An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.
1980-09-15
Set in early 17th-century Japan, shipwrecked English navigator John Blackthorne finds intrigue and culture shock in a feudal society that puts a premium on honor. A rival Lord sentences Blackthorne to death.
1980-09-16
After Lord Toronaga rescues Blackthorn from prison, he enlists him as his aide and names him, 'Anjin-san'. Mariko is directed to tutor Anjin-san in the language and customs of Japan.
1980-09-17
Blackthorne and Mariko begin a romance; Toronaga continues to build his army for a battle with Ishido. Anjin-san proves his mettle during an earthquake and is honored by Toranaga for bravery. Mariko's husband Buntaro, arrives in Anjiro.
1980-09-18
Anjin-san's assimilation of Japanese ways is evident in his exemplary conduct. Toranaga decides to return the Erasmus to Anjin-san. Mariko tells Father Alvito of a plot to murder a Christian lord on the Council of Regents.
1980-09-19
Treachery, tragedy and turns of events occur. Toronaga becomes SHOGUN after the defeat of Lord Ishido. Mariko is killed in the final battle at Osaka Castle. Heartbroken, but resolute, Blackthorne begins construction of another ship.
Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san
Lord Yoshi Toranaga
Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko
Vasco Rodrigues
Father Alvito
Yabu
Omi
Fujiko
Father Dell'Aqua
Kiri
Captain Ferriera
Ishido
Lord Buntarō
Friar Domingo
Johann Vinck
Father Sebastio
Urano
Galley Captain
Old Gardener
Lady Ochiba
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