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What Will You Do, Ieyasu?

7.9·1 season·50 episodes·43 min avg.·Japan

He lost his land, his father, and was torn from his mother. Lonely and wounded, young Takechiyo thought he'd live out his days quietly as a hostage. But fate had other plans. Inspired by Mikawa warriors, he becomes a minor lord and dives into a war-torn world ruled by monsters like Nobunaga and Shingen.Life-or-death moments, miscalculations, and no time to breathe—what will you do, Ieyasu?

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What Will You Do at Okehazama?Up next
Jan 8, 2023·7.0

Matsudaira Motoyasu, a hostage of Imagawa Yoshimoto, faces Oda Nobunaga’s threat while navigating love for Lady Sena and a risky mission that could change everything.

02
The Rabbit and the Wolf
Jan 15, 2023

After Yoshimoto’s death, Motoyasu flees Nobunaga’s forces and faces betrayal from his vassals, barely escaping to Daiju-ji temple.

03
The Battle to Subdue Mikawa
Jan 22, 2023

Motoyasu vows to overthrow Nobunaga but hesitates to betray the Imagawa when Sena is in Sunpu, until his mother O-Dai unexpectedly returns.

04
What Will You Do at Sunpu?
Jan 29, 2023

Motoyasu confronts Nobunaga at Kiyosu Castle, meeting Tokichiro and Nobunaga’s sister Ichi, while Sena faces pressure to become Ujizane’s concubine.

05
The Plan to Rescue Sena
Feb 5, 2023

Motoyasu teams up with Honda Masanobu and Hattori Hanzo to rescue Sena from Sunpu, despite distrust and vassal objections.

06
The Plan to Rescue Sena, Continued
Feb 12, 2023

With Masanobu’s plan failing, Motoyasu risks everything on a bold exchange mission as flames rise at Kaminogo Castle.

07
My House
Feb 19, 2023

Now Ieyasu, Motoyasu returns home to unite Mikawa, but unrest grows as Sena warns of the Ikko Sect and Ieyasu’s orders spark rebellion.

08
What Will You Do About the Mikawa Uprising?
Feb 26, 2023

Ieyasu’s taxation provokes the Ikko Sect, lords defect, and Hanzo uncovers the strategist’s shocking identity amidst escalating chaos.

09
Those That Must Be Protected
Mar 5, 2023

Betrayed by Masanobu, Ieyasu isolates himself but ultimately makes a painful choice after facing both personal and political loyalties.

10
What Will You Do About a Concubine?
Mar 12, 2023

Sena opens a hermitage, O-Dai urges Ieyasu to take a concubine, and a coup in Kyoto forces him into turbulent decisions.

11
A Secret Agreement with Shingen
Mar 19, 2023·6.0

Ieyasu, lord of Mikawa, forms a secret pact with Takeda Shingen to divide the Imagawa lands, while Sena worries for her friend O-Tazu.

12
Ujizane
Mar 26, 2023

Besieged and abandoned, Ujizane flees to Kakegawa Castle, forcing Ieyasu to battle a former brother-in-arms while reflecting on Yoshimoto.

13
Ieyasu Goes to Kyoto
Apr 2, 2023

Ieyasu travels to Kyoto under Ashikaga Yoshiaki’s orders, meeting Nobunaga’s allies and questioning Yoshiaki’s true intentions.

14
What Will You Do at Kanegasaki?
Apr 16, 2023

Ieyasu senses Azai Nagamasa’s betrayal at Kanegasaki, urging retreat and testing his alliance with Nobunaga.

15
What Will You Do at Anegawa?
Apr 23, 2023

Ieyasu faces a choice to support or betray Nobunaga as both armies confront each other across the Ane River, while a bullet pierces his camp.

16
Don’t Anger Shingen
Apr 30, 2023

Ieyasu seeks alliances against Shingen, rescues his brother-in-law Gensaburo, and risks provoking the Takeda lord.

17
The Battle of Mikatagahara
May 7, 2023

Shingen advances on Hamamatsu, and Ieyasu must protect Totomi, appease Nobunaga, and safeguard Sena in a critical stand.

18
The Real Battle of Mikatagahara
May 14, 2023

Rumors of Ieyasu’s death spread; as Shingen’s health fails, the Tokugawa retainers face a mysterious new arrival.

19
What Will You Do With a Mistress?
May 21, 2023

With Shingen dead, Ieyasu finds solace in maid O-Man while Sena visits, stirring conflicted emotions.

20
Coup d’Etat at Okazaki
May 28, 2023

As Katsuyori invades Tokugawa lands, Ieyasu sends reinforcements while a conspiracy brews inside Okazaki Castle.

21
Save Nagashino!
Jun 4, 2023

Ieyasu turns to Nobunaga for aid against Takeda forces, but must break their alliance as a shocking condition.

22
The Battle of Shitaragahara
The Battle of Shitaragahara
Jun 11, 2023

Ieyasu launches a risky night attack, triggering Nobunaga’s trap and unleashing devastating matchlocks on the Takeda.

23
Sena Awakens to the Truth
Sena Awakens to the Truth
Jun 18, 2023

Sena’s secret meetings with Chiyo are exposed, forcing Ieyasu to punish Mizuno while seeking comfort with O-Ai.

24
Gather at Tsukiyama!
Gather at Tsukiyama!
Jun 25, 2023

Ieyasu races to Tsukiyama as Sena reveals her secret plan to protect allies, but he cannot act on it in time.

