Irezumi
"A mystery of obsession ... a film of exquisite beauty."
Originally released in 1982. Irezumi is a romance/drama film. directed by Yoichi Takabayashi.
Starring Tomisaburō Wakayama, Yūsuke Takita, and Naomi Shiraishi
Synopsis
To satisfy her lover's fetish for tattooed women, Akane agrees to have her body covered in eloborate tattoos by Kyogoro, an old craftsman. Kyogoro has developed a special technique, by which his assistant, Harutsune, keeps Katsuko's mind off the pain while Kyogoro does his work. After the work is done, Harutsune makes the shocking discovery of how Kyogoro mastered his technique.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 27, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irezumi about?
To satisfy her lover's fetish for tattooed women, Akane agrees to have her body covered in eloborate tattoos by Kyogoro, an old craftsman. Kyogoro has developed a special technique, by which his as...
Who directed Irezumi?
Irezumi was directed by Yoichi Takabayashi.
How long is Irezumi?
Irezumi has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Irezumi released?
Irezumi was released on November 27, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Irezumi?
The main cast of Irezumi includes Tomisaburō Wakayama, Yūsuke Takita, Naomi Shiraishi, Harue Kyō, Masaki Kyomoto.