Time and Tide - Season 5 Episode 12

Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets muddied amid legends and fantasies. The truth...

Historical figures and their decisions that changed the course of history. Based on expert research, the program explains dilemmas the that heroes...

Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen,...

Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo. More than a million people enjoyed life in this small but abundant city. They live on in ukiyo-e woodblock...

Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.

In the year 1580, a man named Lord Nobunaga Oda sends hoards of unholy armies across Japan, slaying all who stand in their way. A young ninja escapes...

An incredible, no holds barred look at some of the most shocking and intense life or death rescues, standoffs, animal saves and close calls from...

Watch what happens when animals are caught on camera doing wacky activities! This music video series captures the funny moments animals have in their...