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Premiering ‘Real VIVANT: Truth of the Secret Organization’ on Tatedra

On June 12, 2026, the short drama app Tatedra, developed and operated by DONUTS, will unveil its latest series titled ‘Real VIVANT: Truth of the Secret Organization’. This series, consisting of 15 episodes, will be available from 7:00 PM (JST) as part of the ongoing success of the original variety show ‘Mr. Urban Legend: Akio Seki’s Behind the Urban Legends’.

This engaging program, hosted by Akio Seki, delves into urban legends that cannot be discussed on television or YouTube. Featuring guests such as popular YouTubers with over one million subscribers and professionals from diverse fields, the show promises to reveal the latest deep urban legends that can only be found on Tatedra. With the total view count for related videos exceeding four million, and a publication scheduled for February 10, 2026, the series has quickly gained a loyal following since its inception.

The new theme ‘Real VIVANT: Truth of the Secret Organization’ will feature military journalist Buntaro Kuroi and security journalist Kenji Yoshinaga as special guests. They will discuss the origins and activities of the secret organization that inspired the highly popular drama ‘VIVANT’, exploring the truths that historical events have unveiled about the organization. Furthermore, they will engage in an in-depth discussion regarding current issues facing intelligence agencies in Japan and the real dangers currently at play.

Key Highlights of the Series:

• - Revealing the Hidden Leader of the 'Special Team': A glimpse into the concealed leadership of the organization.
• - Reality of HUMINT Activities: Challenging the preconceived notion that operatives rarely operate overseas.
• - Alarming Connections Within Intelligence Structures: Investigating the dark truths surrounding the SIGINT (Signals Intelligence) operations dominated by police bureaucrats within the Ministry of Defense.
• - Connections Between Ex-Members and Major Research Firms: Disclosure of relationships that manifested from historic events involving former members of the secret organization.
• - The Future of Intelligence in Japan: A look into what lies ahead concerning intelligence practices in Japan.

Featured Personalities:

• - Host: Mr. Urban Legend Akio Seki
• - Broker of Urban Legends: Sumipon
• - Guests:

- Buntaro Kuroi: A renowned military journalist with a wealth of experience from covering conflict zones in approximately 30 countries, currently active as a military journalist after serving as a special writer for a military magazine and editor-in-chief at World Intelligence.
- Kenji Yoshinaga: A former intelligence officer who dedicated over 30 years to counter-spy activities and HUMINT, now working as a security journalist and consultant for economic security, also engaging in research on issues surrounding the Korean Peninsula.

Show Overview:

The show invites viewers to create new legends together, exploring the unexplored stories behind urban legends. While these legends are widely recognized, unseen “behind-the-scenes” narratives often hold essential clues to the truth. Many people have challenged previously shared stories by Mr. Urban Legend Akio Seki; however, upon reflection, they might find those tales are surprisingly credible.

Japan currently stands at a critical turning point. This program challenges viewers to step forward with serious-minded individuals contemplating the future. It aims to shed light on truths not fully conveyed on television or other platforms, with deep narratives that elevate the storytelling experience.

Let’s join forces and change the world!

More Information:

For further details about the program:

• - Website: Official Tatedra Site
• - Social Media: Follow Tatedra on X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for updates and behind-the-scenes content.

About Tatedra:

Tatedra focuses on original drama content in a unique vertical format, allowing viewers to enjoy episodes of about 2 minutes each, making it ideal for viewing on smartphones during breaks or downtime.

To learn more about the app and download it, visit Tatedra App.