Naoko Kawai

The crescent shaped scar on his forehead is a license given him by the Shogun to kill anyone he deems to be a villain. A strong performance that reflects well upon his father, with interesting stories, these films are required viewing. When Saotome hears rumors of a Daimyo's plot to overthrow the Shogun, he launches an investigation. With the help of his sister Kikuji, his stewart, Kinai and a mysterious woman they begin to unravel the web of treachery.

Bored Hatamoto film

A murder occurs at the hotel where the detective father's arranged marriage meeting was held. The amateur detective daughter and her useless detective father team up to investigate. The second instalment in the ‘Beautiful Office Lady Detective and the Window-Side Detective’ series

A historical drama about the days of youth of the famous yakuza boss, the protector of ordinary people Chuji Kunisada. The film was made to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Kinya Kitaoji's acting career.