Neighborhood Community (Tonari-gumi) represented the smallest demographic unit in Japan"s nationwide mobilization effort during World War II. Its purpose was to streamline rationing and enforce ideological conformity more effectively.
Each group comprised 5–10 families, cooperating to support one another while monitoring for any suspicious conduct.
A theme song was produced to advertise the initiative, and it quickly rose to popularity across Japan thanks to its upbeat tune and resonated with citizens who embraced the collective spirit daily.
