The Grand Master

Drama

🏆 Fan Favorite

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee

Director Daisuke Itō

Status Released

Release Date 1948-10-18

Storyline

Shogi, a Japanese form of chess, is a game that requires skill and determination. When poor sandal-maker Sakata decides to pursue his dream of becoming the Shogi Grand Master Champion, everything is at stake – including his family. What will it cost for Sakata to follow his passion?

"Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata."