Kingdoms Of The East

The Mark Of Empire

4 Episodes Premiered December 10, 2022

Season Overview

Over six weeks and covering 2,500km, Peter travels to South Korea, the birthplace of the Joseon dynasty and the longest reigning. In Japan, he discovers the mighty Tokugawa Shogunate and in Hokkaido, home to the Ainu, he goes in search of wild bears. Finally, to the southern Ryukyu Kingdom, home to enterprising merchants.

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Episodes

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EP 1

Warriors Of Tokugawa

Dec 10, 2022

Peter Lee tries his hand at samurai swordsmanship and makes supersized sushi, as he uncovers the legacy of the mighty Tokugawa Shogun that unified Japan 400 years ago.

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EP 2

Joseon’s Defenders

Dec 11, 2022

Peter joins a deep-sea archaeology expedition, as he uncovers the legacy of the Joseon Dynasty in South Korea. And tries his hand at archery, a skill that was a key weapon in defence.

View Details 46 MIN
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EP 3

Merchants Of Ryuku

Dec 12, 2022

Peter Lee learns the art of kobudo fighting and searches for underwater artefacts in Japan’s Ryukyu islands, as he traces the history of the vibrant kingdom of merchants.

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EP 4

Descendants Of Ainu

Dec 13, 2022

Peter visits Hokkaido to learn about the indigenous Ainu, trying out ancient crafts and venturing deep into nature to discover how their culture was almost lost after years of oppression.

View Details 46 MIN