In 1730, the Tokugawa Shogunate orders the Yagyu Clan to repair a huge shrine. Since it cannot refuse the Shogunate's request, the impoverished Yagyu Clan tries to raise funds by obtaining a sword which holds the key to a wondrous, hidden treasure. After learning the sword's secret, Tange Sazen sides with the Yagyu Clan, but his motive seems to be more than just pure interest in the treasure...
Released: Nov 17, 1963
Runtime: 95 minutes
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Stars: Tetsuro Tamba, Haruko Wanibuchi, Michiko Saga, Keisuke Sonoi, Takahiro Tamura, Chishū Ryū
Crew: Tadaoto Kainoshō (Researcher), Yasuhiko Noguchi (Screenplay), Junichi Ôsumi (Art Direction), Takeji Sano (Lighting Technician), Kazuo Ôta (Editor), Gin'ichi Kishimoto (Executive Producer)