Acting
Kanbi Fujiyama
Born June 15, 1929 · Nishi-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Died May 21, 1990 · aged 60
No biography available.
Known For
Black Thief · 1964Black Thief
★ 7.51964
MovieAction
Organized thieves battle against the Shogun’s ruthless ruling in attempt to get back their land.
The Gambler · 1965The Gambler
1965
MovieCrime
A crime film released in 1965
Debt of Honor · 1966Debt of Honor
1966
Movie
A hobo exposes the misdeeds of a new yakuza.
Flames of Blood · 1981Flames of Blood
★ 8.01981
MovieActionDrama
The story follows the chance meeting between Senkichi, a wandering gambler on the run, and Orin, a blind musician who offers him kindness and shelter. As their lives become intertwined, they attempt to find a sense of peace and domesticity while caught in the crossfire of the violent Bakumatsu revolution.
A Scarred Life · 1971A Scarred Life
★ 8.01971
MovieDrama
Set in Osaka, during the devastated time of post-war Japan, this is a tale of the yakuza who set about rebuilding after the death of their Oyabun (big boss). Battles erupt as tempers explode as someone seeks to fill the seat of power.
Path of Japanese Chivalry: Story of All-Out Attack · 1975Path of Japanese Chivalry: Story of All-Out Attack
★ 10.01975
MovieCrimeAction
Toei studios last ninkyo eiga of the 70's.
Gambler's World · 1967Gambler's World
1967
Movie
Seven Gamblers · 1966Seven Gamblers
★ 6.51966
Movie
Hanjiro, a one eyed vagrant arrives in Okinoshima to save the town from a violent Yakuza group with the help of six handicapped guys.
Movies
Black Thief · 1964Black Thief
★ 7.51964
MovieAction
Organized thieves battle against the Shogun’s ruthless ruling in attempt to get back their land.
The Gambler · 1965The Gambler
1965
MovieCrime
A crime film released in 1965
Debt of Honor · 1966Debt of Honor
1966
Movie
A hobo exposes the misdeeds of a new yakuza.
Flames of Blood · 1981Flames of Blood
★ 8.01981
MovieActionDrama
The story follows the chance meeting between Senkichi, a wandering gambler on the run, and Orin, a blind musician who offers him kindness and shelter. As their lives become intertwined, they attempt to find a sense of peace and domesticity while caught in the crossfire of the violent Bakumatsu revolution.
A Scarred Life · 1971A Scarred Life
★ 8.01971
MovieDrama
Set in Osaka, during the devastated time of post-war Japan, this is a tale of the yakuza who set about rebuilding after the death of their Oyabun (big boss). Battles erupt as tempers explode as someone seeks to fill the seat of power.
Path of Japanese Chivalry: Story of All-Out Attack · 1975Path of Japanese Chivalry: Story of All-Out Attack
★ 10.01975
MovieCrimeAction
Toei studios last ninkyo eiga of the 70's.
Gambler's World · 1967Gambler's World
1967
Movie
Seven Gamblers · 1966Seven Gamblers
★ 6.51966
Movie
Hanjiro, a one eyed vagrant arrives in Okinoshima to save the town from a violent Yakuza group with the help of six handicapped guys.
Yakuza of the Present · 1973Yakuza of the Present
★ 7.01973
MovieCrimeDrama
In the roaring 1970s, a man who has left the world of the yakuza to become the owner of a sushi restaurant decides to rise up again when he sees his former family being overrun by a modern yakuza group from the Kansai region.
Final Take: The Golden Age of Movies · 1986Final Take: The Golden Age of Movies
★ 6.61986
MovieDrama
Director Ogata discovers a new female star in Koharu Tanaka, who works selling candy at a studio theater and she is given a part as a bit player. After the studio's top leading lady is embroiled in a scandal, Koharu is suddenly thrust into the limelight when she replaces her in a film and gains instant fame and fortune. But the going is not always easy, and she soon seeks help from unexpected quarters.
Onna no hashi · 1961Onna no hashi
1961
Movie
Murder Unincorporated · 1965Murder Unincorporated
★ 6.51965
MovieComedyAction
When the mysterious “Joe of Spades” (Jo Shishido) executes one of the bosses of a powerful syndicate, his colleagues, fearing for their own lives, call on the services of assassin agency Murder Unincorporated to take care of the problem. This unique entry showcases some of the most peculiar killing tactics to ever hit Japanese cinema!
Gamblers and Racketeers · 1964Gamblers and Racketeers
★ 10.01964
MovieCrimeDrama
Komatsu Takioka is boss of a Yakuza group rival to Masakichi Kijima boss of the Kikuya group which supports the town vendors unlike Takioka, who will stop at nothing to undermine the vendors and take over the territory. Masakichi will do all he can to protect and support the people. Ryutaro Kijima is senior son to Masakichi, though disowned, he keeps interest in the family from a distance. He will be there for his father and his hot tempered younger brother Katsuo, if they should need his loyal help.
