The Ume Tree in the Midst of the Snow

5.9

The third episode of 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty deals with the period of history spanning from the reign of King Munjong, the first son of Sejong, to the chaos of Yeonsangun's rule. The "ume tree" of the title represents…

The Hoechun Gate

10.0

The sixth episode of 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty covers the period of Prince Gwang Hae's reign in the early 17th Century, in particular the contention for the throne when Queen In Mok gave birth to Prince Yeong Chang,…

The Wind Orchid

6.0

The fourth episode of 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty covers the first half of the 16th Century, from the reign of Jungjong to Myeongjong. The drama focuses in particular on the court intrigue surrounding Jung Nan Jung,…

Queen In Hyeon

7.2

The eighth installment of 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty covers the reign of King Suk Jong in the late 17th-early 18th Centuries. More than any of Suk Jong's own accomplishments, however, his reign was marked by political…

Namhan Mountain Castle

10.0

The seventh of the 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty series deals with the reigns of In Jo, Hyo Jong and Hyeon Jong in the 17th Century. The period in which In Jo ruled was marked by General Yi Gwal's rebellion, the two…

Pa Mun

10.0

The tenth episode of 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty covers the late 18th to early 19th Centuries, from the reign of King Jeongjo to Sunjo, focusing on the Confucian scholars of the period and the first Korean Catholics.

Kawa, Itsuka Umi e

7.2

NHK's 50th-anniversary memorial drama serial. This drama consisting of several short stories starring some of the well-known actors and actress of Japan today. A ball floats from the river's source to the sea, unlocking…

Asakusa Fukumaru Ryokan

7.5

National Theatre celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2006. In January 2007, the theatre begins its 51st year with “Asakusa Fukumaru Inn,” a new drama where every episode is self-inclusive, set in an old-line inn…

Toshodaiji 1200-nen no Nazo Tenpyo o Kake Nuketa Otome-Tachi

Part of " JNN 50th Anniversary / Historical Taiga Spectacle ". Original idea was from Akihiro Doukawa. This is a program that elucidates the mystery of Toshodaiji Temple in two parts: a documentary that follows the…

Fall Out

It’s been nearly 500 days since an accident at a nuclear power plant. Apartment residents exposed to radiation compete with each other to get ice, an essential for survival. Living itself is a pain, but people strive…