Aoi: Tokugawa Three Generations 2000
What is Aoi: Tokugawa Three Generations?
Aoi: Tokugawa Three Generations is a television series. It is the 39th NHK Taiga Drama and is based on a dynamic and colorful tale of the Tokugawa dynasty.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 49
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 9, 2000
- Last aired
- Dec 10, 2000
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK
- Genres
- Drama, War & Politics
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 49 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Aoi: Tokugawa Three Generations is a television series. It is the 39th NHK Taiga Drama and is based on a dynamic and colorful tale of the Tokugawa dynasty. The series covers three generations of the Tokugawa family, spanning from its founder to the third Shogun who solidified the Tokugawa power base.
Should you watch it?
“A vivid saga follows three Tokugawa shoguns shaping Japan’s destiny.”
- Richly portrays early Edo period politics
- Dynamic storytelling across three generations
- Visually striking production
- Lengthy episodes may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy expansive historical dramas about Japan’s samurai era.
The series contains mature political intrigue and war scenes, suited for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 49 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Battle of Sekigahara Jan 9, 2000
- E2 The Taiko's Last Will Jan 16, 2000
- E3 Five Great Elders, Five Comissioners Jan 23, 2000
- E4 The Titan at 58 Jan 30, 2000
- E5 Against the Mainstream Feb 6, 2000
- E6 Loyalities Feb 13, 2000
- E7 Writ of Censure Feb 20, 2000
- E8 Strength in Numbers Feb 27, 2000
- E9 Ogaki Castle Mar 5, 2000
- E10 Opening Skirmish Mar 12, 2000
- E11 The Battle Begins Mar 19, 2000
- E12 Sekigahara Bloodbath Mar 26, 2000
- E13 Mitsunari's End Apr 2, 2000
- E14 Yodo Loses Face Apr 9, 2000
- E15 The Three-Year-Old Bride Apr 16, 2000
- E16 Hidetada's Secret Apr 23, 2000
- E17 Princess Sen Weds Apr 30, 2000
- E18 Half Brothers May 7, 2000
- E19 Shogun Hidetada May 14, 2000
- E20 Dual Rule May 21, 2000
- E21 Peerless Father May 28, 2000
- E22 Ogosho Jun 4, 2000
- E23 Scandal in the Court Jun 11, 2000
- E24 Outline of Ambition Jun 18, 2000
- E25 Hideyori Goes to Kyoto Jun 25, 2000
- E26 Factional Rivalry Jul 2, 2000
- E27 Commencement of Hostilities Jul 9, 2000
- E28 Osaka Winter Campaign Jul 16, 2000
- E29 Osaka Summer Campaign Jul 23, 2000
- E30 Osaka Castle Burns Jul 30, 2000
- E31 Tadateru is Disowned Aug 6, 2000
- E32 Ieyasu's Death Aug 13, 2000
- E33 Tosho Daigongen Aug 20, 2000
- E34 Hidden Child Aug 27, 2000
- E35 Takechiyo's Lesson Sep 3, 2000
- E36 Princess Kazu Enters the Court Sep 10, 2000
- E37 Tadanaga Goes Mad Sep 17, 2000
- E38 The Utsunomiya Trap Ceiling Sep 24, 2000
- E39 Shogun Iemitsu Oct 1, 2000
- E40 A Father's Love Oct 8, 2000
- E41 The Meeting Oct 15, 2000
- E42 Imperial Visit Oct 22, 2000
- E43 A Woman's Lifetime Oct 29, 2000
- E44 A Princess is Born Nov 5, 2000
- E45 Kasuga-no-Tsubone Nov 12, 2000
- E46 Enthronement Nov 19, 2000
- E47 Three Brothers Nov 26, 2000
- E48 Farewell Hidetada Dec 3, 2000
- E49 The Making of a Wise Ruler Dec 10, 2000
Frequently asked questions
What historical period does the series cover?
It chronicles the early Tokugawa era, from founder Ieyasu to third shogun Iemitsu.
Who created the series?
The drama was written by James Miki.
When was the series first broadcast?
It aired in 2000 as NHK’s 39th Taiga Drama.
What genres describe the show?
It is classified as drama with war and political themes.
Which network produced the series?
It was produced and broadcast by NHK as part of its annual Taiga Drama lineup.