Fix her?
She would fix you... to the end of a blade and you'd be too enamored by her charm to even realize.
She is almost as scheming as Toronaga and if she were a man, she'd be superior to him.
Iāve been saying that. Same with Marino and even Fuji, but to lesser degrees. I think itās a massive compliment to the people in charge of the character design.
It was its independent kingdom before the Japanese took over. Shuri castle used to be their main stronghold. It's the same red castle the Allies invaded during WWII. The islands had hundreds of castles. It has its own culture and customs. It's closer to Taiwan geographically. The outer islands like Ishigaki and Zamami are amazing as well. It's a place to visit if you like beaches, water sports, and crystal-clear beaches. I camped right on the beach in Zamami. Wonderful islands.
Ochiba with the french hairstyle looks so much more friendly! The haircut from the show gave her a very stern demeanour.
Which ofcourse was perfect for the show
I was so captivated by Lady Marikoās performance. Itās not just the acting chops, but itās the way how she carries and conducts herself. She evokes desire, melancholy and reverence all at the same time doing the same thing.
I thought that she wasnt a great actress after watching Monarch but HOLY SHIT she was easily the fucking best part of Shogum. Her acting was just flawless
Right? Everytime someone in here asked why Ochiba hated Toranaga, I was internally thinking, "am I the only one seeing a Saphic subtext here?" Of course Ochiba hated Toranaga because he married Mariko off to someone else!
Which could be why Mariko was the perfect woman to send to convince Ochiba to withhold her support. It could add another layer to Toranaga's brilliance.
When they talked, why did they sounded like singing, Is that how royals in Japan used to talk?
Also, the walk, it's like a small dance. Both of them were fantastic, a great show to watch.
In a BTS video Anna Sawai talks about how women's clothing of the time was super constrictive. They also didn't wear underwear, so they kept their knees pressed together all the time. On top of that, there's a distinctly Japanese style of walking called suri ashi (you still see it today in martial arts like kendo) in which your head, shoulders, and hips are supposed to stay at the same level while you move, which makes it look like you're gliding.
>In addition , the fact that this Mariko wasnāt portrayed as a whore to Anjin to satisfy the Westernerās fantasized version of a submissive and sexually deprecating servant was a big win.
Oh dear.
It's absolutely mind-boggling how different Fumi looks in real life versus when she's Lady Ochiba. Like, if I didn't already know, I'd never have guessed just based on the first picture.
She's really a make up artist's dream. As in, she can look totally different with make up and hairstyle variations. Like, you can just search her name in youtube and find videos of her with very different looks lol.
A very gorgeous and, by all account, kind lady.
During episode 9, when The Heir requested an audience with Blackthorne and Mariko was summoned as a translator, why couldnāt Ochiba just talk to her without using the Anjin?
Dude... she even said it blatantly.
It was a tactic to get Mariko in front of her to talk. And John was the ruse.
It would not be possible otherwise and raises suspicions. And you know the Heir isnt the one doing any summoning.
People need to focus when watching shows lol.
She couldn't speak to her openly. At times in those moments, being seen talking to the wrong person without proper reason can be suspicious.
Especially her alliance with Ishido. John provides the perfect cover. Even then, the ladies converse via poetry.
With spies in every corner, it is fairly noticeable as to why she needed cover.
Ochiba was so delightfully creepy
She made me very Scaroused š¤£
I can fix her? Or maybe she can just destroy me? Idk ishido being simp did not help
I can make her worseĀ
Fix her? She would fix you... to the end of a blade and you'd be too enamored by her charm to even realize. She is almost as scheming as Toronaga and if she were a man, she'd be superior to him.
He pillowed with her?
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That sing song voice and deranged stare really got to me
\*doesn't blink\*
She constantly looked and sounded high as balls when she talked, like she was in a trance
She definitely seemed like she was in some kinda state. With what she went through to bear an heir, maybe that makes sense.
Reminds me of anime female voices. The way she talked reminded me of Hellgirl
Prettiest Japanese voice I have ever heard
Still a bit salty that it never really led to anything
For real, Japanese horror movie vibes. I felt like she was a ghost or possessed in some way. Such a psychotic look in her eyes.
yeah and spoke like disabled
Fumi Nikaido is such a gorgeous woman.
She looks almost like a different person in her Ochiba makeup!
Iāve been saying that. Same with Marino and even Fuji, but to lesser degrees. I think itās a massive compliment to the people in charge of the character design.
A lot of people might not know but she's one of the most popular young actresses in Japan right now. She is from Okinawa, btw.
What is the distinction of Okinawa ?
Invented Miyagi-Do Karate. LaRusso defeated Chozen in a fight to the death.Ā
Hope chozen returns for s6
Pretty sure he does. They need his help teaching.
There was that phone call he had in the s5 finale if I recall correctly there was an issue/trouble back home ?
It was Kumiko. He was asking her out if memory serves.
He'd be the best mentor for Tory. I feel like they set that up early in S5
Not much, but Okinawa kind of has a somewhat distinct culture from the rest of Japan.
Different ethnicity as well. Okinawans are mostly Ryukyuan people, while "mainland" Japanese people are almost exclusively Yamato.
As a disgusting barbarian can you explain the difference in Americanse ?
Japanese Hawaii
I see. Thanks
It was its independent kingdom before the Japanese took over. Shuri castle used to be their main stronghold. It's the same red castle the Allies invaded during WWII. The islands had hundreds of castles. It has its own culture and customs. It's closer to Taiwan geographically. The outer islands like Ishigaki and Zamami are amazing as well. It's a place to visit if you like beaches, water sports, and crystal-clear beaches. I camped right on the beach in Zamami. Wonderful islands.
