The Making of Shōgun - Chapter One: Honoring Authenticity | FX

[@FXNetworks]

From casting to consultants to on-set catering, honoring authenticity was a fundamental part of the making of Shōgun.

[@ntegr8]

its LOOKIN AWESOME!, been waiting my whole life for a period observant story such as this...staying true to the period, taking your viewers through a time machine...let us hope it answers all of those and everyone will love it..Japanese history is a wonderful tapestry and story... it made me actually like history hehe..

[@overthewebb]

I read the book and it looks so good. You lot did amazing with this

[@elKarlo]

The first series was done by Japanese and often was in Japanese without subtitles. Stop pretending that you are doing anything but standing on the shoulders of giants

[@thechikuwa284]

Why did they cast Tadanobu Asano when they said they wanted to have the best actors? He is a really bad actor.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Great video!

[@stdocyuze9000]

So many Japanese had been fed up with Japan-related films portrayed by Hollywood in which main Japanese roles were played by English speaking Chinese or Korean actors and actresses for a long time. They don't know Japanese culture, language and even the way Japanese carry themselves. So not only most of those films had seemed like awkward parodies to Japanese people, but also Japanese had felt annoyed to see those "fake Japan" spreading around the world. That's why this Shogun seems promising.

[@LHITShappy]

sadly hollywood did this too other cultures as well

[@mariammeliksetian7916]

It's why Sanada produced and consulted on this show, this is his baby and he's going to do it correctly.

[@stdocyuze9000]

@@mariammeliksetian7916 Exactly. I would say this can be regarded as his achievement. I hope for Hollywood to take this opportunity to change its custom.

[@焼豚タマゴめし]

本当の日本を見て欲しいです。

[@davidcoldstar6333]

Well said All the Japanese agree with this comment

[@stephengilmore2741]

Seeing a showrunner who values authenticity and immersion above all else is seemingly rare these days. Here's hoping people watch in big enough numbers to show broadcasters that this is the quality we want!

[@ScrinGeneral17]

Thankfully that is exactly what happened.

[@maemuraakinori]

Exactly. It is like a miracle to have this happen!

[@緑大地青空]

本当の「グローバル」ってこういうことだと感じました！　あらゆる価値観をごちゃ混ぜにして何でもありな世界にするのではなく、その国の文化や伝統に敬意を持って接し、その上で仲良くすることがグローバルなんですよね。　 　制作に携わったすべての方々に感謝いたします！ありがとうございます！

[@eneadHunamori]

日本人であっても、歴史劇によって、日本の文化を改めて学びます。伝統を受け継ぎ、伝える人たちを心から尊敬します

[@TaTa-cj9qd]

ハリウッドで見るよくわからない中国っぽい建物とか韓国人がガバガバ片言日本語喋ってるとかなくてめっちゃみやすかった。こんな作品初めて

[@MrSteve280]

Contrary to the comments by several of the Japanese cast and crew, it's the rest of us that are incredibly fortunate to have had their involvement in this series. I cannot even imagine telling this story any other way. My wife and I have watched and rewatched first two episodes, anxiously awaiting the third next week. It is simply stunning.

[@KK-fi6ms]

As someone obsessed with Japanese culture, especially the Sengoku Era, for the past 25 years, I thank you all wholeheartedly for this celebration of my beloved subject.

[@AbinNot619]

Do you have a book recommendation about history of sengoku period or shogun things?

[@KK-fi6ms]

@@AbinNot619 Tales of the Otori (historical fantasy masterpiece closely inspired by Sengoku Era). The Book of Five Rings (contemporary non-fiction written by a famous Sengoku Era samurai).

[@yhwh5568]

​@@KK-fi6msI thought Miyamoto Musashi was an early Edo era samurai.

[@adofflokz1036]

Is it only on Japanese?

[@majemaje0805sweetvoice]

Wow, I had no idea there were so many people teaching Japanese customs in so many different fields. I saw this work on the street, I felt the dignity of historical dramas made in Japan today. I felt the behavior of samurai and common people since director Kurosawa's ``Seven Samurai''

[@LunaticReason]

I am so happy that I got to be a small part of this amazing production.

