Commanding shoguns and samurai warriors, exotic geisha and exquisite artisans—all were part of the Japanese “renaissance”; a period between the 16th and 19th Centuries when Japan went from chaos and violence to a land of ritual refinement and peace. But stability came at a price: for nearly 250 years, Japan was a land closed to the Western world, ruled by the Shogun under his absolute power and control. Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire brings to life the unknown story of a mysterious empire, its relationship with the West, and the forging of a nation that would emerge as one of the most important countries in the world.
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Dynamic reenactments and expert commentaries bring to life the tumultuous history and power struggle...
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A series of skits revolving around poking fun at Japanese traditions, such as the art of romance, ap...
A ten-part series on Japanese language and culture.
The British actress goes on a 2,000 mile journey across the four main islands of Japan, travelling f...
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Kevin McCloud is passionately optimistic about technology and the future, but Jon Richardson, Phil W...
Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons,...