The Yakuza Principal

The Yakuza Principal

2007 · 73 min · ★ 8.0 · Comedy

Junji, the protagonist of FM89.3MHz, must become the principal of a nursery school in Kabukicho after the death of Okawa Clan's boss.

Directed by Hajime Gonno · Written by Masao Iketani

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