Yoshii Toranaga, portrayed by Hiroyuki Sanada, faces imminent danger right from the beginning of FX’s historical drama, Shōgun. Set against the backdrop of a time when Spain and Portugal were expanding into new territories in the New World, causing concern for England and the Dutch, the series is a tale of intrigue and power struggles.
As Spain and Portugal dominate trade routes, England and the Dutch collaborated, dispatching ships to Asia to challenge their supremacy. The story begins with the arrival of the Erasmus ship in Japan in 1600, marking the first encounter between its crew, led by John Blackthorne, and the Japanese populace.
In Japan, Yoshii Toranaga emerges as a formidable leader, aligning with Nakamura to consolidate power and unity in the country. When Nakamura falls ill, he designates Toranaga as his interim successor until his son is prepared to assume leadership, inciting tensions among rival factions.
Meanwhile, amidst Japan’s intricate political conditions, Mariko, a noblewoman, forges an unlikely friendship with Blackthorne, aiding him in dealing with the various issues of Japanese society.
Shogun Episode 10 Release Date & Time
Episode 10 of Shogun will be releasing on April 23rd, 2024, at 12:00 AM JST (Japan Standard Time) for viewers in Japan. For fans worldwide, Shogun episodes are available for streaming on Hulu & Disney+. The release times for other countries are listed below.
- United States (EST): April 22nd, 2024, at 11:00 AM
- Canada (EST): April 22nd, 2024, at 11:00 AM
- Germany (CET): April 22nd, 2024, at 5:00 PM
- Australia (AEST): April 23rd, 2024, at 2:00 AM
- UK (GMT): April 22nd, 2024, at 4:00 PM
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Shogun Episode 10 Spoilers
In the final episode of Shōgun, tensions reach a boiling point as Toranaga and Ishido face off in a dramatic showdown for control over Japan. Mariko finds herself caught in the middle, torn between loyalty to Toranaga and her own principles.
Meanwhile, Blackthorne deals with his own inner chaos as he faces threatening political conditions. As partnerships shift and betrayals are revealed, the fate of Japan hangs in the balance. In the chaos, Mariko makes a bold decision that could change the course of history, while Blackthorne must confront his past in order to secure his future.
