Jazz Daimyo
Originally released in 1986. Jazz Daimyo is a music/comedy film. directed by Kihachi Okamoto. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ikko Furuya, Ichirō Zaitsu, and Ai Kanzaki
Synopsis
Shipwrecked African-American slaves arrive in the midst of Bakumatsu-era Japan; they soon carve out a niche in the market with their musical talents.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 19, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ikko Furuya
as Ryokatsu Kaigo
Ichirō Zaitsu
as Kurozaemon Ishide
Ai Kanzaki
as Princess Ayako
Mami Okamoto
as Princess Matsue
Taiji Tonoyama
as Gensai
Hirotaro Honda
as Monosuke Suzukawa
Masao Imafuku
as Gundayu
Shinji Ogawa
as Hachinohei Nakayama
Go Riju
as Kazuma Akasaka
Mickey Curtis
as Mexican Merchant (Almond)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
- Daiei Film
- Kihachi Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jazz Daimyo about?
Shipwrecked African-American slaves arrive in the midst of Bakumatsu-era Japan; they soon carve out a niche in the market with their musical talents.
Who directed Jazz Daimyo?
Jazz Daimyo was directed by Kihachi Okamoto.
How long is Jazz Daimyo?
Jazz Daimyo has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Jazz Daimyo released?
Jazz Daimyo was released on April 19, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jazz Daimyo?
The main cast of Jazz Daimyo includes Ikko Furuya, Ichirō Zaitsu, Ai Kanzaki, Mami Okamoto, Taiji Tonoyama.