Michiko Ai
Biography: Biography not available
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: January 17, 1930
Deathday: N/A
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Known For
The Woman in the Rumor
1954-06-20
The Woman in the Rumor
Overview: Yukiko's fiance learns her mother runs a geisha house and ends their engagement. She despises what her mother does until one of her clients shows interest and starts to woo her.
Genres: Romance Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-06-20
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Sleepy Eyes of Death 4: Sword of Seduction
1964-10-17
Sleepy Eyes of Death 4: Sword of Seduction
Overview: A fugitive christian "saint" (female, of course!) and a sadistic drug-addled princess both have their eye on Kyoshiro. The fact that a bunch of ruthless smugglers also want him dead is the least of his problems!
Genres: Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1964-10-17
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Sōran wataridori
1962-05-27
Sōran wataridori
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-05-27
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The Casebooks of Zenigata Heiji: The Beautiful Shark
1961-11-29
The Casebooks of Zenigata Heiji: The Beautiful Shark
Overview: The hairpin murdered a young girl. Detective Zenigata Heiji begin to investigate. Suddenly a murder case turns into a case of smuggling.
Genres: Drama Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-11-29
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Nagurikomi Songokū
1954-05-11
Nagurikomi Songokū
Overview: Second sequel to Saiyuki (1952)
Genres: Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-05-11
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Nage Utasamon niban tegara: Tsuri tenjô no semushi otoko
1954-07-28
Nage Utasamon niban tegara: Tsuri tenjô no semushi otoko
Overview: Second in the Nage Utasamon series
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-07-28
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Samurai Save The Virgin
1960-12-21
Samurai Save The Virgin
Overview: A gripping historical drama full of suspense and a mysterious bewitching mood. A puzzle of a turbulent era in which various characters fall into a maelstrom of events - a pretty girl, a strange beggar woman, a charming thief, a clever detective, the famous magistrate Toyama Saemon no jo, they all struggle to unravel this mystery of the white bell, which provoked the sudden disappearance of two beautiful women caught in one place at the same time at midnight.
Genres: Drama Mystery
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-12-21
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Satan's Sword III: The Final Chapter
1961-05-17
Satan's Sword III: The Final Chapter
Overview: Disguised as a beggar monk, Ryunosuke is harassed along the road by the rowdy members of a country dojo or fencing school malingering outside their fencing hall. The third film in the Satan's Sword trilogy.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-05-17
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The Demon of Sendai's Castle
1962-09-01
The Demon of Sendai's Castle
Overview: Tsunamune Date, the young lord of Sendai Domain, was ordered by the shogunate to stand down after being spotted in a brothel. Shortly after, four advisors from his entourage were assassinated, calling into question the possessions of the Date family.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-09-01
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Shogun's Holiday
1958-02-12
Shogun's Holiday
Overview: During the reign of Hidetada, the second shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty, the advisor Okubo Hikozaemon (Ganjiro Nakamura) entrusts the young Takechiyo (Hiroshi Kawaguchi) to the fishmonger Isshin Tasuke (Kazuo Hasegawa) to help him understand the world. Tasuke, who does not know that Takechiyo is the shogun's heir, trains him harshly. Tasuke's wife Naka (Michiko Ai) is concerned about his harsh teaching style, but Takechiyo gains strength day by day and adapts to his new life. Soon, Takechiyo begins secretly talking about love with a city girl named Otoyo (Hitomi Nozoe), but...
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-02-12
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The Magnificent Five
1958-01-15
The Magnificent Five
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-01-15
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風来物語 あばれ飛車
1960-09-28
風来物語 あばれ飛車
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-09-28
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風来物語任侠篇
1959-10-28
風来物語任侠篇
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-10-28
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Satan's Sword
1960-10-18
Satan's Sword
Overview: The Dai-bosatsu toge trilogy is based on Kaizan Nakazato's unfinished long series of novels (41 books, written from 1913 to 1941). Set in the last period of the Tokugawa Shogunate, Daibosatsu Toge tells the story of Ryunosuke Tsukue , a nihilistic swordmaster who doesn't hesitate to kill anyone, bad or good.
Genres: Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-10-18
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Black Weapon
1964-06-20
Black Weapon
Overview: Industrial espionage gets in the way of love and marriage for factory worker Katayanagi.
