The Life of Chikuzan
After over 50 years of wandering up and down Japan, finally in the 1970s, the rough-hewn blind shamisen player and folk-song collector named Takahashi Chikuzan became a musical sensation. This biographical drama chronicles his wanderings and his life, with a particular focus on his humble beginnings as a peasant on a remote and arid island.
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Cast
Ryūzō Hayashi
Chikuzan Takahashi
Nobuko Otowa
Toyo, Mother
Mitsuko Baisho
Chikuzan's 2nd wife
Dai Kanai
Sadakichi, Father
Hiroko Isayama
Tomiko
Hideo Kanze
Tokura
Atsuko Kawaguchi
Otoki
Takuzō Kawatani
Senta
Hōsei Komatsu
Goto
Akemi Negishi
Tami
Sumie Sasaki
Maid
Yoshie Shimamura
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What is The Life of Chikuzan (1977) about?
The Life of Chikuzan is a 1977 drama, history film with a runtime of 2h 4m. Directed by Kaneto Shindō. Find cast, ratings, and streaming options on LiveStreamTV.pk.
▸Where can I watch The Life of Chikuzan?
The Life of Chikuzan may be available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, or others. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for current availability in your region.
▸Who directed The Life of Chikuzan?
The Life of Chikuzan was directed by Kaneto Shindō.
