Mole's Adventure (1958)
Original title: もぐらのアバンチュール
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The short film is the earliest surviving Japanese anime broadcast on television. Originally airing on July 14, 1958, on NTV and again on October 15, 1958, the nine-minute animation was the first televised Japanese animation and the first example of a full color broadcast.
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Frequently asked questions about Mole's Adventure
What is Mole's Adventure about?
The short film is the earliest surviving Japanese anime broadcast on television. Originally airing on July 14, 1958, on NTV and again on October 15, 1958, the nine-minute animation was the first televised Japanese animation and the first example of a full color broadcast.
How long is Mole's Adventure?
Mole's Adventure has a runtime of 9 minutes.