The Shogun's Vault IV: The Gold Mines of Sado

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The Shogun's Vault IV: The Gold Mines of Sado
NR 1 hr 31 minAction, History, DramaThe Shogun's Vault Collection PosterPart of The Shogun's Vault Collection
Account magistrate Wakisaka Bizen Mamoru asks Yoshibei, the chief priest of Iriya and Myohoji Temple to explore the Sado Gold Mine. They suspect that large amounts of money are being diverted to somewhere else. Yoshibei, a former official secret-head accepts the job and recruits three skilled Karadogumi… Nanikiri, Hayashi, and Kumonryo. In Sado, where the four infiltrate, the magistrate Okubo Hitachi Mamoru who plans to overthrow the shogunate is trying to buy a large number of firearms from Russia.
StarringAsao KoikeKantarō SugaNana Okada

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Original Language:Japanese

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.