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Set during the last days of the Tokugawa (Edo) Period, Moeyo-ken tells the story of Hijikata Toshizo and the Shinsengumi. Hijikata Toshizo is a samurai eager to test his skills and sword and make his first kill. The dojo he belongs to practices the Tennen Rishin style and teaches this to farmers. Not considered real samurai by other dojo's, they receive a request for a duel by a rival dojo practicing the Kogen Itto style. Sohaku Rokusha, a teacher there, challenges them and fights with Hijikata Toshizo. The outcome of the fight creates a deadly animosity between them that lasts through the ages.
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japan
samurai
chambara
period drama
samurai sword
jidaigeki
chanbara
shinsengumi
hijikata toshizo
bakumatsu
boshin war
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How long is The Blazing Sword?
The Blazing Sword has a runtime of 1h 31m (1 hour and 31 minutes).
Who directed The Blazing Sword?
The Blazing Sword was directed by Hirokazu Ichimura and released in 1966.
Who stars in The Blazing Sword?
The cast of The Blazing Sword includes Asahi Kurizuka, Shunya Wazaki, Hidehiko Ishikura, Tetsuko Kobayashi, Keiji Takamiya.
What is the TMDB rating for The Blazing Sword?
The Blazing Sword has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 9 votes.
