Ninsho (2017)
Ninsho becomes a monk, following his mother’s wish who died when he was little. His father devotes his fortune for Ninsho to become a great monk. Ninsho helps with relief effort to save people who suffer from famine and disease. One day, he meets a woman with problems with her legs. She makes a living by begging. Ninsho carries her on his back everyday.
Director: Masatoshi Akihara
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Motoya Izumi as Ninsho |
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Emi Kobayashi as Monogo |
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Toshiki Ayata as Eison |
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Inori Imamura as Tanmono ya (textile fabrics store) |
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Mitsuho Ōtani as Tachibanaji |
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Yoji Matsuda as Teishi Tomo |
| Directing | Masatoshi Akihara | Director |
| Writing | Yukie Ochiai | Writer |