Japanese journalist Jumpei Yasuda who was in captivity with the Syrian militants for a period of over three years has said that he was not allowed to move or make any noise during the confinement.

Forbidden from moving or making noise, Japanese journalist recounts Syrian torment

A Japanese journalist who was held in Syria for more than three years before being freed this week has described his lengthy captivity as "hell." Jumpei Yasuda was freed earlier this week and taken to Turkey, where Japanese government officials confirmed his identity before announcing Wednesday that he was free.

Freed Japanese journalist says Syria kidnap ordeal was 'hell'

Jumpei Yasuda, a freelance journalist since 2003 has been held captive in Baghdad since 2004. He had earlier pleaded for help by reading a message to his family in a video. The Japanese government is saying it is doing its best to get the victim released.

New photo of Japanese hostage in Syria appears, message reads "Please Help"

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Forbidden from moving or making noise, Japanese journalist recounts Syrian torment

Freed Japanese journalist says Syria kidnap ordeal was 'hell'

New photo of Japanese hostage in Syria appears, message reads "Please Help"