A true story of diplomacy, courage, and forgotten legacy.br br In 1613, a samurai named Hasekura Tsunenaga set sail across the Pacific—on a Spanish-built galleon from Japan—on a mission unlike any other. His journey would span oceans and empires, bringing him face-to-face with kings, popes, and the heart of Catholic Europe.br br From feudal Japan to the Vatican, this is the cinematic retelling of one of the most extraordinary diplomatic journeys in world history. A forgotten ambassador. A bridge between two civilizations. A legacy of honor.br br br ---br br 🗺️ Chapters:br 00:00 – Introductionbr 00:41 – Japan's Changing Worldbr 02:10 – The San Juan Bautistabr 03:30 – The Dangerous Voyagebr 05:00 – Hasekura in Spainbr 06:10 – The Samurai in Romebr 07:20 – European Honors & Fading Hopebr 08:30 – Return to a Changed Japanbr 09:30 – Legacy in Spain, Silence in Japanbr 10:15 – Final Reflectionsbr br br ---br br 🔔 Like, Share & Subscribe to Vault of Centuriesbr For more cinematic history you’ve never heard before.br 📜 The past is never really gone—it’s just waiting to be rediscovered.br br br br ⚠️ Disclaimer:br br This video contains visuals and narration that were enhanced or partially created using AI tools for educational and storytelling purposes. While based on true historical events, some scenes are dramatized for cinematic effect.br br We strive to remain historically accurate and respectful to all cultures and figures represented.