar when it moved to Tokyo Broadcasting System in June 1962. Parts of the original content appeared again within Knowledgeable University on Mainichi Broadcasting System starting in 1966.
How long did Instant History air without interruption?
Instant History aired continuously from the 1st of May 1961 through the 4th of July 1964 without interruption. The funding model sustained the program until this final date.