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A Day in the Life of Chameko

19317mKiyoji Nishikura

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Based on a hit song by child star Hideko Hirai from 1929, this gem -- a real historical curiosity -- provides glimpses of 1930s popular culture through introducing the typical life of a bright, energetic young girl. It contains an early product placement (for Lion Toothpaste), educational content and newsreel footage of Japan’s first woman Olympic medalist, Kinue Hitomi.

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What is A Day in the Life of Chameko (1931) about?

Based on a hit song by child star Hideko Hirai from 1929, this gem -- a real historical curiosity -- provides glimpses of 1930s popular culture through introducing the typical life of a bright, energetic young girl. It contains an early product placement (for Lion Toothpaste), educational content and newsreel footage of Japan’s first woman Olympic medalist, Kinue Hitomi.

Who stars in A Day in the Life of Chameko?

A Day in the Life of Chameko stars Hideko Hirai (Chameko (voice)), Ruby Takai (Mother (voice)), Teiichi Futamura (Teacher (voice)). The film was directed by Kiyoji Nishikura.

How long is A Day in the Life of Chameko?

A Day in the Life of Chameko has a runtime of 7 min and premiered in 1931.

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