Kenji Kusumoto Trailers
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Total trailers found: 130
Merciless Blade Part 2 Trailer (1953)
03 June 1953
The second film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass.
A Revengeful Raid Trailer (1962)
22 September 1962
In this tale of bravery and honor among the roving gamblers of old Japan, the heroic Jirocho, Boss of the Tokaido is called upon to help a young yakuza named Eijiro after he runs afoul of the new samurai officials who have taken over his hometown.
The Biggest Gamble Trailer (1969)
19 April 1969
When Honjo is selected as Kansai district's chairman, Iwasa of the rival gang asks Itsuki to do everything possible to have Honjo step down, which puts Itsuki between a rock and a hard place.
Clan Revival Trailer (1954)
27 April 1954
After the Onin War ended in 1477, Kyoto was left in ashes and the nation was in complete disorder. Bands of roving samurai called the "nobushi" terrorized the country under the leadership of Akagaki Genba and overthrew Mangetsu Castle in Tanba Province scattering the few survivors.
Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun Trailer (1959)
12 July 1959
After settling the matter of shogunal succession, the retired Old Lord of Mito finds himself in a sea of trouble when he gets involved in the succession of the Takamatsu clan.
Japan's Top Gangster Trailer (1973)
11 August 1973
A boy born in a poor village in Tokushima spends his days idly until a chance meeting sets him on the road to becoming boss of Japan's largest gang.
A Chivalrous Spirit Trailer (1958)
03 January 1958
An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza.
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 4 Trailer (1960)
16 April 1960
Aoi Shingo, a son of the Shogun, continues his travels seeking to further his mastery of the sword. In this final episode of the popular “Shingo’s Original Challenge” series, Shingo confronts his master’s killer in the ultimate test of his skill.
Fencing Master Trailer (1950)
26 August 1950
Swordfighting instructor Danpei works at a local theater in Tokyo, instructing the actors how to fight realistically.
Echo in the Mountains Trailer (1959)
20 September 1959
A man is brutally murdered and his famed shamisen (a three-stringed musical instrument) called the "Yamabiko" stolen.
Bored Hatamoto: The Daimonji Conspiracy Trailer (1959)
28 June 1959
Master swordsman and loyal vassal Saotome Mondonosuke goes on a mission to find a missing princess.
The Kingdom of Jirocho 1 Trailer (1963)
19 October 1963
The tale of real-life Yakuza boss Shimizu Jirocho is told from his earliest beginnings as a gambler on the road as he forms his gang and sets out on the path to fame and fortune.
Code Between Brothers 2 Trailer (1966)
13 August 1966
The services of a wandering gambler, Seiji, are called upon to protect the turf of his loyal friend Risaburo.
The Abandoned Swords Trailer (1958)
01 October 1958
Best friends Gentaro and Sanpei become fateful enemies when Sanpei steals a secret document revealing the identity of the chosen successor to the Tokugawa Shogun.
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.
A Lively Geisha Trailer (1970)
01 August 1970
Young geisha Koshizu's wish of reuniting with the man, Yukichi, who helped her ten years ago comes true.
Sword of Destiny Trailer (1960)
11 December 1960
When master swordsman Mikogami Genshiro of the Ono fencing school returns to find that his ailing sensei has been murdered in the dead of night, he must find the culprit and exact revenge.
A Scarred Life 2: Blood Will Tell Trailer (1972)
22 January 1972
President of the territorial yakuza organization is being manipulated by a crooked leader in the military and some capitalists Ishikiri.
Mighty Shosuke Trailer (1960)
09 October 1960
A comedy about a free-spirited man Shosuke, whose life is turned upside down when he is ordered to serve the clan lord.
The Pirates Trailer (1960)
18 September 1960
Finding more freedom on the high seas than in war-torn Japan, the 'Bahansen' (Pirate ships) based on the Seto Inland Sea during the Warring Period (Sengoku-jidai)sailed to China, Korea, Luzon, and Siam under the Hachiman banner.
Sasaki Kojiro, Part 2 Trailer (1957)
05 November 1957
The conclusion of the story of famed swordsman, Sasaki Kojiro. After surviving a series of daring adventures, Kojiro seems to have finally discovered the ultimate happiness in life when he is reunited with Tone, the love of his life.
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.
20 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 1 Trailer (1961)
03 January 1961
With plenty of action, and a strong story about the growth and development of an expert swordsman, who just happens to be from an extremely privileged background.
Scoundrel Trailer (1968)
05 March 1968
Shimamura is a violent street thug who joins the yakuza & is merciless & unscrupulous on his rise, lacking any sense of either duty or chivalry.
