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Hashizo Okawa

Date of birth: 1929-04-09

Place of birth: Tokyo, Japan

Known for: Acting

Also known as: 大川橋蔵, Hashizô Ôkawa , 二代目 大川橋蔵

Hashizo Okawa

Biography

Movie Credits

20 Duels of Young Shingo - Part 1
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20 Duels of Young Shingo - Part 1

1961-01-03

With plenty of action, and a strong story about the growth and development of an expert swordsman, w

20 Duels of Young Shingo - Part 2
0

20 Duels of Young Shingo - Part 2

1961-07-09

The second film in the 20 Duels of Young Shingo trilogy directed by Sadatsugu Matsuda.

20 Duels of Young Shingo - Conclusion
0

20 Duels of Young Shingo - Conclusion

1963-07-13

While on his journey through the countryside of Japan, Shingo encounters many people whose lives hav

Young Lord Yakuza
4.2

Young Lord Yakuza

1961-06-11

Young Lord Taihei goes to Edo to find the lost family treasure, a plover incense burner, under the d

Case of a Young Lord 6: Mermaid Murder Case
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Case of a Young Lord 6: Mermaid Murder Case

1957-09-29

The sixth episode of Hashizo Okawa's "Wakasama Samurai" catch series.

Glorious Standard Bearer
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Glorious Standard Bearer

1957-12-28

Hashizo Okawa in the form of a courageous firefighter who confronts unscrupulous traders who make a

Red peonies on the skin
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Red peonies on the skin

1957-07-02

Genjiro was a samurai in the past, but he became a Yakuza, a dandy with a tattoo of red peonies, he

Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun
4

Lord Mito 2: The Nation's Vice Shogun

1959-07-12

After settling the matter of shogunal succession, the retired Old Lord of Mito finds himself in a se

Warrior of the Wind
3.4

Warrior of the Wind

1964-01-15

A suspenseful Ninja fantasy based on Shiba Ryotaro's novel, woven with the mysterious fate and roman

The Christian Revolt
3.1

The Christian Revolt

1962-03-21

In Tokugawa-era (1637) Shimabara, oppressed peasant Christians revolt against the shogunate with the

Bored Hatamoto: Mysterious Letter of Challenge
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Bored Hatamoto: Mysterious Letter of Challenge

1955-12-28

Bored Hatamoto film #19

The Fighting on The Trial
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The Fighting on The Trial

1957-05-12

Hanjiro of Kusama searches for his little sister Oyuki, who went missing after being desecrated by H

Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall
3.4

Cruel Story of the Shogunate's Downfall

1964-12-12

A headstrong young man seeks to join the Shinsengumi, but while his determination impresses his supe

Ginpei From Koina: Migratory Bird of Winter
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Ginpei From Koina: Migratory Bird of Winter

1983-08-25

Shimoda, Izu, the venerable Amimoto Onabe family is repeatedly harassed by the upstart Hotate family

The Red Shadow
3.2

The Red Shadow

1961-12-24

Fifteen years after Ishida Mitsunari lost in the battle of Sekigahara, Tokugawa Ieyasu foresees his

Yakuza Official
0

Yakuza Official

1962-07-13

Bunkichi disguises himself as a yakuza to solve a mysterious death.

Grand Contest
0

Grand Contest

1965-05-08

The story of an unusual friendship between a vagabond, masterless samurai and a magistrate.

Red-Lacquered Sword
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Red-Lacquered Sword

1956-11-20

The Chivalrous Youth of Great Edo
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The Chivalrous Youth of Great Edo

1960-02-07

Jidaigeki by Tai Kato

Drenched Swallow Gonpachi
3

Drenched Swallow Gonpachi

1958-10-14

This is the story of Gonpachi, a ronin who falls in love with the daughter of a man he had killed ma

Case of Young Lord 5: Death of a Beauty at Midnight
5

Case of Young Lord 5: Death of a Beauty at Midnight

1957-04-02

A young lord solves the mystery of multiple murders involving a young couple and a woman.

Case of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider Lady
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Case of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider Lady

1962-12-23

Young lord investigates the mysterious death that takes place in the underworld.

Seven from Edo
2.5

Seven from Edo

1958-04-30

When Katsukawa, a low ranking vassal, learns that his greedy superior, Tatewaki, has hatched a plan

Cantankerous Edo
3

Cantankerous Edo

1957-01-09

It's fighting fires and swordsmen with a touch of music in this free-for-all of action and excitemen

The Paper Crane
0

The Paper Crane

1962-12-01

A wandering vagrant, Hantaro, risks his life to save a beautiful blind girl and her father from con

Heiji, the Detective
1.9

Heiji, the Detective

1967-10-10

Famous for his coin tossing when capturing criminals, an Edo detective, Heiji, launches an investiga

The Phantom Goblin
3

The Phantom Goblin

1962-08-12

An injured Edo official is rescued by a vassal whose appearance is exactly like himself, and swears

An Actor's Revenge
3

An Actor's Revenge

1959-12-25

Nakamura Yukinojo gains popularity in Edo's kabuki scene as a handsome onnagata (a male actor who pl

The Ako Retainers
2.6

The Ako Retainers

1961-03-28

Toei’s 10th anniversary film, featuring an all-star cast from the golden movie era of the 1960s. A f

A Warrior's Flute
3

A Warrior's Flute

1955-12-04

Tale of tragic love between samurai and princess during Heian period.

Case of Umon: The Nanbanzame Murders
3

Case of Umon: The Nanbanzame Murders

1961-01-15

The serial killing of a samurai each night by strangulation at various temples confounds investigato

Law in Ghost Island
2.6

Law in Ghost Island

1961-08-13

Upon his arrival to Dragon Island, ronin Yagi Hanzo, is propositioned by various shady individuals r

Black Thief
3.8

Black Thief

1964-12-24

Organized thieves battle against the Shogun’s ruthless ruling in attempt to get back their land.

Edo Purebreed
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Edo Purebreed

1961-02-07

Action and adventure abound in this story of friendship between two rival firefighters, Kichigoro an

Mask of the Moon
0

Mask of the Moon

1961-04-25

Young swordsman, Tsukigata Hanpeita, longs for the day when rival clans cease their struggles for po

The Shogun's Vault
3.3

The Shogun's Vault

1964-08-13

Okawa Hashizo is 'Red Peony' Hanji who is thrown into a prison cell where he gets involved in a plot

Hoodlum Match
0

Hoodlum Match

1965-02-13

A good set-in-per-WW2 ninkyô type film with outstanding performances.

Return of the One-Armed Swordsman
2.9

Return of the One-Armed Swordsman

1960-01-15

The legendary one-eyed one-armed swordsman Tange Sazen is back to aid a Magistrate in his efforts to

The Shogun’s Guard: Valor in Turbulence
2.6

The Shogun’s Guard: Valor in Turbulence

1960-07-10

The stormy tale of the Shinsengumi is told from its birth by master filmmaker Sasaki Yasushi, with a

Road of Chivalry
2.7

Road of Chivalry

1960-01-03

While on the road, famed Yakuza Boss Jirocho is falsely accused of starting a peasant's uprising and

Happily Tied to the Road
3

Happily Tied to the Road

1959-04-21

With flashing swordwork and a terrific story, wandering gambler Kusama Hanjiro inspires the wrath of

Blooded Spear
3.8

Blooded Spear

1959-11-01

Edo, 1703. Young Sugino, one of the 47 rōnin seeking revenge against lord Kira, who caused that his

The 47 Masterless Samurai
3.6

The 47 Masterless Samurai

1959-01-15

While the story of the Ako Clan's vendetta has been told countless times, never before has there bee

Mission to Hell
2.6

Mission to Hell

1959-06-09

A samurai warrior attempts to stop Kublai Khan's Mongol hordes from overrunning Japan in the 13th ce

A Spectacular Showdown
3.1

A Spectacular Showdown

1959-08-09

One of the great stories from Japan’s rich history comes to life in this true tale of the bloody sho

A Chivalrous Spirit
3.5

A Chivalrous Spirit

1958-01-03

An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of per

Secret of The Golden Spell
2.9

Secret of The Golden Spell

1958-03-18

One of Japan’s most popular folklore characters, Tange Sazen, the one-eyed and one-armed swordsman,

A Martial Crowd
2.9

A Martial Crowd

1958-06-03

As a result of a superstitious belief that twins bring bad luck to the family, newborn twin princess

Lord Mito
2.7

Lord Mito

1957-08-11

This most celebrated all-star movie version of the popular series features Tsukigata Ryunosuke as Mi

Shimizu Port of Chivalry
3.8

Shimizu Port of Chivalry

1957-01-03

An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of per

Falcon Magistrate
0

Falcon Magistrate

1957-11-17

Toyama Kinshiro, a commissioner from northern Edo, goes undercover to unravel the mystery behind a s

Vanquished Foes
3.5

Vanquished Foes

1964-01-09

A skilled assassin's services are called upon to put an end to the ugly turf battle between two yaku

Tragedy of the Coolie Samurai
4.5

Tragedy of the Coolie Samurai

1963-04-21

Gonza was a handsome young laborer, a footman and spear-carrier, working hard for his meager wage. A

The Seven Vows
3.5

The Seven Vows

1956-12-26

Toruhan, a king’s retainer, embarks on a journey to find a royal treasure that can only be revealed

The Seven Vows, Part 2
3.5

The Seven Vows, Part 2

1957-01-03

The adventures of Goro and his fellow samurai continue in its second installment. While being held c

The Seven Vows, Part 3
3.5

The Seven Vows, Part 3

1957-01-09

The adventures of Goro and his fellow samurai concludes. After their turbulent journey, the seven cr

Ukyunosuke on Patrol
3.5

Ukyunosuke on Patrol

1963-11-20

This is one of the most powerfully effective ninja films that dispenses with the silly magic of earl

Revenge for His Lover
0

Revenge for His Lover

1962-11-11

Kamio a mistreated samurai clerk of Edo Castle and ronin (“Sir Quarrel”) Ibara, take up a vendetta a

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 4
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Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 4

1960-04-16

Aoi Shingo, a son of the Shogun, continues his travels seeking to further his mastery of the sword.

Tange Sazen and the Princess
2.6

Tange Sazen and the Princess

1961-05-03

Tange Sazen interferes with an evil plot against the Iga Yagyu family.

Mysteries of Edo
3

Mysteries of Edo

1956-11-07

A princess in disguise, Oshichi launches an investigation to reveal the truth about the disappearanc

Tattoo of Love
0

Tattoo of Love

1963-02-10

The great Okawa Hashizo, in one of his most powerful roles risks his life and limb to help save the

Tange Sazen: Mystery of the Twin Dragons
2.5

Tange Sazen: Mystery of the Twin Dragons

1959-01-03

In this film in the long running series, Tange Sazen and his friends are asked to guard a dragon-sha

Tengu Priest
0

Tengu Priest

1962-11-02

Kichizaburo, a samurai keeping peace in Edo, helps a young geisha Kozome avenge her father’s death.

Scramble for Fortune
2.5

Scramble for Fortune

1956-10-09

A young man and a woman are on a mission to protect a mysterious mirror that hides the secrets of a

Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut
3

Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut

1964-03-12

In this exciting sequel to the popular samurai-ninja movie Ukyunosuke On Patrol, his mission to aven

Good Rascals
3

Good Rascals

1962-01-14

A group of men living a low life in Edo help each other to make the best out of their lives.

Fighting Disposition
0

Fighting Disposition

1958-12-27

With the help of famous yakuza Jirocho, brave and quick tempered Eijiro takes revenge on the death o

Her Son Came Back
0

Her Son Came Back

1958-04-01

Kind hearted yakuza Hanjiro of Asama risks his life in saving his henchman Genjiro and his family.

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2
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Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 1 and 2

1959-01-01

A young samurai learns that he is the illegitimate son of the Shogun. Hoping to reunite with his bir

The Envoy
0

The Envoy

1958-09-16

Sinza who is secretly the well known "Sea Glow Burglar", gives to the poor the money he takes from t

The Pirates
3.6

The Pirates

1960-09-18

Finding more freedom on the high seas than in war-torn Japan, the 'Bahansen' (Pirate ships) based on

Shingo's Final Duel
0

Shingo's Final Duel

1964-05-23

After Aoi Shingo, the illegitimate son of Shogun Yoshimune has gained prominence as the finest sword

Bored Hatamoto: Idle Vassal Tribute
2.5

Bored Hatamoto: Idle Vassal Tribute

1958-08-12

Master swordsman and loya 'Hatamoto' (direct vassal to the Shogun), Saotome Mondonosuke, is sent to

No Stronger Swords
3

No Stronger Swords

1959-05-05

Featuring some of the finest swordsmen ever to grace the silver screen, this Toei classic tells the

The Third Contest
3.5

The Third Contest

1965-03-07

Mondonosuke, a young sword student, has a bad dream about his sensei being killed in a duel.Conseque

