NHK's history program "History Detective" (General Channel) will air "Hosokawa Gracia and Christians" on April 15th at 10 PM. The program will focus on Hosokawa Gracia, daughter of Akechi Mitsuhide. It will explore how her unwavering faith in Christianity and the surprising impact it had on Europe helped her overcome her harsh fate...
Gracia, who led a turbulent life, found Christianity to be the key to overcoming her hardships. Her deep faith influenced people throughout Europe. This program explores Gracia's musicals and places associated with her, delving into the profound relationship between Christianity and Gracia.
Furthermore, the research also investigated the history of the Hidden Christians who continued their faith for 250 years during the period of religious persecution. What emerged was a multitude of ingenious methods used to preserve their faith. This book introduces the extraordinary stories that shaped the fate of the Hidden Christians.
