John Wate

Secrets of the Samurai Sword

John Wate

Rob Tinworth, Takako Hayashi

Nova follows the creation of a katana from raw iron ore to finished masterpiece, through the hands of fifteen master artisans as scientists explain the chemistry and physics at each step that makes it a superb piece of engineering.

Samurai Warrior Queens

John Wate

The drama documentary tells the real life story of Samurai woman Takeko Nakano who in 1868 fights for her clans' independence in a final battle that marks the end of the Samurai era.

Ninja Shadow Warriors

John Wate

Antony Cummins, Ryo Watanabe

Samurai Headhunters

John Wate

Demetri Goritsas, Stephen Turnbull

A documentary on the dark and brutal side of the Samurai warrior clans featuring the life of peasant Masa who is pressganged into the ruthless world of the Samurai.

Das Schwert der Samurai

John Wate