Sakubei and the Mining of Japan

This documentary focuses on Sakubei Yamamoto, who was born in 1892 and spent his life working in the Chikuho coalfield in southern Japan. In his mid-60s, he turned to painting as a way to document the experiences and realities of life in and around the coal mines.

The film serves as a historical record of mining culture in Japan, capturing both the labor and the daily life of miners through Yamamoto's unique artistic lens. It presents a perspective on the social and environmental aspects of coal mining, making it relevant for those interested in industrial history and the arts.