ADVENTURE IN KIGAN CASTLE
Kiganjo no Boken - 1966 - Color - 16:9 Widescreen - Extras

Digitally Remastered, 16:9 Anamorphic Widescreen Version!

Conspiracy swirls in the King's castle! Raided by mysterious bandits!
Spectacular action film that brings a storm to the great desert of death! Ensai, a
monk who travels the Silk Road in seek of Buddha's relics, meets with O'osumi,
a Japanese student, in the capital of Tung Huan. The two travel with a camel
caravan and reach Pesil, a town in desert. There they find a dreadful conspiracy
in Kigan Castle where the country's king resides. Filming was done on location in
Iran. Grand scale action displayed in the setting of the Silk Road.

Remastered from a new amazing print! With removable English Subtitles.

Directed by: TANIGUCHI Senkichi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, MIHASHI Tatsuya, SATO Makoto, NAKAMURA Tadao

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BATTLE IN THE SEA OF JAPAN
Nihonkai Dai-Kaisen - 1969 - Color - Anamorphic Widscreen

Japan and Russia clash in what comes to be known as the Russo-Japanese
War. An attempt by the Japanese fleet and army to take Port Arthur fails, and a
Russian fleet bears down on the Sea of Japan. Admiral Togo Heihachiro sends
his fleet to confront the Russians, with results which stun both nations. Mean-
while, Major Akashi Genjiro makes secret negotiations with the Bolshevik
revolutionaries in Russia, negotiations that have repercussions far beyond the
conflict at hand.

Directed by: MARUYAMA Seiji
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, NAKADAI Tatsuya, KAYAMA Yuzo

CHUJI THE GAMBLER
Kunisada Chuji - 1960 - Color - Widscreen - Uncut! - DVD Extras

Chuji Kunisada returns to his home village to find that Jubei Matsui, the corrupt
magistrate, has been responsible for virtually destroying Kunisada's family. A
final tragedy leads Kunisada to join with a band of rogues living in the forest in
robbing from the rich and giving to the poor, always with an eye toward avenging
himself on Magistrate Matsui. The legend of Kunisada Chuji, a renowned figure
of Japanese lore on a par with Robin Hood, has provided material for several
movies, this one, starring the greatest samurai film star of all-time, Mifune Toshiro!

For the first time ever, Remastered, Uncut 101-minutes, Widescreen Edition!
With removable English Subtitles + DVD Extras!

Directed by: TANIGUCHI Senkichi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, KATO Daisuke, ARATAMA Michiyo

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DAREDEVIL IN THE CASTLE
Osaka-Jo Monogatari - 1961 - Color - 16:9 Widescreen - Extras

Digitally Remastered, 16:9 Anamorphic Widescreen Version!

After losing his family in the Battle of Sekigahara, Mohei the demon, a desperado,
comes to Osaka. In that chaotic time, he looks for a job and in intrigued by the
towering Osaka Castle. Wishing to work for the castle, he must smuggle guns
that were unloaded from a Portuguese ship onto six wagons and sneak through
the invading Tokugawa army.

Remastered from a new amazing print! With removable English Subtitles.

Directed by: INAGAKI Hiroshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, KAGAWA Kyoko, HOSHI Yuriko, KUGA Yoshiko

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GODFATHER OF JAPAN: FINAL CHAPTER
Nihon no Don - Kanketsu Hen - 1978 - Color - 16:9 Anamorphic Widscreen

Doublecrosses and backstabbings while the biggest yakuza bosses battle for
the title of "Godfather of Japan"! Violent story and an all-star cast, a must see!

Directed by: NAKAJIMA Sadao
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, SUGAWARA Bunta, KATAOKA Chiezo

GREAT BANDIT, THE
Dai Tozoku - 1963 - Color - 16:9 Widescreen - Extras

Digitally Remastered, 16:9 Anamorphic Widescreen Version!

Luson Sukezaemon, a wealthy merchant from Sakai, is sentenced to death by fire
on the suspicion of piracy. Fleeing just before the execution, Sukezaemon sets
sail with his followers. Awaiting Sukezaemon in a vast expanse of the sea are a
violent storm and pirates. He then drifts to a southern island country with empty
pockets. And because of his righteous nature, he gets himself involved in a
conspiracy surrounding the successor to a royal family. (aka "Samurai Pirate")

Remastered from a new amazing print! With removable English Subtitles.

Directed by: TANIGUCHI Senkichi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, NAKAMURA Tadao, HAMA Mie, SATO Makoto

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LIFE OF A SWORDSMAN
Aru Kengo no Shogai - 1959 - Color - 16:9 Widscreen - Extras

Digitally Remastered, 16:9 Anamorphic Widescreen Version!

