How the Japanese Spy Drama ‘Vivant’ Became The Target of China’s Anger

New York Times30 October 2026, 06:15 UTCPeople's Republic of China

“Vivant,” a Japanese thriller that features Chinese spies, has drawn intense criticism from Beijing. Its creators defend the show, saying it is “completely fictional.”

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