Genres: Drama Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1964-06-20
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Ghost-Cat of Arima Palace
1953-12-29
Ghost-Cat of Arima Palace
Overview: Okoyo, the mistress of Lord Arima, fears that she is being replaced by a younger woman named Otaki. In a fit of jealousy, she kills the younger girl. The dead woman's cat licks her blood and becomes a demon, seeking revenge on Okoyo
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1953-12-29
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Terrible Ghost Cat of Okazaki
1954-03-13
Terrible Ghost Cat of Okazaki
Overview: The Lord of Okazaki is killed by his brother-in-law. Although the Lord's widow bears a child, she is also killed. Then, a ghost cat begins stalking in the castle.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-03-13
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A Samurai's Love
1954-03-03
A Samurai's Love
Overview: A film about the Ghost of Okiku that's based on the kabuki play Bancho Sarayashiki.
Genres: Horror Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-03-03
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Ghost-Cat of Yonaki Swamp
1957-06-18
Ghost-Cat of Yonaki Swamp
Overview: A remake of Kaidan Saga yashiki (1953).
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-06-18
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New Bad Reputation Continues
1962-11-03
New Bad Reputation Continues
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-11-03
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Nage Utasamon sanban tegara: Fukumen dokurotai
1954-11-10
Nage Utasamon sanban tegara: Fukumen dokurotai
Overview: Third in the Nage utasamon series
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-11-10
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Hana no yukyo-den
1958-08-31
Hana no yukyo-den
Overview: 1958 Japanese movie
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-08-31
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Night River
1956-09-12
Night River
Overview: In Kyoto a young kimono maker with traditional ideas gets involved with a married professor.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-09-12
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The Ghost Cat of Ouma Crossing
1954-12-29
The Ghost Cat of Ouma Crossing
Overview: A kabuki actress is murdered. Her pet cat laps its mistress's blood and becomes a demon possessed by the vengeful murder victim.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-12-29
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Otōsan wa Ohitoyoshi
1955-09-06
Otōsan wa Ohitoyoshi
Overview: A frenzy of goodwill, tears, laughter, and a lot of fun, caused by thirteen children under the guise of a good-natured fruit vendor and his wife.
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-09-06
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The Gay Masquerade
1958-11-29
The Gay Masquerade
Overview: The film won 1959 Blue Ribbon Awards for best actor Raizo Ichikawa and for best cinematography Kazuo Miyagawa. The film also won 1959 Kinema Junpo Award for best actor Raizo Ichikawa.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-11-29
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Jirocho Fuji 2: The Chivalrous
1960-06-01
Jirocho Fuji 2: The Chivalrous
Overview: The exciting story of Jirocho and his yakuza gang that controlled the area of the Tokaido during the latter days of the samurai era. Awesome fighting from Katsu Shintaro as One-Eyed Ishimatsu highlights this great tale taken from Japanese history!
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-06-01
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Floating Vessel
1957-04-29
Floating Vessel
Overview: Floating Vessel (源氏物語 浮舟 , Ukifune) is a 1957 color Japanese film directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa. Drawn from parts of the famous Genji monogatari by Lady Murasaki.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-04-29
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Tough Guy
1961-09-30
Tough Guy
Overview: Asakichi beats a ganster, Sada, in a physical fight, leading to recognition by Sada's clan boss. When Kotoito, the geisha Asakichi is in love with, is kidnapped by a rival clan and sold to a a house of pleasure, Asakichi and Sada set out to rescue her.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-09-30
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47 Vendettas
1953-03-31
47 Vendettas
Overview: The legendary tale of the forty-seven samurai who seek vengeance against the man who caused their master's death.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1953-03-31
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Blind Devotion
1961-03-08
Blind Devotion
Overview: Late romance by acclaimed filmmaker Kinugasa Teinosuke.
Genres: Romance Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-03-08
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Stop the Old Fox
1959-09-27
Stop the Old Fox
Overview: Historical and political detective. The main characters are drawn into court intrigues, and the investigation of corruption in the administration of the shogun Ienari Tokugawa comes to the fore in the plot. Based on the novel of the same name by Matsumoto Seicho.
