Welcome to Following the Shogun – the ultimate guide for history lovers, travelers, and SHŌGUN fans.
From the battlefields of Nobunaga to the castles of Ieyasu—experience Japan’s true samurai heritage through real journeys, real history, and real stories.
Step beyond the tourist trail. Discover the real sites where samurai ruled, fought, and built the foundations of modern Japan.
🧠 Remember SHŌGUN? Revisit the story, uncover what’s real, and dive deeper into the world behind the series.
Whether you’re passionate about Japanese history, fascinated by samurai culture, or inspired by the hit series SHŌGUN, this site offers:
- 📜 Authentic Historical Guides — Explore well-researched stories, battlefields, and historical landmarks.
- 🏯 Samurai Castle Tours — Explore the real fortresses of warlords.
- 🗺️ Suggested Travel Itineraries — Follow the footsteps of history with themed route guides.
- 📖 Immersive Travel Journals — Feel the spirit of the past in each visit.
👉 Ready to follow the way of the shogun? Let’s begin.
How to Explore:
Recent Post
- November 15, 2025 – Joining “An Invitation to Sengoku Ōmi:The Genki Turmoil and the Rise of Oda Nobunaga, the Unifier of Japan”
- Encountering a Thousand-Year Fragrance — Experiencing the Miracle of Ranjatai at “Shōsōin THE SHOW” in the Ueno Royal Museum
- Taiga Drama Sanada Maru: The Life of Sanada Nobushige (Yukimura), Who Blazed Through the Turbulent Warring States Era
- Exploring the Sengoku Heritage of Mino and Ōmi: From Nangū Taisha to Azuchi Castle and the Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum (Travel Log)
- A Journey Through Nagoya’s Samurai Past: From Arako’s Toshiie Maeda Statue to Sōōji Temple and the Tokugawa Museum
- Taiga Drama: Toshiie and Matsu #1 — Motivation for Watching: A Gateway to Deeper Historical Insight
By Region: Discover samurai sites organized geographically—Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, and Gifu.
By Warlord: Dive into the history of Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Miura Anjin.
📖 Or experience real journeys: Follow our travel journals to feel the spirit of the samurai firsthand.
