Kenpu Renpeikan
Originally released in 1944. Kenpu Renpeikan is a history/drama film. directed by Kiyohiko Ushihara. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tsumasaburō Bandō, Shinobu Araki, and Tsushima Keiichiro
Synopsis
Near the end of the shogunate in Japan, Katsura Shogoro and his fellow samurai from the southwestern domain of Choshu enter the dojo of Saito Yakuro, the famed Shindo Munen Ryu swordsmen of Renpeikan in Edo. Katsura is initially not welcomed by the other, senior dojo followers. Undeterred, he focuses on improving his skill not only in swordsmanship but also learning how to repel the foreign British and American ships that threaten their domain.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 3, 1944
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tsumasaburō Bandō
as Katsura Kogoro
Shinobu Araki
as Saito Yakuro
Tsushima Keiichiro
as Shintaro
Mitsusaburō Ramon
as Utanosuke
Ryūnosuke Tsukigata
as Sagawa Hikokuro
Kusuo Abe
as Amano Hachiro
Kōichi Katsuragi
as Mito Noriaki
Shōzō Nanbu
as Yoshida Shoin
Seishiro Hara
as Katogi Tozo
Hiroshi Mizuno
as Iwakichi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenpu Renpeikan about?
Near the end of the shogunate in Japan, Katsura Shogoro and his fellow samurai from the southwestern domain of Choshu enter the dojo of Saito Yakuro, the famed Shindo Munen Ryu swordsmen of Renpeik...
Who directed Kenpu Renpeikan?
Kenpu Renpeikan was directed by Kiyohiko Ushihara.
How long is Kenpu Renpeikan?
Kenpu Renpeikan has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Kenpu Renpeikan released?
Kenpu Renpeikan was released on January 3, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kenpu Renpeikan?
The main cast of Kenpu Renpeikan includes Tsumasaburō Bandō, Shinobu Araki, Tsushima Keiichiro, Mitsusaburō Ramon, Ryūnosuke Tsukigata.