Shinobu Chihara

AKA:
0.3527

1931-01-16

Okayama Prefecture, Japan

Biography

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Cast RolesCast Roles Played = {94}

1964-06-20 0

Blind Monk Swordsman

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. The prototype for the ...
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1961-05-10 0

Cases of An Actor in Disguise: Bloodskull Mansion

The second work in the series "Cases of An Actor in Disguise" starring Kokichi Takada, based on the original work of Tatsuro Jinde. Popular ronin actor Kasumi Ippei intervenes in a planned robbery of ...
Genre :Drama

1957-09-29 0

Mermaid Murder Case

The sixth episode of Hashizo Okawa's "Wakasama Samurai" catch series. ...
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1960-03-22 0

The Samurai Markets

The success story of a group of ronin who fights against traffickers during the Edo Tenpo period. ...
Genre :Drama

1960-01-21 0

Glorious Firefighter’s Standard

Firefighter Sanji learns the secret of his birth. ...
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1956-03-26 0

Travels of Lord Mito Pt.7

A series of grisly murders with strange claw marks lead Mito Komon into discovering a deadly plan that involves a strange gorilla creature. ...
Genre :Crime, Horror

1964-04-25 6

Main Street in the Underworld

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1958-01-03 7

A Chivalrous Spirit

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. Jirocho, an honorable and respected gang boss, u ...
Genre :Drama, Crime

1967-02-24 8.667

Eighteen Years in Prison

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 ...
Genre :Drama, Crime

1957-05-12 0

The Fighting on The Trial

Hanjiro of Kusama searches for his little sister Oyuki, who went missing after being desecrated by Hikosaku Tokurai three years ago. The first film in a series about the adventures of the wandering y ...
Genre :Drama

Setsuko Sunahara

1993-03-20 7.1

Moving

Physically separated from her father and at odds with her distraught mother, a girl must negotiate her own passage to maturity. ...
Genre :Drama

1954-01-12 0

Sanada Ten Braves

1954 Japanese movie ...
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1954-06-29 0

Sorcerer's Orb: Part 5

The 5th and final part of the series of films based on the Japanese epic novel Nanso Satomi Hakkenden by Kyokutei Bakin ...
Genre :Adventure

1956-08-15 0

Travels of Lord Mito Pt.9

9th film in the series about Lord Mito ...
Genre :Horror

1954-02-24 0

Travels of Lord Mito Pt.4

Fourth film in the 'Travels of Lord Mito' franchise. ...
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1954-04-13 9

Travels of Lord Mito Pt.5

Fifth film in the 'Travels of Lord Mito' franchise. ...
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1956-11-20 0

Red-Lacquered Sword

Genre :Action, History

1954-08-10 0

Inugami-ke no nazo: Akuma wa odoru

Early adaptation of the book "The Inugami Clan", featuring the detective Kōsuke Kindaichi. ...
Genre :Horror, Mystery, Thriller

1954-02-03 0

続南国太平記　薩南の嵐

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1954-01-15 0

Nangoku Taiheiki

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1955-05-10 0

Travels of Lord Mito: The Demon of Kagyuzaka

Sixth film in the ‘Travels of Lord Mito’ franchise. ...
Genre :Adventure

1955-07-05 0

ふり袖侠艶録

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1959-07-14 0

Ghost Story: One Eyed Jizo

A woman abandoned by the man she loved all her life becomes a ghost and takes revenge for her offense! ...
Genre :Horror

1995-11-24 5.9

The Christ of Nanjing

Ryuichi Okagawa, a Japanese writer who worked as a reporter in China has been sick ever since his return home. While in China, Okagawa had met a devoutly religious girl named Jin-hua. Okagawa was born ...
Genre :Drama, Romance

1962-10-21 0

Skull Coins

The mysterious story behind the Skull Coins, which are said to reveal the location of treasure, and the battle for them will make your heart beat faster. ...
Genre :Drama, History

1961-06-21 0

Jirocho’s Days of Youth: The Youngest Boss in the Tokai Region

He was married to his lover's butterfly and started a new residence. But good things do not last. In his uncle, Uzaemon in Kawashima, Yoshiji Akaji, Yoshimoto's lender, and Kanehira Akagi, the older b ...
Genre :Drama, Crime, History

1954-06-15 0

Sorcerer's Orb: Part 3

The third part of the series of films based on the Japanese epic novel Nanso Satomi Hakkenden by Kyokutei Bakin. ...
Genre :Drama, Fantasy