[@simamkelentanta7679]

I just can't wait to watch it

[@Moscato_Moscato]

Lucky!! This show must’ve been so cool to work on!! The sets and costuming are immaculate and you can tell everyone involved (you including) showed a lot of hard work and love to the production!

[@myatsan]

Is that you Mr Sanada?

[@LunaticReason]

@@myatsan Lol not even close although I did see him from afar during some shots.

[@LunaVioletta7]

@@LunaticReasonso cooll! Can I ask what you worked on? Also I’m confused by the mention of the Japanese caterer at her end, how did she cater 90-200 meals? Was her food by request only, or did she make everyone’s lunch? I was super curious what the Japanese cast and crew ate during this long shoot in Canada!

[@vya06045]

日本人の視点から見ると、これまでのハリウッド制作の日本を舞台とする映画では、中国文化と日本文化が混同されていたものが多かった。 しかし、この作品は混同せずに古い日本文化芸術を見事に再現している点が実に素晴らしい。 京都を訪れたことのある欧米人であれば、この違いに気が付けるのだろうか・・・

[@sumomo-p6d]

日本という国は、中国から大きな影響を受けているのは確か。だけどそれは地理的にしょうがないこと。日本は、価値観も文明的にも全く違う国です。中国、韓国と日本を一緒にしないで！！！！！！！！

[@delenngrey9492]

As someone (from Germany) who still loves the original series I EXPECTED this level of dedication. It would not work otherwise!

[@minim4235]

今までの日本を題材とした作品は全く日本ではなくて一体どこの国の話なの…？この外国人は日本人役なの…？なんだこりゃ？ と思って凄くモヤモヤしてたけどやっと日本の歴史に忠実な作品が出てきて本当に嬉しい。やっと感情移入出来て普通に作品を楽しむことができるよ

[@ElZorro85]

Shogun is my favourite book of all time and this show seems to do it justice. Can’t wait to finally see the show.

[@mizudashi2501]

Watching the original show as a child was the reason I wanted to visit Japan, and through effort and respect for the culture perhaps build a life there. Years later I would find myself sitting quietly in onsen and admire the serene view of mountain foliage and snow.. I wasn’t able to fulfill my dream of staying permanently and had to leave after 2 years, but my heart and mind forever remains in Japan.

[@RoyalDog214]

This is how you make a good TV show. Keep these casts and crews with you throughout more seasons.

[@jedi423]

I could be totally wrong, but I think it's just a one season limited series to adapt the novel

[@LifeLoveAndMonads]

@@jedi423 You are not wrong at all, it must be a one season limited series thing, but if they want, there are more novel of the same author that I have never personally read, but people say they are very good, maybe even better, depends on the taste. And then there is one more novel about Japan, but in a much later period.

[@mlm5150]

@@LifeLoveAndMonads All of Clavells novels tie into each other. I would highly recommend reading them! The later one about Japan takes place in the early 1800s. But it all ties back to Shogun.

[@thitran1362]

@@mlm5150 If am not wrong in that novel only one character is some what tied to Shogun right? Which is the desecendant of Toranaga?

[@mlm5150]

@@thitran1362 yes and no. There is one other character who is a descendant of Blackthorn. It's not known till almost the end of the novel.

[@admiralcoffeemaker6310]

A lot of this show was filmed in BC, Canada, can't wait to see our beautiful forests on display. Proud of our Japanese-canadian actors who stepped up.

[@Godzilladad]

That’s why I recognize so many actors from Canada. They always film there

[@denniskristos3800]

Hear, hear!! ... My friend Roger Busque, one of the shop set construction foremen (who also was the same for Shogun's competition "Avatar: The Last Airbender", incidentally, dropping on Netflix this next week), told me, by the time his crew were finished building the innumerable quantity of shoji screens they constructed for Shogun, that if they saw or had to make any more (even though they were very proud of what they created), it would be way too soon. Apparently those shoji screens especially, in terms of their decoration are just immaculate and very authentic. Can't wait enough for this series premiere...

