Juro Hoshi
Also Known As: 星十郎, ホシジュウロウ
Biography: Biography not available
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: Not available
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Gender: Male
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Keepers of Order
Overview: Chuji and his family become the primary target of gangs in Nikko headed by Hasshu marshal Nakayama and boss Sukegoro Iioka. Chuji is then aided by boss Shigezo Sasagawa, Ishimatsu, and a few young yakuza.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-08-22
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Cases of An Actor in Disguise: Mansion of beauties
Overview: The first work in the series "Cases of An Actor in Disguise" starring Kokichi Takada, based on the original work of Tatsuro Jinde. Kasumi Ippei is a popular ronin actor, and when he is not on stage he is investigating intricate crimes, in this film Ippei will solve the abduction of seven beautiful young girls.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-01-03
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Cases of An Actor in Disguise: Bloodskull Mansion
Overview: The second work in the series "Cases of An Actor in Disguise" starring Kokichi Takada, based on the original work of Tatsuro Jinde. Popular ronin actor Kasumi Ippei intervenes in a planned robbery of the mint, where gold coins are minted for the Shogunate.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-05-10
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Teppo Yasu no Shogai
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-02-21
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Good Rascals
Overview: A group of men living a low life in Edo help each other to make the best out of their lives.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-01-14
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Mermaid Murder Case
Overview: The sixth episode of Hashizo Okawa's "Wakasama Samurai" catch series.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-09-29
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Glorious Standard Bearer
Overview: Hashizo Okawa in the form of a courageous firefighter who confronts unscrupulous traders who make a profit even at the cost of human lives. A fireman exposes the corrupt activities of merchants.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-12-28
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Ōedo no taka
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-04-11
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Cantankerous Edo
Overview: It's fighting fires and swordsmen with a touch of music in this free-for-all of action and excitement combining the talents of Japan's most popular couple... Misora Hibari and Okawa Hashizo. Along with the great Otomo Rytaro as Tatsugoro the fire chief, they keep Edo safe as part of the famed Megumi Fire Squad.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-01-09
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Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun
Overview: After settling the matter of shogunal succession, the retired Old Lord of Mito finds himself in a sea of trouble when he gets involved in the succession of the Takamatsu clan. The usurpers try by every means to effect their takeover, even if it leads to blood being spilled. Along with Kaku and Suke, the elder must face the most dangerous time of his life, in a battle against those corrupt individuals who would use any means to further their dastardly conspiracy, regardless of how many lives might be destroyed. The great Misora Hibari gives a bravura performance, as does the rest of this all-star cast. This is another outstanding effort on the part of the Toei Films, blending fact and fiction to bright back Japan’s golden era of the Genroku period.
Genres: Adventure Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-07-12
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Mukōmizu no kenka kasa
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-04-24
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A Doting Parent’s Lullaby
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-11-01
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A Chivalrous Spirit
Overview: An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza. One of the real classics in this genre. Jirocho, an honorable and respected gang boss, uncovers a conspiracy organized by his rivals while on a quest to bring justice to three murders. Some of the most famous actors from Toei studios make this a must-see for everyone! Featuring a very young Nakamura Kinnosuke, who went on to become one of Japan's mosted noteworthy actors under the name Yorosuya Kinnosuke. This is one of the best examples his early work.
Genres: Drama Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-01-03
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Denshichi Torimonocho: Man without Shadow
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-05-23
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Kisaragi Sword
Overview: The story concerns the efforts of seven master swordsman who join together to protect the new inexperienced Shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune from the evil plans of the Owari Clan's corrupt Lord. It's a colorful bunch, a drunk samurai, a master thief, a sword instructor and a Lord who is disguised as a ronin since it is an executable offense for a lord to wander outside of their domain without permission. As the Chief Magistrate becomes suspicious of the Owari plot to send men to Kodenmacho Prison to start a riot he begins to investigate the rumors. He soon calls upon the Lord of Mikazuki Castle and the Shogun's best friend to help thwart the evil ambitions and battle the rouge swordsman hired by the Owari Clan.