Genres: Mystery History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-09-27
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Jirocho Fuji
1959-06-03
Jirocho Fuji
Overview: Legendary yakuza Shimizu Jirocho and his 28 henchmen travel the unruly path from a 'Fire Festival' in Akiba to a decisive battle by the Fujigawa.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-06-03
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A Thousand Flying Cranes
1959-05-20
A Thousand Flying Cranes
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-05-20
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The Lord Pretends
1959-09-13
The Lord Pretends
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-09-13
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Buddha
1961-10-31
Buddha
Overview: An Indian prince leaves his world of comfort and riches behind to wander and meditate for six years in search of spiritual enlightenment. Siddartha (Cojoin Hong) turns his back on the old religion when people are starving needlessly and holy rituals include human sacrifices. During his meditations, he is tempted by erotic dancing women, demons, and the evil machinations of his criminal cousin. Devastate to attain the spiritual perfection and become the Buddha. He travels to convert followers by his kindness and wisdom, gaining a multitude of believers when he stops an elephant from crushing a local priest. Buddha of course goes on to become one of the great religious leaders of the world.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-10-31
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Maiko and the Assassin
1963-08-28
Maiko and the Assassin
Overview: 19th century Japan, at the end of the Edo period. A samurai falls in love with a young woman while taking up arms to overthrow the local shogunate.
Genres: History Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1963-08-28
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Merciless Blade Part 2
1953-06-03
Merciless Blade Part 2
Overview: The second film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass.
Genres: Action Drama History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1953-06-03
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Tanuki Battle of Awaodori Festival
1954-03-13
Tanuki Battle of Awaodori Festival
Overview: A tanuki-themed musical.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-03-13
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A Lustful Man
1961-03-21
A Lustful Man
Overview: Fascinated with women from an early age, Yonosuke had his first sexual encounter at the age of seven. From that day on, he recklessly and forwardly pursues women, feeding his fascination and experience. As Yonosuke's salacious behavior brings much cause for shame to the family, his father eventually breaks relations with him. Expelled from the family, 19-year-old Yonosuke embarks on a pilgrimage of lust, traveling far and wide to acquaint himself with women of all walks.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-03-21
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Ishimatsu - The One-Eyed Swordsman
1957-09-03
Ishimatsu - The One-Eyed Swordsman
Overview: Ishimatsu of Mori, from his early days leading up to his joining with Shimizu Jirocho, Boss of the Tokaido where he made his mark in history through his tragic end this is the story of a beloved and loyal henchman.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-09-03
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The Radiant Prince
1961-10-14
The Radiant Prince
Overview: Hikaru Genji, the haunted romantic hero of Lady Murasaki Shikibu’s “Genji Monogatari” (Tale of Genji) comes to life in this new tale of his further romantic adventures. Young Genji, the emperor’s illegitimate son cuts a swath through the women of the imperial court, while still mourning the spirit of his late mother who died while he was still a child. Driven to an obsession with the emperor’s new concubine, Lady Fujitsubo, whose resemblance to his late mother originally caught the eye of the emperor, young Genji embarks upon a reckless affair with her that could cost him his life.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-10-14
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Dancing Girl
1957-02-12
Dancing Girl
Overview: In Asakusa, Tokyo, a couple of a violinist Yamano and a revue dancer Hanae lives in poverty. One day Hanae’s little sister rolls into their apartment and begins to stir things up with her riotousness.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-02-12
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The Demon of Mount Oe
1960-04-27
The Demon of Mount Oe
Overview: A demon-faced monster seeking revenge appears in the forms of a gigantic ox and a huge spider! The young Genji warrior protects the Fujiwara Clan and the beautiful lady in tragic love! A grand visual epic told with mesmerizing extravagance!
Genres: Horror Fantasy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-04-27
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The Great White Tiger Platoon
1954-08-25
The Great White Tiger Platoon
Overview: The Great White Tiger Platoon was part of the Aizu clan's last ditch efforts to stop the advance of Imperial troops after the fall of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Meant to be a reserve unit as it was made of the young, 16-17 year old sons of Aizu samurai. Their story is one of the great tragedies of the Boshin War (1868-1869) as they were called into action. Getting cut off from the main body of their platoon, a group of 20 from the 2nd squad retreated to Iimori Hill, where they looked down upon fires surrounding Aizu Castle and thinking that the castle has fallen and all is lost, they choose to die as samurai by committing seppuku. A superb rendition of this true story that shows the true honor of the samurai.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-08-25
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Princess Yang Kwei Fei
1955-05-03
Princess Yang Kwei Fei
Overview: In eighth century China, the Emperor is grieving over the death of his wife. The Yang family wants to provide the Emperor with a consort so that they may consolidate their influence over the court. General An Lushan finds a distant relative working in their kitchen whom they groom to present to the Emperor. The Emperor falls in love with her and she becomes the Princess Yang Kwei-fei. The Yangs are then appointed important ministers, though An Lushan is not given the court position he covets. The ministers misuse their power so much that there is a popular revolt against the Yangs, fueled by An Lushan.