[@burtan2000]

Right on. Still, i can't help but wonder why they aren't... FILMING IT IN JAPAN. Don't get me wrong. i love Canada. I've neve been to BC, but of anywhere in Canada, it's probably the best place to film a story set in a land that's THOUSANDS OF MILES (or thousands of kilometers) AWAY. At least they're both pacific, right? I remember, after that horrible earthquake, a few months later something floated onto BC beaches. Like some logs or something like that. But COVERED in deep sea creatures native to the wesetern pacific. So when you think about it like that, BC is practically Japan. (I assume some of the exterior shots are filmed in Japan; I'm just being a jerk.)

[@admiralcoffeemaker6310]

@@burtan2000 lots of reasons to film in BC: 1. Big film and tv industry here 2. Big population of Japanese and Japanese-canadians 3. Beautiful forests that are similar to many areas of Japan. 4. The first shogun minisiries was filmed in Japan so they probably wanted to do it somewhere else.

[@ciello___8307]

@@burtan2000 Its notoriously hard to film in japan. Even for japanese productions its hard to get filming permits there

[@mermaid1004]

海外の人もたくさんコメントしてて日本に親しんでくれてるのが分かって嬉しい

[@ttk5495]

I have been very disappointed with the fact that many of the films about Japan that have been made overseas have often been wrong or have played the Japanese as Chinese or Koreans. This film is very good and very faithful to the facts.

[@戦う-s1i]

背景の草木一つでも違和感あると、あぁここ日本じゃないなって結構分かるものだけど、日本で撮影してないのに全く違和感感じなかった。本当に凄い。

[@W4ABN]

With the history, culture, traditions, and mannerisms, it all encompasses what I love about Japan and my desire to learn the Japanese language. Love this show and learning about everything happening in the background to make it happen.

[@overthewebb]

I love how you got advisors to talk about every movement. Makes sense. I am clueless, I know Karate in the modern terms of fighting and tournaments, but I am clueless about real Japanese history. It's amazing to see

[@okitasan]

It's a small detail that even Japanese natives may not understand, though they may subconsciously intuit it when it is missing. If you watch the documentary "Kingdom of Dreams and Madness" about the making of the animated film Wind Rises, director Hayao Miyazaki advises his animators on the difference between the way people bowed during the 1930s era vs today. There's a subtle difference in the way they hold the bow that is period-authentic. And for something set during the medieval period, *everything* must be on point or else it will immediately break immersion for those who know what they're looking for. I think that just a decade or so ago, a western production would not have cared so much to get these details right, but audiences are becoming more and more discerning and informed (and international), and quality has risen to match expectations. Really excited for this show!

[@overthewebb]

@@okitasan You should realise though, the original show in the 1980's of Shogun was a joint show between Japan and the USA at the time, so it also had Japanese input. So much of the show was in Japanese language with English subtitles. This new series isn't so different. It's just gonna have much better special effects etc

[@overthewebb]

The book and story and production on the first show was British though. The story was also based on William Adams a true story, changed name in the book

[@Goddess_erika]

I’m really happy to watch an authentic period piece of Japanese drama❤

[@dragoonseye76]

As a US born Japanese, the original series was how i first gained any understanding of my culture.

[@duruarute5445]

Your culture is american?

[@dragoonseye76]

@@duruarute5445 my heritage, at least. Imagine knowing nothing about your heritage.

[@davidclark3474]

I’m half, raised in Southern California. The original was a big deal for me as a boy.

[@deathguard4432]

Japan 1600s

[@dragoonseye76]

@@deathguard4432 Good one. 👍

[@theswabbie30]

Shōgun is my all-time favorite novel which I have read twice and all-time favorite TV series which I have on DVD and have watched numerous times. For some reason I never get tired of it.

[@kossttamojaan]

Never

[@kevinbrown373]

I am african american growing up in san francisco I always been fascinated about japanese culture

[@johndoe9200]

Same here but I live in the swamps of Georgia

[@zy479]

The word authenticity is such an inclusive word in a production like this. They delivered it in so many levels and aspects.

[@theemaverick]

Nah, they really went all in on this show. It really looks epic. Can’t wait to see it.

[@Mocha0630cha]

大河より日本人の精神がこもってるように感じます。観たいなぁ

[@ロロロシメシロ]

これほどのものを日本で撮影してないことに驚いた。 土地が違うと雰囲気が合わないかと思ったけど、ここまで合わせられるなんて…

[@エド-y2u]

まだドラマ本編を見ていないのですが、予告編を見る限りでは違和感ないですね 普通、国が違うと空気感の様なものが違い、それが画面に映し出されてそこからリアリティがなくなることも多々あるのですが ちょっと霧でけぶった様な風景等、良い出来だと思いました

[@rosegarden0615]

コロナのために日本で撮影できなくてカナダで撮ったそうですが、見事ですね。

[@ofiaich666]

There was a tv series called Shogun with Toshiro Mifune, Yoko Shimada, Frankie Sakai and Richard Chamberlain made about 30 years ago. You can find on KZbin and on Amazon - boxed DVD set!

[@amnostempest4782]

不思議ですよね。　ラストサムライも日本の原風景に似ているという理由でニュージーランドで撮影してますし。

[@alsimplicio]

These behind the scenes/production videos are amazing. Thank you.

[@TomtheWonderDog]

I could tell your attention to authenticity just from the first trailer alone. Thank you so much for for your efforts and integrity in telling this story.

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

Its because of Canon and SONY that I love Japan! The last movie that made me cry was Japanese. And I don't think I've seen anything this impressive since Akira Kurosawa. I want to see this on the BIG screen!

[@johntriplett4470]

The last time I saw this level of effort for authenticity and attention to detail was the LOTR behind-the-scenes documentaries for the director's cuts.

[@mpopo9482]

今までのハリウッド映画みたいなヘンテコリンな日本ではないようなので期待できる。本当今までのハリウッド映画の日本は失礼極まりない!日本人役は変な中国人や韓国人だし、とにかく色々と変だった。 この作品はちゃんと日本人スタッフを使っているから好感が持てる。

[@Skeletors_Closet]

Can’t wait to buy this so I can watch it as much as I like! This is so awesome that Japanese culture is getting a full budget film to show its history. It’s an amazing story about an amazing society. Yes it had its negative traits and I’m glad that they are showing the truth of that. Japan is misunderstood by the world and I hope this helps people learn and understand the culture a little better. Now to make a show about Ghost of Tsushima!

[@anthrax442]

I can't wait to lie to my family that I am taking a business trip, when in actuality I'm going to lock myself in the hotel room and binge this

[@clintoncollier]

I first read the book 50 years ago. Thank you for this production, you honor the original material. Just wish you'd release the entire season instead of having to wait so long between the episodes...

[@arminarlert1953]

And they won tons of Emmys! Well deserved

[@JIRO-FX3150]

ここまで本格的な戦国時代の映画を再現したのは、この映画が始めてだと思う。 しかも三浦按針(William Adams)が主役なのも驚きました。

[@gamers_twisted_fantasy]

Grew up on the original and the book. Now seeing them remake it and appears to be doing it justice so I can't wait to see the full thing.

[@mounirnour8882]

And oh boy this series is amazing. We haven't seen something well done like this in years.

[@JeremyIceAndFire33]

Can't wait to start reviewing this show, it looks phenomenal & the accurate attention to detail is impressive.

[@Lillanism]

Absolutely loved this show. The incredible level of care, commitment and attention to detail described here by the producers and advisors are visible in every shot.

[@deltonlomatai2309]

I saw Ran a long time ago, for me that movie was the standard of Japanese period film making. I can hope that this series come reasonably close to that film.

[@Cachoeira1986]

Finally one historical Drama with accuracy and authenticity much missed over the past years. Can't wait for it.

[@lyrilljackson]

well i would say it IS slightly romanticized. but the last kingdom, knightfall, vikings and valhalla, alienist, these are just a few examples

[@bengough6955]

​@@lyrilljacksonall of then are romanticized to a degree but it allows viewers to be drawn in and then, perhaps, take a genuine interest in the period. I have no problem with creative licence if it honours the spirit of history

[@BestOpinionHaver]

@@lyrilljackson The main concern is: Will it be woke? i hope to god it wont.

[@lyrilljackson]

@@BestOpinionHaver .......

[@Flymoki13]

Because it uses the same costumes and sets on NHK taiga dramas (literally Japanese PBS, educational channel), unlike previous Japan-themed shows by Hollywood that were too close to Fantasy and Nonsense..

[@lotadot]

I am currently studying a bachlors of Fine Arts (photomedia) when I watched shogun it was truly inspiring to see the dedication and spirit behind such a filmology, you could see the impression of dedication to prefect the authenticity in every little movement and detail. I can't wait to see how this series evolves.

[@noeldunsky]

❤🇯🇵Finally a show that gives me goosebumps of anticipation for each upcoming episode. This masterpiece is highly impressive and I salute the dedication of all the team members. I have recently begun learning Japanese and Shogun inspires me to keep on at this challenge. The music of each episode opening is beyond mesmerizing🇯🇵❤

[@knkweb]

As someone of Japanese descent, I am truly inspired and motivated by this incredible series, with aspirations for it to achieve an Emmy or Oscar award.

[@redsamurai192]

it's looking good so far, much better than Netflix's Age of Samurai.

[@9xprincess]

Shogun is amazing so far! I love this new emphasis in Hollywood for authenticity and representation!

[@jmlaw8888]

Looks very good and I admire their commitment to authenticity. I long for the day European countries can again aim for depicting our own history with such authenticity and patriotism, instead of the "inclusive" and "diverse" trash we get these days.

[@mrstiggy8905]

thankyou mr hiroyuki sanada.japanese history seemed so cool.and gread uped for your skil of tell the world. yoroyuki sanada is so cool person for our japanese.

[@matiasrocha317]

Everything looks really stunning . This show is going to win Emmy awards , because everything looks really good ⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️ .

[@monsterking1973]

Everything looks incredible

[@TheRafaelRamos]

The 1980 version had great attention to detail with Japanese culture, I'm glad this one is keeping the bar high on this! Great job!

[@michaelj2276]

God, I hope this gets a blu-ray release as well. It looks *gorgeous*. 🙏

[@peterbrown3608]

It probably will do eventually, the book and original series, were my father's favourite. I recorded the original on VHS for him when he was working night shift. The series eventually came out on DVD which I bought for him as a gift. In spite of the many times he'd already watched the tape he sat and watched the DVD's several times. The DVD is now part of my own collection, I look forward to buying this new version on blu-ray eventually. I'm sure he'd be excited to see it again anew.

[@michaelj2276]

🙏@@peterbrown3608

[@tchotchke172]

大河観てる場合じゃないねこれは😳期待しかない

[@alistelum404]

あーあ言っちゃったｗ マジでそれなｗ

[@6pingpongpang9]

@@alistelum404 大河ドラマの予算は一話平均7800万円ほど、Shogunは一話20億円弱ですから。世界を市場に出来るアメリカと日本だけの日本の国力の差が出ますわね。

[@alistelum404]

@@6pingpongpang9 ゴジラ-1.0の成功見ると予算だけが全てとは思わないかな 昔の大河は面白かったし今の日本のドラマでも面白いものは面白い 単にNHKが劣化だと思う

[@6pingpongpang9]

@@alistelum404 そうゆう意味じゃなくてね… 国力の差ね。どんなに面白い物を日本で作っても市場はほぼ日本に限定されてしまう。　風雲たけし城みないなごく一部の例外を除いては。 日本人がどんなに頑張っても世界市場を取り込むハードルが高いのよ。ベースが日本語で日本人向けにしか作らないから。 1990年から在米だけど帰国する度に日本のテレビ番組の予算の低さに愕然とする。バブルの頃と全然違う訳。 デフレ脱却とか政治家に任せると税金が上がるだけだから個々で世界に出て成功出来る人は本当に偉い。真田さんはそれを継続してやって来たからアメリカから世界に日本を発信する事が出来る。それが素晴らしいし、日本からごっそり役者と裏方をアメリカに連れて行ってドラマシリーズを作る予算を出す連中がゴロゴロ居るアメリカの国力は違う。因みにこれHuluの番組だけどNetflix, Amazon Prime, や普通のテレビを合計するとアメリカは年間500程のドラマシリーズを制作している。

[@6pingpongpang9]

@@alistelum404 そうではなくて国力の差。　日本のテレビの予算が可哀想なくらい貧弱。　バブルの頃は未だアメリカに対抗出来てた。

[@PrincessQuinnevere]

CAN'T WAIT!!!!!! Loved these videos, the passion of the cast and crew is evident.

[@jimn7692]

The more I see of this prior to release the more impressive it's looking!

[@grantholmes5661]

Authenticity in Historical Dramas! This is what we want.

[@uncannydan]

Without revealing my age, I read this and the James Clavell collection when I was 22, 28 years ago and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I really encourage young readers to give it a try. Think of it like reading Andrzej Sapkowski's Witcher series but grounded in reality. THAT said, I so look forward to watching this that I bought the whole book series again to reread and relive the thrill of the books. For that alone FX, you have my gratitude...best of luck and success with this series!

[@grzegorzmarcholt5552]

Yes. Book is still top. Epic story, full of knowledge, action packed, with a little bit of romance, humor and, even, gore scenes. Definitely worth of reading nowadays. We can compare it with Game of Thrones or Witcher, sure. Btw it is a shame that witcher wasnt made in this way 😢

[@bengough6955]

Lol it's way better than the Witcher, it's so well paced and realised. One of the very best novels I've ever read

[@uncannydan]

Watched the first 2 episodes. My grandfather fought in the Philippines (11th Airbourne), I'm a vet myself (Korea, 8th Army 1993), degree in Japanese (2001), lived in Saitama (2002), just a back info to say...yes.. wow...from each perspective, the 'native' and the 'foreigner' , my grandfather, J.C., and myself....you (FX) did yourselves proud...well done gang!

[@thumbsaloft]

I can't wait for this, anything Hiroyuki Sanada is in I'm there. Already hoping they put it all together in a 4k disc release.

[@scorpzgca]

Shogun will be amazing well done for all the people involved looks very authentic

[@JimmyOlsson]

I can't wait for this series! The original Shogun series was amazing back in the days and this looks absolutely fantastic in every aspect!

[@socmina9867]

A RESOUNDING CONGRATULATIONS !!! I'm glued to the series waiting for the succeeding episodes 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@BRADLEY_1999]

This is perhaps, going to be the most epic show of this year.

[@leifdux7277]

As a Japanese who was bought both in Japan and America, it's so cool to see such high standards to replicate the culture as much as possible!

[@TheCulturalBomb]

So much love and dedication going into this show

[@bpsitrep]

Shogun is one of my favorite books. The first Shogun series is also a favorite. I've been watching mainly Japanese TV/movies now for almost 20 years being married to a Japanese woman. I really got into all the Taiga dramas and have learned a lot about Japan's history. I'm really looking forward to this adaptation of Shogun and will watch it with a critical eye. Ms Akiko Kobayahsi said a truth that today's people and the people back then had different bodies, language, etc. I'm happy she recognizes that and gets this into the production.

[@ZeroFire442]

Which 大河 is your favorite?

[@deliciamurugan2626]

one of the best shows ive seen in years! and what makes it so is the authenticity and meticulous attention to detail. hiro is clearly at the center of this .. after westworlds shogun season i was wondering why doesn’t he have his own show!