Edmund Rostand's play Cyrano de Bergerac, transplanted to Feudal Japan. A
poet-samurai warrior with an oversized nose (matched only by his great heart)
loves a lady. But she sees him only as a friend, so he helps another man to woo
her by giving him the poetry of his own heart. One of Mifune Toshiro's greatest
acting performances ever, a true samurai classic! Aka "Samurai Saga".

Remastered from a new amazing print! With removable English Subtitles.

Directed by: INAGAKI Hiroshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, TSUKASA Yoko, TAKARADA Akira

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LOWLY RONIN
Suronin Makari Toru - 1981 - Color - Fullscreen - Extras

Reprising his role from the popular TV series "Koya no Suronin" (The Lowly Ronin),
Mifune Toshiro stars in this full-length, stand-alone made for TV movie. The wandering
ronin is reminiscent of his most famous role as the samurai without a name in
Kurosawa's "Yojimbo" and "Sanjuro". He travels about Japan, and while he may seek
happiness, violence and tragedy always cross his path. This time, he reluctantly
agrees when a girl hires him to kill a local offical who has unfairly taxed her villagers.
But he soon discoves that not all is at it appears when he finds a direct link to his past.

Directed by: IKEHIRO Kazuo
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, TAKAHASHI Choei, SANO Atsuko, KIMURA Gen

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LOWLY RONIN: THE SPRAY OF BLOOD
 Suronin Makari Toru: Chikemuri no Yado - 1982 - Color - Fullscreen - Extras

Reprising his role from the popular TV series "Koya no Suronin" (The Lowly Ronin),
Mifune Toshiro stars in this full-length, stand-alone made for TV movie. The wandering
ronin is reminiscent of his most famous role as the samurai without a name in
Kurosawa's "Yojimbo" and "Sanjuro". He travels about Japan, and while he may seek
happiness, violence and tragedy always cross his path. This time it is a woman
carrying a young infant who he encounters on the road that leads him into a tale of
violence, intrigue and a village in uproar. A great story and cool action scenes, a movie
not to be missed!

Remastered from a new superior print, with removable subtitles.

Directed by: YOSHIKAWA Kazuyoshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, TAKAHASHI Choei, SANO Atsuko, KIMURA Gen, ARAI Chu

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LOWLY RONIN: DUEL AT DAWN
Suronin Makari Toru: Akatsuki no Shito - 1982 - Color - Fullscreen - Extras

In a role reminiscent of his most famous character, the nameless 'Yojimbo', Mifune Toshiro
is ”The Lowly Ronin”. Calling himself Shunka Shuto (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter), he
saves a young lord from an assassination attempt and finds himself a wanted man!
Accused of being a thief by those who tried to murder the child, he must clear himself of this
horrible accusation. Meanwhile he's befriended by a mysterious old woman, calling him
'her son' she tries to use him for her own purposes. This full length made for television
movie features outstanding action, with some of the best sword work in Mifune's career.

Remastered from a new superior print, with removable subtitles.

Directed by: MATSUO Akinori
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, SENGOKU Noriko, AOKI Yoshiro, IZUMIYA Shigeru

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LOWLY RONIN: LIVING HELL
Suronin Makari Toru: Sarumo Jigoku Nokorumo Jigoku - 1983 - Color - Fullscreen

Reprising his role from the popular TV series "Koya no Suronin", Mifune Toshiro stars
in this full-length, stand-alone made for TV movie. The wandering ronin is reminiscent
of his most famous role as the samurai without a name in Kurosawa's "Yojimbo" and
"Sanjuro". He travels about Japan, and while he may seek happiness, violence and
tragedy always cross his path. This time, he meets a child who is being chased by
men that killed his father before his eyes. Feeling indebted to the child for buying him
dinner, the Ronin takes the child back to his village. There, the Ronin reluctantly gets
involved in a pathetic revolt by the cowardly villagers against their tyrannical governor.
Mifune at his best! DVD Extras included.

Directed by: YOSHIKAWA Kazuyoshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, KATO Kazuko, ETO Jun, KOIKE Asao

LOWLY RONIN: THE TEENAGE ORPHAN GIRL
Suronin Makari Toru: Namida ni Kieta Mikka Gokuraku - 1983 - Color - Fullscreen

Reprising his role as a wandering former samurai simply known as 'The Lowly
Ronin', Mifune Toshiro shines in this excellent made for TV movie. When he helps an
orphaned teenage girl avoid being turned into a prostitute, she then claims he is her
father and they start a farm as father and daughter until fate steps in and he must
draw his sword. As with the other episodes in this series, Mifune's swordsmanship is
impeccable and as with his feature films, there is a particular move he does which is
simply unique and sensational. A great story featuring some of the best work in
Mifune's illustrious career.

