Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer
Originally released in 2012. Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer is a drama/history film. directed by Yojiro Takita. With a runtime of 2h 21m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Aoi Miyazaki, Junichi Okada, and Kiichi Nakai
Synopsis
A chronicle of the life of Yasui Santetsu, a 17th century master of go who turned his attention to astronomy and created a new calendar for Japan. Based on the life of Santetsu Yasui (December 27, 1639-November 1, 1715), appointed as the first official astronomer in the Edo Period and would go on to create the Jokyo calendar at the imperial request.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
2h 21m
141 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- KADOKAWA
- Shochiku Studio
- KADOKAWA Shoten
- TBS
- J Storm
- MBS
- CBC
- RKB Mainichi Broadcasting Corporation
- WOWOW
- Hokkaido Broadcasting
- The Asahi Shimbun
- Mainichi Shimbun
- jeki
- Fukushima MinpΕ
- TV-U Fukushima
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer about?
A chronicle of the life of Yasui Santetsu, a 17th century master of go who turned his attention to astronomy and created a new calendar for Japan. Based on the life of Santetsu Yasui (December 27, ...
Who directed Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer?
Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer was directed by Yojiro Takita.
How long is Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer?
Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).
When was Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer released?
Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer was released on September 15, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer?
The main cast of Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer includes Aoi Miyazaki, Junichi Okada, Kiichi Nakai, Ryuta Sato, Takashi Sasano.