Yoshii Toranaga (played by Hiroyuki Sanada) is a protagonist in Shōgun.
A shrewd and powerful daimyo in Japan, deeply engaged in dangerous political rivalries. His character is loosely based on the historical figure Tokugawa Ieyasu, who later became the military ruler and founder of the Tokugawa shogunate. Central to the narrative's political intrigue. John Blackthorne (played by Cosmo Jarvis) is a protagonist in Shōgun.
A risk-taking English sailor shipwrecked in Japan. His encounter with the unfamiliar Japanese culture ultimately redefines him. His character is loosely based on historical navigator William Adams, who rose to become a samurai under Toranaga. Co-protagonist of the story. Toda Mariko (played by Anna Sawai) appears in Shōgun.
A woman possessing invaluable skills despite her dishonorable family ties. She is compelled to constantly prove her value and demonstrate her true allegiance within the complex political and social landscape of Japan. Key supporting character. Kashigi Yabushige (played by Tadanobu Asano) appears in Shōgun.
Ishido Kazunari (played by Takehiro Hira) appears in Shōgun.
Ochiba No Kata / Ruri (played by Fumi Nikaido) appears in Shōgun.
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Characters
Yoshii Toranaga
(played by Hiroyuki Sanada) — protagonist
A shrewd and powerful daimyo in Japan, deeply engaged in dangerous political rivalries. His character is loosely based on the historical figure Tokugawa Ieyasu, who later became the military ruler and...
John Blackthorne
(played by Cosmo Jarvis) — protagonist
A risk-taking English sailor shipwrecked in Japan. His encounter with the unfamiliar Japanese culture ultimately redefines him. His character is loosely based on historical navigator William Adams, wh...
Toda Mariko
(played by Anna Sawai) — supporting
A woman possessing invaluable skills despite her dishonorable family ties. She is compelled to constantly prove her value and demonstrate her true allegiance within the complex political and social la...
Kashigi Yabushige
(played by Tadanobu Asano) — supporting
Ishido Kazunari
(played by Takehiro Hira) — supporting
Ochiba No Kata / Ruri
(played by Fumi Nikaido) — supporting
Key Relationships
Yoshii Toranaga → Toda Mariko
(Master and Loyal Servant)
