An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.

Richard Chamberlainas Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san
Toshirō Mifuneas Lord Yoshi Toranaga
Yoko Shimadaas Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko
John Rhys-Daviesas Vasco Rodrigues
Damien Thomasas Father Alvito
Frankie Sakaias Yabu
Yūki Meguroas Omi
Hiromi Sennoas Fujiko
Alan Badelas Father Dell'Aqua
Miiko Takaas Kiri
Maurice Jarre