The Honest Fool · 1964The Honest Fool
★ 8.01964
MovieComedyDrama
Yasugoro, goes to live in a quiet town where he falls in love with the priest's daughter-in-law. His does not declare his love because she is married, but he goes on a mission to please her, and is blinded. Then her husband dies and she remarries before Yasugoro can confess his love.
Wicked Priest · 1968Wicked Priest
★ 6.21968
MovieDrama
During the Taisho Period (early 1920's) a monastery of warrior monks was split apart between two factions. One of these factions was led by the Chief Abbot and his protege, Shinkai. When Shinkai intercedes in a fight between a rival priest and some ruffians it leads to his expulsion from the order. This story introduced us to the character of Shinkai, a "Karate Priest" and his long running feud with Ryotatsu, his greatest rival. There are touches of humor as Shinkai breaks all the commandments of a priest, including fighting, gambling, and running after women. All this leads to an awesome conclusion as he must destroy a gang of yakuza aided by corrupt priests. The fighting is fast and furious as Ryotatsu waits to see if Shinkai can live long enough to face him in the ultimate test! /Winterheart of CG
Irogotoshi harudanji · 1965Irogotoshi harudanji
1965
Movie
Set in Osaka’s lively entertainment district, the film follows a rakugo performer whose unconventional style makes him a rising star. Despite his growing fame, his heavy drinking and constant affairs create turmoil in both his career and personal life. As the people around him struggle with the consequences of his reckless behavior, he is forced to confront the cost of the life he has chosen.
Human Torpedoes · 1968Human Torpedoes
★ 7.01968
MovieWarDrama
Story of loyal sailors giving their lives for their country as human torpedoes towards the end of the War.
Samurai Geisha · 1969Samurai Geisha
★ 7.51969
MovieDramaCrime
Popular geisha Shinji (Fuji Junko) must defy a gang who plot to steal a lucrative coal business from struggling miners during the turbulent Meiji Era. A stellar all-star cast, a thrilling story, and Takakura Ken's violent swordplay, make this a classic Yakuza movie!
To Your Majesty, The Emperor 2 · 1964To Your Majesty, The Emperor 2
1964
MovieComedyWar
Based on Muneta Hiroshi's military novel. The main character, Yamaguchi Zensuke, is a military dog soldier. He joins the army and winds up sent overseas to China as a part of the military dog unit. He's ridiculed by others due to his inability to advance.
Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Game · 1969Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Game
★ 7.31969
MovieActionCrime
The third chapter of the ‘Red Peony Gambler’ saga depicts the happiness and sadness of Red Peony Oryu’s life as she seals her femininity with a red peony tattoo and lives in world of chivalry and honor of the yakuza. This story takes place in the middle of the Meiji era in Nagoya. Oryu is wandering the country, training herself to reinstate her family name. With a written recommendation from Kumatora, she appears at the door of the Nishinomaru family. At the same time, the family is preparing for the gambling competition at the Netsuda Shrine Festival, which they have been hosting for generations. Meanwhile, the crooked Kinbara family is plotting to take over the competition. And now Oryu is forced to get involved in the struggle…
Blood of Revenge · 1965Blood of Revenge
★ 6.71965
MovieAction
Osaka, 1907: Asajiro lives between a rock and a hard place: he has to keep his business clean and running, tame his late oyabun’s hot-blooded son and suffer the throes of his impossible love for beautiful geisha Hatsue.
Industrial Spy · 1968Industrial Spy
★ 6.31968
MovieThriller
Kogure, an industrial spy, is tasked by Sawada, head of the research department of the Nisshin Corporation, to learn the secrets of the design of a new engine invented by a rival company. Kogure manages to obtain the secrets, but Sawada's goal was not the secrets themselves, but to use them to obtain the position of president of the company. Angered by Sawada's dirty tricks, Kigure begins to take revenge.
The Kanto Scarlet Cherry Gang · 1972The Kanto Scarlet Cherry Gang
★ 6.81972
MovieActionCrime
The Ni Family is the most well know and respected group of firefighters in the Kanto region. When their leader dies and the successor disappears, Tsuruji, a beautiful yet tough geisha, becomes the boss. But will she be able to confront a yakuza gang trying to take over the area?
A Lively Geisha · 1970A Lively Geisha
★ 6.31970
MovieDramaCrime
Young geisha Koshizu's wish of reuniting with the man, Yukichi, who helped her ten years ago comes true. When she learns of the trouble Yukichi's business is facing, she stands ready to come to his aid, and thus repay a debt that's long overdue.