The Grand Master (王将) 76 years old
Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?
Credits
The Grand Master Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Tatsuo Saitô He was 45, 65 years old when he died | as Ôkura |
| Mitsuko Mito She was 28, 62 years old when she died | as Koharu |
| Isamu Kosugi He was 43, 79 years old when he died | as Kikuoka |
| Osamu Takizawa He was 41, 93 years old when he died | as Sekine |
| Ryūtarō Ōtomo He was 36, 73 years old when he died | as Môri |
The Grand Master Crew
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Hideji Hōjō as Writer. He was 45 (93) years old when He died | Writing |
| Daisuke Itô as Director. He was 49 (82) years old when He died | Directing |
| Daisuke Itô as Writer. He was 49 (82) years old when He died | Writing |
The Grand Master (76 years)
Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata.
- Release day: Friday, January 02, 1948
- Runtime: 94 minutes