Ichirō Arishima Movies

Two born rivals plot a new start after a string of ups and downs.

Kayo (Kimie Shingyoji), who married Jingoro (Jun Eto) of the small-time goods dealer Kagamishimaya, is unable to even hug each other seven days after...

Based on the comic by Shosuke Kurakane. Shown in two parts.

This is a story about the emotional connection between a young man with no clear purpose and a middle-aged man who abandoned his wife, children, and...

A man aspires to be a big boss but falls in love with a beautiful woman boss.

1962 Japanese movie

After their troupe disbands, musician Moriyama and his friends join Orion Records and form “Orion Stars.” Their song Love Express becomes...

Hiroo Ikeda movie

After a transfer to a rural factory, salesman Hideyoshi faces blunders, schemers, and rivalries but proves his integrity, winning respect and a...

A story about being scared of getting old.

1961 Japanese movie

Toyotomi Hideyoshi (Hitoshi Ueki) starts out as Nobunaga's "Sandal Keeper" but climbs the ranks to eventually become a trusted general.

Based on the comic book of the same name by Youko Shouji

First of three Awamori-kun movies. Based on the comic by Kaoru Akiyoshi.

The cabaret «Romance», run by Masami Daisaku's father, is experiencing financial difficulties, and Masami is betting on changes and asks...

1961 Japanese movie