Synopsis
The film takes place at the junction of the two eras of Meiji and Taisho. Sakata Sankichi, an uneducated zori sandal maker, becomes a professional shogi player through his genius shogi skills and lives a fanatically devoted shogi game supported by the love of his family. This is the 3rd adaptation of Hideji Hojo's famous play.
Details
- Daisuke Itō
- November 23, 1962
- Released
- Japan
- Toei Company
- 1h 32m
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
