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Mask of the Moon (1961)

Young swordsman, Tsukigata Hanpeita, longs for the day when rival clans cease their struggles for power and put an end to meaningless feudal wars. When he is appointed to oversee the Choshu Clan, he takes it upon himself to work towards the peace that he has dreamed about. With his affectionate personality and compassion for life, Hanpeita’s popularity grows among the people, making him a threat to those thirsty for conflict and power. A betrayal by those closest to him leaves Hanpeita caught in a trap that could ultimately cost him his life.

  • Action
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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Hashizo OkawaHashizo Okawa
  • Photo of Jūshirō KonoeJūshirō Konoe
  • Photo of Satomi OkaSatomi Oka
  • Photo of Michiko NishizakiMichiko Nishizaki
  • Photo of Kyoko AoyamaKyoko Aoyama
  • Photo of Mikijiro HiraMikijiro Hira
  • Photo of Sentarō FushimiSentarō Fushimi
  • Photo of Kusuo AbeKusuo Abe
  • Photo of Shin TokudaijiShin Tokudaiji
  • Photo of Eijirō KataokaEijirō Kataoka

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