Chushingura: The Treasury of Loyal Retainers

15th October 2014 28 mins Season 1 Episode 6

Chushingura is a particularly important kabuki play, and has been hugely popular since its premiere over 200 years ago. Find out why, and the history behind this dramatic story about loyal samurai.

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The Shakespeare of Japan: Chikamatsu Monzaemon

Explore the world of Chikamatsu Monzaemon, one of Japan's greatest playwrights. His vivid depictions of raw human drama are still hugely popular today. He is nicknamed the "Japanese Shakespeare."

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