【ゆっくり解説】昭和のテレビ黄金期！70年代に日本中が熱狂した不朽の名作ドラマBEST10
[Slow Commentary] The Golden Age of Showa Television! Top 10 Timeless Classic Dramas That Caught Japan’s Craze in the 1970s Marisa, today’s theme is TV dramas from the 1970s! It’s so exciting! Yeah! This time, we’ll be introducing a ranking of the timeless classic dramas that ravaged Japan in the 1970s , the “golden age” of Japanese TV drama history ! The Golden Age! Why was the 1970s so special? Well, it was because society at the time was at a major turning point. The period of rapid economic growth that had continued for so long came to an end, and the 1973 oil crisis brought chaos to Japan. It was also a time when the “nuclear family” became the norm and people’s values were greatly shaken. I see… Perhaps it was this turbulent time that gave birth to memorable dramas. Absolutely. That’s why today, I’ll be taking a closer look at the top 10 of these legendary dramas ! 10th Place – The Terauchi Kantaro Family (1974) The rankings are finally here! I wonder what kind of drama is in this memorable 10th place? Let’s get started! 10th place is a monumental family drama that had the whole family glued to their living rooms! It’s “The Terauchi Kantaro Family,” which aired in 1974! Oh, I’ve heard the title before! It’s set in a stonemason’s shop in downtown Tokyo, right? An average audience rating of 31.3% is amazing! That’s right! The charm of this drama is, without a doubt, the strong character of the main character, Terauchi Kantaro, played by Kobayashi Asei. He’s a stubborn Showa-era father who will immediately upset the table if something doesn’t please him, and he gets into serious fistfights with his son, Shuhei. What!? It’s hard to imagine now! But maybe that just shows how serious he was. Yes, he was serious about it. It’s a well-known story that during a fight scene with Hideki Saijo, who played Shuhei, he got so worked up that he actually broke his arm. Really?! This episode is unique to this drama, which boasts a lot of ad-libs and a vivid sense of realism. You can almost feel the actors’ passion, like sparks flying… right? But this drama isn’t just outrageous. The scene in which Grandma Kin, played by Chiho Yuki (later known as Kirin Kiki), yells “Julie!” at a poster of Kenji Sawada became a social phenomenon. “Julie!” I can almost picture it. The image of a grandmother so passionate about an idol is so human and charming. It’s true. Not only is it hilarious, but the renowned screenwriter Kuniko Mukoda, who wrote the script, also explores profound themes like family ties and aging through Kantaro, who is modeled after her own father . That’s why it went beyond mere comedy and became a timeless masterpiece. #9 – Kogarashi Monjiro (1972) #10’s “Terauchi Kantaro Ikka” was amazing! It completely overturned the conventional wisdom of family dramas. I wonder what drama will come next? Next up is a work that completely overturns the conventional wisdom of period dramas! #9 is “Kogarashi Monjiro,” which aired in 1972 and starred Nakamura Atsuo! ” Kogarashi Monjiro!” I’ve heard the name before. I’m sure it’s the story of a traveling merchant who is characterized by holding a toothpick in his mouth, right? That’s right! Monjiro was a completely different character from previous period drama heroes: a nihilistic, solitary anti-hero. The show peaked at 38%, and the reason for this was Monjiro’s style of avoiding contact with others. What? He’s a hero, after all? Isn’t it standard in period dramas to help people in need? That was what made it so revolutionary. Wearing a tattered raincoat and his trademark long toothpick in his mouth, Monjiro mutters his famous catchphrase whenever he’s about to get caught up in a troublesome incident : “None of my business…” Oh ! I know that! It’s the catchphrase everyone imitates . But does that really mean he won’t get involved? Well, he does end up getting caught up in the incident and defeating the bad guys. But his fighting style is also unique. It’s more down-to-earth and realistic than sword fighting. Since he hasn’t trained in swordsmanship, he doesn’t engage in elegant sword fights, but rather swings his sword around, slams it down, and stabs with the tip of his sword. It’s literally a fight for survival. Wow! So they pursued realism in the fighting scenes as well. It’s kind of cool… right? This thorough realism, combined with director Kon Ichikawa’s stylish visuals and the huge success of the theme song, “Someone in the Wind,” which isn’t typical of a period