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J-Pop Star Ren Meguro Joins FX's Emmy-Winning Shogun

11/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ren Meguro, a member of the J-pop group Snow Man, joins FX's Shogun for season two.
He will portray a new character named Kazutada, with production starting January 2026 in Vancouver.
The season is set ten years after the first, continuing the Toranaga and Blackthorne story.
The series won 18 Emmy Awards in its first season and will stream on Hulu and Disney+ globally.

History

Historical Context

The 1980 premiere of CBS's miniseries Shogun highlighted the cultural clash between Japan and the West, reflecting a growing fascination with Japanese narratives. This series, which won three Emmy Awards, set the stage for increased global interest in Asian media, paving the way for diverse storytelling in Western entertainment, a trend that continues with contemporary adaptations like Ren Meguro's upcoming role.

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Story summary

Ren Meguro, a member of the J-pop group Snow Man, joins FX's Shogun for season two.
He will portray a new character named Kazutada, with production starting January 2026 in Vancouver.
The season is set ten years after the first, continuing the Toranaga and Blackthorne story.
The series won 18 Emmy Awards in its first season and will stream on Hulu and Disney+ globally.

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