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Agence France-Presse

Japan celebrated on Monday the record-breaking Emmy Awards triumph of Shogun, although many confessed not having watched the series about the country’s warring dynasties in the feudal era.
Shogun smashed all-time records at the television awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, taking home an astounding 18 statuettes and becoming the first non-English-language winner of the highly coveted award for best drama series.
Lead Hiroyuki Sanada, who played Lord Toranaga, became the first Japanese actor to win an Emmy, while Anna Sawai as Lady Mariko achieved the same feat with the best actress award.
“As a Japanese, I’m happy Sanada won,” Kiyoko Kanda, a 70-year-old pensioner in Tokyo, said.

“He worked so hard since he moved to Los Angeles,” she said.
“In Last Samurai, Tom Cruise was the lead, but it’s exciting Sanada is the main character in Shogun,” Kanda added.
But she admitted that she only watched the trailer.
The series is available only on the Disney platform, which is relatively new in Japan.
“I want to watch it. I’m curious to know how Japan is portrayed,” Kanda said.
Otsuka, who declined to give her first name, said she, too, has not watched the show.
“But I saw the news, and I’m happy he won.”

The words “historic achievements” and “Hiroyuki Sanada” were trending on X in Japanese, while Sanada’s speech at the awards racked up tens of thousands of views.
Yusuke Takizawa, 41, also only watched a trailer, but he said he was amazed by the quality of the show.
“I was impressed by the high-spirited acting, the attention to detail and the film technology,” Takizawa said outside Osaka Castle, a major historical location for the series.
“I think many young people will want to try their hand in Hollywood after watching Sanada,” he said.
Tourists at the castle also welcomed the record Emmy win.

“I think [it] was the best TV show that I’ve seen this year,” said Zara Ferjani, a visitor from London.
“I thought it was amazing … The direction was beautiful, and I really enjoyed watching something that wasn’t in English as well,” the 33-year-old said.
She said she had planned to watch Shogun after returning home from Japan.
“But one of my friends strongly advised me to watch it beforehand, just to appreciate the culture more and definitely Osaka Castle more,” she added.


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Japan celebrates Shogun’s historic Emmy win, even if many haven’t seen the show

Japan rejoiced as Shogun, a non-English series, made Emmy history, winning 18 awards, including Best Drama, with Japanese actors Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai claiming top honours. Photo: Disney+

Anna Sawai, winner of the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for “Shogun”, Hiroyuki Sanada, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for “Shogun” and cast and crew of the series, pose at the 76th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on September 15. Photo: Reuters

Anna Sawai, winner of the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series award for “Shogun”, poses with her award. Photo: EPA-EFE

Japanese actor and producer Hiroyuki Sanada (left) with Japanese actors Anna Sawai and Tadanobu Asano. Photo: AFP

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A service in Hiroshima in 2015 to mark the 70th anniversary of the sinking of Japan’s battleship Yamato during WWII. Photo: AFP 

Japanese Emperor Hirohito in the later months of World War II. Photo: Universal Images Group via Getty Images

A former crew member of Japan’s Yamato at service in Hiroshima in 2015 to mark the 70th anniversary of the battleship’s sinking. Photo: AFP

At Emmys 2024, Shogun wins best drama and The Bear, Baby Reindeer each earn 4 awards

Anna Sawai accepts the award for outstanding lead actress in a drama series for Shogun during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. Photo: AP

Series co-creator Justin Marks (left), lead drama actor winner Hiroyuki Sanada (centre) and other members of the cast and crew of Shogun accepts the award for outstanding drama series during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. Photo: AP

The cast and crew of the show Baby Reindeer celebrate winning the Emmy award for best limited series during the 76th annual Emmy Awards ceremony held at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Photo: EPA-EFE

Scottish writer and comedian Richard Gadd accepts the Emmy for best writing for a limited series for Baby Reindeer, which won best limited series. He also won best actor in a limited series. Photo: AFP

English actress Jessica Gunning accepts the best supporting actress in a limited series award for Baby Reindeer onstage at the Peacock Theatre. Photo: AFP

Jeremy Allen White (left), Liza Colón-Zayas and Ebon Moss-Bachrach pose with their awards for their roles in The Bear backstage at the Emmy Awards ceremony. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS

Billy Crudup poses backstage at the Emmy Awards ceremony with his trophy. Photo: AFP

Jodie Foster accepts the award for best actress in a limited series for True Detective: Night Country. Photo: Reuters

Elizabeth Debicki poses with her award for best supporting actress in a drama series for The Crown. Photo: Reuters

Jon Stewart and crew accept the award for best talk series for The Daily Show. Photo: Reuters

John Oliver poses with the Emmy for best scripted variety series. Photo: Reuters

Japan’s plan to reuse Fukushima soil for infrastructure gains IAEA support despite concerns

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Japanese Environment Minister Shintaro Ito (right) receives the IAEA’s final expert report on Japan’s plan to reuse decontaminated soil. Photo: Kyodo

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While celebrating Hiroyuki Sanada’s historic achievement, many are now eager to watch the series and learn more about their country’s portrayal


While celebrating Hiroyuki Sanada’s historic achievement, many are now eager to watch the series and learn more about their country’s portrayal.


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