Kanei Command Performance (1983) Kanei Gozen Shiai | Region-Free (DVD)

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Title: Kanei Command Performance (1983)

Alternate Title: Kan’ei Gozen Shiai

Genre: Action, Drama, History

Plot Synopsis:
During the reign of Shogun Iemitsu, a grand martial arts tournament is organized to determine whether he should remain in power or cede authority to his uncle, Yorinobu, the 10th son of Ieyasu. Renowned swordsmen, including Yagyū Jūbei and Miyamoto Musashi, participate in this high-stakes contest. Amidst the tournament, Yagyū Jūbei embarks on a mission to escort a Ming emissary to Edo, facing numerous challenges to ensure his timely arrival for the pivotal match.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Kazuhiko Yamaguchi
• Writers:
  • Kanji Kashiwahara
  • Norifumi Suzuki
• Cast:
  • Takeshi Kaga as Yagyū Jūbei
  • Hiroki Matsukata as Miyamoto Musashi
  • Shigeru Amachi as Matsudaira Izu-no-kami
  • Asao Koike as Tokugawa Yorinobu
  • Sō Yamamura as Yagyū Tajima-no-kami

IMDb Link:
Kanei Command Performance (1983)

Meta Description:
“Kanei Command Performance” (1983), also known as “Kan’ei Gozen Shiai,” is a Japanese action-drama directed by Kazuhiko Yamaguchi. The film centers on a high-stakes martial arts tournament during Shogun Iemitsu’s reign, featuring legendary swordsmen like Yagyū Jūbei and Miyamoto Musashi.