Shōgun

is a unique position, just below that of a daimyō, within the Land of Mountains. Unlike in other countries, the daimyō is primarily in charge of the political aspects of running the country, while it is the shōgun's duty to be the ambassador to the shinobi of the nation. He attends Yamagakure's when they are held, once every two years, and deliberates with the Yamakage on the candidates who should be made chūnin. If something were to befall the Yamakage, and the Yamakage was no longer able to serve, he has the distinct privilege of nominating a candidate for Yamakage which will then go to Yamagakure's Jōnin Corps for a vote. Likewise, the current shōgun is always a shinobi himself, and is nominated by the Yamakage, and then confirmed by the daimyō, for service. Shōgun serve for life or until they are rendered unable to complete their duties, at which time, a new shōgun is selected.

Trivia

 * In, shōgun were typically samurai generals of great stature, though they had very little political power.