A minor character in the 1975 Japanese thriller The Bullet Train.
Kawaguchi-ya is one of the three men responsible for the deaths of Yukinojo's parents. He later lives in Edo, where the troupe's visit brings him within Yukinojo's reach. As one of the people connected to the childhood tragedy, he becomes a direct target of Yukinojo's long-delayed revenge.
Skilled duelist encountered by Itto.
Messenger delivering decrees or contracts.
A minor character appearing in the local conflict and theft plot.
Minor inmate in the first film, part of the general prisoner population.
A minor character associated with the supernatural events surrounding the landowner's ceremony.
Fierce warrior and tactical advisor within the Toyotomi military ranks.
Shorenji boxing master seeking revenge and recovering stolen loot with a smuggling partner.
Ninja operative distinct from Hattori, involved in covert missions and combat.
Enigmatic ninja master who aids allies in survival and covert operations during Japan's Sengoku period.
Legendary ninja master and intelligence broker manipulating clan conflicts.
Saburo Date has 294 screen credits in a career dating back to 1946. Their work spans 26 cinematic universes — most prominently Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection with 10 titles. Signature works include Tree of Life, Song of the Devil, The Man Who Laughs Last. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 26 universes
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