Hiroshi Ookawa Trailers
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Hiroshi Ookawa was founder of Japanese film company Toei.
Most Popular Hiroshi Ookawa Trailers
Total trailers found: 66
Seven from Edo Trailer (1958)
30 April 1958
When Katsukawa, a low ranking vassal, learns that his greedy superior, Tatewaki, has hatched a plan to expand his territory, he and his comrades decide to take matters into their own hands.
The Ako Retainers Trailer (1961)
28 March 1961
Toei’s 10th anniversary film, featuring an all-star cast from the golden movie era of the 1960s. A famous story of the 47 loyal samurai.
The Bandits Trailer (1962)
27 May 1962
Friendship between an ambitious young thief and an artist during the Warring States period.
New Year Trip Trailer (1968)
03 January 1968
A comedy about a good-natured train conductor Shinsaku helping his old friend Miwako find her missing brother.
Tower of Lilies Trailer (1953)
09 January 1953
A group of Okinawan high school girls are drafted as nurses during the American invasion of the island.
The Conspirator Trailer (1961)
08 November 1961
Young lord Saburo Nobuyasu struggles to find comfort in life. His arranged marriage to Tokuhime, daughter of one-time family enemy Oda Nobunaga, provides little happiness.
An Actor's Revenge Trailer (1959)
25 December 1959
Nakamura Yukinojo gains popularity in Edo's kabuki scene as a handsome onnagata (a male actor who plays female roles).
Express Train Trailer (1967)
03 June 1967
Atsumi Kiyoshi, famous for his role in Torasan, stars as Aoki Goichi, a veteran train conductor who dedicates himself in providing quality service to his passengers.
Fall of the Shogun's Militia Trailer (1954)
22 November 1954
Kondo Isami, the “Devil” commander of the Shinsengumi was one of Japan’s greatest national heroes and a peerless swordsman who devoted his life to protecting the shogun and fighting on the side of the Tokugawa.
The Sand City in Manchuria Trailer (1960)
24 August 1960
When the plague threatens a small town in Manchuria, a young doctor finds himself struggling to save the lives of his townspeople.
Gang Loyalty and Vengeance Trailer (1963)
20 October 1963
A modern gang version of Chushingura, chronicling almost scene for scene the Brave 47 Ronin story, transposed from the Genroku Period to the Showa Era.
Shimizu Port of Chivalry Trailer (1957)
03 January 1957
An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza.
Road of Chivalry Trailer (1960)
03 January 1960
While on the road, famed Yakuza Boss Jirocho is falsely accused of starting a peasant's uprising and chased by the law.
Kashima-nada no onna Trailer (1959)
07 October 1959
Drama about the lives of seasonal migrant workers in Kashima
Watari, the Ninja Boy Trailer (1966)
21 July 1966
Adapted from Sanpei Shirato's classic manga, a legend unfolds as Watari, a young boy skilled in ninjutsu, takes on the corruption inside the Iga clan and avenges many unjustly killed ninja by the acts of Sandayu Momochi's scheming vice-leader.
Human Torpedoes Trailer (1968)
03 January 1968
Story of loyal sailors giving their lives for their country as human torpedoes towards the end of the War.
Cold Rice, Osan, Chan Trailer (1965)
10 April 1965
Three stories revolve around independence, a man searching for his wife, and a poor craftsman trying to make money.
Raised in a Palace Trailer (1964)
23 September 1964
Set in the pleasure district of Kyoto, Tamiko (Yoshiko Mita, in her first lead role) is a young girl attending high school by day and training as a geisha at night She sees her future as an entertainer, not a prostitute, & she expects a happy marriage with a medical student, Yasuke (Katsuo Nakamura), a sweet fellow she deeply loves.
Secret of The Golden Spell Trailer (1958)
18 March 1958
One of Japan’s most popular folklore characters, Tange Sazen, the one-eyed and one-armed swordsman, must rescue the Yagyu clan from the treachery of a master plotting to take control over a sword fighting school.