Genres: Romance Drama History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-05-03
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A Samurai Never Tells a Lie
1963-05-29
A Samurai Never Tells a Lie
Overview: The shogun's vassal Harima Aoyama and a chamber maid are in love with each other, but they cannot be together due to a difference of their status. Soon, an offer of marriage is brought to Harima. Trying to test his love, Okiku breaks one of the plates of the family treasure of the Aoyama family, but Harima doesn't notice. However, someone surrounding her witnesses the moment Okiku breaks the plate on purpose.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1963-05-29
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Mangorō Tengu
1957-08-06
Mangorō Tengu
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-08-06
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Daiei Studio is Bustling
1957-01-15
Daiei Studio is Bustling
Overview: A studio introduction version for Daiei Stars.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-01-15
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Princess Tsuki
1958-01-09
Princess Tsuki
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-01-09
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Long Swords of the Loyal Forty-Seven
1962-08-12
Long Swords of the Loyal Forty-Seven
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Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-08-12
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The 7th Secret Agent to Edo
1958-06-10
The 7th Secret Agent to Edo
Overview:
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-06-10
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Hanatarō Jumon
1958-02-05
Hanatarō Jumon
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Genres: Adventure
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-02-05
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The Young Boss and the Navy Spirit
1966-09-03
The Young Boss and the Navy Spirit
Overview:
Genres: Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1966-09-03
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Nuregami kenpo
1958-11-08
Nuregami kenpo
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-11-08
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The Magical Warrior
1955-09-06
The Magical Warrior
Overview: Rikitaro and Osayo are popular entertainers who throw knives. They are sweethearts. At one day They help Ocho, who is a beautiful pickpocket when she is attacked by Ronin. in Asakusa, However, they come to be surrounded by doubtful Ronin after that. Moreover, Rikitaro is called to stop by Kajima of Edo-Karo of Nihonmatsu-Han. He calls him a young lord and treats Rikitaro as one, because his young lord, Tetsunojo is missing. Kuni-Garo makes a plan to carry out. Kikumaru, the younger brother of the mother difference in him instead of Tetsunojo, Since Rikitaro is just like Tetsunojo, then, they are convinced that it is Tetsunojo of Rikitaro. Rikitaro and Osayo decide to help Kajima and Tetsunojo. Finally they success to crush Kikumarsu's group.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-09-06
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Migratory Birds of the Flowers
1956-01-03
Migratory Birds of the Flowers
Overview:
Genres: Mystery
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-01-03
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Matashirō Fighting Journey
1956-01-09
Matashirō Fighting Journey
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Genres: Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-01-09
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Yutaro kodan
1959-01-14
Yutaro kodan
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-01-14
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Koga's Messenger
1960-05-18
Koga's Messenger
Overview: The mysterious Koga Ninja crushes the villains who are trying to take over the inheritance of the Omi castle owner using various means! A sword and witchcraft, a mystery and revenge swirl around the mystery of the hood, in the demon tower, in the underground castle, and at the bottom of the lake!
Genres: History Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-05-18
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The Jumping Magistrate
1952-11-27
The Jumping Magistrate
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Genres: Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1952-11-27
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Sisters of Destiny
1956-08-14
Sisters of Destiny
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-08-14
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Zangiku monogatari
1956-04-23
Zangiku monogatari
Overview:
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-04-23
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Ambush at Iga Pass
1958-11-15
Ambush at Iga Pass
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-11-15
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Flowery Hood
1956-07-25
Flowery Hood
Overview:
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-07-25
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Fighting Birds
1956-05-25
Fighting Birds
Overview:
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-05-25
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Thief and Magistrate
1955-12-07
Thief and Magistrate
Overview:
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-12-07
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Notebooks of Heiji Zenigata: Spider on the Skin
1956-08-14
Notebooks of Heiji Zenigata: Spider on the Skin
Overview:
Genres: Mystery
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-08-14
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Machi no uwasa mo sanjûgo nichi
1960-03-15
Machi no uwasa mo sanjûgo nichi
Overview: A bride suddenly disappears from the wedding venue, and her boyfriend begins searching for her. Things get hectic around the two of them.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-03-15
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晴小袖
1961-01-09
晴小袖
Overview: 1961 Japanese movie
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-01-09
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