The Grand Master
"Based on the true story of master shogi player, Sankichi Sakata."
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?
| Release Date | October 18, 1948 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | 王将 | |
| Runtime | 1h 34min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | Japanese | |
| Original Language | Japanese | |
| Production Countries | Japan | |
| Production Companies | Daiei Film | |