The Shogun's Vault II

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Audience Score
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The Shogun's Vault II
NR 1 hr 31 minThe Shogun's Vault Collection PosterPart of The Shogun's Vault Collection
A mysterious thief called "Yami no Kiba" (Fang of Darkness), who sneaks into the residences of the shogunate one after another and steals the shogun's treasures, has been shaking the public authorities. The identity of the thief is Ichibei, a medicine seller whose father was once killed by the shogunate, and his daughter Oasa. Ichibei had been seeking revenge against the official to avenge the death of his father, Sasajima Hyobu, who was a member of the Kurokuchi clan, the official ninja. He was also plotting to seize the gold orca of the Nagoya Castle keep, aiming at the Owari clan that had slain his father. ......
StarringTomisaburō WakayamaKatsutoshi AkiyamaMasaharu Arikawa
DirectorYoshiyuki Kuroda

Movie Details

Original Language:Japanese
Production Companies:Fuji Television Network
Movie Tags:
vaultshogun

The Shogun's Vault Collection

"The Shogun's Vault" is a Japanese film series starring the renowned actor Tomisaburo Wakayama. The series, set in the Edo period, revolves around the intricate and often perilous world of the Tokugawa shogunate's finances. Tomisaburo Wakayama plays the role of a formidable samurai tasked with protecting the shogun's treasure vaults from various threats. The series was produced between 1971 and 1973, a period known for its vibrant and prolific era in Japanese cinema. As the guardian of these vast riches, Wakayama's character must navigate a treacherous landscape filled with political intrigue, betrayal, and relentless enemies who seek to seize the shogunate's wealth for their own purposes. The series combines intense action sequences, showcasing Wakayama's impressive martial arts skills, with a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of loyalty, honor, and duty.