History of Japan Episode 402 - The Friendly Skies
Aug 20, 2021
Exploring the bizarre 1970 hijacking attempt of JAL Flight 351, highlighting the political radicalism and misguided decision to head to North Korea. Discusses the rise of left-wing factions in 1960s Japan, failed uprisings of anti-government groups, prevalence of airplane hijackings, and the aftermath of the hijacking incident - including conspiracy theories, deaths, and isolations in Pyongyang.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Diverse Landscape of the Japanese Left-Wing in the 1960s
02:41 • 4min
Anti-Government Activities and Failed Uprisings of the Sekigunha in Japan
06:25 • 4min
Airplane Hijackings: Tactics, Negotiations, and Consequences
10:03 • 20min
Aftermath of a Hijacking: Lives, Deaths, and Isolation in Pyongyang
29:47 • 5min