Mitsuhide no Sumaho(2020)

Mitsuhide no Sumaho is a Japanese series that blends historical drama with modern absurdity. Set during the Sengoku Period of the 16th century, the show follows Akechi Mitsuhide, a legendary warlord navigating feudal Japan with an anachronistic tool: a smartphone. Rather than swords and strategy alone, Mitsuhide uses the device to connect with others, research his rivals, and outmaneuver his enemies in battle. The premise plays on the clash between ancient warfare and contemporary technology, creating a comedic yet surprisingly engaging take on a pivotal era in Japanese history. The series mines humor from the absurdity of a samurai warrior swiping through apps and scrolling for information, while maintaining the intrigue of political intrigue and conflict that defined the Sengoku Period.