武蔵と小次郎 (1952): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 1952, 武蔵と小次郎 is a notable film.

What it’s about. As the reputation of Sasaki Kojiro, who traveled through various provinces with his long sword seeking duels, began to spread, he was summoned by Lord Hosokawa Sansai upon the recommendation of Kokura clan warrior Iwama Kakubei. However, at this time, due to the proposal by Nagaoka Sado, it was agreed that Kojiro would face Miyamoto Musashi in a duel. If he won, Kojiro would officially become the chief instructor, as he desired. Until then, he had a provisional stipend of 500 koku. Learning that Musashi was in Kyoto, Kojiro set off for the city. En route, he was joined by a woman named Shino, who held a grudge against Musashi.

Who’s in it. 武蔵と小次郎 stars Chikage Awashima as 八雲太夫, Chikage Awashima as 照世 and Shin Tokudaiji as 早坂三弥太.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 武蔵と小次郎 page.