Toda Mariko (戸田 鞠子) is a character in the FX limited series, Shōgun, who is portrayed by Anna Sawai. A poised and mysterious highborn woman, Mariko is deeply faithful and darkly …

Mar 5, 2024 · Fresh off starring in Pachinko and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Sawai takes on the role of Lady Mariko (also referred to as Toda Mariko) in FX's Shōgun remake, anchoring …

Apr 17, 2024 · When Lord Ishido sends men to capture her alive, Mariko stands in front of the explosion that ends her life and possibly Ishido’s reputation. Mariko’s historical counterpart, …

Apr 17, 2024 · In her esteemed role, Mariko has the trust of a powerful lord and an ear in his private conversations and strategy meetings. Quiet and unflappable, Mariko doesn’t share …

Apr 17, 2024 · At the end of Shogun episode 9, Mariko appeared to die in protest of Lord Ishido's violent, cowardly actions. Here's what went down.

Apr 25, 2024 · Anna Sawai's Lady Mariko shocked fans to close Episode 9 of Shogun, as she died at the hands of some shinobi invaders in Lord Toranaga's Osaka compound.

Mariko Toda, recognized as Lady Toda Buntaro, is a pivotal character in the 'Shōgun' novel. Her role as an interpreter is marked by her multilingual abilities and diplomatic skills. Her …

Apr 18, 2024 · Lady Toda Mariko emerges as Shōgun 's main character and hero during the series' penultimate episode, "Crimson Sky." Mariko's lifelong fight highlights Shōgun 's core …

Mar 29, 2024 · Mariko's tragic story in Shōgun mirrors that of historical figure Hosokawa Gracia, highlighting the challenges women faced in 1600s Japan. The patriarchal society of 17th …

Mariko is the wife of one of Toranaga's prized vassals, but her lord will soon discover her hidden talents when she is pulled into the political maelstrom. Mariko had a privileged upbringing in …