September 7, 1963 –
The first animated cartoon series to be imported from Japan, Astro Boy was broadcast on NBC-TV on this date.
Although originally intended only for the US airings of the show, the name “Astro Boy” proved to be popular among Japanese viewers as well, and so the names “Astro Boy” and “Tetsuwan Atomu” are interchangeable in Japan.
The Haus of Dcaligari 