Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: PBS
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 9.5/10
Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire
Overview
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.
This production, originally released in 2004, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary, War & Politics genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 9.5 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Documentary and War & Politics.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Luke S. Roberts
Himself - UC Santa Barbera
Richard Chamberlain
Narrator
Michael Auslin
Himself - Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Michael Cooper
Himself - Former Editor, 'Monumenta Nipponica'
Beatrice M. Bodart-Bailey
Herself - Otsuma Women's University
Seasons
Miniseries
3 Episodes • Aired 2004-05-26
No season overview provided for this season.