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Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja (1957): Cast

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Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja is a 1957 fantasy drama directed by Tadashi Sawashima, starring Sentarō Fushimi as Tozawa Torawakamaru, Tomiyasu Ikeda and Denjirō Ōkōchi. It runs 1 hour 3 minutes.

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Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja (1957) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 3m (63 min)
Genres
Fantasy , Adventure , Action , Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja About?

The premise of Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja without spoilers.

During the Sengoku era, Tokugawa Ieyasu and Toyotomi Hideyoshi vie for power, each using secret weapons. Ieyasu orders Iga ninja Momochi Sandayu and disciple Ishikawa Goemon to kill Hideyoshi and seize Osaka Castle’s hidden plans. The Koga clan defends the schematics, with Torawakamaru protecting them. Ieyasu forces an Iga‑Koga duel, ending in a spectacular ninja showdown.

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja Themes & Keywords

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  • ishikawa goemon
  • ninja
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Cast & crew

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja Cast & Characters

Sentarō Fushimi leads the cast as Tozawa Torawakamaru, with Tomiyasu Ikeda as Tokugawa Ieyasu and Denjirō Ōkōchi as Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Directed by Tadashi Sawashima; 18 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Tadashi Sawashima

More films directed by Tadashi Sawashima: Shinsengumi: Assassins of Honor and Ishimatsu: the One-Eyed Avenger.

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Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Ninjutsu gozen-jiai” and “Torawakamaru the Koga Ninja”.

Also known as
  • Ninjutsu gozen-jiai
  • Torawakamaru the Koga Ninja

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Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja?

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja runs 1 hour 3 minutes (63 minutes).

When was Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja released?

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja was released on December 15, 1957.

Who directed Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja?

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja was directed by Tadashi Sawashima.

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Who is in the cast of Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja?

Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja stars Sentarō Fushimi as Tozawa Torawakamaru, Tomiyasu Ikeda as Tokugawa Ieyasu and Denjirō Ōkōchi as Toyotomi Hideyoshi, among 18 credited actors.

Does Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja have a post-credit scene?

No. Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja in?

The original language of Torawakamaru, the Koga Ninja is Japanese.

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