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.
Warrior of the Wind Trailer (1964)
15 January 1964
A suspenseful Ninja fantasy based on Shiba Ryotaro's novel, woven with the mysterious fate and romance of Shinzo and a beautiful Princess who find themselves at the center of an intrigue surrounding the legendary land of Yasurai in the mountains of Kumano.
53 Stages of the Road Trailer (1959)
18 October 1959
An Edo appointed official Baba must ensure the safe delivery of shogunate funds to Kyoto.
A Modern Yakuza: Three Decoy Blood Brothers Trailer (1971)
19 November 1971
When a large crime syndicate seeks to invade Gifu's underworld, three brothers and their yakuza family are the only ones that stand in their way.
The South Sea Wolf Trailer (1961)
09 July 1961
Namie's in trouble again, getting snatched by an evil gang in search of treasure. Kirimaru sets out to rescue his sweetheart, and falls in with a band of pirates who are also hunting the hidden stash.
The Red Shadow Trailer (1961)
24 December 1961
Fifteen years after Ishida Mitsunari lost in the battle of Sekigahara, Tokugawa Ieyasu foresees his unavoidable battle with Toyotomi Hideyori and goes into Fushimi Castle.
Return of the One-Armed Swordsman Trailer (1960)
15 January 1960
The legendary one-eyed one-armed swordsman Tange Sazen is back to aid a Magistrate in his efforts to steal bribe money on its way to Edo for the benefit to poor farmers.
Bakeneko: A Vengeful Spirit Trailer (1968)
12 July 1968
Nabeshima Naoshige murders his lord, Ryuzoji Takafusa, seeking to gain power and steal his Lord’s wife.
The Forbidden Castle Trailer (1959)
24 February 1959
From an original story by Shibata Renzaburo, the novelist who created such classics as: the "Nemuri Kyoshiro" series (Son of the Black Mass), "Destiny’s Son" etc.
Third Generation Boss Trailer (1974)
10 August 1974
Based on Kazuo Taoka's autobiography, this film follows a Kobe gangster as he builds the small Yamaguchi-gumi into Japan's largest criminal clan.
Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Coral Mansion Trailer (1962)
23 January 1962
Bored Hatamoto movie #29
The Tattooed Hitman Trailer (1974)
27 April 1974
The most dangerous hired gun in Kyushu's underworld has managed to trigger a vicious gang war, and now, there's a contract on his life.
The Yagyu Military Art: The Buried Conspiracy Trailer (1963)
07 August 1963
Yagyu Jubei must protect the Yagyu scroll that holds the secret of the infamous assassination plotted by the Tokugawa government 30 years ago.
Bohachi Bushido: The Villain Trailer (1974)
02 February 1974
The Bohachi Clan, the most vile, corrupt organization with ties deep in the Shogunate, have controlled the flesh trade in Japan for generations.
The Bandits Trailer (1968)
21 May 1968
Action drama about a Japanese gangster in Manchuria circa 1932, who finally joins some Chinese mountain bandits.
The Yagyu Military Art: The One-Eyed Ninja Trailer (1963)
21 December 1963
The famed ninja Yagyu Jubei fights to suppress a coup d’etat plotted against Tokugawa Shogunate.
Fine Man Trailer (1961)
11 June 1961
A young son of a master of the Kuwana clan gets disowned for his rebellious behavior. After he goes from the mountains to the ocean defeating the evil, he becomes a fine man.
Hawk of the North Trailer (1959)
25 May 1959
During the latter part of the 16th Century, Japan's Warring States era was coming to a close. After crushing almost all of his enemies, Date Masamune aka the "Hawk of the North" sets his eyes on Hatakeyama's lands.
Hoodlum Match Trailer (1965)
13 February 1965
A good set-in-per-WW2 ninkyô type film with outstanding performances.
Revenge for His Lover Trailer (1962)
11 November 1962
Kamio a mistreated samurai clerk of Edo Castle and ronin (“Sir Quarrel”) Ibara, take up a vendetta against 17 wicked castle men.
Code of Wolves Trailer (1974)
05 October 1974
In gangster-infested 1920s Yokohama, gambler Ishiguro gets in with the local gang -- but his view of life changes after the Great Kanto Earthquake.
Seventeen Ninja Trailer (1963)
06 July 1963
As the Shogun lays dying, seventeen Iga clan ninja are sent to infiltrate the impenetrable fortress where his youngest son is preparing to storm Edo Castle and name himself Shogun by force of arms.
