Samurai Castles
New NHK World TV Series premiers
The first episode of my new NHK World TV show "Samurai Castles" is now available On Line On Demand
From the NHK; Castles offer insights into Japanese history and spirituality. Tower keeps, or Tenshu, first appeared in Japan when a powerful warlord fortified his castle with a tall tower during the turmoil of 500 years ago. Their stone-walled bases were built without binding agents, their designs held devices to defend the castle during sieges, and their grandeur exuded power and authority. History and castle buff Chris Glenn reveals the Tenshu's secrets, focusing on designated-National-Treasure Inuyama Castle.
Click on the link to watch, and enjoy! https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/3022002/