The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu (1957)
In the mountains of the Chubu region, farmers grow legumes, buckwheat, and millet. Silk cultivation and forestry are also important sources of income. Paper production has flourished since the Meiji Period, and precision-instrument factories have been built for assembling lenses and timepiec- es. The natural environment is harsh but beautiful, and a local tourist industry has also developed.
Director: Shinkichi Noda
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date: June 27, 1957
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
More Films by Director: Shinkichi Noda
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu about?
- In the mountains of the Chubu region, farmers grow legumes, buckwheat, and millet. Silk cultivation and forestry are also important sources of income. Paper production has flourished since the Meiji Period, and precision-instrument factories have been built for assembling lenses and timepiec- es. The natural environment is harsh but beautiful, and a local tourist industry has also developed.
- Who directed The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu?
- The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu was directed by Shinkichi Noda.
- How long is The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu?
- The New Japanese Geography Film Series: The Roofs of Honshu has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).