Akira Inoue

Directing

Akira Inoue

Born December 10, 1928 · Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Died January 9, 2022 · aged 93

Akira Inoue was born on 10 December 1928 in Kyoto, Japan. He was a director and assistant director, known for Zatoichi's Revenge (1965), Showdown at Night's End (1964) and Pinwheel Hamakichi's Spell 2 (1982). He died on 9 January 2022 in Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan.

Known For

The love song of farewell laterThe love song of farewell later · 1991
The love song of farewell later
1991
MovieDramaRomance
A suspense drama based on Osamu Takahashi's original work starring Shinobu Otake. The shooting location of Gunkanjima is a famous tourist attraction. When Mansako returns to her husband's parents' house, she noticed a young man named Shinji playing drums at a village festival. Shinji who felt her gaze also looked back at Mansako. Masako invites Shinji to her house to welcome her husband together, and is witnessed by a housewife who came to inform her husband of the accidental death while helping him change clothes. She is stigmatized for infidelity. They are separated, but they vow to meet again 12 years later.
Dynamite Doctor ReturnsDynamite Doctor Returns · 1966
Dynamite Doctor Returns
1966
MovieCrimeAction
Second movie in the yoidore hakase serie
Women's PrisonWomen's Prison · 1968
Women's Prison
10.01968
Movie
A prostitute and her stepfather are falsely accused of murder, imprisoned, sexually abused and tortured. The real murderer will be discovered - and the girl will take revenge.
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan GirlLowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl · 1983
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl
8.01983
MovieActionDrama
When the 'Lowly Ronin' helps an orphaned teenage girl avoid being turned into a prostitute, she then claims he is her father and they start a farm as father and daughter until fate steps in and he must draw his sword.
Jirocho FujiJirocho Fuji · 1959
Jirocho Fuji
7.41959
MovieDrama
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.
The Lord PretendsThe Lord Pretends · 1959
The Lord Pretends
1959
Movie
An Actor's RevengeAn Actor's Revenge · 1963
An Actor's Revenge
6.61963
MovieDrama
In Edo Japan, a kabuki actor seeks revenge against the three men who drove his parents to their deaths years ago.
The Tale of Zatoichi ContinuesThe Tale of Zatoichi Continues · 1962
The Tale of Zatoichi Continues
7.01962
MovieAdventureAction
Returning to the village where a year before he had killed Hirate, a much-admired opponent, Zatoichi encounters another swordsman and former rival in love.

