Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 (1981)

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The classic tale of the shogun's illegitimate son Aoi Shingo is told in three parts as he strives to become the greatest fencer in Japan, while his father Shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune seeks to reunite with his lost son.  Part 1 sets up the story and introduces the characters.  When the secrets of Shingo's birth are revealed to him, it sets off a series of events that bring him to cross swords with members of the shogun's inner circle. 

Director: Kōsei Saitō
Genre: Action, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 90 min
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Production: Mifune Productions, Fuji Television Network
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

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jidaigeki

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 about?
The classic tale of the shogun's illegitimate son Aoi Shingo is told in three parts as he strives to become the greatest fencer in Japan, while his father Shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune seeks to reunite with his lost son.  Part 1 sets up the story and introduces the characters.  When the secrets of Shingo's birth are revealed to him, it sets off a series of events that bring him to cross swords with members of the shogun's inner circle. 
Who directed Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1?
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 was directed by Kōsei Saitō.
Who stars in Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1?
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 stars Toshirō Mifune, Tomoyuki Kunihiro, Rino Katase, Yoko Isono, Shun Ōide, Tomo'o Nagai.
How long is Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1?
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1?
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 is a Action, Drama, TV Movie film.
Where was Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 produced?
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1 was produced in Japan.