A Spectacular Showdown Trailer (1959)
09 August 1959
One of the great stories from Japan’s rich history comes to life in this true tale of the bloody showdown between two rival yakuza gangs in the 1840’s.
Four Sisters Trailer (1962)
01 July 1962
A story about the lives of four sisters and their manipulative mother who must come to terms with each of their decisions in life.
Koto—The Lake of Tears Trailer (1966)
13 November 1966
A touching story following young shamisen string maker, Saku. Beautiful Saku moves to Lake Yogo, known for its production of quality shamisen strings, only to find her peaceful life turned upside down when a master musician takes personal interest in her.
Tokaido Fullhouse Trailer (1963)
03 January 1963
When Kanbe Nagakichi has his turf taken over by Ano-Toku, the father-in-law of his sworn brother Kira Nikichi sets in motion one of the most violent gang battles in Japanese history.
Traveling in Party Trailer (1967)
12 November 1967
A comedy about Hikoichi, a mediocre train conductor who falls in love with a beautiful widow Sayuri.
Horus: Prince of the Sun Trailer (1968)
24 July 1968
Young Horus lives in a mythical Scandinavia of the Iron Age. Recovering the stolen Sword of the Sun from a rock giant, he learns he must travel to the lands of his ancestors, encountering the beautiful but enigmatic Hilda as his journey leads to a series of adventures.
Devotion to Railway Trailer (1960)
08 November 1960
A human drama of crew and passengers on a special express train named “Sakura” from Tokyo to Nagasaki.
G-Men in the Pacific Trailer (1962)
22 April 1962
G-men challenge a jewelry smuggling ring. The chase starts in Kyushu and continues to Kobe to Yokohama.
The Young Eagles of the Kamikaze Trailer (1968)
01 June 1968
The film is dedicated to the souls of flight school graduates killed in World War II. Young boys dream about becoming pilots and apply to flight schools.
Classmates Trailer (1967)
03 June 1967
A story of young students trained to become Kamikaze pilots in World War II.
The Orphan Brother Trailer (1961)
19 July 1961
After their father quarrels with local military men, Anju and Zushio are forced to flee, but they are captured and sold into slavery.
The Shogun’s Guard: Valor in Turbulence Trailer (1960)
10 July 1960
The stormy tale of the Shinsengumi is told from its birth by master filmmaker Sasaki Yasushi, with an all-star cast based on the original story by Shirai Kyoji.
The Last Kamikaze Trailer (1970)
29 October 1970
With World War II is coming to its end and Japan nearing defeat, Japanese military leaders step up suicide attacks on Allied ships.
With Songs in My Heart Trailer (1958)
10 September 1958
Sayuri, a young woman born to a simple life on a farm, moves to Tokyo to pursue a life long dream of becoming a singer.
A Fugitive from the Past Trailer (1965)
15 January 1965
Three robbers escape with loot from a heist before one of them kills the others. Their corpses wash up near the aftermath of a maritime calamity, provoking a policeman's interest.
The Christian Revolt Trailer (1962)
21 March 1962
In Tokugawa-era (1637) Shimabara, oppressed peasant Christians revolt against the shogunate with the aid of charismatic Christian rebel leader Shiro Amakusa.
Flying Phantom Ship Trailer (1969)
20 July 1969
Hayato's home city is under attack from a gigantic robot. His parents are lying dead in the rubble and the only remaining friend is his dog.
Miyamoto Musashi V: Musashi vs Kojiro Trailer (1965)
04 September 1965
The fifth and final installment with the build up of the epic battle between Sasaki Kojiro and Miyamoto Musashi.
Magic Boy Trailer (1959)
25 December 1959
Magically gifted boy Sasuke lives in peace, deep in the forest with his animal pals and Oyu, his elder sister.