Directed by: INOUE Akira
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, SUGITA Kaoru, ISHIBASHI Renji, SHIMOJO Atomu

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LOWLY RONIN: BETRAYAL AT YATATE PASS
Suronin Makari Toru: Yatate Toge ni Uragiri o Mita - 1983 - Color - Fullscreen

Accused of being a spy for a rival clan by Nanbu Clan samurai who then attack him,
the 'Lowly Ronin' barely escapes with his life after being shot. Nursed back to health
by Yamaoka Daijiro, the one Nanbu Clan retainer that believes him, he must find a
way to prove his inno-cence to the others. The two team up together to uncover the
mystery and find out who the real spy is that threatens the security of the clan. Against
all odds, the two master swordsmen must rely on all their skills to defeat a vast
conspiracy and save the clan from being abolished. A rare joining of two major
talents, Mifune Toshiro and Wakabayashi Go make for an exceptional team,
combining brains and brawn to stand up against corruption and evil.

Directed by: TAKAMORI Tachikazu
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, HAN Bujaku, WAKABAYASHI Go

This is NOT the Hawaii TV recording! Remastered from a new amazing print!
With removable English Subtitles and DVD Extras.

ONMITSU DOSHIN: THE EDO SECRET POLICE
Onmitsu Doshin: Oedo Sosamo - 1979 - Color - Fullscreen - DVD Extras

Based on the hit TV series which ran from 1970-1992, this is the story of warriors who have
formed a group which has chosen to live outside the mainstream of society and work to
support the oppressed masses. They follow the orders of Naito Kageyu, under the
watchful eye of Hatamoto Yoriaiseki by disguising themselves as common people. They
are dedicated to the fight against evil, and with their lives on the line at all times, do not live
for tomorrow. A powerful tale of the battle against those who would corrupt a nation for their
own ends. Featuring amazing two-sword techniques by one of Japan's major action stars,
Matsukata Hiroki, samurai/ninja action, and you don't want to miss the special guest
appearance of the greatest samurai film star of all-time, Mifune Toshiro in a rare television
appearance! With removable English Subtitles + DVD Extras!

Directed by: MATSUO Akinori
Cast: MATSUKATA Hiroki, SAGAWA Tetsuro, MIFUNE Toshiro, KATASE Rino

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RONIN OF THE WASTELANDS
Koya no Suronin - 1972 - Color - Fullscreen - Extras

Continuing the tradition of the Yojimbo movies, Mifune Toshiro stars as Toge Kujuro,
a wandering ronin searching for his own fame and happiness. With a sense of
justice, he travels the countryside, with his motley collection of outcasts - a pistol-
carrying ronin, a two-bit con artist and woman seeking revenge, following close
behind, unwittingly righting wrongs and protectin the common man.

Directed by: --
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, KAJI Meiko, IZU Sugeru, SAGAMI Jiro etc.

WHIRLWIND
Shikon Mado: Dai Tatsumaki - 1964 - Color - 16:9 Widescreen - Extras

After the fall of Osaka Castle, trouble looms in the sky. A huge tornado
approaches with devastating force!! Jubei, Shuri, and Hisanosuke were three
loyal Samurai that escaped the blazing inferno of Osaka Castle, and each worked
to restore the Toyotomi family to power by taking on a new identity. But as the
victorious Tokugawa side frantically tries to find the remnants of Toyotomi
warriors the tornado draws near. This is a Samurai spectacle that you cannot
miss. 16:9 Anamorphic Widescreen, with removable English Subtitles + DVD
Extras!

Directed by: INAGAKI Hiroshi
Cast: ICHIKAWA Somegoro, MIFUNE Toshiro, NATSUKI Yosuke, SATO Makoto

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YAGYU SECRET SCROLLS
Yagyu Bugeicho - 1957 - Color - Fullscreen - Extras

In the 17th century, three powerful families endeavor to keep three secret scrolls from ever being pieced together in one place, as they contain the necessary information to overthrow the Shogunate. While a number of power hungry warlords covet the scrolls, and will do anything to get them, one goes so far as to hire a master ninja (Mifune) to assure victory. Great performance by screen-legend Mifune Toshiro, a must see!

(The original aspect ratio for this movie is Fullscreen.)

Directed by: INAGAKI Hiroshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, TSURUTA Koji, KUGA Yoshiko, OKADA Mariko, OKOCHI Denjiro

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YAGYU SECRET SCROLLS 2: TWO SECRET SWORDS
Yagyu Bugeicho Soryu Hiken - 1958 - Color - 16:9 Widescreen - Extras

As the curtain rose on the second chapter of the story, the ninja master and his brother finally find one of the three scrolls their evil employer needs to overthrow the Shogunate. As each ninja brother wants the scroll for himself, they fight over it and tear it in half. Ashamed of themselves, the two separate, but find themselves pursued by angry members of the Yagyu clan. See the master ninja (Mifune) duel with Yagyu Jubei!

Directed by: INAGAKI Hiroshi
Cast: MIFUNE Toshiro, TSURUTA Koji, KUGA Yoshiko, OKADA Mariko, OKOCHI Denjiro

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