The Scarlet Cherry Lord
3.8

The Scarlet Cherry Lord

1958-01-29

Light-hearted samurai comedy. The second son of a feudal lord runs away from an arranged marriage. H

A Young Warrior on Mount Fuji
2.1

A Young Warrior on Mount Fuji

1961-04-09

The epic battles between the Heike and Genji (Taira and Minamoto clans) take centerstage as the defe

Case of a Young Lord 1
0

Case of a Young Lord 1

1956-02-25

As a result of illness and unemployment, Yamaoka Tatewaki, a "Hatamoto" (or direct vassal of the Sho

The Mad Fox
3.7

The Mad Fox

1962-05-01

A court fortune-teller loses his mind after a conspiracy leads to the death of his lover. Hope appea

Castle of Flames
3.6

Castle of Flames

1960-10-30

In 17th century Japan, Young Lord Masato returns after years abroad to find everything changed: his

Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage
3

Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage

1960-05-29

A kindhearted wandering gambler named Hajiro gets involved in a crisis of a village as he passes thr

Case of a Young Lord 9: Black Camellia
3.5

Case of a Young Lord 9: Black Camellia

1961-09-23

Escaping the hustle and bustle of Edo, the Young Lord came to Oshima Island in Izu to take a vacatio

Tokaido Fullhouse
3.5

Tokaido Fullhouse

1963-01-03

When Kanbe Nagakichi has his turf taken over by Ano-Toku, the father-in-law of his sworn brother Kir

Echo in the Mountains
3

Echo in the Mountains

1959-09-20

A man is brutally murdered and his famed shamisen (a three-stringed musical instrument) called the "

Giant Rumble
3

Giant Rumble

1964-09-05

In this gritty tale of gamblers battling in the samurai era, Okawa Hashizo gives perhaps his greates

Mark of Blood
3

Mark of Blood

1962-10-12

Three young yakuza, Fujitaro, Matsugoro and Kanjuro, travel the country fighting evil.

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3
0

Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3

1960-03-27

The adventures of Aoi Shingo continue. Shingo is finally given permission to officially meet his fat

The Lost Public Funds
5

The Lost Public Funds

1958-11-11

Four thousand gold coins were stolen from the vault of Nijo Castle in Kyoto, which were collected as

Case of a Young Lord 2
0

Case of a Young Lord 2

1956-02-25

After getting permission to dig up the pawnbroker's grave, Young lord samurai was surprised to find

Case of a Young Lord 3
0

Case of a Young Lord 3

1956-06-21

Okawa Hashizo as 'Young Lord', the unlikely sleuth sets out to untangle the riddle of what went on a

Case of a Young Lord 8
4.5

Case of a Young Lord 8

1960-12-27

A family is brutally murdered in their own home and the official government's sake dealer is framed

Case of a Young Lord 4: Bridal Robe in Blood
0

Case of a Young Lord 4: Bridal Robe in Blood

1957-03-04

A murdered pawnbroker found clutching a blood-soaked wedding gown, the kidnapped daughter of a Shogu

Case of a Young Lord 7: Red Crane House
4.5

Case of a Young Lord 7: Red Crane House

1958-12-15

All is not well in an a small fishing village not far from Edo. Mysterious goings-on are happening a

Lord Mito: All Star Version
4.2

Lord Mito: All Star Version

1960-08-07

In 1691 a terrible fire broke out in Denmacho, Yotsuya, burning down the towns around it, up to the

The Man Who Came to Shimizu Harbor
3

The Man Who Came to Shimizu Harbor

1960-07-31

One of Japan's most enduring stories is the true-life yakuza boss Jirocho of Shimizu and his gang as

Bloody Battle at Dawn
2.5

Bloody Battle at Dawn

1959-10-10

A story of revenge between two samurai families on the Igagoe Road. Araki Mataemon born in the provi

Avenging Father
4.5

Avenging Father

1956-10-17

The Happy Wanderer
0

The Happy Wanderer

1956-05-11

Chivalrous Nature
0

Chivalrous Nature

1965-08-01

Young Master Yakuza: Edoite Goblin
0

Young Master Yakuza: Edoite Goblin

1963-09-21

Yakuza Vassal
0

Yakuza Vassal

1966-03-10

A young samurai defends townsfolk from evil forces.

Two Daimyos
0

Two Daimyos

1957-05-28

Yata, a boatman from Edo who is manipulated by the conspiracy of the Dewa Rokugo clan, is the spitti