The buzz surrounding Shogun Season 2 continues to grow in the wake of its phenomenal first season's success; this FX and Hulu drama, based on James Clavell's 1975 novel, transports audiences to feudal Japan during a time of civil unrest. While the show’s political intrigue and intense character dynamics keep viewers hooked, fans are equally curious about the real-life relationships of its talented cast. Let's take a closer look at the real love lives of the stars bringing Shogun Season 2 to life.
1. Anna Sawai (Lady Mariko)
New Zealand-born actress Anna Sawai, known for F9 and her breakout role in Shogun, is not dating anyone publicly. At 31, the actress-singer-dancer appears focused on her career, with no romantic affiliations visible on social media. In a recent interview, Sawai emphasized her choice, stating, "I don't talk about my personal life because I want people to focus on my work."
2. Hiroyuki Sanada (Lord Yoshii Toranaga)
Veteran Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada, 63, was once married to actress Satomi Tezuka. They share two sons and were together from 1990 to 1997. Though previously rumored to be dating actress Kyoka Suzuki, she denied any relationship. Sanada currently appears to be single.
3. Cosmo Jarvis (John Blackthorne)
British-American actor Cosmo Jarvis, 34, has kept his personal life under wraps. There are rumors that he has been in a long-term relationship with a woman named Emily, with some reports suggesting they married in early 2024. However, Jarvis has not publicly confirmed these details.
4. Tadanobu Asano (Kashigi Yabushige)
Born in 1973, Tadanobu Asano is now married to model-actress Kurumi Nakata, whom he wed in August 2022. He was previously married to musician Chara from 1995 to 2009, and they share two children.
5. Fumi Nikaido (Omi-no-Kata)
At 29, Fumi Nikaido is one of Japan’s most celebrated young actresses. While rumors once linked her to co-star Matsu Rena, she denied any romantic involvement and is currently believed to be single.
6. Takuma Nishimura (Toda Hiromatsu)
Veteran actor Takuma Nishimura, 78, is married to Nora Misha since 1982, and they have two children. He was previously married to actress Misae Tamiya from 1973 to 1975, with whom he had one child.
7. Takehiro Hira (Ishido Kazunari)
Takehiro Hira, 49, leads a very private personal life. The actor is married and has a daughter, but he has kept his wife’s identity confidential. Hira has chosen to keep his family life out of the spotlight.
8. Ako (Lady Iyo)
Born and raised in Tokyo, Ako is married to Joshua Dachs, a prominent theatre design consultant. She balances her work as an actress with her role as the founding artistic director of a theater company in the U.S.
9. Yuki Kura (Kiku)
Young actor Yuki Kura, born in 1999, is currently not romantically linked to anyone. With a growing filmography, including Followers and Kappy, he seems committed to building his acting career.
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