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They were the most lethal swordsmen who ever lived--an elite warrior class who held the reigns of power in Japan for more than 700 years. Among this group of powerful fighters, one man stood out above all the rest.

Set to the action-packed, battle-scarred backdrop of Japan s warrior tradition, SAMURAI takes you on an immersive journey through historic Japan in the footsteps of the country s most legendary swordsman of all time Miyamoto Musashi. Join the host, actor Mark Dacascos as he explores ancient Samurai culture and trains in the weaponry and wisdom of Japan s great warriors. Visit one of Japan s oldest Kenjutsu sword schools, 400 miles south of Tokyo; travel to the ancient battleground where Musashi had his first experience of war at age 17; and in the town of Kumomoto, meet the Koiymas family, which has been making swords in the ancient tradition for generations.

Bringing together high-octane action and cutting-edge animation, HISTORYTM presents this thrilling and enlightening look at the life and legacy of Miyamoto Musashi, Japan s ultimate warrior.

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Travel back in time to Feudal Japan to discover the story of legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi as host Mark Dacascos explores the culture and weaponry of the fiercest warriors to ever walk the earth. Take a trip to the battlefield where Musashi fought in his first war; visit with the Koiymas family of Kumomoto for a compelling glimpse at the art of sword-making; and learn how Japanese warrior were trained in the art during a trip to one of the oldest Kenjutsu sword schools in the country. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi