What 'Shogun' Doesn't Tell You: The Real Samurai Who Became a Saint?
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Unveil the truth behind Takayama Ukon, the real-life samurai saint whose story mirrors the narratives of FX's "Shogun." Explore how his sacrifice of power and homeland for faith bridged two cultures, shaping the historical connections between Japan and the Philippines. This gripping tale redefines bravery, unveiling the profound impacts of Ukon's legacy across nations.
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Video Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Takayama Ukon: The Real Samurai Saint
01:44 Exploring Takayama Ukon’s Ancestry and Samurai Heritage
03:09 Early Life of Takayama Ukon During Japan's Sengoku Period
04:25 The Christian Conversion of Samurai Takayama Ukon
06:20 Military Achievements and Strategies of Takayama Ukon
08:05 Cultural Contributions: Takayama Ukon’s Mastery of the Tea Ceremony
10:25 The Exile of Takayama Ukon: Choosing Faith Over Power
13:37 Takayama Ukon’s Legacy: From Samurai to Saint
14:48 Forgotten Historical Connections Between Japan and the Philippines
16:45 Reflecting on Takayama Ukon’s Impact and Legacy
About KIRBY:
Kirby Pábalan-Táyag Aráullo is a Filipino American historian, content creator, and renowned culture bearer based in California. He is also the author of the groundbreaking book “Black Lives & Brown Freedom: Untold Histories of War, Solidarity, & Genocide,” and the Co-Founder and former Director of Operations for the Bulosan Center for Filipino Studies at the University of California, Davis.
Kirby is a direct descendant of the last indigenous Paramount Kings of Luzon (of both Lakandúlâ of Tondo and Rája Matandá of Maynílâ), of the anti-colonial revolutionary Katipuneros, and of World War II Guerilyeras who fought for the liberation of the islands we now call the Philippines.
Born in Angeles City, Philippines, Kirby spent his childhood amidst the rebuilding of his homeland in the aftermath of Mt. Pinatubo’s cataclysmic eruption. His childhood beneath the shadows of the city’s red-light district, slum neighborhoods, and Clark Air Base (a former U.S. military installation) sparked his lifelong passion in advocating for the rights and the well-being of marginalized and disenfranchised communities. As a direct descendant of revolutionaries, politicos, and activists, Kirby’s upbringing was molded by productively engaging and navigating the realms of advocacy, traditional politics, and grassroots activism.
With a keen interest in varying fields (such as history, public affairs, and filmmaking) and a strong commitment to serving the community, Kirby studied at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, such as Harvard University, the University of California, Davis, and the Université catholique de Louvain (one of Europe’s oldest universities). He has been teaching Filipino people’s history through writing in indigenous Philippine scripts (Kulitan & Baybayin) for over a decade.
Today, Kirby is well-known for his educationally engaging KZread channel where you can find videos about history, culture, and everything in between! He is also currently working on his next big book “Luzones & the New World: Forgotten Histories from Southeast Asia to the Americas” along with an easy-to-read book and zine series known as “Know Our Roots,” and an educational coloring book series called “Color Our Roots.”
Kirby is an educator who is well-rooted in his culture and passionate about his colorful heritage (Kapampángan, Tagálog, Indigenous Áytá, Pangasinan, and Spanish-Basque-Portuguese-Irish Mestizo); he strives to decolonize Philippine history and democratize Ethnic Studies through knowledge and creativity. Kirby is a Dátû and Lakan by blood but an Artist-Scholar-Activist at heart.
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Have you seen the last episdoe of 'Shōgun' yet?
@luckytai-lan2166
2 ай бұрын
I saw the old 1981 version with Richard Chamberlain.😆
@user-wf5oo3tg1i
2 ай бұрын
Watch that and read clavel's books
@geopadilla1455
2 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, the show's Blacthorne /Anjin, the protagonist, distrusts the portugese priests since they are rivals and have different views on faith.
@hyndriandelmundo6855
Ай бұрын
but i prefer the old shogun tv series
@uyanamalagunding9156
28 күн бұрын
Kirby atin ku kutang non ya menibatan ing mangkukutud a amanu? Itang tagalug ibat ya kanu karela ita ana ya, tutu yaba itang amanwan ba?
