The 19th Century was a turbulent one for Japan. Enduring the throes of change brought about by the Meiji era, it still struggled to join the world and be considered a "civilized, modern nation." After 300 years, samurai turned to labor, farmers sought other industries, and technology became king. Saka no Ue no Kumo covers the later years of the Meiji, when Japan—still wrestling with its identity—fought the little discussed Russo-Japanese War. We join the story with brothers Akiyama Yoshifuru and Akiyama Saneyuki, and their friend, the poet Masaoka Shiki, as they face these travails with decided Japanese spirit.
Show Info
Network: NHK
(2009 -
2011)
Schedule: Sundays at 20:00
(90 min)
Status: Ended
Language: Japanese
Show Type:
Scripted
Genres:
DramaWarHistory
Episodes ordered: 4 episodes
Official site: www9.nhk.or.jp
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Previous Episode
The Battle of the Sea of Japan
Episode 3x04; Dec 25, 2011
Previous Episodes
Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
---|---|---|
3x04: The Battle of the Sea of Japan | Dec 25, 2011 | |
3x03: Enemy Vessels Sighted | Dec 18, 2011 | |
3x02: Hill 203 | Dec 11, 2011 |
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Extra Details
Also known as:
- A Cloud Upon a Slope ( United States)
- Clouds Over the Hill ( United States)
- 坂の上の雲 ( Japan)
- Clouds Above the Slope