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Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire

Season 1 Episode 3: The Return of the Barbarians

In the 18th century, Edo has become a thriving cultural and economic hub, despite its geographical separation from Western influences. However, this era of prosperity is on the verge of being disrupted by the increasing presence of foreign powers.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Way of the Samurai

1. The Way of the Samurai

Aired: May 26, 2004

The next episode will explore the unification of Japan under Tokugawa Ieyasu,...

Episode 2 The Will of the Shogun

2. The Will of the Shogun

Aired: May 26, 2004

Tokugawa Iemitsu solidifies his power, commanding the daimyos to bow to his a...

Episode 3 The Return of the Barbarians

3. The Return of the Barbarians

Aired: May 26, 2004

In the 18th century, Edo has become a thriving cultural and economic hub, des...

Main Cast

Richard ChamberlainNarrator

Appearances

Luke S. Roberts

Luke S. Roberts

Michael Auslin

Michael Cooper

Beatrice M. Bodart-Bailey

Beatrice M. Bodart-Bailey

Creators

Lyn Goldfarb

Lyn GoldfarbCreator, Director

Deborah Ann DeSnoo

Deborah Ann DeSnooCreator, Director

Info about Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography