Sanjuro
椿三十郎
“You cut well, but the best sword stays in its sheath!”
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In this companion piece and sequel to "Yojimbo," jaded samurai Sanjuro helps an idealistic group of young warriors weed out their clan's evil influences, and in the process turns their image of a proper samurai on its ear.
Cast
Toshirō Mifune
as Sanjûrô Tsubaki / The ronin
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Hanbei Muroto
Keiju Kobayashi
as The Spy
Yūzō Kayama
as Iori Izaka
Reiko Dan
as Chidori, Mutsuta's daughter
Takashi Shimura
as Kurofuji
Kamatari Fujiwara
as Takebayashi
Takako Irie
as Mutsuta's wife
Masao Shimizu
as Kikui
Yūnosuke Itō
as Mutsuta, the Chamberlain
Akira Kubo
as Samurai
Hiroshi Tachikawa
as Samurai
Yoshio Tsuchiya
as Samurai
Kunie Tanaka
as Samurai
Tatsuyoshi Ehara
as Samurai
Akihiko Hirata
as Samurai
Toranosuke Ogawa
as
Sachio Sakai
as Samurai
Kenzô Matsui
as Samurai
Toshiko Higuchi
as Maid Koyso
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About Sanjuro
“You cut well, but the best sword stays in its sheath!”
In this companion piece and sequel to "Yojimbo," jaded samurai Sanjuro helps an idealistic group of young warriors weed out their clan's evil influences, and in the process turns their image of a proper samurai on its ear. Running 96 minutes.
Sanjuro Cast and Characters
The cast features Toshirō Mifune (as Sanjûrô Tsubaki / The ronin), Tatsuya Nakadai (as Hanbei Muroto), Keiju Kobayashi (as The Spy), Yūzō Kayama (as Iori Izaka), and Reiko Dan (as Chidori, Mutsuta's daughter). Their performances are a major reason Sanjuro has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Sanjuro NowWhy People Are Watching Sanjuro
There's a reason Sanjuro keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, sharp comedic timing that lands consistently, and action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanjuro
Where can I watch Sanjuro online for free?
You can watch Sanjuro online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Sanjuro?
Sanjuro runs for 96 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Sanjuro good? What's the rating?
Sanjuro holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 718 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Sanjuro?
The main cast includes Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Keiju Kobayashi, and Yūzō Kayama, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Sanjuro available in Japanese?
Yes — Sanjuro was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Sanjuro released?
Sanjuro was released in 1962.
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Where can I watch Sanjuro for free?
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What is Sanjuro about?
Sanjuro is a Drama/Action film. In this companion piece and sequel to "Yojimbo," jaded samurai Sanjuro helps an idealistic group of young warriors weed out their clan's evil influences, and in the process turns their image of a proper samurai on its ear.
When was Sanjuro released?
Sanjuro was released on January 1, 1962. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. The film was produced by TOHO.
Who stars in Sanjuro?
Sanjuro stars Toshirō Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Keiju Kobayashi and Yūzō Kayama. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Sanjuro available in HD?
Yes, Sanjuro is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.