Movies

The love song of farewell laterThe love song of farewell later · 1991
The love song of farewell later
1991
MovieDramaRomance
A suspense drama based on Osamu Takahashi's original work starring Shinobu Otake. The shooting location of Gunkanjima is a famous tourist attraction. When Mansako returns to her husband's parents' house, she noticed a young man named Shinji playing drums at a village festival. Shinji who felt her gaze also looked back at Mansako. Masako invites Shinji to her house to welcome her husband together, and is witnessed by a housewife who came to inform her husband of the accidental death while helping him change clothes. She is stigmatized for infidelity. They are separated, but they vow to meet again 12 years later.
Dynamite Doctor ReturnsDynamite Doctor Returns · 1966
Dynamite Doctor Returns
1966
MovieCrimeAction
Second movie in the yoidore hakase serie
Women's PrisonWomen's Prison · 1968
Women's Prison
10.01968
Movie
A prostitute and her stepfather are falsely accused of murder, imprisoned, sexually abused and tortured. The real murderer will be discovered - and the girl will take revenge.
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan GirlLowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl · 1983
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl
8.01983
MovieActionDrama
When the 'Lowly Ronin' helps an orphaned teenage girl avoid being turned into a prostitute, she then claims he is her father and they start a farm as father and daughter until fate steps in and he must draw his sword.
Jirocho FujiJirocho Fuji · 1959
Jirocho Fuji
7.41959
MovieDrama
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.
The Lord PretendsThe Lord Pretends · 1959
The Lord Pretends
1959
Movie
An Actor's RevengeAn Actor's Revenge · 1963
An Actor's Revenge
6.61963
MovieDrama
In Edo Japan, a kabuki actor seeks revenge against the three men who drove his parents to their deaths years ago.
The Tale of Zatoichi ContinuesThe Tale of Zatoichi Continues · 1962
The Tale of Zatoichi Continues
7.01962
MovieAdventureAction
Returning to the village where a year before he had killed Hirate, a much-admired opponent, Zatoichi encounters another swordsman and former rival in love.
Samurai Justice: A Duel at TakadanobaraSamurai Justice: A Duel at Takadanobara · 2005
Samurai Justice: A Duel at Takadanobara
2005
MovieTV MovieCrime
Edo is rocked by the news that a duel to the death is to be held at Takadanobaba, the famed site of a bloody revenge fought by Nakayama Yasubei, who late married into the Ako clan where he was one of the 47 ronin who took vengeance against the vile Lord Kira. This hallowed spot is to host a match between two of the finest swordsmen in Edo. Each is backed by a high ranking direct vassal of the shogun, who had bet their family heirlooms on the outcome. The loser was to commit seppuku and have his clan disbanded. Meanwhile a band of brigands are placing their bets on the fencer who had earlier killed their leader. Can retired master swordsman Akiyama Kohei keep this from becoming a major disaster?
Onihei Gaiden: Kumagoro’s FaceOnihei Gaiden: Kumagoro’s Face · 2011
Onihei Gaiden: Kumagoro’s Face
2011
MovieDramaHistory
In pursuit of the notorious thief “Subashiri no Kumagoro,” the Arson and Theft Investigation Squad corners him. Seizo, who has been actively working as their agent is killed by Kumagoro. Amidst the chaos, Kumagoro manages to escape from the squad. Four years later, Seizo’s widow, Onobu, is raising her young son, Yusomatsu, single-handedly while running a small tea shop. One day, she helps a traveling merchant named Shintaro, who collapses from a sudden illness in front of her shop. The two soon fall in love and promise to start a family together. Shintaro leaves on a business trip and promises to return in a few days. Right after his departure, Onobu is shocked to see a wanted poster delivered by the Arson and Theft Investigation Squad… Kumagoro’s face on the poster is the spitting image of Shintaro.
Yagyu AbaretabiYagyu Abaretabi · 1980
Yagyu Abaretabi
1980
Movie
The story of the Yagyu clan and their journeys across the country in their quest to fight injustice and corruption... and there are many surprises along the way. .
The Fox Dancing in the DuskThe Fox Dancing in the Dusk · 1984
The Fox Dancing in the Dusk
1984
Movie
A heartfelt period drama that delicately portrays the joys and sorrows of a thief and the people living on the margins of society. Ihei, played by Tatsuya Nakadai, works as a painter by day. In reality, however, he is a skilled thief. To target the home of a moneylender’s mistress, he recruits a group of amateurs to join him. Men in need of large sums of money for various reasons begin to gather around Ihei, but…
Lone Wolf and Cub: The Final ConflictLone Wolf and Cub: The Final Conflict · 1993
Lone Wolf and Cub: The Final Conflict
7.51993
MovieActionThriller
A noble samurai serving the Shogun as 'Kogi Kaishaku-nin' (Official Executioner) is the target of a plot by the evil Yagyu Clan to take away his position and replace him with a member of their own family. When his wife is murdered and evidence is produced that he was plotting against the Shogun the Code of Bushido calls for him and his son to commit sepuku. Instead he defies the Shogun's orders and takes up arms against his enemies, becoming an assassin for hire.
Kagerō 4Kagerō 4 · 1998
Kagerō 4
1998
MovieCrimeDrama
In the Tosa in the early Showa era, the fourth series of Tempo active series that depicts the activity of the woman trainer involved in the conflict of two pairs of confrontation yakuza.
BuddhaBuddha · 1961
Buddha
10.01961
MovieDrama
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.
Zatoichi's RevengeZatoichi's Revenge · 1965
Zatoichi's Revenge
6.61965
MovieAdventureAction
Itinerant masseur and master swordsman, the blind Zatoichi, is near the village of his teacher, Hikonoichi, so he decides to visit. He learns of Hikonoichi's recent robbery and murder and the imprisonment of his virginal daughter, Osayo, in a brothel. Through friendship with Denroku, a local dice thrower and devoted father, Ichi uncovers an unholy alliance between the governor and the area strongman: among their scams is falsifying tax records to put farmers in debt, then forcing their daughters into prostitution at the boss's brothel. With help from Denroku's daughter, Otsuru, Ichi comforts Osayo until he can provoke showdowns with the villains and their henchmen.
The Blind MenaceThe Blind Menace · 1960
The Blind Menace
6.91960
MovieDrama
This is the story of a blind masseur who tricks people, steals, and kills; he is the anti-Zatoichi.
Samurai Justice: Assistance in a DuelSamurai Justice: Assistance in a Duel · 2004
Samurai Justice: Assistance in a Duel
2004
MovieDrama
The samurai Akiyama Daijiro is asked to help a young boy who tries to bring the man who murdered his father to justice. In the course of their quest they uncover a plot by one of the clan officials that could change the course of history.
Chichi kara no tegamiChichi kara no tegami · 2007
Chichi kara no tegami
2007
Movie
Inuzuka (Hirotaro Honda), who asked about Mamiko (Rei Dan)'s disappeared father, Shinkichi (Ren Osugi), and her lover, Keiichi (Tetta Sugimoto), was murdered. A "letter" from her disappeared father holds the key.
The Fir Trees RemainThe Fir Trees Remain · 1983
The Fir Trees Remain
1983
MovieHistoryDrama
The 21-year-old feudal on Sendai, Tsunamune Date, was prohibited to go out in the daytime for his misbehavior during his short stay in Edo. On the next day, his 4 attendants were killed one after another. Sakai Utanokamike, the Rozyu, is turned out to be involved in this scheme, and the aim is to destroy the Date family. Tsunamune's brother Munekatsu Date who is willing to take over the family doesn't know the real purpose of Utanokami and helps him. Munesuku Harada gets to know the whole picture of the incident and takes action alone for the sake of protecting the Date family, leaving his own family. His lonely fight continues for 10 years and he got in danger in Utanokamike's house, and...
One Day in JanuaryOne Day in January · 2012
One Day in January
8.02012
Movie
Every year on the fourth of January, Shobei's soba restaurant serves "Sanada Soba"; soba noodles topped with grated spicy daikon radish. Even regulars refrain from coming to the restaurant because of the extra spicy soba. But on year, a stranger comes in and finishes the bowl, announcing that it tastes familiar. The man begins to visit every year on the 4th of January to eat Sanada Soba. Shobei develops a warm feeling towards the peculiar customer he interacts with once a year.
The Law of HellThe Law of Hell · 1982
The Law of Hell
1982
MovieDramaAction
At a restaurant called Anrakutei on an island is a wasteland surrounded by moat and swamp. The owner Ikuzo manages the restaurant with his daughter. It’s customers who have a dark past have utmost respect for Ikuzo. One day, a half-dead man Tomijiro comes to the restaurant. This is the beginning of Ikuzo’s terrible fight.
Kasajiro: Truncheon versus SwordKasajiro: Truncheon versus Sword · 1982
Kasajiro: Truncheon versus Sword
1982
MovieDramaCrime
A series of murders at Fukagawa lumberyard is tied to a grudge letter from the deceased Kansuke Tsukunamiya. Officer Kasajiro Sakane investigates the baffling case.
Shadow HuntersShadow Hunters · 1983
Shadow Hunters
8.01983
MovieDramaHistory
The government in Edo era is suffering from a financial crisis. It hires "Kage" to provoke the collapse of small hans (prefectures). "Kagekari" are people who were hired by Daimyos (mayors of local governments) to resist kage. The young mayor of Suwa Takashiwa, Tadamaru was assaulted by a kage on his way to Edo. Zyubei and Gennnosuke, the Kagekaris, try to carry injured Tadamaru to Edo.

