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Zatoichi's Cane Sword
7.4 / 10• 1967• 1h 33m•NR• Japanese
AdventureActionDrama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Shintarō Katsu
Zatoichi
Lead
Shiho Fujimura
Oshizu
Yoshihiko Aoyama
Seikichi
Makoto Fujita
Umazo
Kiyoko Suizenji
Oharu
Eijirō Tōno
Senzo
Masumi Harukawa
Oryu
MA
Masako Akeboshi
Omatsu the maid
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kimiyoshi Yasuda's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Zatoichi's Cane Sword is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
