Hiroyuki Sanada's SHOGUN Breaks Records with 18 Emmy Wins, Including Best Drama and Lead Actor
On September 15, 2024 (local time), at the prestigious Emmy Awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence in American television, the drama series SHOGUN—produced by and starring Hiroyuki Sanada—claimed the award for Outstanding Drama Series. Additionally, Sanada won the award for Outstanding Lead Actor, contributing to the show’s impressive total of 18 wins, setting a new record for the most Emmy Awards ever won in a single season. This is truly a remarkable achievement!
SHOGUN: A Hollywood Drama That Brings Authentic Japanese Culture to the Screen
SHOGUN is the first Hollywood drama in which Sanada served as both lead actor and producer. The production was driven by his desire to portray a "real Japan" – something that would feel authentic even from a Japanese perspective. Every detail, from the actors' movements to the props and costumes, was carefully overseen to ensure historical accuracy, and the action scenes and period drama elements were highly praised. While many previous Hollywood productions featuring Japan might have felt inaccurate from a Japanese perspective, SHOGUN places a strong emphasis on sharing authentic Japanese culture.
Experience Authentic Traditional Japanese Culture in Kagurazaka, Guided by Japan's Finest Artisans and Experts
SHOGUN has once again proven that authenticity has the power to move people's hearts. While there are many traditional Japanese cultural experience tours available for foreign tourists, most of them are simplified for tourist appeal. Our company, however, is committed to providing authentic traditional Japanese cultural experiences led by authentic artisans, geisha, Noh actors, monks, sword masters, and chefs in Tokyo. The main location where we offer these experiences is Kagurazaka, a neighborhood with over 400 years of history, constructed by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun of the Edo Shogunate.
From SHOGUN to Real-Life: Discover Authentic Japanese Culture Beyond the Tourist-Oriented Tours
For the many foreign viewers who were captivated by SHOGUN, we hope they will go beyond tourist-oriented tours and experience authentic Japanese culture firsthand. You will immediately notice the difference from what you’ve experienced before. To truly understand Japanese culture, you must experience the real thing. We look forward to welcoming you on one of our tours during your next trip to Japan!
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How to Access Kagurazaka
The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.
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