Tetsunosuke Tsukigata

Acting

Tetsunosuke Tsukigata

Born February 15, 1926 · Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Died September 26, 2009 · aged 83

No biography available.

Known For

Tales of Young Genji KuroTales of Young Genji Kuro · 1957
Tales of Young Genji Kuro
7.01957
MovieAction
Genji Kurô is a master swordsman and entrusted with protecting the ancient sword Kaen by the Otsubo family.
Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of PassageHanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage · 1960
Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage
6.01960
MovieDrama
A kindhearted wandering gambler named Hajiro gets involved in a crisis of a village as he passes through and decides to lend a sword in hopes to rescue them.
Bored Hatamoto: Idle Vassal TributeBored Hatamoto: Idle Vassal Tribute · 1958
Bored Hatamoto: Idle Vassal Tribute
5.51958
MovieActionDrama
Master swordsman and loyal 'Hatamoto' (direct vassal to the Shogun), Saotome Mondonosuke, is sent to investigate an intrigue centering on the Date Clan. The 300th film in the long and illustrious career of Ichikawa Utaemon, one of the most popular Japanese film stars of the period; it brought out an all-star cast as well.
Girl with the Fire BannerGirl with the Fire Banner · 1958
Girl with the Fire Banner
5.01958
Movie
Fearless girl firefighter Oharu and skilled firefighter Shintaro battle against their evil rivals who threaten to take over Oharu’s family’s turf.
Travels of Lord Mito Pt.10: Demon NarutoTravels of Lord Mito Pt.10: Demon Naruto · 1956
Travels of Lord Mito Pt.10: Demon Naruto
6.61956
MovieDramaMystery
10th film in the series about Lord Mito. This time, Lord Mito uncovers a conspiracy in Naruto.
Knightly AdviceKnightly Advice · 1962
Knightly Advice
7.01962
MovieDramaHistory
Lady Sen and HideyoriLady Sen and Hideyori · 1962
Lady Sen and Hideyori
8.01962
MovieDrama
From the late 1500's through the founding of the Tokugawa Shogunate many battles were fought as the great warlords vied for power over the nation. Princess Sen, a daughter of Tokugawa Ieyasu, is caught amidst the family feud between the Tokugawa and Toyotomi families. When her father Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu attacks her husband Toyotomi Hideyori's castle, her life takes a sudden turn for the worse. Will she ever find peace in her life again? One of Hibari Misora's most memorable performances, a movie you will never forget!
Warrior of the WindWarrior of the Wind · 1964
Warrior of the Wind
7.11964
MovieHistoryDrama
A suspenseful Ninja fantasy based on Shiba Ryotaro's novel, woven with the mysterious fate and romance of Shinzo and a beautiful Princess who find themselves at the center of an intrigue surrounding the legendary land of Yasurai in the mountains of Kumano. Hidden gold, the love of a beautiful Princess, and the approaching evil sword all contribute in bringing you a Ninja action thriller that only the legendary actor Okawa Hashizo and the genius director Kato Tai could produce!

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Ishimatsu: the One-Eyed AvengerIshimatsu: the One-Eyed Avenger · 1960
Ishimatsu: the One-Eyed Avenger
7.51960
MovieActionComedy
Some of the finest jidai-geki actors appear in this exciting and entertaining tale of intrigue and action in old Japan. Teaming up the ever-popular Misora Hibari with the greatest samurai action hero of all-time Wakayama Tomisaburo is a brilliant stoke of casting. Hibari takes on the role of Mori no Ishimatsu, a young man who gets involved with real-life Yakuza legend, Shimizu no Jirocho, 'Boss of the Tokaido'. Ishimatsu manages to interfere with a dispute between the Shimizu and their competition, the Marugame family, even going so far as to become an avenger's assistant. It's not the first time Hibari has played a man in a film (also in Benten Kozo), and her acting skills are at their best as she mixes in a bit of humor along with excellent swordplay. Wakayama Tomisaburo, as always, gives an outstanding performance as the powerful and beloved Yakuza Boss Jirocho.
Souls in the Moonlight IIISouls in the Moonlight III · 1959
Souls in the Moonlight III
6.61959
MovieDrama
Master swordsman, Tsukue Ryunosuke is confronted by the families of his victims. Will justice be served for the lost innocent lives? The conclusion of the famed Jidaigeki series is an amazing film, with a completely different perspective on the story from the later versions. While the international audience is more familiar with the “Sword of Doom” and “Satan’s Sword” versions of Daibosatsu Toge (The Great Bodhisattva Pass), the “Souls in the Moonlight” trilogy casts an entirely different light on Ryunosuke and his motives. Can this brutal killer be brought to justice, or is living his life as a blind wanderer a more terrible fate? His sword skills have not diminished, nor has his desire to kill!
Restoration FireRestoration Fire · 1961
Restoration Fire
7.01961
MovieDramaHistory
Megastar Kataoka Chiezo is Vice-commander Hijikata Toshizo of the Shinsengumi in this realistic tale of Japan’s inner battles that led to the downfall of the Tokugawa shogunate. Excellent performances and extremely good swordplay highlight this glimpse into the heart and soul of Japanese history. Although known as “Razor Blade” Hijikata, the vice-commander is a man of deep conviction with a little-known sense of humanity. Starting after the famed Ikedaya Incident, in which they saved Kyoto from Choshu’s plot to burn the city to ashes, they work hard to change the public’s view of them as merciless killers to their true mission of protecting the shogun. This is an extraordinary tale of blood and guts! From the pen of award winning author Shotaro Ikenami (Bandit Vs. Samurai, Hunter in the Dark, Misumi's The Last Samurai)
A Spectacular ShowdownA Spectacular Showdown · 1959
A Spectacular Showdown
6.31959
MovieAction
One of the great stories from Japan’s rich history comes to life in this true tale of the bloody showdown between two rival yakuza gangs in the 1840’s. The battle between Boss Sukegoro of Iioka and Boss Shigezo of Sasagawa has been portrayed many times, most notably in the first Zatoichi film, where the blind man befriends the tubercular ronin Hirate Miki, before cutting him down in one of the great duels in cinema history. This all-star extravaganza pulls out all the stops, with appearances by virtually all of the great actors and actresses from Toei’s studio at the time. Ichikawa Utaemon’s portrayal of the kind-hearted, noble yakuza boss Shigezo of Sasagawa contrasts sharply with the devious Sukegoro of Iioka. Corrupt as he may have been, his men were all willing to give up their lives for him.