No Stronger Swords Trailer (1959)
05 May 1959
Featuring some of the finest swordsmen ever to grace the silver screen, this Toei classic tells the story of a battle between the evil sword style called ”Otonashi” (The Silent Form) and the proper way of swordsmanship as promoted by such historical stalwarts as Shimada Toranosuke, and the mysterious Honda Sakon, who face off against a group masquerading as the lord of Mito and his traveling bodyguards Suke-san and Kaku-san.
Miyamoto Musashi Trailer (1961)
27 May 1961
In this first episode, we are introduced to Takezo, what Musashi used to be before he became the man of legend.
Ninja's Weapon Trailer (1956)
31 October 1956
During a time of war, Lord Ogata is betrayed by two of his closest vassals and killed by his enemy, Sarashina Danjo.
Officer Morgan and a Man of Mystery Trailer (1961)
13 August 1961
Detective Morgan and the Japanese police cooperate to unveil the truth of the mysterious death of Morgan’s friend in Arizona.
Alakazam the Great! Trailer (1960)
14 August 1960
A monkey king who learns the secrets of magic goes on a spree and causes no end of aggravation for the gods, who finally imprison him.
Rebellion Trailer (1957)
30 April 1957
In the mist of the warring age (Sengoku Era), the Kyushu based Hayato Clan is faced with a monumental battle to determine their survival.
A Carpenter and Children Trailer (1962)
10 June 1962
A carpenter, Shigetsugu, learns a lesson of love and humanity from five orphaned children and an affectionate woman named Oritsu.
The World of Hans Christian Andersen Trailer (1968)
19 March 1968
During his boyhood, young Hans Christian Andersen is exposed to the musical fairy-tale dream world by his Uncle Ole.
The Mad Fox Trailer (1962)
01 May 1962
A court fortune-teller loses his mind after a conspiracy leads to the death of his lover. Hope appears to be on the horizon after he becomes romantically involved with his dead lover's twin sister, but more complications arise thanks to a chance encounter with a clan of shape-shifters.
Souls in the Moonlight III Trailer (1959)
28 April 1959
Master swordsman, Tsukue Ryunosuke is confronted by the families of his victims. Will justice be served for the lost innocent lives? The conclusion of the famed Jidaigeki series is an amazing film, with a completely different perspective on the story from the later versions.
Bloody Spear at Mount Fuji Trailer (1955)
27 February 1955
Tragicomic road movie set during the Edo period. It follows a samurai, his two servants – including spear-carrier Genpachi – and the various people they meet on their journey, including a policeman in pursuit of a thief, a young child and a woman who is to be sold into prostitution.
Souls in the Moonlight II Trailer (1958)
20 April 1958
This is the second installment of the trilogy based on Japan’s greatest novel “The Great Bodhisattva Pass”, following the life and times of bloodthirsty samurai, Tsukue Ryunosuke.
A Story from Echigo Trailer (1964)
09 May 1964
A sake factory worker on holiday returns to his home town, where he rapes the wife of one of his co-workers in the forest.
Let's Dance Bon-Odori in Hawaii Trailer (1964)
01 August 1964
A young man longs to travel to Hawaii, the birthplace of his deceased father, against the wishes of his family, who are estranged from those relatives in Waikiki.
Memoir of Japanese Assassinations Trailer (1969)
15 October 1969
This anthology film consists of nine incidents in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when assassins changed the course of Japanese history.
Cyborg 009 Trailer (1966)
20 July 1966
Cyborg 009 movie based on the manga of the same name. Features 009's origin and an epic battle against Black Ghost and their evil robot forces.
Jack and the Witch Trailer (1967)
19 March 1967
Jack is a boy who lives with his animal friends Barnaby Bear, Dinah Dog, Squeeker Mouse and Phineas Fox.
Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka Trailer (1959)
13 September 1959
Chubei, the adopted son of an Osaka courier, falls desperately in love with the courtesan Umegawa. To prevent a wealthy client from purchasing her, he steals money from his employer to buy her freedom himself.
