S1.E9 ∙ Episode #1.9

Battle for Tokyo: WW2" is an engrossing documentary that chronicles the epic struggle to defeat the Empire of Japan during World War II. Through archival footage and expert analysis, the series captures the intense battles, strategic maneuvers, and profound sacrifices that marked this pivotal chapter in history. From Pearl Harbor to Hiroshima, "Battle for Tokyo" offers a comprehensive and humanizing perspective on the Pacific theater, highlighting the resilience of Allied forces and the profound impact of the conflict on both military strategies and global politics. This compelling documentary brings to life the courage, camaraderie, and determination of those who fought to bring an end to Japanese imperialism and secure a lasting peace in the Pacific.

1942. Major Toporkov escaped from captivity and sneaks into a guerrilla camp, which is surrounded by the Germans. Mayor agrees with the commander to have an access to the weapons, to take to the concentration camp, where the prisoners are preparing an uprising.

In 1941, a young Japanese-American leftist, Kenny Saito, is blackmailed by a Naval Intelligence officer into becoming an American agent in Japan. After an initial mission in Hawaii, Kenny is told to infiltrate Japanese territory and discover whether or not the Japanese Navy will take hostile action against the U.S.. While in Japan, Kenny successfully passes himself off as a laborer, and discovers that six Japanese aircraft carriers are massing, their ultimate destination being Pearl Harbor. Hiding out on Etorofu Island, Kenny tries to transmit his news to American Intelligence - but his mission is almost ruined when he falls hopelessly in love with Yuki, one of the local villagers.