Netflix to produce its first original Japanese samurai drama

Streaming service takes notes from success of 'Shogun' and popularity of subtitled content

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Netflix is expanding its non-English-language content. (Photo by Rei Nakafuji)

REI NAKAFUJI, Nikkei staff writer

LOS ANGELES -- U.S. streaming giant Netflix will produce and release its first original Japanese historical drama in 2025, highlighting the growing weight of non-English-language content.

At a theater in Hollywood on Monday, Netflix held its first-ever showcase of international series and films.

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