Genroku Taiheiki

Genroku Taiheiki

1975 · 1 season · 52 eps · Drama

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Created by Norio Nanjō

Network: NHK

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The InheritanceThe Inheritance · 1962
The Inheritance
7.31962
MovieDrama
A dying businessman intends to will ¥200 million to his three illegitimate children, but his associates scheme to take advantage of the situation.
The Third Shadow WarriorThe Third Shadow Warrior · 1963
The Third Shadow Warrior
7.21963
MovieDramaAction
In the mountain regions of Hida, the dreams of a peasant named Kyonosuke, who longed to be a samurai, come true when he becomes one of three doubles, of shadows, of Lord Yasutaka. After months of intense and cruel training, he faces his destiny when the Lord and the other two shadows are killed in battle and he must take on the role of Lord Yasutaka....
Ukyunosuke on PatrolUkyunosuke on Patrol · 1963
Ukyunosuke on Patrol
7.01963
MovieActionHistory
This is one of the most powerfully effective ninja films that dispenses with the silly magic of earlier efforts, and concentrates on an excellent story with expert fighting. Sena Denemon is the rarest of government officials, a man of integrity, sent on a mission to uncover the corruption that ran rampant during the Edo Period. Refusing bribes, and willing to put his life on the line to raise his son properly, heinfuriates the corrupt Inspectors; thus endangering his own life. Along with his two trusted vassals, he makes a brave effort to alert the Shogun to the plot which is being carried out. After the battle, his son Ichitaro joins the Chichibu ninja group in order to master fighting so he, too, can fight the forces which have brought about so much suffering.
Bushido: The Cruel Code of the SamuraiBushido: The Cruel Code of the Samurai · 1963
Bushido: The Cruel Code of the Samurai
6.81963
MovieHistoryDrama
After a salary-man's fiancée attempts suicide, he recounts his gruesome family history which saw generations of his ancestors suffer and sacrifice themselves for the sake of their cruel lords.
WhirlwindWhirlwind · 1964
Whirlwind
6.61964
MovieHistoryAction
Set at the end of the Siege of Osaka this film follows the exploits of several members of the defeated Toyotomi clan as they cope with the post battle chaos and the persecution of the Shogun's army. Five samurai decide on different fates when it becomes clear that their side is being destroyed. One wants to attack the enemy head on in a final honorable death. Another decides to commit hari-kiri but wants to find a glorious view to do it. His close friend, the "coward", just wants to run and give up the life of a samurai. The final two set their own castle on fire to garner favors from the enemy and therefore avert their own death during the massacre of all defeated soldiers as
Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji CutUkyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut · 1964
Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut
6.01964
MovieActionHistory
In this exciting sequel to the popular samurai-ninja movie Ukyunosuke On Patrol, his mission to avenge his father's death continues. His discovery of a mysterious note written by his father, Inspector Sena, held a clue to the inspector's murder 18 years ago. As Ukyunosuke continues further with his investigation into the conspiracy to uncover the truth behind his father's death, he must confront those eager to take his life. The great Okawa Hashizo shines in one of his signature roles bringing the ultimate conclusion of this epic tale of murder and revenge!
Stairs of EvilStairs of Evil · 1965
Stairs of Evil
1965
Movie
Iwao, , Kumagai, and Konishi broke into the safe containing the wages of the employees of Ato Industries and obtained a fortune large enough to live a life of leisure. They celebrated with Iwao’s woman, Rumiko. However, it was too early to celebrate. They decided not to use the money for six months to avoid suspicion and stored it in a safe. But one day, Konishi asked for his share of the money in advance, even if it meant receiving a smaller portion, igniting the dark flame of desire among Iwao and the others.
The 6th SuspectThe 6th Suspect · 1960
The 6th Suspect
1960
MovieCrime
Police investigate the murder of a private eye/blackmailer who had numerous enemies, including six prime suspects.
Another 47 Ronins: Genroku TaiheikiAnother 47 Ronins: Genroku Taiheiki · 1995
Another 47 Ronins: Genroku Taiheiki
1995
MovieDramaAction
In the 14th year of the Genroku period, Asano, the head carpenter of Edo Castle, attacked Kira, the master of ceremonies, with a sword, leading to Asano's forced suicide and Kira's punishment being overlooked. Over a year later in Edo city, Shimohashi Hyogo, a carefree ronin and the nephew of Yagyu Yoshitaka, is ordered by his uncle to investigate the activities of the Ako Ronin, a group sympathetic to Asano's cause. However, Hyogo, who sympathizes with the Ronin's plight, helps out in times of need, rescuing Oishi Kuranosuke and Horibe Yahei from danger. He also teams up with Yaenosuke, a newspaper publisher, and Otaki, a geisha, to plan an attack on Kira's estate.

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