How Shōgun’s Period Language Is Different From The Modern Day Explained By Star
A star of FX’s new epic drama series Shōgun explains how the show’s period-correct Japanese language is different from how people speak today.A star of Shōgun explains how the…
‘Shōgun’s Co-Creators Have No Plan to Tell More of the Story
Executive producers Justin Marks & Rachel Kondo also talk about the importance of cultural experts being involved, every step of the way.Based on the bestselling novel written…
Shogun Has 1 Historical Inaccuracy The Show Wasn’t Allowed To Get Right, VFX Supervisor Reveals
Shōgun VFX Supervisor Michael Cliett reveals one historical inaccuracy that the miniseries wasn’t allowed to get right during production.Shōgun VFX Supervisor Michael Cliett revealed the one historical inaccuracy…
The Hidden Significance of Minowara in Shogun: Why Lord Toranaga Has So Many Enemies, Explained
This would explain why the other regents want him eliminated.It’s being touted as “the next Game of Thrones” for its war setting and political betrayals. And if you’ve…
There’s a Subtle Star Wars Influence in Every Shōgun Episode, Unveiled
Justin Marks wanted to match George Lucas’ intention with this choiceIf you ask co-creators Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo about the subtitles of their FX adaptation of Shōgun, they’re…
Goshawk Meaning in Shogun Episode 8 Explained: It Hints At Lord Toranaga’s Master Plan
We’re reaching the end of this saga—what’s in store for Anjin and Mariko?We’re reaching the end of this epic book-to-series adaptation, but if you’re wondering what “goshawk” meant…
‘Shōgun’s Romance Is Driving Everyone Nuts, Explained
If you’re like me, you love a good romance. Specifically, a historical one, and bonus points if it amplifies the surrounding story’s themes. Of all the heady topics Shōgun interrogates,…
‘Shōgun’s Toranaga Is Radically Different From the Man He’s Based On: You Wouldn’t Want To Cross Him
FX’s Shōgun is an undeniable hit. Adapting James Clavell‘s 1975 novel by the same name, the series tells the story of Lord Yoshii Toranaga’s (Hiroyuki Sanada) rise as Japan’s new…
One of ‘Shōgun’s Best Characters Is Hiding in Plain Sight, She Isn’t Even A Samurai
Even if she’s not a samurai, this fan-favorite character can steal a scene with just a look.FX’s Shōgun has been an enthralling television event that has truly excelled at…
Why Does Mariko Hate and Despise Her Husband That Much In ‘Shōgun’: Explained in Details
Toda Mariko is a powerful player in ‘Shōgun’ on FX, but she has a complicated relationship with her abusive husband.As one of the first big television hits…