drama, creates a unique worldview. That’s why “Kogarashi Monjiro” is not just a period drama, but a legendary work that established a completely new image of the hero. #8 – Our Journey (1975) I wonder what genre of drama will come next after this nihilistic period drama? I’m excited! Yes, the next one will have a completely different vibe! #8 is a monumental youth drama that was a hit with young people at the time! “Our Journey,” aired in 1975! Our Journey! It’s a very famous drama starring Masatoshi Nakamura. I think it had three young protagonists? That’s right! The protagonists were a trio: the hot-tempered “Kasusuke” played by Masatoshi Nakamura, the timid “Omeda” played by Ken Tanaka , and the indecisive senior “Guzuroku” played by Masaaki Tsusaka , who now plays Taisaku Akino . These three useless yet somehow lovable characters were amazing. Even their nicknames are unique and interesting. What kind of journey do they embark on? It’s not a physical one. They graduate from college and become salaried workers. But they quickly drop out, bound by the unreasonable rules of society, saying, “This isn’t the way we live!” What? They worked so hard to get a job!? That’s a pretty bold decision. What do they do next? This is where the drama really shines. They break away from society’s rails and start a handyman-like company called “Something Will Do It” with their friends . They struggle to live life their own way, with their own strength. Something Will Do It! In an era where there were no right answers, their search for their own way of life was a bible for young people at the time as they “discovered themselves.” And that’s exactly right. The realistic worries and conflicts of young people depicted by renowned screenwriter Toshio Kamata, perfectly synchronized with the theme song sung by Masatoshi Nakamura, created a social phenomenon. It’s not just a teen drama; its message captured the atmosphere of a stagnant era, making it a legendary work that has become a bible for many young people on how to live. No. 7 – Journey to the West (1978) “Our Journey” was the very definition of youth. So, what drama will be next? It’s an adventure fantasy that captivated the whole family, from children to adults! In seventh place is “Journey to the West,” which aired in 1978 and starred Masaaki Sakai! Journey to the West! It’s the story of Son Goku accompanying Tripitaka on his journey to India! I remember the visuals were incredibly lavish. That’s right! It was a program celebrating the 25th anniversary of Nippon Television’s launch, and the production cost 1 billion yen! It was an incredibly generous budget at the time. Son Goku was played by Masaaki Sakai, Zhu Bajie by Toshiyuki Nishida, Sha Gojyo by Shiro Kishibe, and Tripitaka was played by actress Masako Natsume. Masako Natsume’s Tripitaka was very impressive. He was dignified and beautiful… But Tripitaka is actually a man, right? Ah, that was the drama’s greatest innovation. By having actress Natsume play the role, Tripitaka was portrayed as noble, strong-willed, and above all, beautiful. This had such a huge impact that it became standard practice for Tripitaka to be played by an actress in Japanese dramas ever since . It was a historic casting move! I’ve heard the special effects were also amazing. After all, they’re all produced by Tsuburaya Productions. The opening scene, where Son Goku is born from a stone, is particularly famous. It took two months to film just 60 seconds of footage, with a production budget of 15 million yen— the level of detail is incredible. 15 million yen in 60 seconds?! The scale is just too big… That’s it. The epic scale, captivating characters, and Godiego’s huge success with “Monkey Magic” and “Gandhara” combined to make this a legendary entertainment piece representing the 1970s , enthusiastically received not only in Japan but also in Asia and Europe . It’s a show that can be proudly shown overseas. #6 – Scarred Angel (1974) Journey to the West is gorgeous and dreamy! It brought back the excitement of my childhood. So, what kind of drama is in #6? This next one is the complete opposite of a dream: a super cool and shocking work! #6 is “Scarred Angel,” starring Kenichi Hagiwara and Yutaka Mizutani, which aired in 1974! Scarred Angel! I have an image of it being a very stylish and fashionable drama. It features two outlaws as the main characters. That’s right! The main characters are Osamu, a rough but kind-hearted man played by Kenichi Hagiwara, and Osamu, a man who calls him “Big Brother!” ” Toru is innocent and somehow fleeting, yearning for his wife. The way these two lived their lives was just so cool. The penthouse they lived in on the roof of a building in Yoyogi really made an impression on me. It had a unique, decadent atmosphere. Ah, that “Angel Building.” And the opening scene was especially revolutionary. Wearing headphones, Osamu takes tomatoes and corned beef out of the refrigerator, eats them, and drinks milk straight from a bottle. That footage is an invention that will go down in television history. That scene is truly famous! But I’ve heard the story was quite harsh… Ah, the final episode in particular is legendary. Toru jumps into a fountain in the middle of winter in search of tips, but dies suddenly of pneumonia. Then Osamu stuffs Toru’s body into a drum and goes alone to dispose of it on Dream Island… Wow… What a sad ending. There ‘s no hope at all… That’s right. The image of Osamu carrying Toru’s body in a drum symbolized the loneliness of young people living at the bottom of society and the hopeless despair that comes with resisting an unreasonable reality. It’s precisely because of this fleeting brilliance and its depiction of a hopeless reality that this drama remains legendary as a cry from the souls of young people. 5th Place – Hissatsu Shikakenin (1972) “Scarred Angel” was so shocking… But that’s exactly why it’s legendary. Now, it’s time to announce our top 5! Here comes the most legendary of legends! In fifth place is a highly controversial work that completely overturned the history of period dramas up to that point! It’s the first of the memorable “Hissatsu Series,” ” Hissatsu Shikakenin,” broadcast in 1972! The Hissatsu Series! This is where that nationally beloved period drama began! ” Shikakenin” definitely refers to a “slasher,” right? That’s right! What made this drama so revolutionary was that it completely ignored the conventional wisdom of period dramas up until that point— rewarding good and punishing evil. Its protagonist wasn’t a hero, but rather a paid assassin who buries villains in the shadows. Even now, it’s an incredible premise, with assassins contracted for money playing the main characters. Who were the assassins? There were two main assassins. Fujieda Baian, played by Ogata Ken, is a skilled acupuncturist on the surface. And Nishimura Sanai, played by Hayashi Yoichi, is a married, family-loving ronin. The contrast between their daytime personas and their nighttime assassin personas was stark. An acupuncturist and a married, family-loving ronin… It’s hard to believe they were assassins. How did they target evildoers? Baian’s method of assassinating was particularly symbolic. He used acupuncture needles, the very needles he normally uses to save people’s lives. He would pierce the neck or forehead of the villain with the needle, killing them with a single blow. Viewers were thrilled by his cold-hearted demeanor, using a sacred tool to punish evil. Eek! It’s precisely because it’s a sacred tool that it feels even more terrifying and intimidating… right? The film was directed by Kinji Fukasaku, director of “Battles Without Honor and Humanity,” who thoroughly crafted a hard-boiled worldview with beautiful visuals that emphasized light and shadow and a music reminiscent of a spaghetti western . It’s precisely because of this challenging style that the “History Series” has become a Japanese treasure that has endured for over 50 years. #4 – Red Suspicion (1975) “History Series”: The story behind the birth of the dark hero was fascinating. It completely changed the image of period dramas. So, what’s #4? Next up is a shocking love story that moved the whole of Japan to tears! In fourth place is “Akai Giwaku,” the second installment of the legendary “Akai Series,” broadcast in 1975! The Red Series! The golden duo of Momoe Yamaguchi and Tomokazu Miura! “Akai Giwaku” was the first time the two co-starred in a drama, right? That’s right! It truly is the beginning of the legend. What’s amazing about this drama is the endless parade of misfortunes , unimaginable in today’s dramas . The heroine, Sachiko, played by Momoe Yamaguchi, is exposed to radiation in a university explosion and develops leukemia. Ugh… What a sudden and heavy turn of events. At the time, leukemia was widely perceived as an incurable disease, so it must have been quite a shock to viewers. The whole of Japan shed tears over Sachiko’s battle with the disease. But the real hell was yet to come. The story’s main theme