1957-02-19 0

The Horse Boy

A humble page fathers a child by the daughter of a clan official and is banished. Years later, the child, now a stable boy, is reunited with his father, but feudal codes threaten their happiness. Uchi ...
Genre :Drama

1962-12-23 0

Uragirimono wa jigoku daze

1962 Japanese movie ...
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1954-05-31 0

Sorcerer's Orb: Part 1

The first part of the series of films based on the Japanese epic novel Nanso Satomi Hakkenden by Kyokutei Bakin ...
Genre :Adventure

1959-03-10 5.5

Whirlwind Magistrate

One of the most popular history-based characters is back when Magistrate Saemonojo Toyama no Kinsan investigates the tragic shipwreck of the 'Sadomaru' near Cape Kasumigaseki. The ship carrying gold b ...
Genre :Action

Yaegaki

1960-09-03 8.6

Hero of the Red Light District

A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yoshi ...
Genre :Drama, History

1955-12-25 0

Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Demon Palace

In Kyoto, a samurai named Boredom Otoko, Saotome Mondonosuke , appears and helps a woman being chased by a spy named Genshichi. Unfortunately, the woman is shot and killed. Later, Genshichi explains t ...
Genre :Action, History

1954-06-08 0

Sorcerer's Orb: Part 2

The first part of the series of films based on the Japanese epic novel Nanso Satomi Hakkenden by Kyokutei Bakin ...
Genre :Adventure

Rengetsu

1958-04-30 5

Seven from Edo

When Katsukawa, a low ranking vassal, learns that his greedy superior, Tatewaki, has hatched a plan to expand his territory, he and his comrades decide to take matters into their own hands. Lots of ac ...
Genre :Drama

1955-12-12 0

Mito Komon Travelogue: The Hunchback Man of the Ghost Castle

Japanese horror movie from 1955. ...
Genre :Horror

1959-12-25 6

An Actor's Revenge

Nakamura Yukinojo gains popularity in Edo's kabuki scene as a handsome onnagata (a male actor who plays female roles). But hidden behind the placid expression of his stage face is a deep grudge for th ...
Genre :Drama

1956-07-05 0

The Swamp

A man’s wife dies in a swamp. Her ghost returns to haunt him. ...
Genre :Horror, Drama

1954-04-27 0

The Devil comes and plays the Flute

The film depicts the exploits of Kindaichi Kosuke, who pursues a series of serial murders that occur one after another along with the terrifying melody of a flute. ...
Genre :Horror

1957-10-22 6

Sasaki Kojiro

Ronin Sasaki Kojiro pursues his ultimate goal of becoming a master swordsman. Along the way he encounters another great swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi. ...
Genre :History, Drama

1957-08-11 5.4

Lord Mito

This most celebrated all-star movie version of the popular series features Tsukigata Ryunosuke as Mito Komon, the sage who wanders the countryside rectifying government corruption along with his faith ...
Genre :Drama

1964-12-24 7.5

Black Thief

Organized thieves battle against the Shogun’s ruthless ruling in attempt to get back their land. ...
Genre :Action

Otami

1957-01-03 7.5

Shimizu Port of Chivalry

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 gamb ...
Genre :Drama, Crime, History

Kosome

1955-08-07 0

The Black Hooded Man 2

The mysterious black hooded man, Kurozukin, helps transport funds raised to fight against the government. ...
Genre :Drama

Umematsu

1958-07-13 0

The Shogun’s Guard, Shinsengumi

The Shinsengumi is a special unit of ronin commissioned by the Tokugawa shogunate to counter anti-shogunate activities in Kyoto. A sinister plot to overthrow the shogun is set in motion and Kondo Isam ...
Genre :Action

1964-01-09 7

Vanquished Foes

A skilled assassin's services are called upon to put an end to the ugly turf battle between two yakuza families, Mitsuwa and Aikawa. Forced by the code of the yakuza to put one's life on the line for ...
Genre :Drama

1957-04-15 7

Tales of Young Genji Kuro

Genji Kurô is a master swordsman and entrusted with protecting the ancient sword Kaen by the Otsubo family. ...
Genre :Action

Oharu

1962-09-01 0

The Warrior from Kishu

This is a story of a young heir to a powerful house, sent away to be raised by his nanny, so the young lord Genrokuro grew up bitter about his parents, hating his legacy and embracing everyone else fr ...
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1956-12-26 7

