Shogun - Disney+ brand trip to Japan

This trip was an ideal fit for me.

FX adapted James Clavell’s classic novel Shogun for a 10 part series on the Disney+ streaming service. The book has been adapted before so this version aimed to be different by bringing a level of authenticity and detail with regards to its Japanese representation than was previously possible.

A mix of creators and journalists embarked on a trip to Japan where we were toured around historical sites relating to the show, learning about the various challenges of adaptation during the pandemic and meeting key consultants and producers involved with the project.

The outcomes were articles and content across European markets. My contribution was to showcase the locations in Japan, emphasise the show’s fealty to the book and even live read some of the key scenes showcased in the series.