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Embark on a journey through history to discover the fascinating story of Shōtarō Noda, the first Japanese person to convert to Islam, sparked by a tragic event off the coast of Japan.

In the late 19th century, amidst the backdrop of the Meiji Restoration and the decline of the Ottoman Empire, a goodwill mission aimed at forging an alliance between Japan and the Ottomans led to an unforeseen tragedy.

The ship Ertugrul, carrying over 600 sailors, was destroyed in a typhoon, leading to a catastrophic loss of life. Amidst this tragedy, Shōtarō Noda, a journalist covering the story, found himself in Istanbul, where his life took a remarkable turn.

This video delves into Shōtarō's journey from a civilian journalist to the first Japanese Muslim, exploring his deep dive into Ottoman history, Islamic studies, and his eventual conversion to Islam.

Witness the birth of a unique legacy that bridged two distinct cultures and left an indelible mark on the historical relations between Japan and Turkey.