The Seven Vows

Toruhan, a king’s retainer, embarks on a journey to find a royal treasure that can only be revealed though secret codes hidden in seven crosses carried by his fellow samurai. ...
Genre :Adventure

1957-01-03 7

The Seven Vows, Part 2

The adventures of Goro and his fellow samurai continue in its second installment. While being held captive by the enemy pirate Ongo, Goro discovers the whereabouts of the missing seventh cross. Will h ...
Genre :Adventure

1957-01-09 7

The Seven Vows, Part 3

The adventures of Goro and his fellow samurai concludes. After their turbulent journey, the seven crosses are finally united to reveal the secret of the royal treasure. ...
Genre :Adventure

1963-11-20 7

Ukyunosuke on Patrol

This is one of the most powerfully effective ninja films that dispenses with the silly magic of earlier efforts, and concentrates on an excellent story with expert fighting. Sena Denemon is the rarest ...
Genre :Action, History

1960-03-01 0

Bloody Account of Jirocho: Duel at Akiba

Early film by Eiichi Kudô. ...
Genre :Action

1960-08-27 0

Bloody Account of Jirocho: Duel at Fujimi Pass

Bloody Account of Jirocho: Duel at Fujimi Pass ...
Genre :Action

1960-03-08 0

Bloody Account of Jirocho: Raid on the Road

Genre :Action

1957-11-17 0

Falcon Magistrate

Toyama Kinshiro, a commissioner from northern Edo, goes undercover to unravel the mystery behind a series of murders. Kinshiro, played by Kataoka Chiezo, is most famous for the cherry blossom tattoos ...
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1958-10-29 5

The Purple Hood

Kataoka Chiezo stars as Murasaki Zukin, a mysterious hero of the people who helps those in need. Now under the rule of the evil Tanuma, the people look to Murasaki Zukin more than ever, to confront an ...
Genre :Action, Adventure, Crime

1961-03-28 5.2

The Ako Retainers

Toei’s 10th anniversary film, featuring an all-star cast from the golden movie era of the 1960s. A famous story of the 47 loyal samurai. When Lord Asano is unjustly executed, his loyal retainers strik ...
Genre :Action, Drama

Oume

1960-07-10 5.2

The Shogun’s Guard: Valor in Turbulence

The stormy tale of the Shinsengumi is told from its birth by master filmmaker Sasaki Yasushi, with an all-star cast based on the original story by Shirai Kyoji. The battles between the royalists and S ...
Genre :Action, Drama, History

1954-11-22 7

Fall of the Shogun's Militia

Kondo Isami, the “Devil” commander of the Shinsengumi was one of Japan’s greatest national heroes and a peerless swordsman who devoted his life to protecting the shogun and fighting on the side of the ...
Genre :History

Masami Tonaki

1953-08-10 0

One-Eyed Detective

Fifth delivery in the Tarao Bannai series, following the "master detective with seven faces" who uses his signature disguise to solve crimes with a double-barreled pistol. ...
Genre :Mystery

Ocho

1956-07-12 0

The Phantom Cat

In Numada, Jyoshu, Seijun's mistress dies a horrible death at the hands of a gang of vicious vassals plotting to embezzle the Kuroda family, and her beloved cat takes revenge by becoming an incarnatio ...
Genre :Horror, Drama

1962-08-04 0

Ghostly Tales: The Shamisen

A popular dance master in Edo meets a yakuza man, and the maddened master is killed in the end of their tremendous love affair. The master becomes a vengeful spirit that haunts the man. A thrilling gh ...
Genre :Horror

1962-06-17 0

Kyoto Assassin

A dark tale of murder and revenge set in old Kyoto. ...
Genre :

Okume

1955-01-15 5

A Gang of Five

A group of five law enforcers search Edo for a missing sword. ...
Genre :Drama, Action

1953-04-23 0

Merciless Blade

The first film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass. ...
Genre :Action, Drama, History

1953-06-03 0

Merciless Blade Part 2

The second film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass. ...
Genre :Action, Drama, History

1953-06-17 0

Merciless Blade Part 3

The final film in the 1953 trilogy based on the long novel series The Great Bodhisattva Pass. ...
Genre :History, Drama, Action

