1. Aoi Tokugawa III
"Aoi Tokugawa IIII" is not only the 39th Taiga drama produced by NHK, but also a historical masterpiece that is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Directed by outstanding directors such as Shigemitsu Yuhiko, it brings together powerful actors such as Masahiko Tsugawa, Toshiyuki Nishida, and Midori Ogami Matsu, and tells the story of the ups and downs of the fate of the three generations of Tokugawa shoguns. This drama rigorously follows historical facts, making the audience feel as if they have traveled through time and space and experienced the changes of that era. Although there has been some controversy due to the older age of the actors, it is undeniable that they have successfully created vivid historical figures with their superb acting skills.
2. Yuki Sakagami
"Sakagami no Kumo" is a 13-episode special historical drama created by NHK TV that has been airing since November 29, 2009. Created by directors such as Takeshi Shibata, Mikio Sato, and Taku Kato, and starring Masahiro Motoki and Kan Abe, it tells the legendary story of the brothers Yoshiko Akiyama and Shinyuki Akiyama, who were born in the Matsuyama domain, and the writer Shiki Masaoka who grew up with them. This drama not only shows the social changes in Japan during the Meiji Restoration, but also deeply depicts the emotional entanglements between the characters and the feelings of family and country.
3. Man of Destiny
"Destiny Man" was broadcast from January 15 to March 18, 2012 as a drama celebrating TBS's 60th anniversary. This drama is set against the backdrop of the Okinawa Secret Treaty about 40 years ago, and tells the story of how people who have been tricked by fate struggle and grow up in difficult situations. Directed by Yuyasu Doi, co-starring Masahiro Motoki, Takako Matsu and other luxury lineups, adapted from Toyoko Yamazaki's original work, allowing the audience to feel the depth of history at the same time, but also deeply appreciate the complexity and greatness of human nature.
4. Atsuhime
"Atsuhime" is adapted from the novel "Atsuhime Tenshoin" by Tomiko Miyaoo, which was produced and broadcast by NHK in 2008. Set in the last years of the Tokugawa shogunate, this drama details the life of Atsuhime, the daughter of a samurai of the Satsuma Domain, from her marriage to the shogun, her young widowhood, to the fall of the shogunate. Directed by director Mineyo Sato, written by Kumiko Tabuchi, and starring powerful actors such as Aoi Miyazaki and Eita Eita , the audience can enjoy the beautiful pictures while deeply feeling the turbulence and changes of that era.
5. The Tales of Taiping
"Taiheiji" is the twenty-ninth Taiga drama broadcast by NHK TV in 1991, based on Eiji Yoshikawa's "Private Taiheiji". This drama tells the story of the war that divided into two dynasties during the Northern and Southern Dynasties of Japan, as well as a series of historical events such as the Kamakura period, the Ashikaga clan raising troops to the fall of the Kamakura shogunate, the establishment of the military new policy, and the turmoil of the Northern and Southern Dynasties. Through the wonderful plot and the excellent performance of the actors, the audience feels as if they are in that turbulent era.
6. The princess of circulation, the last royal brother
"The Circulating Princess, the Last Imperial Brother" is a special work for the 45th anniversary of the establishment of TV Asahi in Japan, adapted from the biography of Aixin Jueluo Pujie. This drama is based on the troubled love story of Pu Jie, the last emperor of the Qing Dynasty, and his Japanese wife Saga Hao, and shows the changes of that era through their joys and sorrows. Written by Kari, directed by Akiji Fujita, and starring Yutaka Takeno and Takako Tokiwa, Ryuju presents a touching love story for the audience.
7. Wei Daotian: The story of the Tokyo Olympics
"Wei Daotian: The Story of the Tokyo Olympics" is another Taiga drama produced by NHK, which tells the story of the ups and downs of several generations of sports people in the more than 50 years from Japan's first Olympic participation in the late Meiji era to the 1964 Olympic Games. This drama not only shows the development of sports in Japan, but also profoundly reveals the importance of sportsmanship to the country and nation. Kankuro Nakamura, Takashi Abe and other starring roles, presenting the audience with a historical masterpiece full of passion and emotion.
8. Taira Kiyomori
"Taira Kiyomori" is NHK's 51st Taiga drama broadcast in 2012, focusing on the life of a generation of heroes Taira Kiyomori, and narrates the history of the rise and fall of the Heike family from the beginning of the Heike to the Battle of Tanura. The drama is described through the perspective of Minamoto Yorito, showing the turmoil of that era and the grievances and hatreds between the characters. Kenichi Matsuyama and other young actors starred, presenting a more vivid and realistic image of Taira Kiyomori to the audience.
9. Shingen Takeda
"Takeda Shingen" is a Taiga drama broadcast by NHK in 1988, which focuses on the life of Takeda Shingen, a famous military general in Japan's Warring States period, and tells his struggle and brilliant achievements in troubled times. This drama has won unanimous praise from the audience with its superb acting skills and gorgeous pictures, and the outstanding performance of the leading actor Kiichi Nakai is even more impressive. This drama not only shows Takeda Shingen's bravery and outstanding talents, but also profoundly reveals the social contradictions of that era and the complex relationship between the characters.
10. Ryoma Biography
"Ryoma" is a historical drama series broadcast by NHK in 2010, which tells the life of historical figure Ryoma Sakamoto through the vision of Yataro Iwasaki, the founder of the Mitsubishi Foundation. Through the wonderful plot and the outstanding performances of the actors, this drama shows the important position and outstanding contribution of Ryoma Sakamoto in the Meiji Restoration period in Japan. Masaharu Fukuyama and other leading actors presented a more realistic and vivid image of Sakamoto Ryoma for the audience, allowing the audience to feel the weight of history while also deeply experiencing the changes and progress of that era.