During the recovery of the galleon San Diego, French archeologists found several katana hilts. They said that Christian samurai who fled Japan to the Philippines fought for the Spanish against the Dutch
@user-tu9fr6yn7i
2 ай бұрын
You may be right. I found this video which mentioned the galleon San Diego and its band of Japanese Christian mercenaries. kzread.info/dash/bejne/dpik0LKinNiqaNo.html
@AnimeArchaeologist
2 ай бұрын
Japan is OP?
@inisipisTV
2 ай бұрын
Yes. A lot of former Samurai turned to Spanish militia for their living fighting the Dutch.
Plaza Dilaw is where you find a statue of him in Manila.
@inisipisTV
2 ай бұрын
A lot of Japanese moved to Paco area turning it into Japanese town. Most changed their name to Christian/Spanish name.
Wow, the pre-War Filipino-Japanese relationship is super fascinating! Especially pre-European contact. Now it has me thinking of so many what-could-have-beens.
@cristiano7ronaldoTHEGOAT
2 ай бұрын
Tagalog people specifically Maynila and Tondo had a strong relationship with Japan in pre-colonial times. They were trading partners. Japanese called Tagalog people/Maynila/Tondo as "Ruson" or Luzones.
Pope Francis approved Takayama's beatification on 21 January 2016; it was celebrated in Osaka on 7 February 2017 with Cardinal Amato presiding on the pope's behalf.
🇵🇭 Would you like to see a Tagalog version of this video? 🤔
@danielward2328
2 ай бұрын
yes
@Wow-mau
2 ай бұрын
Opo 😊
@oxvendivil442
2 ай бұрын
And make an episode of the Huangdoms, Ming lands in Luzon and the Japanese in Cagayan and the Ruzon clan of Japan.
@FREEMEN.1989
2 ай бұрын
Opo
I watched this twice and your creation is so beautifully narrated. Saving this on my collection. Merci beaucoup!
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, your support means a lot. Merci beaucoup for saving my video!
This is a very interesting topic. There are quite a significant proportion of Manilenyos and Tagalog people who have Japanese ancestry and this can be traced to these events in the 16th and 17th century. Most families had their last names hispanized, but there are still Filipinos who have Japanese last names owing to their ancestry. One last thing... またね (mata ne) is rather formal compared to kita-kits. じゃね (ja'ne) would a better farewell to use in your videos.
Oh, YEAH!!! You actually did it! Thanks, man! Honestly, this is an epic part of our shared histories that should be more well-known. After coming to the U.S. from Q.C., I only came to learn of this by accident, while researching stuff on Japanese History. Other than that, I wouldn't have known! My parents were born, became adults, and lived in the PH (in Metro Manila, no less!) for decades on end, and even they don't know about it. Thankfully, you made this fine piece, and hopefully even more get to know of this curious part of history!
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you found the video informative and enjoyable 😊
P.s. I love how your shirts always matches the themes or topics of the video 💚
Extend this topic to Pangasinan - Japan connections pre-colonial years
@N192K001
2 ай бұрын
Oh, seconding that! Aside from the keeping their titles & honors (or "our" since my father is Kapampangan? But then again, he never taught me his language.), now even autonomy of foreign relations? Any other powers they kept during the occupation? These, I've got to know!
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Not necessarily autonomy on foreign relations, it was more of autonomy of trade 😊
@N192K001
2 ай бұрын
@@KirbyAraullo Okay, then. Still, nice! Thanks for the clarification!
What happened to the clan of Takayama Ukon in Manila? Are there surviving descendants of the clan?
Very interesting and informative! Learn something new everyday. Thanks!
babe wake up, there's a new video from datu kirby
Domo arigato gozaimasu, Kirby! Daghang salamat kanimo! Ang importante na nga nasabot kami nga mga Hapon among higala na.
Great job, I learned a lot!
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Well, I'm just here to make sure you're entertained while learning! 😂 But seriously tho, I appreciate your support and feedback, it means a lot!
Nice brother Kirby!
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
your the best kirby
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!🙏🏽
Bld. Justo Takayama Ukon, intercede for us
@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate your faith and support. Bld. Justo Takayama Ukon, pray for us! 🙏🏽
@clangelitud2104
2 ай бұрын
@@KirbyAraullo yes sir. Hoping someday, he will be St. Justus Takayama Ukon
@bvrbvt05
2 ай бұрын
1 Timothy 2:5 (NKJV) ⁵For there is one God and ONE MEDIATOR between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus,
Brilliant research into pre-colonial links between the Philippines and its Asian neighbors! More power to your endeavor and keeping us informed!
Wow another history. To learn
Please do a topic video on gen manuel tinio I just wanna know him more deeper my sources is limited thanks kirby
In japan,samurai champloo In philippines, samurai champurado
I HAVE TO GET DEEPER IN THIS 'BRILLIANT STORY' LIBRARY OF NEWSPAPER', NARRA AT KEW GARDEN, LONDON AT SPAIN, MADRID, 'THE BIBLIOTECA NATIONAL DE ESPANA. and CADIZ BIBLIOTECA'.
Hi Sir Kirby, curious lang ako sa history ng mga Chinese sa Pilipinas kasi diba pre-colonial spanish era, andito na sila. So ibig sabihin ba nun na mas malaking possibility ang mix ng Chinoy? I want to know more about that, since parang hindi siya masyado napaguusapan.
Can you talk about the Wha-Chi, The Philippine-Chinese Japan Opposition?
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@KirbyAraullo
2 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😊
I have another topic for you to talk about and search what is the real National Athem of the Philippines and I know Lupang Hinirang is not the National Athem of the Philippines because I research already and I want you to tell everyone the real truth why National Athem of the country has a different Athem because you know more about it
So. Did he started Ukonimiyaki as well? 😅
The Spanish Conquistadors was getting destroyed by the Moros , so the Spanish recruit the Samurai , back in the days the Waray Bolo method was more deadlier than the Escrimadors from Cebu
I appreciate sharing your knowledge & for producing content such as this. However, it's bothering how you deliver your story (or read your script). There are unnecessary pauses, e.g. pausing between an adjective & the noun it describes. Your outro sounds more natural. Just a point for your improvement. .
I know Philippines have 3 different National Athem so you need to explain why Philippine have several National Athem and not just one
but who is he in the show.i don't see relate unless bandwagon?
@partyeslife8157
Ай бұрын
The show is made up lol. It was not a historical piece. You should see how much bandwagon the characters were in the show compared to real life 😂
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Sir! Can you discuss the BATTLE OF YULTONG and how the filipinos helped the Korean. Please provide an in-depth discussion po. Thanks po
@s2oop436
2 ай бұрын
thats very cringe; it is just a small battla nad Philippines doesnt even helped koreans; it is the USA demand to bring filipinos in korean war because of alliance. kung di nagutos ang USA di tutulong ang pilipinas sa korean war
Eh mayroon na din palang history tayo with Japan. So Bakit inaangkin ng China the whole of South Sea na akala mo sila lang ang mga tao noon. Insane claim by a nuclear bully neighbour. Nice to know.
SEKIGAHARAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! What a wasted opportunity ! But nonetheless something to please the Japanese historical fans out there! WHELP, I'LL KEEP PLAYING MY SHOGUN 2 THEN! ~Plays Shogun 2 and picks Ottomo: Christian Tanegashima teppo goes boom~
"Mirrors the narrative of the show Shogun" Which part? It's not even close. Bro stop reaching just to get clout from the show. I get Ukon's history, but he is in no way close in being a Shogun. Click bait video. Such a shameful clickbait.
Thank you for covering this topic. Many people don’t know that hundreds of thousands of Japanese Kirishtan were forcibly exiled or voluntarily went to the nearest Catholic country, the Philippines.
I respect japanese resilience against Christian missionaries. While Phillipines was colonized and converted the japanese maintained their culture and tradition while denying Christianity to step a hold in their country. Hideyoshi saved jaoan by baanning christiannity or else people like takayama in name of christianity would've sold jaoan to Europeans