TV Shows

Furuya Ikkou's Great Detective Kindaichi Kousuke SeriesFuruya Ikkou's Great Detective Kindaichi Kousuke Series · 1983
Furuya Ikkou's Great Detective Kindaichi Kousuke Series
7.01983
SeriesDramaMystery
MonkeyMonkey · 1978
Monkey
8.11978
SeriesComedy
Buddhist priest Tripitaka and his three disciples Monkey, Pigsy, and Sandy, travel from China to India to fetch the Buddhist scriptures. They have been sent by Buddha, and getting these scriptures will bring peace to the people of the world.
Unified ShadowsUnified Shadows · 1975
Unified Shadows
1975
SeriesDrama
During the Tenpo period, the three samurai under the command of the Nanba magistrate were responsible for handling exceptional cases. However, their true identities as shadow assassins were hidden because they were secretly sent to eliminate villains who had escaped punishment by the law.
Fateful Mountain PassFateful Mountain Pass · 1974
Fateful Mountain Pass
1974
Series
Akizuki Rokurōta was born as a child of Tokugawa Ieyasu, but since he is a twin with Tokugawa Iemitsu he is not allowed an official place within the Tokugawa family. Sent away as an adopted son, he continues his wandering journey. One day, he accidentally encounters Toyotomi Hideyori's son Toyotomi Hideya, his mother Katsura-no-miya Renko and their maidservant Sasaka, survivors of the Shogunate attack on Osaka Castle years before who are now fleeing from their refuge in Kyoto. The Tokugawa Shogunate and Yagyū clan are trying to capture or kill them, while on the other hand villains want to use them. Akizuki Rokurōta decides to protect them from both sides.
Tennō no RyōribanTennō no Ryōriban · 1980
Tennō no Ryōriban
8.01980
SeriesDrama
A biographical series about Tokuzō Akiyama, who served as the imperial cook, from his youth until he became the chief cook of the Ministry of the Imperial Household.
Yasei no ShōmeiYasei no Shōmei · 1979
Yasei no Shōmei
1979
SeriesCrimeMystery
A girl survives a massacre of villagers by Japanese soldiers in a remote mountain village, and a member of the Self-Defense Force who stumbled upon the scene of the massacre during training - this suspenseful drama depicts a huge conspiracy in the Tohoku region centered on these two people.
Fushoku no kōzōFushoku no kōzō · 1977
Fushoku no kōzō
1977
Series
A powerful trading company uses all means to obtain the uranium enrichment technology.
Sengoku Rock Hagure KibaSengoku Rock Hagure Kiba · 1973
Sengoku Rock Hagure Kiba
1973
SeriesDrama
Set in the Sengoku Period, a time of turmoil and upheaval, this action period drama follows the solitary life of Sae, the "Hagure Kiba," who takes on dangerous jobs for hire.
Momi no Ki wa Nokotta: RanshinMomi no Ki wa Nokotta: Ranshin · 1983
Momi no Ki wa Nokotta: Ranshin
1983
SeriesDrama
A human drama based on the "Date Riots".