Shogun

Discover how the Shōgun team meticulously crafted each frame for unprecedented accuracy, with the invaluable collaboration of Japan’s finest actors, artists, crew members, and cultural specialists

Step into the unprecedented world of FX's Shōgun as legendary actor Hiroyuki Sanada takes on a new role: producer. 🎥 Join Sanada for an exhilarating day on set as he navigates the balance between acting and advising, all while striving for authenticity at every turn.

Join us as we delve into the art of sound design and mixing, enhancing every stitch, brushstroke, and hand-dyed feather in "Chapter Three: Creating the Costumes" for Shōgun. "The costumes tell a story of their own," and with Ddot Audio's touch, we ensure every detail speaks volumes. Explore the intricate process guided by Costume Designer Carlos Rosario as he brings authenticity to life.

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. About Shogun: Based on James Clavell’s novel, FX’s Shōgun is set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga 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.

Just like great sound, visual effects that seamlessly blend into the storytelling, often going completely unnoticed. Join us as VFX Supervisor Michael Cliett unveils the meticulous process of resurrecting feudal Japan through over 5,000 intense and strategic visual effects shots.Discover the magic of visual effects that seamlessly blend into the narrative, adding depth and realism to every scene.

Witness the culmination of weeks of preparation in "The Making of Shōgun – Chapter Six: A Show Within A Show"! Sit down with the actors, performers, and masters of Noh theater flown in from Japan to perform in Episode Six, where every word wields a double edge. Experience the captivating drama and intricate storytelling firsthand!

In "The Making of Shōgun – Chapter Seven: Battle Cry," the stunt team reveals the secrets behind Shogun's epic fights, falls, and monumental battle sequences. 🥋 Prepare to be amazed as they break down the preparation needed to achieve a precise blend of violence and artistry.

A meticulously crafted set, backed by thorough research and design, not only transports viewers to the era and atmosphere of the scene but also has the power to immerse actors into their roles. Sit down with Production Designer Helen Jarvis and the team that painstakingly reconstructed 1600s Japan in modern Vancouver, from palaces to villages, with an eye for detail that carried all the way down to the smallest prop. Experience the vivid and sincere portrayal of Shōgun's world, where every prop and setting is carefully chosen to enhance the narrative

Authenticity is not a destination. It's been a journey for us.” Sit down with the creatives behind FX’s Shōgun as they unpack the process of researching, writing, translating, and shooting the epic saga.

Stars Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai reflect on the triumph and responsibility of their leading roles in FX’s Shōgun.