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202118 minPG-13documentary

The Imjin War

202118 minPG-13documentary

Toyotomi Hideyoshi's ambitions drive the Samurai into a monumental conflict during the Imjin War, marking a pivotal moment in Japan's Sengoku Jidai era.

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Channel: The Shogunate

The Imjin War

2021• 18 minPG-13

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Toyotomi Hideyoshi's ambitions drive the Samurai into a monumental conflict during the Imjin War, marking a pivotal moment in Japan's Sengoku Jidai era.

Synopsis

Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a pivotal figure in Japanese history, drives the Samurai into one of their most significant conflicts during the Imjin War. This first part of the Imjin War sub-series, set within the broader context of the Sengoku Jidai era, explores Hideyoshi's ambitions and fears as he seeks to expand Japan's influence. The conflict, marked by military strategy and cultural exchanges, highlights the complexities of warfare in the late 16th century and its lasting impact on Japan and Korea.

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