Genres: Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-04-08
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Diary of a Wandering Lord
Overview: Two thrill seeking young lords sneak out of their castles and travel under the disguise of townsmen.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-01-03
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Red peonies on the skin
Overview: Genjiro was a samurai in the past, but he became a Yakuza, a dandy with a tattoo of red peonies, he helps his younger brother who is caught up in a conflict with Hatamoto.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-07-02
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Lofty Ambitions
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-02-12
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Flowers on the Road
Overview: Yae and Kiku, daughters of drapers in Edo, must travel to Kyoto in place of their sickly fathers to attend to some businesses affairs. On their way to Kyoto, the two ladies are ambushed by a group of bandits. However a good Samaritan named Santaro comes to their rescue. Santaro is aiding a young samurai named Sanshiro who is on an official mission to deliver a message to a noble in Kyoto. When Yae and Kiku discover that a gang of assassins is after Sanshiro, they decide to help Sanshiro to complete his mission.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-01-21
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Isshin Tasuke: A World in Danger
Overview: Tasuke stumbles across Kokichi, a distraught man whom having lost his fiancee to Lord Kawakatsu is ready to commit suicide. Tasuke learns that Kokichi's fiancee, Otoyo, was a chambermaid whom Kawakatsu abducted in order to make her his concubine and Tasuke feels compelled to right this wrong. Meanwhile Kawakatsu is dealing in black-market lumber and receiving kick-backs but unbeknownst to him he is under investigation by Lord Izu, one of the Shogun Elders. Will Tasuke be able to rescue Otoyo from the clutches of Lord Kawakatsu and can Lord Izu put an end to his money hungry evildoings.
Genres: Action Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-10-22
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Kirimaru Kirigakure
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Genres: Drama Action History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-05-03
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Magistrate of Dice
Overview: Based on the exploits of real-life historical character Magistrate Toyama no Kinsan, this exciting tale brings the “Demon Magistrate” as he is called to the aid of a beautiful young woman who asks to be abducted on the eve of her wedding so that she would not have to marry a country bumpkin. Instead she plans to go to Edo, where life can be cheap and common criminals run rampant. Can Magistrate Toyama, a gambler himself, see through the plot and keep her safe from harm. Don’t miss this spectacular showpiece of samurai era action led by superstar Kataoka Chiezo in one of his signature roles. When he bares his tattooed right shoulder, all hell breaks loose!
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-04-18
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続変化大名
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-11-15
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ふり袖侠艶録
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-07-05
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Kunisada Chuji
Overview: Kunisada Chuji is a common folk hero who looks out for poor people in the country who are at the mercy of corrupt officials. Intent on fulfilling a dying wish from one of his henchmen, Asataro, to find a decent home for his young nephew, Chuji descends from his hide-out in the mountain, and heads to the city in spite of numerous dangers that await him there.
Genres: Adventure Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-08-27
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Tekka Wakashū
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-09-30
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神変美女桜
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-12-11
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Ghost Story on Passage
Overview: A ghost interrupts the journey of two young noblemen who are disguised as merchants.
Genres: Adventure Horror Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-07-13
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Edokko Nagaya
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-12-01
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Lovestruck Ronin
Overview: Tai Kato's first film directed at Toei.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-01-22
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The Chivalrous Youth of Great Edo
Overview: Jidaigeki by Tai Kato
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-02-07
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Ghost Ship Part 1
Overview: As Part I opens, Jubei (Denjiro Okochi), the best of sea skippers, is unable to overcome the stormy seas of Luzon. All hands on board the Kannonmaru were lost except for Shinkei, who alone made his way to land & eventually home to inform his grandson Jiromaru (Kinnosuke Nakamura) that his father Jubei met with disaster. Young Jiromaru tells his grandfather that he doesn't want to be a skipper like his father, but wants to go to Kyoto and become a samurai…
Genres: Adventure Fantasy Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-09-23
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Unique Sword Technique for Revenge
Overview: Comedy directed by Torajiro Saito about swordsmen in the era of feudal Japan.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-10-27
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Song Festival, Full Moon, and the Battle of the Raccoon Dogs
Overview: Hibari Misora musical.
