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10 Historical Shows to Watch If You Like Shogun

Shōgun is a new historical fiction miniseries created by Hulu and FX. The series is based on a 1975 novel by James Clavell. It features a group of European sailors who make land in Japan just as Japan begins a civil war. If you’re a fan of this show, luckily, there are many other shows worth […]

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The Historical Background and Country Relations in FX’s Shogun Explained

Shogun is a political drama that deals with European trade relations with Japan in the 16th century. It is set against the backdrop of political turmoil. To understand the essence of the series, it is important to know more about the country relations explored in the show. The original source mat[…]

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Shogun Ending Explained: What is Toranga’s Plan for Blackthorne?

The third segment of Shōgun, “Tomorrow is Tomorrow,” concludes on a high note as Toranaga bestows Blackthorne with the title of Hatamato, thereby strengthening their alliance. This transpires as Hiroyuki Sanada’s role readies for a fierce battle. The events of Shōgun’s second episode lead […]

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Shogun: Anna Sawai’s Lady Mariko’s Real-Life Connection Explained

Anna Sawai plays Lady Toda Mariko in a TV series titled Shōgun, an adaptation of James Clavell’s novel of the same name. The show depicts feudal Japan in 1600, focusing on opposing forces striving for power. At the heart of the conflict is John Blackthorne, an Englishman who becomes a game-change[…]