Mask of the Moon

Overview

Young swordsman, Tsukigata Hanpeita, longs for the day when rival clans cease their struggles for power and put an end to meaningless feudal wars. When he is appointed to oversee the Choshu Clan, he takes it upon himself to work towards the peace that he has dreamed about. With his affectionate personality and compassion for life, Hanpeita’s popularity grows among the people, making him a threat to those thirsty for conflict and power. A betrayal by those closest to him leaves Hanpeita caught in a trap that could ultimately cost him his life.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

April 25, 1961

Original language

Japanese

Spoken languages

Japanese

Countries

Japan

Production

Toei Company

Cast

Hashizo Ōkawa,Satomi Oka,Michiko Nishizaki,Kusuo Abe,Shin Tokudaiji,Yataro Kurokawa,Kōtarō Satomi,Sonosuke Sawamura,Mikijiro Hira,Eijirō Kataokaand 6 more

Director

Masahiro Makino

Writer

Daisuke Itō,Rifū Yukitomo

Cinematography

Sadaji Yoshida

Music

Hiroya Abe

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt11669090