[@kan-e7s]

I am Japanese woman and actually I don’t have the image of Japanese women from this era acting and talking like that way, especially toward men. Mariko’s personality here is too articulate and closer to Western ideal, an another typical Disney princess to me. Mariko from 1980 Shogun is much more real for this era of Japan. Traditional Japanese women up to until around mid 20th century especially in upper class were typically raised to be encouraged to look and sound soft, and elusive when expressing their feelings or opinions (they rarely say it first of all) , walking behind men, not ahead of. This is only my image and I never means to put down the actress. She is excellent😊

[@angturil]

Just fantastic, I love this series and would recommend it over and over! The actors, the scenarios, filming etc etc... everything is just great!

[@pageachatter229]

The attention to detail on display in this show is insane. They did their homework.

[@Twolegger]

Loving this series! I remember watching the mini series as a kid and was jazzed to learn of the reboot. Hope to live long enough for the third version in another 40 years when it’s delivered not just visually but in a way we can’t yet comprehend as consumers of entertainment.

[@jorgem.1564]

Shogun is my favorite book. I hope they keep it authentic to the book.

[@ghostinthegaslight]

They are not. They made Mariko a bigger character than Blackthorn and they have her literally fighting people. Could be good but authentic to the book it is not.

[@jorgem.1564]

@@ghostinthegaslight I had a feeling. Thanks.

[@gghelis]

@@ghostinthegaslight She is fighting people in the book, there's a huge scene with her fighting near the end.

[@ghostinthegaslight]

@@gghelis fair enough :) perhaps the trailer is only showing the end. They are making her out to be a more constant warrior literally rather than mentally or emotionally. This will be a huge detour and it seems is meant to sideline Blackthorne into a more timid character. This is a classic Disney stamp. Btw I hope these trailers are dishonest and that I am completely wrong on everything. 🙏🏽

[@gghelis]

@nthegaslight Did you read the book? I mean, I didn't count the scenes they appear in, but she's comparable to Blackthorne in amount of "screen time" and influence on the plot, both of them being behind Toranaga who's the main driving force of the story. Their relationship is much less prominent, compared to the old show. That fighting scene doesn't end up like she's Rey from Star Wars, far from it. Edit: got a little too spoilery there, fixed.

[@chillikoala]

Thank you for making this as authentic as possible and using Asian crew, advisors, actors and actresses. This has been a major issue with many western productions, not just in recent years, but for decades.

[@Piorun.98]

Major issue? Like what and when for example. As far as I'm concerned, japan and its history have always been heavily romanticised in American productions.

[@lyrilljackson]

@@Piorun.98 lmfao typical internete conversation

[@chillikoala]

@@Piorun.98 Several times. Just a few examples I can think of where people of non-Asian heritage played characters of Asian heritage: - Yul Brynner in The King and I (1956) cast as a Thai. - David Carradine, Kung Fu (1972) - Scarlett Johanssen, Ghost in the Shell (2017) - Noah Ringer, Last Airbender (2010) - Hugo Weaving, Cloud Atlas (2012) - Tilda Swinton, Dr Strange (2016) (was also supposed to be male). So, lots and lots of times Jake.

[@Piorun.98]

@chillikoala lmao ghost in the shell. Scarlet literally looks like the real life version character. (In fact most anime characters look European or have eauropean features 😂) also picking a film from the 1950's like how many Thai actors could have been used back then please make me a list. Also 6 examples over the last 80 years is lots and lots haha I bet you haven't even seen half those films

[@chillikoala]

@@Piorun.98 You can debate your version of "authenticity" all you like, but all you're doing is demonstrating my original point, and my original point still stands. Learn comprehension, know your facts, and be respectful.

[@ParagraphGurr]

I’m thankful for evolution in the arts so it can maybe influence everyday life. It still boggles my mind that unity is considered a “theme” in movies but the reality of our lives is division. One day we will all live like production of this show, working together to make a movie about our history of past divisions

[@mintdragon9548]

Very happy for the series to be brought (back) to life in this way, hope it does very well!