is “the secret of birth.” Surprisingly, Sachiko wasn’t the biological daughter of her father, played by Ken Utsui . Her real mother was her father’s sister, in other words, her aunt. What!? So the daughter her father was raising was actually her sister’s child? That’s too complicated… right? But that’s just the beginning. Sachiko falls deeply in love with Mitsuo, a medical student played by Tomokazu Miura, who helped her . But, midway through the story, it turns out that these two are… “half-siblings. ” Half-siblings?! The people they loved were actually blood siblings… That can only be described as a tragedy… That’s right. Leukemia, a secret about their birth, and forbidden love. A rollercoaster of a story that hits you with an incredibly cruel fate, the highest viewer rating recorded was 30.9%. It truly showed the world the true essence of “Daiei Drama.” It’s a timeless masterpiece. 3rd Place – The White Tower (1978) “Red Suspicion” was so shocking… The charm of this golden duo and the endless string of misfortunes that befall them are truly legendary. So, what’s the third place winner? This next one is more than just a drama; it’s a social phenomenon! 3rd place goes to “The White Tower,” a towering figure in the history of Japanese television dramas! Broadcast in 1978, it stars Jiro Tamiya! The White Tower! It’s a profound human drama set in a university hospital. It’s been remade many times, but Tamiya Jiro’s character, Goro Zaizen, remains the most memorable. Yes, that’s true. This drama can’t be discussed without Jiro Tamiya. The protagonist, Goro Zaizen, is a brilliant surgeon, but also an ambitious man who will stop at nothing for fame and power. He ‘s a fascinating character, possessing both light and dark sides. The story begins with a battle for the professor position, right? Yes, the first half of the story depicts the nasty factional battles and “professor election” in the closed world of a university hospital . Zaizen uses all sorts of schemes to finally rise to the top position of Professor of First Surgery. The terrifying part of this story is how he falls from there, even though he reaches the top… That’s right. The second half focuses on a “medical trial” in which Zaizen is sued by the family of a patient who performed surgery on him . Here, Zaizen’s ethics as a doctor are called into question, and he is gradually cornered. And what really made this drama legendary was the presence of lead actor Jiro Tamiya… Ah… he devoted his entire acting career to the role of Goro Zaizen. Tamiya, who portrayed Zaizen’s rise and fall with a terrifying performance , took his own life just before the final episode of the drama aired . This heroic way of life intertwined with Zaizen’s fate, making “The White Tower” more than just a drama; it became a legendary work. No. 2 – Album on the Shore (1977) “The White Tower” was a profoundly moving drama… It felt like it showed the depths of human suffering. And now, finally, number two! Up next is a major event in the history of family dramas that completely shattered the conventional wisdom of the living room ! Number two is “Album on the Shore,” a timeless masterpiece written by screenwriter Taichi Yamada, broadcast in 1977! Album on the Shore! At first glance, it seems like a happy family story… but it gradually takes a sinister turn. That’s right! This drama was revolutionary because it completely shattered the illusions of “family togetherness” and “happy endings” that had been established up until then . It truly overturned the very concept of family dramas. I’m sure each family member harbors a secret. The mother’s affair was particularly shocking. Yachigusa Kaoru, who had been the epitome of a good wife and mother, falls in love with a man other than her husband. But that’s not all. The husband, played by Sugiura Naoki, commits fraud at work, the daughter is raped, and the son, played by Kunihiro Tomiyuki, is tormented when he discovers the family’s secrets. Just listening to it is painful… No one is saved. It was truly frightening to see this seemingly peaceful family quietly crumble from within. The drama’s incredible power is in the way it depicts this “collapse” visually. First, the opening scene. With Janis Ian’s melancholy classic “Will You Dance?” playing in the background, news footage of the actual Tamagawa River floods suddenly plays, showing a house being swallowed up by the muddy waters . It was intense! Their home, a symbol of a happy family, is being washed away right from the