Lord Toranaga in full busho armor standing in front of his war camp amid torchlights

Feudal Japan won't unite without a fight.

FX’s Shōgun, based on James Clavell’s bestselling novel, is set in Japan in the year 1600, at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. “Lord Yoshii Toranaga” (Hiroyuki Sanada) is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village.

The Shōgun Viewer’s Guide is an invitation to explore the vast chapters of Shōgun’s gripping narrative and uncover new facets of the history of feudal Japan. Fully immerse yourself in a world where outcomes of an era-defining civil war teeter on a katana’s edge, samurai live and die by the rule of honor, and fates transform with every turn. Each page of the Viewer’s Guide is a path deeper into these layers of people, places, and histories that defined an epoch.

Shōgun News

Shōgun Season 2

FX’s Shōgun is scheduled to begin production of Season Two in January in Vancouver. Hiroyuki Sanada and Cosmo Jarvis are set to return.

Shōgun Final Trailer

Experience a time of war, treachery, and passion when legendary samurai fall and great empires rise.

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History & Backstory

The World of Shōgun | 4K

See how it all began in The World of Shōgun. Experience the history behind the rise of Warlords, Samurai, and a powerful new empire in Feudal Japan. Watch in 4K HDR.

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Episode Guide

Explore the world of Shōgun

Journey into each episode with an in-depth exploration of key characters and moments, from plots twists to historical insights.

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Inside Shōgun - Go Behind the Scenes

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter One: Honoring Authenticity

“You see it in each frame.” Find out how the Shōgun team brought unprecedented accuracy to the screen through collaboration with Japan’s most dedicated actors, artists, crew members, and cultural specialists.

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Two: A Day with Hiroyuki Sanada

For the first time ever, audiences of FX’s Shōgun will see legendary actor Hiroyuki Sanda rise to a role he’s never played: producer. Join Sanada for a hectic day on set as he finds a balance between acting and advising, on a mission to showcase authenticity every step of the way.

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Three: Creating the Costumes

“The costumes tell a story of their own.” Costume Designer Carlos Rosario brings us into the process of constructing an ornate and authentic Japanese wardrobe for Shōgun, down to every stitch, brushstroke, and hand-dyed feather.

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Four: Creating the Look

See how the hair and makeup specialists of Shōgun tackled the herculean challenge to prepare hundreds of actors and extras to meld seamlessly into the world of feudal Japan.

Shōgun: The Official Podcast

Every legend begins with a story.

Explore the vision and artistry behind FX's Shōgun's groundbreaking series. Join host and staff writer Emily Yoshida as she sits down with the creators, cast, and crew that brought Sengoku Era Japan to life.

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FX AR | SPATIAL EXPERIENCE

Create a Shōgun immersive viewing experience with Apple Vision Pro

From a map of The Alliances of Shōgun and in-depth Episode Guides, to the Armor of Lord Toranaga and the Taikō in AR, follow these steps to create your Shōgun personal viewing suite with the Safari app for Apple Vision Pro.

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Characters

Discover a World of Warriors.

In war and in peace, a good enemy can be more valuable than a good ally.

Toranaga

played by Hiroyuki Sanada

Blackthorne

played by Cosmo Jarvis

Mariko

played by Anna Sawai

Yabushige

played by Tadanobu Asano

Hiroto Kanai as Kashigi Omi in FX's Shogun

Omi

played by Hiroto Kanai

Ishido

played by Takehiro Hira

Fuji

played by Moeka Hoshi

Buntaro

played by Shinnosuke Abe

Hiromatsu

played by Tokuma Nishioka

Nagakado

played by Yuki Kura

Ochiba

played by Fumi Nikaido

Muraji

played by Yasunari Takeshima

Alvito

played by Tommy Bastow

Kiku

played by Yuka Kouri

Kiri

played by Yoriko Dōguchi

Daiyoin

played by Ako

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The Characters of Shōgun

Allies and Enemies

Click to zoom in and view Toranaga's allies and the larger power structure of Shōgun.

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Inside Shōgun

Crafting Shōgun - Behind the Epic Saga

Every legend begins with a story.

FX AR | TAKE A CLOSER LOOK

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SOUNDTRACK

Shōgun: The Original Soundtrack Score

Listen to the sounds of Shōgun. Music by Atticus Ross, Leopold Ross, and Nick Chuba.

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HIGH-RESOLUTION GALLERIES

An Unwavering Way of Life.

Uncover the breathtaking world that hundreds of craftspeople painstakingly bring to life episode by episode.

