As fans eagerly wait for the upcoming instalment of Shogun, there is a piqued interest in the historical context that guides the plot of the series. In fact, Yoshi Toranaga's character has led many to ...

TOKYO -- A daughter's engagement is a time of joy for any proud father, but not for Ikuo Aoki. His daughter was thrown out of her boyfriend's family home when the young couple went to announce their ...

The mainstream media regularly report that young Americans have no interest in history or other cultures. But every month, tens of thousands of them buy the latest installment in the adventures of ...

With “Ghosts of Yotei” and “Assassin’s Creed: Shadows” set for wide release in 2025, it looks as though feudal Japan is going to be on a lot of gamers’ minds this year. And with good reason: From “Way ...