Sonosuke Sawamura Movie Trailers
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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".
Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage Trailer (1960)
29 May 1960
A kindhearted wandering gambler named Hajiro gets involved in a crisis of a village as he passes through and decides to lend a sword in hopes to rescue them.
Lucky Adventurer Nobunaga Oda Trailer (1959)
25 October 1959
Oda Nobunaga (1534–1582) was a major daimyo during the Warring State period of Japanese history. He was the second son of Oda Nobuhide, a deputy military governor with land holdings in Owari province.
Tange Sazen: Mystery of the Twin Dragons Trailer (1959)
03 January 1959
In this film in the long running series, Tange Sazen and his friends are asked to guard a dragon-shaped incense burner that holds the key to hidden treasures.
Mask of the Moon Trailer (1961)
25 April 1961
Young swordsman, Tsukigata Hanpeita, longs for the day when rival clans cease their struggles for power and put an end to meaningless feudal wars.
Young Lord Yakuza Trailer (1961)
11 June 1961
Young Lord Taihei goes to Edo to find the lost family treasure, a plover incense burner, under the disguise of a ronin.
The Living Koheiji Trailer (1957)
04 August 1957
The actor Koheiji is terribly in love with the wife of his best friend, the playwright Takuro; to get her, he would even kill Takuro.
Detective Hibari: Case of the Golden Hairpins Trailer (1958)
01 April 1958
Oshichi, a famous girl detective, takes it upon herself to investigate the murder of a woman which occurs during an event for the festival of Asakusa Shrine.
Casebooks of Detective Umon: The Incident of the Fawn-Pattern Cloth Trailer (1952)
03 January 1952
Period film about the legendary detective Umon
Diary of Good Conduct Matashiro: A beautiful bat Trailer (1961)
05 April 1961
Rampant ronin Matashiro Sasai, finds himself embroiled in serious unrest after he rescues a geisha who is being kidnapped by a group of ronin.
Blind Monk Swordsman Trailer (1964)
20 June 1964
This is the story of a bad man who re-discovering humanity via woman and child while clashing with the yakuza and being hunted by a man called “Death” who has his own dark past.
Heiji, the Detective Trailer (1967)
10 October 1967
Famous for his coin tossing when capturing criminals, an Edo detective, Heiji, launches an investigation into the mysterious murder of his friend Seigoro.
Bride of Peacock Castle Trailer (1959)
08 April 1959
Princess Kazu, the daughter of Shogun Ienari, is sent to marry Matsudaira Nobunao, master of Peacock castle in Kozuke province, a domain of 17,000 koku.
The Lone Journey Trailer (1955)
31 August 1955
Forced on the road by yakuza obligations, a man sets out on a reckless journey to Tsumagoi. Movie posters for local cinemas were often displayed at sento (public baths) too.
The Curse of the Ghost Trailer (1969)
28 June 1969
About 1786 the doings of a demented lord results in many masterless samurai, including Iyemon (Kei Sato) who is used to luxury and cannot adjust to the hand-to-mouth conditions & piecework of umbrella making.
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).
Sasaki Kojiro Trailer (1957)
22 October 1957
Ronin Sasaki Kojiro pursues his ultimate goal of becoming a master swordsman. Along the way he encounters another great swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi.
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.
Ninjutsu tsukai to sannin musume: onna kitsune henka Trailer (1961)
02 July 1961
1961 Japanese movie
Isshin Tasuke: A Man Among Men Trailer (1959)
29 November 1959
In the third entry into this mega-hit series, Isshin Tasuke, a spirited fishmonger in Edo who looks just like Shogun Iemitsu undergoes a series of unforeseen troubles in his newly wedded life.
The Lonely Swordsman (Part 1) Trailer (1956)
26 December 1956
Historical drama about a sleepy-eyed ronin.
Paper Crane Palanquin Trailer (1960)
05 July 1960
The death of a samurai in a palanquin leads girl detective Oshichi to take action to crush a plot to overthrow the Shogunate.
Case of Umon: One-Eyed Wolf Trailer (1959)
03 March 1959
Five swordsmen are murdered and hung from a tree and the chase is on to find the killers. Two magistrates pursue the leads to solve the crime and it leads to a potential conspiracy to kill the Shogun.
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 Martial Crowd Trailer (1958)
03 June 1958
As a result of a superstitious belief that twins bring bad luck to the family, newborn twin princesses are separated.
Case of Umon: Hell’s Windmill Trailer (1960)
01 March 1960
Umon’s services are called upon when innocent bystanders, Kayo and Minokichi, along with the ronin, Gontaro are mistakenly identified as suspects in several recent murder cases.
Sleepy Eyes of Death 1: The Chinese Jade Trailer (1963)
02 November 1963
Nemuri Kyoshiro, a youthful and cynical ronin with unparalleled skill, is approached by both sides in a game of corruption, ambition, and double crosses.
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.
The Tale of Zatoichi Continues Trailer (1962)
12 October 1962
Returning to the village where a year before he had killed Hirate, a much-admired opponent, Zatoichi encounters another swordsman and former rival in love.
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.
Yasubei Nakayama Trailer (1951)
31 March 1951
Jidai-geki about the life of Yasubei Nakayama, a famous ronin who did participate in the revenge agaa
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.
Isshin Tasuke: A World in Danger Trailer (1958)
22 October 1958
Tasuke stumbles across Kokichi, a distraught man whom having lost his fiancee to Lord Kawakatsu is ready to commit suicide.
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.
20 Duels of Young Shingo, Part 2 Trailer (1961)
09 July 1961
The second film in the 20 Duels of Young Shingo trilogy directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda.
The Shogun and the Fishmonger Trailer (1961)
03 January 1961
Fishmonger Tasuke and Shogun Iemitsu swap their identities in pretence for the protection of Iemitsu.
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.
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.
The Swishing Sword Trailer (1958)
03 August 1958
A beautiful girl who seeks revenge, disguises herself by dressing up in men's clothes, geisha, etc. A young swordsman helps her uncover the plot and take revenge.
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.
Zatoichi's Revenge Trailer (1965)
03 April 1965
Itinerant masseur and master swordsman, the blind Zatoichi, is near the village of his teacher, Hikonoichi, so he decides to visit.
Invisible Man Trailer (1954)
29 December 1954
When an invisible man is run down by a car it’s up to an eager young reporter and a strange clown to bring a dangerous gang to justice.
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.
Riverside Fish Market Empire Trailer (1952)
14 March 1952
Obscure Japanese movie by director Kyotaro Namiki
Ooka Seidan: Devil Image Trailer (1960)
22 May 1960
Magistrate Ooka and a samurai fight against evil forces.
Godzilla Raids Again Trailer (1955)
24 April 1955
Two fishing scout pilots make a horrifying discovery when they encounter a second Godzilla alongside a new monster named Anguirus.
Gentle Breeze Trailer (1959)
07 July 1959
A young, feisty woman named Osome searches for her true love in the midst of a family crisis.
Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Coral Mansion Trailer (1962)
23 January 1962
Bored Hatamoto movie #29
Nichiren and the Great Mongol Invasion Trailer (1958)
01 October 1958
During the 1200's, legendary Buddhist monk Nichiren returns from his studies to lead Japan out of moral crisis and prepare to fight Mongol invaders by creating a new form of Buddhism.
Shinobi No Mono 5: Return of Mist Saizo Trailer (1964)
30 December 1964
[Period covered: 1616] On May 8th, 1615 the summer campaign of Osaka has reached the climax. This film takes place immediately following 'Ninja 4: Mist Saizo, Last of The Ninja'.