Zatoichi's Cane Sword (1967)
Original title: 座頭市鉄火旅
Zatoichi's Cane Sword is a 1967 Japanese-language adventure movie directed by Kimiyoshi Yasuda, with a running time of 1h 33m. It stars Shintarō Katsu, Shiho Fujimura and Yoshihiko Aoyama.
Zatoichi comes upon the town of Tonda, overrun by gangsters. Using one of his favorite techniques, Zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. It turns out a blacksmith named Senzo examines Zatoichi's cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor. Senzo discovers the sword is at the end of its usefulness and will break when it is used next.
Quick answers
What is Zatoichi's Cane Sword about?
Zatoichi comes upon the town of Tonda, overrun by gangsters. Using one of his favorite techniques, Zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. It turns out a blacksmith named Senzo examines Zatoichi's cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor. Senzo discovers the sword is at the end of its usefulness and will break when it is used next.
When was Zatoichi's Cane Sword released?
Zatoichi's Cane Sword was released on 3 January 1967.
How long is Zatoichi's Cane Sword?
Zatoichi's Cane Sword runs 1h 33m.
Who made Zatoichi's Cane Sword?
Zatoichi's Cane Sword was directed by Kimiyoshi Yasuda.
Where can I watch Zatoichi's Cane Sword?
Zatoichi's Cane Sword is available on Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch Zatoichi's Cane Sword
Stream: Criterion Channel
Cast
- Shintarō Katsu as Zatoichi
- Shiho Fujimura as Oshizu
- Yoshihiko Aoyama as Seikichi
- Makoto Fujita as Umazo
- Kiyoko Suizenji as Oharu
- Eijirō Tōno as Senzo
- Masumi Harukawa as Oryu
- Masako Akeboshi as Omatsu the maid
- Junichiro Yamashita as Shinnosuke
- Ryūtarō Gomi as Ronin
- Fujio Suga as Seisuke Kuwayama
- Tatsuo Endō as Iwagoro