Direction: Hiromasa Nomura

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Sanae Takasugi · Tokuji Kobayashi · Tomio Aoki · Mitsuko Yoshikawa

Synopsis Mother's Love Letter (1935) is a charming domestic comedy that centers around a dynamic family operating a judo school. The narrative revolves around a resilient wife who holds a strong presence in the household, and her husband, who is often...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Hideo Fujino · Choko Iida · Sojin · Hiroko Kawasaki

Synopsis Housewife Camellia (1936) follows the story of a woman whose husband, bound by a debt of loyalty to his master, flees after taking the blame for his master's crime of murder. Left behind, the wife is consumed by worry and...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Shozaburo Abe · Mariko Aoyama · Hideo Fujino · Masao Hayama

Synopsis Okinu and Clerk (1940) tells the story of Okinu, the daughter of a hosiery business proprietor, who harbors deep feelings for Yukidon, the youthful manager of the store. Their interactions, however, are marked by constant arguments. Complications arise when the...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura · Minoru Shibuya

Cast Reikichi Kawamura · Mieko Takamine · Ken Uehara · Kinuyo Tanaka

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Tomio Aoki · Toru Hirose · Akio Isono · Sojin

Synopsis Kokumin no chikai (1938) is a cinematic production primarily filmed in the picturesque Japanese skiing destination, Hokkaido, during the years 1937 and 1938. The film was crafted with the aim of fostering enthusiasm for the upcoming 1940 Winter Olympics, which...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Michiko Kuwano · Chishu Ryu · Shin Saburi · Shûji Sano

Synopsis Let's go in good spirits (1941) follows the story of a mining engineer named Imai, who finds himself in a dispute with his servant, Okiyama, over financial matters. This disagreement serves as a catalyst for Imai to learn more about...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Shozaburo Abe · Akio Isono · Sojin · Reikichi Kawamura

Synopsis Yotamono to komachimusume (1935) is a delightful Japanese comedy from the twilight of the silent film era, enhanced with a musical score. Part of a beloved series, this film weaves together a tale of rivalry, a playful prank, and a...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Reikichi Kawamura · Kinuyo Tanaka · Kuniko Igawa · Fumiko Katsuragi

Synopsis Kinuyo's First Love (1940) follows the narrative of a young woman named Kinuyo, who resides in a bustling downtown area and works in her family's rice cracker shop. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she develops romantic feelings for...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Michiyo Kogure · Tamao Nakamura · Michiko Ono

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Mitsuko Higashiyama · Akio Isono · Shusuke Ken · Tokuji Kobayashi

Synopsis Joi Kinuyo sensei (1937) follows the story of Kinuyo (Kinuyo Tanaka) and Yasuo (Shin Saburi), two doctors residing in the same neighborhood. Their families have been embroiled in a long-standing feud dating back to their ancestors, yet Kinuyo and Yasuo...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Synopsis Dance of the Capital (1942) unfolds during a period of high political tension in the capital city. News spreads rapidly that a prominent advocate for Japan's border opening has been murdered. Authorities swiftly identify a suspect, but the question lingers:...

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Kinuyo Tanaka · Ken Uehara · Hideo Fujino · Mitsuko Higashiyama

Synopsis Aizen katsura (1938) follows the story of a young physician, Kozo Tsumura (Uehara), who develops feelings for a young nurse, Katsue Takaishi (Tanaka). However, Katsue harbors a secret: she is a widow with a child. The couple plans to elope...