Zatoichi
座頭市
“His sword made him a hero... his courage made him a legend.”
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About
Blind traveler Zatoichi is a master swordsman and a masseur with a fondness for gambling on dice games. When he arrives in a village torn apart by warring gangs, he sets out to protect the townspeople.
Cast
Takeshi Kitano
as Zatoichi / Ichi
Tadanobu Asano
as Hattori Genosuke
Michiyo Yasuda
as Tante Oume
Yui Natsukawa
as Oshino
Guadalcanal Taka
as Shinkichi
Daigorô Tachibana
as Geisha Seitaro O-Sei Naruto
Yuko Daike
as Geisha Okinu Naruto
Ittoku Kishibe
as Boss Inosuke Ginzo
Saburo Ishikura
as Ogi
Akira Emoto
as Pub Owner
Hideboh
as Dancing Farmer
Ron II
as Dancing Farmer
Suji
as Dancing Farmer
Makoto Ashikawa
as Carpenter
Tsumami Edamame
as Carpenter
Kôsuke Ôta
as Carpenter
Yoshiyuki Morishita
as Carpenter
Naomasa Musaka
as Yakuza Boss on the Country Road
Ben Hiura
as Tavern Gramps
Shoken Kunimoto
as Rival Swordsman
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About Zatoichi
“His sword made him a hero... his courage made him a legend.”
Blind traveler Zatoichi is a master swordsman and a masseur with a fondness for gambling on dice games. When he arrives in a village torn apart by warring gangs, he sets out to protect the townspeople. Running 116 minutes.
Zatoichi Cast and Characters
The cast features Takeshi Kitano (as Zatoichi / Ichi), Tadanobu Asano (as Hattori Genosuke), Michiyo Yasuda (as Tante Oume), Yui Natsukawa (as Oshino), and Guadalcanal Taka (as Shinkichi). Their performances are a major reason Zatoichi has built such a passionate audience.
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Zatoichi flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts 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 Zatoichi
Where can I watch Zatoichi online for free?
You can watch Zatoichi 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 Zatoichi?
Zatoichi runs for 116 minutes (about 1.9 hours).
Is Zatoichi good? What's the rating?
Zatoichi holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 962 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Zatoichi?
The main cast includes Takeshi Kitano, Tadanobu Asano, Michiyo Yasuda, and Yui Natsukawa, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Zatoichi available in Japanese?
Yes — Zatoichi 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 Zatoichi released?
Zatoichi was released in 2003.
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What is Zatoichi about?
Zatoichi is a Adventure/Drama film. Blind traveler Zatoichi is a master swordsman and a masseur with a fondness for gambling on dice games. When he arrives in a village torn apart by warring gangs, he sets out to protect the townspeople.
When was Zatoichi released?
Zatoichi was released on September 6, 2003. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. The film was produced by Office Kitano.
Who stars in Zatoichi?
Zatoichi stars Takeshi Kitano, Tadanobu Asano, Michiyo Yasuda and Yui Natsukawa. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Zatoichi available in HD?
Yes, Zatoichi 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.