1973-08-11 0

Japan's Top Gangster

A boy born in a poor village in Tokushima spends his days idly until a chance meeting sets him on the road to becoming boss of Japan's largest gang. This epic film is the first part of greatest true- ...
Genre :Action, Crime

1957-11-05 7

Sasaki Kojiro, Part 2

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 ...
Genre :Drama, History

1959-01-09 5

A Young Rabble

When an altercation with a gangster forces Kikutaro to leave Edo, he is sent by his father to Hamamatsu to find a better direction in life. However, trouble seems to follow Kikutaro on the road leadin ...
Genre :

1958-04-01 0

Her Son Came Back

Kind hearted yakuza Hanjiro of Asama risks his life in saving his henchman Genjiro and his family. ...
Genre :

Mojiharu

1960-10-16 6

Cases of Hanshichi

Detective Hanshichi (Kataoka Chiezo) solves 3 mysterious murder cases. Great story and an impressive all-star cast, a must see! ...
Genre :Mystery, Crime

1962-08-22 5

Keepers of Order

Chuji and his family become the primary target of gangs in Nikko headed by Hasshu marshal Nakayama and boss Sukegoro Iioka. Chuji is then aided by boss Shigezo Sasagawa, Ishimatsu, and a few young yak ...
Genre :Crime, Drama

1962-03-25 8

Lady Sen and Hideyori

From the late 1500's through the founding of the Tokugawa Shogunate many battles were fought as the great warlords vied for power over the nation. Princess Sen, a daughter of Tokugawa Ieyasu, is caugh ...
Genre :Drama

1960-01-03 5.4

Road of Chivalry

While on the road, famed Yakuza Boss Jirocho is falsely accused of starting a peasant's uprising and chased by the law. Meanwhile, one of his henchmen in an attempt to raise money for the Boss gambles ...
Genre :Crime, Drama

1965-02-13 0

Hoodlum Match

A good set-in-per-WW2 ninkyô type film with outstanding performances. ...
Genre :Crime, Drama

Koharu

1962-01-14 6

Good Rascals

A group of men living a low life in Edo help each other to make the best out of their lives. ...
Genre :Comedy

Orin

1956-03-01 5.3

Swordsman of the Two Sword Style

The story of Japan’s greatest warrior, Miyamoto Musashi, after his historic duel with Sasaki Kojiro on Ganryu Island. ...
Genre :Action

1956-06-21 0

Case of a Young Lord 3

Okawa Hashizo as 'Young Lord', the unlikely sleuth sets out to untangle the riddle of what went on at the Inner Palace, where a young woman who had served the Shogun came home in fear for her life. Wi ...
Genre :Action, Drama, Mystery

1959-08-09 6.2

A Spectacular Showdown

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. The battle between Boss Sukegoro of Iioka and Bo ...
Genre :Action

Okatsu

1957-06-25 0

Temple of Revenge

Revenge breeds revenge. Ikuta Denpachiro, the martial arts instructor of the Honda family in Koriyama, lost a fight to the young samurai Enjo Sozaemon in a martial arts tournament and as a result lost ...
Genre :Drama

1955-01-21 0

Goblin Warrior

Genre :

1962-07-01 0

Shimmering Sword

Genre :

1963-02-17 0

Love And Order

Genre :

1955-11-08 0

The Roar of The Lion

Genre :Crime

Yûzuyu-dayû

1956-01-15 0

Warriors of Ako: Scroll of Heaven, Scroll of Earth

Chronichles the story of the Forty-seven Ronin. ...
Genre :Drama

1956-04-11 0

Short Sword Magistrate

Genre :Crime

1954-03-17 0

The Bloody Cherry Blossom Magistrate

Genre :Crime, Drama

1961-02-07 0

Edo Purebreed

Action and adventure abound in this story of friendship between two rival firefighters, Kichigoro and Jirokichi in old Japan. When Mukai Sadayu, the vassal of Kaga Clan's accounting officer, Shinagawa ...
Genre :Action, Drama

1961-01-27 0

Obugyō-sama to musume-tachi

1961 Japanese movie ...
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1960-03-29 0

Sandy Cruise

The news that the fifth Shogun Tsunayoshi was seriously ill caused a fierce struggle for the post of sixth shogun between the Mito faction and the faction of Chief Adviser Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu. Two my ...
Genre :Drama

1956-10-24 0

やくざ大名

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1988-01-12 0

Kyoto Josei Kisha Series

Suspense Drama Series ...
Genre :Mystery