Shimizu Port of Chivalry

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Shimizu Port of Chivalry
NR 1 hr 44 minDrama, History, CrimeJirocho Quadrilogy Collection PosterPart of Jirocho Quadrilogy Collection
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An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza. One of the real classics in this genre. In this dramatic portrayal of the real-life gambling boss Jirocho, a good-hearted and honest boss sets out to take revenge for a fellow boss. At the same time, the other local bosses, in a bid to increase their own power, plot to dispose of Jirocho. Starring Kataoka Chiezo in one of his signature roles, this is an excellent portrayal of a figure who is not well known outside of Japan. Co-starring Nakamura Kinnosuke, this exciting tale of period yakuza brings history to life.
StarringUtaemon IchikawaChiezō KataokaKinnosuke Nakamura
DirectorSadatsugu Matsuda
WriterYoshitake Hisa

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Original Language:Japanese
Production Companies:Toei Company

Jirocho Quadrilogy Collection

An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza. One of the real classics in this genre. In this dramatic portrayal of the real-life gambling boss Jirocho, a good-hearted and honest boss sets out to take revenge for a fellow boss.