'Shogun' dominates Emmys as Hollywood pursues diversity on-screen

Tale of feudal Japan wins over viewers embracing subtitles and new perspectives

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Hiroyuki Sanada won an Emmy for best lead actor in a drama for his role as Yoshii Toranaga in "Shogun." (FX Networks)

REI NAKAFUJI, Nikkei staff writer

LOS ANGELES -- "Shogun" reigned over the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards with its portrayal of feudal Japan, driven by a cast and crew dedicated to historical accuracy and a growing appetite in the U.S. for stories featuring diverse perspectives.

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