The program follows not only the tangible changes in Japan over this period, but also the evolution in thinking that has accompanied material success. The aftermath of the war. Demand from American military procurement during the Korean War of 1950-53 helped spur economic recovery. Shown is a textile plant. Soichiro Honda, founder of Honda Motor Co., pioneered technological advances to motor vehicles, and along with contemporaries such as Masaru Ibuka of Sony Corp. helped build the reputation of Japanese goods.
Japan is a world leader in many high-tech areas.
Moving forward with a new generation.