start of the drama… And at the end of the story, this family’s home is truly engulfed by the Tamagawa River’s muddy currents. The family bond and the home that symbolized it all physically collapse. The only thing they carry with them is an “album” filled with photos of their family members wearing fake smiles. This is a masterpiece in television history , depicting the fragility and loneliness of family without any sugarcoating . #1 – Taiyo ni Hoero! (1972) “Kishibe no Album” was a shocking work that overturned the concept of home dramas … So, which drama will surpass the many other masterpieces and reign supreme among the 1970s dramas? Ah, the time has finally come to reveal the winner! The golden age of Showa television, the timeless drama that captivated Japan in the 1970s, holds the honor of being number one… a monumental Japanese detective drama that aired for over 14 years ! “Taiyo ni Hoero!” Of course! This drama is number one! I was particularly impressed by how the detectives , led by “Boss” played by Yujiro Ishihara, called each other by their nicknames. That’s right! “Yama-san,” “Gori-san,” “His Highness”… The Nanamagari Police Department’s First Investigative Division was a team that felt like one family. But the biggest reason this drama became an enduring legend is, without a doubt, its groundbreaking system of “rookie detectives dying in the line of duty. ” Death in the line of duty… Yes, as a child, it was incredibly shocking to see young detectives die one after another in this drama. It all began with the death of the first rookie detective, “Macaroni,” played by Kenichi Hagiwara. Just one year after the show began, the lead detective was stabbed by a random assailant and killed unceremoniously. This shocking turn of events determined the direction of the drama. It was unheard of for a main character to die in just one year. Normally, that would have ended the show. Yeah. But from this point on, the style of “rookie detectives being assigned, growing, eventually graduating in the line of duty, and passing the baton to the next rookie” was established. From Macaroni to Yusaku Matsuda’s “Jeans,” to Hiroshi Katsuno’s “Texas,” and Jun Miyauchi’s “Bon,” a popular detective died in the line of duty every year, and a new hero was born. This shocking cycle captivated viewers. I see ! That’s why the series has maintained its popularity for over 14 years without becoming stale! I couldn’t watch any of the death scenes without crying. The most legendary scene is Detective Jeans’s final moments. Shot by the criminal, he mutters the legendary line, “What the heck is this?” as he watches the blood flow from his body. This scene is forever etched in the history of Japanese drama. This series, which has depicted human drama and “jeans” head-on and continued to produce many stars , truly is the king of dramas. Overall Review (Summary) : This ranking was amazing! From detective dramas to family dramas, it’s filled with masterpieces, and I’m overwhelmed! Right? It’s truly a golden age. “Taiyo ni Hoero!” There were classics like “The Album of the Shore,” as well as dramas depicting the breakdown of a family like “Kishibe no Album.” It was a time filled with truly challenging and diverse works. In particular, the protagonists with darker personalities, who weren’t simply champions of justice, like in “Hijikata Shikakenin” and “Kizudareke no Tenshi,” were very appealing. Ah, that’s right. I couldn’t introduce them all this time, but there are still many legendary dramas like the hard-boiled “G-Men ’75” and “Detective Story,” in which Matsuda Yusaku’s charm exploded. In this era when television was at its most brilliant and influential, dramas were not just entertainment, but also moved people’s hearts and served as a mirror reflecting a changing society. So, what was your favorite 70s drama? Let me know in the comments! 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【ゆっくり解説】昭和のテレビ黄金期！70年代に日本中が熱狂した不朽の名作ドラマBEST10
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1970年代は日本のテレビ史に輝く黄金期！『太陽にほえろ！』『白い巨塔』『岸辺のアルバム』など、今なお語り継がれる不朽の名作ドラマが次々と誕生しました。常識を打ち破った革新的な傑作の数々を、懐かしい思い出と共にランキング形式で一挙にご紹介します。あなたの心に残る一本は、果たして何位にランクインしているでしょうか？
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0:00 前説（イントロ）
1:08 第10位: 寺内貫太郎一家 (1974年)
3:19 第9位: 木枯し紋次郎 (1972年)
5:37 第8位: 俺たちの旅 (1975年)
8:00 第7位: 西遊記 (1978年)
10:16 第6位: 傷だらけの天使 (1974年)
12:25 第5位: 必殺仕掛人 (1972年)
14:49 第4位: 赤い疑惑 (1975年)
17:14 第3位: 白い巨塔 (1978年)
19:35 第2位: 岸辺のアルバム (1977年)
22:06 第1位: 太陽にほえろ！ (1972年)
24:55 総評・まとめ