Genres: Music Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1955-05-01
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Runway to Hell
Overview: When Kaneko Ichinosuke aims to avenge his father who was wrongly accused of embezzlement, the samurai Kochiyama Soshun agrees to assist.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-05-03
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A Martial Crowd
Overview: As a result of a superstitious belief that twins bring bad luck to the family, newborn twin princesses are separated. Yukihime, who was sent away to be raised by a yakuza family in Edo, returns home after many years to settle an old score.
Genres: Action Drama Music
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-06-03
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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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Secret of the Golden Coin
Overview: A princess finds life behind the protection of her brother and the high walls of the mansion to be quite dull, so she takes on another identity and lives in a small house in Edo pretending to be a singer but all the while she is actually a Shogunate Detective. Framed by a crooked magistrate for a crime she did not commit, Oshichi must clear her name of false charges after a woman helps to lead a prison break of the notorious Oshu Remnants. Meanwhile the magistrate, Lord Kai, conspires to be rid of her brother, Clan Elder, Lord Abe Iyo. Her only clue is an ornate dagger with a handle made of golden coins.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-11-19
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Roughneck From Asama
Overview: When Boss Juzo's Shinmachi Yakuza family struck fear into the hearts of his adversaries, Boss Shohei's Okabe Yakuza family with a merciless gang of raiders, Itaro of Asama was missing. With the courage of a lion he had gone off to face the enemy and settle the score all by himself. As a result he had to take the blame in place of Boss Shohei, and went off to adventures on his own.
Genres: Action Crime Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-12-02
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Tales of Young Genji Kuro
Overview: Genji Kurô is a master swordsman and entrusted with protecting the ancient sword Kaen by the Otsubo family.
Genres: Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-04-15
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Young Lord and Second Son
Overview: A lord explores the lives of common people.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-11-01
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Girl with the Fire Banner
Overview: Fearless girl firefighter Oharu and skilled firefighter Shintaro battle against their evil rivals who threaten to take over Oharu’s family’s turf.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-12-27
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Travel with Ghost
Overview: Ghost comedy film.
Genres: Music Horror Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-07-01
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Heavenly Dragon
Overview: From the opening theme song to the grand finale, you know that you have found something special as this exciting movie stars the great Misora Hibari in one of her most memorable performances as she plays Shintaro and Oharu, a brother and sister, the children of a lumber dealer who had been murdered by the evil boss Kumagoro who plots to take over Shintaro's family business with the help of a corrupt deputy who has fooled the family into believing that he is on their side.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-10-23
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Bride of White Castle
Overview: A young girl, Okimi, falls in love with Kiritaro, a handsome thief disguised as a wealthy young master.
Genres: Drama Adventure
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-05-17
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浮かれ狐千本櫻
Overview: Japanese comedy film.
Genres: Comedy History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1954-12-28
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Gentle Breeze
Overview: A young, feisty woman named Osome searches for her true love in the midst of a family crisis.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-07-07
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Scramble for Fortune
Overview: A young man and a woman are on a mission to protect a mysterious mirror that hides the secrets of a great fortune.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-10-09
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Unwieldy Brothers
Overview: Taisuke is kind-hearted but overall lacks ambition. Taizo is smarter, but given to fits of emotion and impulsive violence. The samurai brothers fight against corruption in a castle.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-06-05
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Ghostly Tales: The Shamisen
Overview: A popular dance master in Edo meets a yakuza man, and the maddened master is killed in the end of their tremendous love affair. The master becomes a vengeful spirit that haunts the man. A thrilling ghost story.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-08-04
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The Sword Knows
Overview: In the midst of the warring age, a young samurai Kyonosuke defies his former lord Hojo Ujikatsu in order to avenge his parents’ deaths.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-09-03
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Hibari’s Favorite 2
Overview: Young girl Kichiza searches for her missing brother and the person responsible for the death of her parents.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-04-26
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Case of a Young Lord 1
Overview: As a result of illness and unemployment, Yamaoka Tatewaki, a "Hatamoto" (or direct vassal of the Shogun), pawned his family heirloom, a valuable Gosu plate for 100 ryo. When, of all occasions, Yokogawa Dewa came to visit and asked to see the Gosu plate on May 5th, Boy's Festival. Yamaoka then sent his steward to borrow the plate back, but the pawnbroker coldheartedly refused. He died soon thereafter of an unknown cause. Soon after that, two warehouses were broken into, but nothing was taken. When Detective Shokichi seeks the help of Young lord samurai, in solving these mysterious crimes that plague the town he takes the case and immediately surmises that the thief was looking for something special. Could the answer be hidden in the coffin of a deceased merchant who had his most valuable things buried with him. The tension mounts and the mystery deepens. Can Young lord solve the case?