[@nobuokondoh6241]

外圧に弱い日本人にとっては、タイムリーに日本らしさを取り戻す良い刺激になると思います。イエズス会の真実も取り上げてる時代劇は画期的。正しい歴史観を初めて学ぶ、若いTrue Japaneseも増えることでしょう。

[@扉波りき]

所作は心を映し心を隠す

[@redsamurai192]

looks promising. much much better than Netflix's Age of Samurai. can't wait to watch this!

[@ValisVengeance]

This show is incredible!

[@とら8888]

奇妙な日本語やアクセント使う日本以外のアジア人俳優ではなく、日本人俳優を使ったところが素晴らしい！

[@ellingtonGaming]

this show looks so GOOD

[@barrywhite6060]

I'm so happy for the Japanese actors and producers behind this show and the country as a whole. I've always loved Japanese history and culture. It's always been a dream of mine to live in Japan for a few years and get the chance to experience the people and culture firsthand. For them to be able to show the world their history in such an amazing way like the lady said they would never be able to do because they would never have such a large-budget production so it is really great that the producers and FX are doing the right thing and doing everything they can including casting and working so hard to make sure their being authentic to the place, time, and culture.

[@mattsoca1]

Follow your dream. As an American, I lived in Vancouver BC for more than 5 years, and am now in Japan for about 3 and 1/2 years. Outside of Southern California, both locations have always held my utmost fascination.

[@barrywhite6060]

@@mattsoca1 I love Vancouver also, I was up there a few years ago and loved it.

[@ibahibut]

Beautifully done! I love detailed authenticity from any story especially if it's learning more about culture. I hope, Shogun will win many awards! They deserved it 😤👏✨ Also! Sanada-san deserved to be recognised by the whole world now. He's a living legend! 😎💖

[@demetriusvasconcelos5866]

This story is truly a spectacle. I watched the 1980 edition starring Richard Chamberlain. Then I read James Clavell's book. The Japanese have a lot of culture to teach us. My most sincere congratulations to the entire team who are helping us learn more about this extraordinary nation. Essa história é realmente um espetáculo. Eu assisti em 1980 a edição estrelada por Richard Chamberlain. Depois eu li o livro de James Clavell. Os Japoneses tem muita cultura para nos ensinar. Meus mais sinceros parabéns a toda a equipe que estão nos proporcionando conhecer mais sobre essa nação extraordinária.

[@thegman8]

This made me re-watched the Bluray version of the original Shogun miniseries from 1980. The Japanese cast there were truly excellent. The legendary Toshiro Mifune plays Lord Toronaga and Yoko Shimada was perfect as Lady Mariko. Sadly both have passed away, RIP. Richard Chamberlain was cast as John Blackthorne (he won a Golden Globe for this role). In the original TV broadcast, the Japanese characters spoke in Japanese and there were no subtitles. Also, I think it was filmed entirely in Japan.

[@bohemiananimal]

The more Making of's I watch, the more I'm excited for this!! It's going to be a masterpiece, I'm sure

[@addychan5814]

This show is amazing!!

[@KenpoOjoko]

I like their trying to be authentic. I also want them to emphasize the correct pronunciation for the important word "Shogun." A lot of people pronounce the second syllable like "gun," which is incorrect.

[@sanji1259]

already a masterpiece! thank you FX Networks for this work

[@DeanNatheos-i2t]

I saw the origional mini series a long time ago and I loved it. I hope this one is as good or better have a good evening.

[@THADeeUSS]

AKIKO KOBAYASHI san , has such a presence about her 😮

[@LiTtoSpArKl3s]

So excited for Shogun! Can't wait to see Fumi-chan to make her U.S TV debut 🎉❤

[@kimjongun4851]

shogun is special

[@amonrei]

Love the attention to details but for me, the language being spoken is just chef's kiss really.

[@zeroman155]

Fx opened their wallet for this one. Gratitude. I definitely cannot wait to watch every single episode. 👌🙏

[@michaelj7069]

I cannot wait to see the results. Looks phenomenal.