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Inside Shōgun

The Making of Shōgun – Chapter Six: A Show Within A Show

Weeks of preparation distilled into five minutes on the stage, where every word wields a double edge. Sit down with the actors, performers, and masters of Noh theater flown in from Japan to perform in Episode Six.

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“Shōgun is excellent TV and should be a must-watch for everyone”
Forbes
“If only all limited series could be half as good as Shōgun”
CNN
“FX’s Shōgun stands apart as a genuine masterpiece”
TIME
“Riveting…the TV equivalent of a page-turner”
The Washington Post
“5 out of 5 stars”
TV Guide Magazine
“An extraordinary historical epic with heart…thrilling and emotional”
Entertainment Weekly
“Once you step into the world, it’ll be hard to leave”
Screen Rant
“Beautiful, rich and deeply compelling…This is one adventure you won't forget”
USA Today
“A riveting and ambitious story of war, betrayal and survival”
Collider
“Hiroyuki Sanada, Anna Sawai and a stellar cast lead what has easily become one of my most highly anticipated shows of 2024”
Forbes
“Shōgun promises to astound in scale and scope, transporting us to feudal Japan”
TVGuide.com
“Often violent, sometimes erotic, and at all times magnificent in its pure entertainment factor and period immersion”
Inverse
“Shōgun stands to be one of the most engaging, impressive shows of the year”
The Wrap
“A dark and dazzling epic”
Decider
“Shōgun is a sweeping and brutal historical epic that’s like a real-life Game of Thrones”
Tech Radar
“Shōgun is excellent TV and should be a must-watch for everyone”
Forbes
“If only all limited series could be half as good as Shōgun”
CNN
“FX’s Shōgun stands apart as a genuine masterpiece”
TIME
“Riveting…the TV equivalent of a page-turner”
The Washington Post
“5 out of 5 stars”
TV Guide Magazine
“An extraordinary historical epic with heart…thrilling and emotional”
Entertainment Weekly
“Once you step into the world, it’ll be hard to leave”
Screen Rant
“Beautiful, rich and deeply compelling…This is one adventure you won't forget”
USA Today
“A riveting and ambitious story of war, betrayal and survival”
Collider
“Hiroyuki Sanada, Anna Sawai and a stellar cast lead what has easily become one of my most highly anticipated shows of 2024”
Forbes
“Shōgun promises to astound in scale and scope, transporting us to feudal Japan”
TVGuide.com
“Often violent, sometimes erotic, and at all times magnificent in its pure entertainment factor and period immersion”
Inverse
“Shōgun stands to be one of the most engaging, impressive shows of the year”
The Wrap
“A dark and dazzling epic”
Decider
“Shōgun is a sweeping and brutal historical epic that’s like a real-life Game of Thrones”
Tech Radar
“Shōgun is excellent TV and should be a must-watch for everyone”
Forbes
“If only all limited series could be half as good as Shōgun”
CNN
“FX’s Shōgun stands apart as a genuine masterpiece”
TIME
“Riveting…the TV equivalent of a page-turner”
The Washington Post
“5 out of 5 stars”
TV Guide Magazine
“An extraordinary historical epic with heart…thrilling and emotional”
Entertainment Weekly
“Once you step into the world, it’ll be hard to leave”
Screen Rant
“Beautiful, rich and deeply compelling…This is one adventure you won't forget”
USA Today
“A riveting and ambitious story of war, betrayal and survival”
Collider
“Hiroyuki Sanada, Anna Sawai and a stellar cast lead what has easily become one of my most highly anticipated shows of 2024”
Forbes
“Shōgun promises to astound in scale and scope, transporting us to feudal Japan”
TVGuide.com
“Often violent, sometimes erotic, and at all times magnificent in its pure entertainment factor and period immersion”
Inverse
“Shōgun stands to be one of the most engaging, impressive shows of the year”
The Wrap
“A dark and dazzling epic”
Decider
“Shōgun is a sweeping and brutal historical epic that’s like a real-life Game of Thrones”
Tech Radar

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FX Shōgun Viewers Guide

Feudal Japan won't unite without a fight.

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The Making of Shōgun

Chapter One: Honoring Authenticity

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Two: A Day with Hiroyuki Sanada

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Three: Creating the Costumes

The Making of Shōgun

Chapter Four: Creating the Look

Toranaga

Blackthorne

Mariko

Yabushige

Omi

Ishido

Fuji

Buntaro

Hiromatsu

Nagakado

Ochiba

Muraji

Alvito

Kiku

Kiri

Daiyoin