Heart of a Samurai
天地人
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About
Tenchijin is the 48th NHK Taiga drama. It airs on NHK from January 4, 2009 every Sunday from 20:00 to 20:44 JST to November 22, 2009 spanning 47 episodes. The story centers on the life of the 16th century samurai Naoe Kanetsugu. Production began on April 27, 2007. The story is based on the novel Tenchijin by Masashi Hisaka and was adapted for screen by scriptwriter Eriko Komatsu. The series' music composer was Michiru Oshima. The protagonist of the drama, Naoe Kanetsugu, was taught by Uesugi Kenshin in his youth that to conquer the world is a trifling matter, but what matters is to live one's life with righteousness. After Uesugi's death, Naoe supports Uesugi Kagekatsu, who holds the destiny of Echigo province.
Cast
Satoshi Tsumabuki
as
Hiroshi Abe
as Kenshin Uesugi
Michiko Kichise
as Oyū
Saki Aibu
as Hanahime
Masami Nagasawa
as
Kyoko Fukada
as Yodo-dono
Reiko Takashima
as Sentoin
Anne Watanabe
as Mego-hime Date
Kazuki Kitamura
as
Takako Tokiwa
as
Masanobu Takashima
as
Misako Tanaka
as
Shun Oguri
as
Shingo Katsurayama
as
Umika Kawashima
as
Sumiko Fuji
as
Rin Aizawa
as
Michiko Kichise
as
Kyoko Fukada
as
Takashi Sasano
as
Episodes
Tenchijin season 1
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Stream Heart of a Samurai online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2009, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About Heart of a Samurai
Tenchijin is the 48th NHK Taiga drama. It airs on NHK from January 4, 2009 every Sunday from 20:00 to 20:44 JST to November 22, 2009 spanning 47 episodes. The story centers on the life of the 16th century samurai Naoe Kanetsugu. Production began on April 27, 2007. The story is based on the novel Tenchijin by Masashi Hisaka and was adapted for screen by scriptwriter Eriko Komatsu. The series' music composer was Michiru Oshima. The protagonist of the drama, Naoe Kanetsugu, was taught by Uesugi Kenshin in his youth that to conquer the world is a trifling matter, but what matters is to live one's life with righteousness. After Uesugi's death, Naoe supports Uesugi Kagekatsu, who holds the destiny of Echigo province. Across 1 season and 47 episodes, originally airing on NHK BS1.
Heart of a Samurai Cast and Characters
The cast features Satoshi Tsumabuki, Hiroshi Abe (as Kenshin Uesugi), Michiko Kichise (as Oyū), Saki Aibu (as Hanahime), and Masami Nagasawa. Their performances are a major reason Heart of a Samurai has built such a passionate audience.
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Heart of a Samurai flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heart of a Samurai
Where can I watch Heart of a Samurai online for free?
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How many episodes does Heart of a Samurai have?
Heart of a Samurai has 47 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Heart of a Samurai good? What's the rating?
Heart of a Samurai holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Heart of a Samurai?
The main cast includes Satoshi Tsumabuki, Hiroshi Abe, Michiko Kichise, and Saki Aibu, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Heart of a Samurai available in Japanese?
Yes — Heart of a Samurai was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Heart of a Samurai released?
Heart of a Samurai first aired in 2009.
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You can watch Heart of a Samurai online for free on Bowood.TV. All 47 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Heart of a Samurai have?
Heart of a Samurai currently has 1 season and a total of 47 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Heart of a Samurai about?
Tenchijin is the 48th NHK Taiga drama. It airs on NHK from January 4, 2009 every Sunday from 20:00 to 20:44 JST to November 22, 2009 spanning 47 episodes. The story centers on the life of the 16th century samurai Naoe Kanetsugu. Production began on April 27, 2007. The story is based on the novel Tenchijin by Masash… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Heart of a Samurai originally available?
Heart of a Samurai was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Heart of a Samurai first released?
Heart of a Samurai first premiered on January 4, 2009 (2009). The series has since concluded its run.
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