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1956-02-25
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Iemitsu and Hikoza
Overview: A sentimental tale of the filial love between shogun Iemitsu (matinee idol Hasegawa) and his loyal old retainer Hikoza (comedian Roppa, playing somewhat against type).
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1941-03-26
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Law in Ghost Island
Overview: Upon his arrival to Dragon Island, ronin Yagi Hanzo, is propositioned by various shady individuals representing rival gangs to lend his services to them. Branded an enemy for his refusal to become involved with either side, he soon finds himself caught up in an intrigue extending beyond petty gang rivalries, involving a plot by Daimyo in Kyoto to overthrow the government.
Genres: Adventure
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-08-13
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The Medicine Case
Overview: Magistrate Ooka-Echizen faces a crime over a pillbox.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1959-09-30
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Lord Mito Komon: World commotion
Overview: Counselor Mito and his companions departed from Mito to see Kikutaro, a young lord of the shogun family, who became the new lord of Shirataka castle with an income of three hundred thousand koku. As they approach Shirataka's domain, a disturbing adventure begins. Soon, the advisor Mito and his companions reveal a conspiracy whose purpose was to capture the Shirataka castle and engage in a battle with the villains.
Genres: Adventure Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-12-27
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Case of a Young Lord 4: Bridal Robe in Blood
Overview: A murdered pawnbroker found clutching a blood-soaked wedding gown, the kidnapped daughter of a Shogun vassal, mysterious robberies, brutal killings, a vault with no key, a suspect killed while in police custody. This fragmented trail of clues could well be one of the most baffling cases that Young Lord has ever had to solve as he attempts to unravel the mystery and bring the guilty party to justice.
Genres: Mystery Drama Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1957-03-04
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Lion Crest
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1958-12-02
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Bikkuri Sanjuushi
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1952-10-30
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Bored Hatamoto: Island of No Return
Overview: Part of the Bored Hatamoto series. The most popular samurai in Edo, Saotome Mondonosuke, known to most as the "Bored Hatamoto" is the only one who can save the shogunate from the dastardly plot to take over the country.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-01-09
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The Shogun and the Fishmonger
Overview: Fishmonger Tasuke and Shogun Iemitsu swap their identities in pretence for the protection of Iemitsu.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-01-03
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Ōedo kenka matsuri
Overview: 1961 Japanese movie
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-01-09
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Drunken Sword
Overview: Tetsunosuke, an eccentric doctor and an owner of a fencing school, takes aim against corrupt authorities.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-09-01
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人形佐七捕物帖 般若の面
Overview: A thrilling entertainment mystery period drama directed by Daisuke Yamazaki, depicting the remarkable feats of the puppet showman Sakichi of Otama Pond, who skillfully unravels the serial murders involving Hannya masks swirling around the streets of Edo's 808 districts with his adept jutte handling. This is the first installment in the series starring Tomisaburō Wakayama.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-03-08
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Lion Festival of Echigo
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-09-30
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Ryuji, the Gun Slinger
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Genres: History Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-04-12
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Six Men Mustered in Great Edo
Overview: A parody based on Kabuki plays about thieves led by the famous Soshun Kochiyama.
Genres: Comedy History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1953-12-22
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Traveling of Two Young Men
Overview: At the crowded Komatsuya in Kawadome, travellers are holding a secret art contest to relieve boredom. However, a thief goes around. During the sudden commotion, a young man called Gentaro begins to perform magic tricks. This magic trick brings out the lost wallets of the travellers one after another. Even the thief himself, Shinzo, is surprised by this trick. Gentaro hears that Okinu, daughter of Kutsukake Jinbei, is looking for Eijiro, the young boss of Omaeda. Gentaro arrives and introduces himself as Eijiro Omaeda. He moves to Kichibei's family in Sakamoto-juku where he meets Okinu's father who needs help.
Genres: Adventure
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-05-17
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