Michimaro Otabe Trailers

The Edo Official and Apprentice Trailer (1959)

25 July 1959

It's an extravaganza of entertainment as famous magistrate in disguise, Toyama no Kinshiro attempts to confront the elusive thief known as the "Long-Sleeve Burglar".

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.

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.

Tears of Banishment Trailer (1967)

17 June 1967

Ninkyo with Kôji Tsuruta. An elderly yakuza brother tries to clear an underling’s name.

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3 Trailer (1960)

27 March 1960

The adventures of Aoi Shingo continue. Shingo is finally given permission to officially meet his father, the Shogun.

A Gambler's Certain Death Trailer (1969)

06 September 1969

Part 7 in the Gambling Den series. This time Koji Tsuruta is a gambler who feels sympathetic towards a woman whose naive husband is driven to a debt trap by a rotten gambling den owner (Tatsuo Endo) and his dishonest card dealer (Isamu Nagato).

Brothers'Code - The Back Relation Trailer (1968)

27 August 1968

Yakuza Kojima appeared in Yokkaichi in search of her mother who died when she was young. There he met Torajiro, a master of kendo, who had just left prison after slashing his adoptive father who stole his son's wife.

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.

Eight Brave Brothers Trailer (1959)

11 August 1959

One day, Yoshimi Satomi, the castle owner of Takita Castle in the country of Anbo, and his confidant Daisuke Kinba, on the way to hunt wild boars, felt sorry for a small dog that was about to be swallowed by a giant snake like a giant tree, and killed the serpent in a fierce battle and saved the puppy.

Withered Tree, the Adventures of Monjiro Trailer (1972)

21 June 1972

Kogarashi Monjiro is a lone samurai who agrees to take responsibility for a murder that his friend committed so that he can stay with his dying mother, with the expectation that his friend will confess and get him pardoned once she dies.

Shadow Over Fuji Trailer (1957)

29 October 1957

The year is 1805. Napoleon ruled Europe. Ienari is the 11th Tokugawa Shogun. An incident, which was an open official secret, took place on the foothills of Mt.

Virtue in Spades Trailer (1956)

03 May 1956

Adaptation of the novel by Kan Shimozawa.

Chivalrous Nature Trailer (1965)

01 August 1965

The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor Trailer (1971)

07 September 1971

The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor (関東兄弟仁義 仁侠) is a 1971 film directed by Buichi Saitō.

The Flower and the Dragon Trailer (1965)

20 November 1965

A story of manly life and the beauty of conjugal love. A story about a man and a woman establishing a family of longshoreman, centering on their love and struggle.

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.

Shingo's Final Duel Trailer (1964)

23 May 1964

After Aoi Shingo, the illegitimate son of Shogun Yoshimune has gained prominence as the finest swordsman in the land, he tries to lead a peaceful life with his mother far away from the seat of government in Edo.

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.

Gate of Youth Trailer (1981)

15 January 1981

The story of Shinsuke, a young man who lives through a stormy life as a poverty-stricken coal miner. Ranging from Shinsuke's infanthood to his mid-teens.

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.

Yagyu Chronicles 1: Secret Scrolls Trailer (1961)

01 March 1961

Two groups are after the legendary Yagyu Secret Scrolls. A princess of a disgraced clan and her loyal servant want it to clear their family's name.

Yakuza of Ina Trailer (1960)

23 February 1960

Tossing his hat in the air to pick a direction, Yataro the wanderer sets out on a journey of adventure, not knowing what tomorrow may bring.

The Pledge Trailer (1972)

30 July 1972

When Omuro Yahachi of the Omuro family is selected as Mutsumikai Soke's successor, the conflict between the Kitakyushu and Wakamatsu begins.

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.

Showdown of Men 4: Tetsu, the White Tiger Trailer (1968)

27 January 1968

Tetsu, is a honourable and noble yakuza caught in a conflict between rival clans, and obligations each has toward their yakuza boss and brothers.

Yagyu Chronicles 2: The Secret Sword Trailer (1961)

19 March 1961

This is the second film in the popular black and white series about the master swordsman, Yagyu Jubei.

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.

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 Bandits Trailer (1968)

21 May 1968

Action drama about a Japanese gangster in Manchuria circa 1932, who finally joins some Chinese mountain bandits.

Judo vs. Karate Trailer (1966)

30 October 1966

A story of friendship between a lone wolf judo expert and a youth.

Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance Trailer (1972)

15 January 1972

Official Shogunate executioner Ogami Itto has been framed for disloyalty to the Shogunate by the Yagyu clan, against whom he now is waging a one-man war, along with his infant son, Daigoro.

Bloodiest Flower Trailer (1971)

03 April 1971

A dramatic captivating tale tells of widowed Tei (Junko Fuji), she has become a coalmine operator and is determined to be successful despite mining being a predominately male domain.

The Decisive Power of Aikido Trailer (1975)

22 November 1975

It is about the life of Ueshiba - the founder of aikido. We can see how he decided to develop aikido and how he did it.

Eighteen Years in Prison Trailer (1967)

24 February 1967

A former soldier is caught working the black market and sent to prison while his partner escapes and goes on to become a gangster, but their paths cross again as they both fall in love with the same woman.

The Shogun's Vault II Trailer (1982)

19 March 1982

A mysterious thief called "Yami no Kiba" (Fang of Darkness), who sneaks into the residences of the shogunate one after another and steals the shogun's treasures, has been shaking the public authorities.

Japan's Don Trailer (1977)

22 January 1977

A yakuza leader must balance his violent tactics necessary for the rough streets of 1960s Tokyo with the domestic needs of his daughters.

Eleven Samurai Trailer (1967)

16 December 1967

The lord of the Oshi fief is killed by his trespassing neighbour, the cruel and despotic Nariatsu, son of the former Shogun.

Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart in Peril Trailer (1972)

30 December 1972

Ogami Itto is hired to kill a tattooed female assassin and battles Retsudo, head of the Yagyu clan, and his son Gunbei.

Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart to Hades Trailer (1972)

02 September 1972

Ogami Itto volunteers to be tortured by Yakuza in order to save a prostitute and is hired by their leader to kill an evil chamberlain.

The Karate 3 Trailer (1975)

15 January 1975

This is the third and final film of the ZA KARATE trilogy. Tadashi Yamashita reprises his role as the Karate World Champion.