Sonno Joi
Originally released in 1927. Sonno Joi is a feature film. directed by Tomiyasu Ikeda.
Starring Denjirō Ōkōchi, Tamitaro Onoe, and Haruko Sawamura
Synopsis
For nearly 300 years, Japan had been hermetically sealed to the outside world. When, in that pivotal year of 1854, the American Admiral Perry took the direct approach that the Dutch had been unwilling to take, the ruling Shogun knew that the dynasty was over. As the shogun began to open up to the outside world, the Sonno Joi movement called for this to be reversed...
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1927
98 years ago
User Rating
4.5/10
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Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonno Joi about?
For nearly 300 years, Japan had been hermetically sealed to the outside world. When, in that pivotal year of 1854, the American Admiral Perry took the direct approach that the Dutch had been unwill...
Who directed Sonno Joi?
Sonno Joi was directed by Tomiyasu Ikeda.
When was Sonno Joi released?
Sonno Joi was released on October 1, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sonno Joi?
The main cast of Sonno Joi includes Denjirō Ōkōchi, Tamitaro Onoe, Haruko Sawamura, Kaichi Yamamoto, Jūrō Tanizaki.