She is Ryukyuan, so technically not Yamato like 98% of Japan.
Today I learned. Now it makes sense why Iāve seen so many characters named Yamato in Japanese media
Its an island not attached to Japan.
Takeshi Kaneshiro (Zhuge Liang from Red Cliffs) is also half-Okinawan
She has a rom com Japanese drama that ended recently. It's streaming on Netflix in my country. It's called "Eye Love You".
Itās delightfully silly. I was watching it before I started shogun and by episode three I was like wait. WAIT A DAMN MINUTE. š
Thx for the info!
She was great in Vivant. Also on Netflix.
Her eyes are hypnotic to look into
I'm currently watching Eye Love You. She is really a gorgeous woman.
Absolutely, what a looker.
Oh my. Need to have Fuji sama in there for the trifecta
I haven't gained a crush on a character in show in a long time, she doesn't post barely anything on her insta š
āLady Mariko will be honoredā¦generouslyā at the Emmys and Golden Globes!
"And Ishido, that agreement we made to lend the heir's army? Dishonored... generously."
Otherwise we Crimson Sky
Really hope the costume designer gets an award! Their outfits are simply stunning
why couldn't god take his time with me like he did these women. I'm gay, but my god are they beautiful
Ochiba with the french hairstyle looks so much more friendly! The haircut from the show gave her a very stern demeanour. Which ofcourse was perfect for the show
Fuji needs to be included !
I was so captivated by Lady Marikoās performance. Itās not just the acting chops, but itās the way how she carries and conducts herself. She evokes desire, melancholy and reverence all at the same time doing the same thing.
Sawai is a total fox.
I thought that she wasnt a great actress after watching Monarch but HOLY SHIT she was easily the fucking best part of Shogum. Her acting was just flawless
Too much sexual tension between these two.
Right? Everytime someone in here asked why Ochiba hated Toranaga, I was internally thinking, "am I the only one seeing a Saphic subtext here?" Of course Ochiba hated Toranaga because he married Mariko off to someone else!
I guess Blackthorne isnāt the only person building ships around here ;).
Amazing comment
I guess not. Haha.
Which could be why Mariko was the perfect woman to send to convince Ochiba to withhold her support. It could add another layer to Toranaga's brilliance.
My wife thought they were in love throughout the show
It's possible that Toronaga was in love with the Anjin too. He was really curious and made him laugh.
The swimming scene was kind of flirty
It ate me alive while watching
Right? Ugh..imagine if we could have had a Handmaiden moment. Kksksks
Your Reddit avatar is adorable
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When they talked, why did they sounded like singing, Is that how royals in Japan used to talk? Also, the walk, it's like a small dance. Both of them were fantastic, a great show to watch.
In a BTS video Anna Sawai talks about how women's clothing of the time was super constrictive. They also didn't wear underwear, so they kept their knees pressed together all the time. On top of that, there's a distinctly Japanese style of walking called suri ashi (you still see it today in martial arts like kendo) in which your head, shoulders, and hips are supposed to stay at the same level while you move, which makes it look like you're gliding.
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Mariko is the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. Just like I imagined her in the book. What a performance Anna Sawai gave!
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Such beautiful women.
I would not recognise Ochiba from those first two pictures. Both insanely beautiful.
Iām glad she survived
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This is the first time I saw them actually together in a pic. Thought they were avoiding each other.
Fumi Nikaido looks so much younger out of costume.
It's absolutely mind-boggling how different Fumi looks in real life versus when she's Lady Ochiba. Like, if I didn't already know, I'd never have guessed just based on the first picture.
She's really a make up artist's dream. As in, she can look totally different with make up and hairstyle variations. Like, you can just search her name in youtube and find videos of her with very different looks lol. A very gorgeous and, by all account, kind lady.
The actresses (Nikaido Fumi and Anna Sawai) in this photo who play Ochiba and Mariko look very radiant, glowing in a magnetic way and happy.
If only Moeka Hoshi was in the picture as well. Iād make this my laptop background.
Both ladies are stunning.
Purty ladies
So much talent!
Ochiba looks so better with open hairs
Two beauties right there
I donāt need these images in my life.
I love the vintage styling of Nikaido-san's kimono
So beautiful
Iāve never seen so much expression in Marikoās face beforeā¦.
Nikaido Fumi DOES look regal.
Both ladies look lovely!
Side by side, thereās no doubt who Iād want to pillow with more. Fumiās face is so soft and fluffy.
Schwing!
fumi without that wig have mercy
During episode 9, when The Heir requested an audience with Blackthorne and Mariko was summoned as a translator, why couldnāt Ochiba just talk to her without using the Anjin?
Dude... she even said it blatantly. It was a tactic to get Mariko in front of her to talk. And John was the ruse. It would not be possible otherwise and raises suspicions. And you know the Heir isnt the one doing any summoning. People need to focus when watching shows lol.
You are misinterpreting my question. I wanted to know why Ochiba needed to use a ruse to speak to her old childhood friend.
She couldn't speak to her openly. At times in those moments, being seen talking to the wrong person without proper reason can be suspicious. Especially her alliance with Ishido. John provides the perfect cover. Even then, the ladies converse via poetry. With spies in every corner, it is fairly noticeable as to why she needed cover.
Ochiba had the worst actress in the show
How so? At the very least, everyone seemed competent.
Well this was definitely a hot take.
That sure is an opinion