After 66 years apart, Yoko returns to Japan to search for her birth mother, guided by director Kigawa Tsuyoshi.
Synopsis
After 66 years apart, Yoko returns to Japan to search for her birth mother, guided by director Kigawa Tsuyoshi.
Synopsis
Yoko was born in Yokosuka, Japan, during the chaos of the post-war era. After being adopted, she moved to the United States and lost contact with her mother for over 66 years. Director Kigawa Tsuyoshi, sharing the same last name, met Yoko and began a search for her mother. He invited Yoko back to Japan to help her find the woman who gave her up. The documentary follows their efforts to reconnect with her past.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet YOKO, a woman searching for her long-lost mother.
- Follow Kigawa Tsuyoshi as he seeks YOKO's mother in Japan.
- Find out about the impact of adoption on personal identity.
Did You Know
- YOKO was born in Yokosuka during the turmoil of post-war Japan.
- She has not seen her mother for more than 66 years.
- The documentary has a runtime of 105 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Yokosuka1953?
The documentary Yokosuka1953 was directed by Kigawa Tsuyoshi.
What significant event in YOKO's life is featured in the documentary?
YOKO was adopted to the U.S. after being born in Yokosuka during the turmoil of post-war Japan.
How long had YOKO not heard from her mother?
YOKO had not heard from her mother or met her for more than 66 years.
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