‘Shōgun’s Anna Sawai Makes History As First Actress Of Asian Descent To Win Lead Actress In A Drama Series Emmy: “To All The Women Who Expect Nothing And Continue To Be An Example”

As Toda Mariko in the FX seriesShogun, Sawai, who is of Japanese descent, has made history.

Thank you to every one of the crew and cast, led by Hiro (Hiroyuki Sanada).

He really has opened doors and continues to open doors for people like me.

This is to all the women who expect nothing and continue to be an example for everyone.

The story sees her out-strategizing even the most fearsome and powerful lords and shows off some warrior-level combat skills.

And until that point, I didnt know if this was going to get to the starting line.

To prepare, Sawai did extensive reading on Hosokawa Gracia, the real Japanese noblewoman who inspired Clavells character.

Thats how we foundPachinko.

And then that led toShogun.