An Extended 700-Day Close-Up

"Non-Fiction W" has consistently stimulated the intellectual curiosity of adults by focusing on influential figures from various fields. Its high quality has earned it numerous awards. Notably, the episode featuring contemporary artist Hiroshi Sugimoto was nominated for an International Emmy Award in the Arts Programming, showcasing its reputation for producing excellent content.

The broadcast on November 28 (Saturday) will feature Ryuichi Sakamoto, who composed the program's theme song, "Litany." The program reportedly involved an extended, 700-day close-up filming period.

During these approximately two years, Sakamoto was actively involved as a guest director for the "Sapporo International Art Festival 2014," but shortly thereafter, he was diagnosed with throat cancer and forced to take a break. The program captures the art festival held during his absence, and then follows the creation of the original soundtrack for director Yoji Yamada's "Living with My Mother." Through this process, it explores the realm where the Maestro's music and art intersect.Sapporo International Art Festival 2014the art festival held during his absence, and then follows the creation of the original soundtrack for director Yoji Yamada's "Living with My Mother." Through this process, it explores the realm where the Maestro's music and art intersect.

WOWOW will offer a free broadcast from 10 AM to 10 PM on Saturday, November 28, under the banner "TOUCH! WOWOW2015." Anyone with a BS television setup can watch the program.

A Documentary Photo Exhibition Capturing the Music Production Process

Furthermore, in December, a documentary photo exhibition titled "Behind the Tracks," which chronicles the music production for "Living with My Mother," will be held. For this work, Sakamoto composed music at "Red Bull Studios Tokyo," which recently opened in Shibuya, Tokyo, this spring. Hong Kong-born photographer Wing Shya, also known for his work as a film director, captures the atmosphere of the production site.Red Bull Studios TokyoThe photo exhibition is divided into two parts, with different locations and content. Part 1, held on December 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), is an immersive, small-group "experiential" exhibition at Red Bull Studios Tokyo, where Sakamoto composed the music. Visitors can experience the music production process while listening to the finished tracks. Part 2, held on December 19 (Saturday) and 20 (Sunday) at BANK GALLERY in Harajuku, will feature excerpts from Sakamoto's first interview since his return, displayed alongside photographs.

The photo exhibition is divided into two parts, with different locations and content. Part 1, held on December 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), is an immersive, small-group "experiential" exhibition at Red Bull Studios Tokyo, where Sakamoto composed the music. Visitors can experience the music production process while listening to the finished tracks. Part 2, held on December 19 (Saturday) and 20 (Sunday) at BANK GALLERY in Harajuku, will feature excerpts from Sakamoto's first interview since his return, displayed alongside photographs.

In recent years, the Maestro has been active not only as a musician but also across the art world. What does he see beyond his recovery from a serious illness? This autumn, we invite you to witness Sakamoto's "now" through two distinct mediums: film and photography.

WOWOW Original Documentary
Non-Fiction W: Ryuichi Sakamoto's 700 Days – MUSIC, ART & LIFE
Broadcast on WOWOW Live starting November 28 (Saturday) at 20:15

Red Bull Studios Tokyo Presents "Behind the Tracks" with ARTIST:
Ryuichi Sakamoto x Wing Shya Photo Exhibition
Documentary Photo Exhibition Chronicling the Production of the Original Soundtrack for "Living with My Mother"
Part 1
Dates | Saturday, December 12 & Sunday, December 13
Time | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Sunday, December 13 until 6:00 PM)
Venue | Red Bull Studios Tokyo
1-3-3 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Admission | Free
*Requires advance ticket or stub from "Living with My Mother," or the original soundtrack. Entry may be restricted during peak hours.
Part 2
Dates | Saturday, December 19 & Sunday, December 20
Time | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Venue | BANK GALLERY
6-14-5 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Admission | Free
*Entry may be restricted during peak hours.