25
A Far Distant Dream
A Far Distant Dream
Jul 2, 2023

Ieyasu attempts to shield his family from Nobunaga after Sena and Nobuyasu’s plan is exposed, while Sena sacrifices her reputation.

26
A Relaxing Tour of Fuji
A Relaxing Tour of Fuji
Jul 9, 2023

Three years later, Ieyasu and Nobunaga navigate tense diplomacy during a Mt. Fuji outing, disrupted by Nobunaga’s whims.

27
Showdown at Azuchi Castle
Showdown at Azuchi Castle
Jul 16, 2023

Ieyasu reveals a hidden plan to kill Nobunaga, facing divided retainers during a tense banquet at Azuchi Castle.

28
The Honnoji Incident
The Honnoji Incident
Jul 23, 2023

Ieyasu must act decisively as flames engulf Honnoji, while O-Ichi reveals Nobunaga’s hidden intentions.

29
Cross Iga!
Cross Iga!
Jul 30, 2023

With Nobunaga dead, Ieyasu flees to Okazaki via Iga, facing deadly ambushes from ninja along the way.

30
A New Conqueror
A New Conqueror
Aug 6, 2023

Ieyasu returns to Hamamatsu, shifts focus to the Hojo clan, and watches tensions rise between Hideyoshi and Katsuie.

31
The Greatest Battle in History
The Greatest Battle in History
Aug 13, 2023

Ieyasu faces Hideyoshi’s massive army and blocked plans, forcing him into a desperate gamble for survival.

32
The Clash at Komaki-Nagakude
The Clash at Komaki-Nagakude
Aug 20, 2023

Ieyasu outwits Hideyoshi at Komakiyama Castle, using deception and clever trench tactics to gain the upper hand.

33
The Traitor
The Traitor
Aug 27, 2023

Ieyasu defeats Hideyoshi at Nagakute but faces political intrigue as Kazumasa suspects Hideyoshi’s schemes.

34
The Toyotomi Bride
The Toyotomi Bride
Sep 3, 2023

Cornered and shaken, Ieyasu must choose between yielding to Hideyoshi’s bride offer or fighting outright.

35
The Beast of Avarice
The Beast of Avarice
Sep 17, 2023

Ieyasu meets Hideyoshi’s family and manages vassals, encountering Ishida Mitsunari, the Toyotomi’s cunning strategist.

36
O-Ai’s Diary
O-Ai’s Diary
Sep 24, 2023

Ieyasu navigates family tensions over a proposed marriage, while O-Ai uncovers a surprising secret involving Mototada.

37
Farewell to the Mikawa Vassals
Farewell to the Mikawa Vassals
Oct 1, 2023

Ieyasu marches with reinforcements as Hideyoshi besieges Odawara, concealing his true orders from vassals.

38
Into China
Into China
Oct 8, 2023

Hideyoshi plans overseas conquest, while Ieyasu tries to prevent him and learns troubling news from Korea.

39
The Taiko’s Exit
The Taiko’s Exit
Oct 15, 2023

Chacha gives birth to Hideyori; Ieyasu persuades Hideyoshi to pursue peace, but the war resumes when deception is revealed.

40
Ieyasu, Master of the Realm
Ieyasu, Master of the Realm
Oct 22, 2023

Hideyoshi dies, and Ieyasu rises in power, gaining the trust of lords while Mitsunari grows wary of his ambition.

41
Mitsunari’s Counterattack
Mitsunari’s Counterattack
Oct 29, 2023

Ieyasu asserts authority in Osaka, anticipating rebellion from Uesugi Kagekatsu while leaving Torii Mototada in charge.

42
The Day of Reckoning
The Day of Reckoning
Nov 5, 2023

Ieyasu rallies support for war against Mitsunari’s western coalition, while Chiyo and Mototada defend Fushimi Castle.

43
The Battle of Sekigahara
The Battle of Sekigahara
Nov 12, 2023

Outnumbered at Sekigahara, Ieyasu uses secret letters and tactical brilliance to face Mitsunari’s massive army.

44
Birth of the Tokugawa Shogunate
Birth of the Tokugawa Shogunate
Nov 19, 2023

Ieyasu reports victory, secures a marriage alliance, and establishes the Edo shogunate while managing internal tensions.

45
The Two Princes
The Two Princes
Nov 26, 2023

Ieyasu confronts the rising Toyotomi threat as Hideyori makes a dazzling public appearance, sparking conflict over succession.

46
The Siege of Osaka
The Siege of Osaka
Dec 3, 2023

Ieyasu besieges Osaka with 300,000 troops and cannons, facing resistance at the Sanada Bailey and a deadly conspiracy.

47
Ghosts of Troubled Times
Ghosts of Troubled Times
Dec 10, 2023

Osaka Castle falls; Ieyasu prepares to march again as ronin gather and only he can stop Chacha’s sister Hatsu.

48
Finale: To a Divine Ruler
Dec 17, 2023

Ieyasu leads the final battle, claiming victory over the Toyotomi, securing Edo, and earning the title of “Divine Ruler” as Lady Sen pleads for mercy.

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Cast

20 credited
Jun Matsumoto
Tokugawa Ieyasu / Takechiyo
Junichi Okada
Oda Nobunaga
Kasumi Arimura
Tsukiyamadono / Sena
Tsuyoshi Muro
Toyotomi Hideyoshi
Mansai Nomura
Imagawa Yoshimoto
Hiroshi Abe
Takeda Shingen
Nao Omori
Sakai Tadatsugu
Yuki Yamada
Honda Tadakatsu
Yosuke Sugino
Sakakibara Yasumasa
Rihito Itagaki
Ii Naomasa

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