Masamune Shogun 1987
What is Masamune Shogun?
Masamune Shogun is a television drama series that aired on NHK from January 4 to December 13, 1987. The program is based on the novel Date Masamune by Yamaka Sosaichi.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 50
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 4, 1987
- Last aired
- Dec 13, 1987
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK
- Genres
- Drama, War & Politics
- Updated
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Masamune Shogun is a television drama series that aired on NHK from January 4 to December 13, 1987. The program is based on the novel Date Masamune by Yamaka Sosaichi. It serves as a historical drama centered on the Date house and the life of the Sengoku warrior Date Masamune. The narrative follows Masamune as he utilizes his wisdom and talent to establish the foundation of the Sendai clan, which eventually grew to 620,000 stones. This production marked the first time in 17 years that the Date house was the primary subject of a drama, following the 1970 series Shinnogi remained, which focused on the Date clan during the Edo period. In a questionnaire survey conducted by NHK, the series was ranked as the most favorite river drama. The project is recognized as a significant work within the genre for its depiction of the historical figure who shaped the early history of his clan through his own leadership and strategic capabilities.
Should you watch it?
“Discover the life of Sengoku warrior Date Masamune in this broadcast television drama series.”
- based on a novel by Yamaka Sosaichi
- features the theme of the Date house
- limited availability of detailed plot information
- historical drama may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas about Sengoku warriors and the Date clan.
This is a broadcast television drama featuring historical and war or politics themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 50 episodes
- E1 The Birth of Masamune Jan 4, 1987
- E2 Fudo, God of Fire Jan 11, 1987
- E3 The Love of a Parent Jan 18, 1987
- E4 Rites of Manhood Jan 25, 1987
- E5 Princess Mego Feb 1, 1987
- E6 Execution Feb 8, 1987
- E7 First Battle Feb 15, 1987
- E8 Young Warrior Feb 22, 1987
- E9 Ambition Mar 1, 1987
- E10 A Man's Ability Mar 8, 1987
- E11 The Slaying of 800 Mar 15, 1987
- E12 Terumune's End Mar 22, 1987
- E13 Hitotori Bridge Mar 29, 1987
- E14 Victory Apr 5, 1987
- E15 Mego and Neko (Cat) Apr 12, 1987
- E16 Enemies in the North and South Apr 19, 1987
- E17 Serving in the Court Apr 26, 1987
- E18 Lady Yoshi's Stand May 3, 1987
- E19 The Great Turnaround May 10, 1987
- E20 Suriagehara May 17, 1987
- E21 Seed of Treachery May 24, 1987
- E22 Retribution May 31, 1987
- E23 On to Odawara Jun 7, 1987
- E24 The Ruler Jun 14, 1987
- E25 Mego as Hostage Jun 21, 1987
- E26 Journey of Doom Jun 28, 1987
- E27 Cross of Gold Jul 5, 1987
- E28 Matching Wits Jul 12, 1987
- E29 Demotion Jul 19, 1987
- E30 Date Warriors Jul 26, 1987
- E31 Blessed with Children Aug 2, 1987
- E32 Hidetsugu's Downfall Aug 9, 1987
- E33 False Charges Aug 16, 1987
- E34 Death of the Taiko Aug 23, 1987
- E35 Shigezane's Disappearance Aug 30, 1987
- E36 Decisive Battle Sep 6, 1987
- E37 False Expectations Sep 13, 1987
- E38 Building Sendai Castle Sep 20, 1987
- E39 Iroha Marries Sep 27, 1987
- E40 A Seafaring Ship Oct 4, 1987
- E41 Venturing Overseas Oct 11, 1987
- E42 Venturing Overseas Oct 18, 1987
- E43 War on Osaka Oct 25, 1987
- E44 Neko Moves to Uwajima Nov 1, 1987
- E45 Osaka Summer Siege Nov 8, 1987
- E46 Two Fathers Nov 15, 1987
- E47 Vice Shogun Nov 22, 1987
- E48 Contrarian Date-style Nov 29, 1987
- E49 Missing Mother Dec 6, 1987
- E50 Peaceful Death Dec 13, 1987
Frequently asked questions
When was Masamune Shogun broadcast?
It was broadcast from January 4 to December 13, 1987.
Which network broadcast the series?
It was broadcast by NHK.
What is the source material for the series?
The original work is Yamaka Sosaichi's novel Date Masamune.
Who is the main subject of the drama?
It depicts the life of Sengoku warrior Date Masamune.
How was the series received in NHK surveys?
It ranked as a favorite in questionnaire surveys conducted by NHK.