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Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style

宮本武蔵 二刀流開眼

Synopsis

In the third installment of Yoshikawa's novel Musashi, things continue from the 2nd film at the end of battle, where Miyamoto continues on a mission of learning; with the introduction of his arch-rival Sasaki Kojiro; and lastly the large cast of characters rendezvouses for a fateful finale.

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Type: Clip • Published 2026-01-21

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Tomu Uchida
Screenplay & Story
Naoyuki Suzuki, Tomu Uchida
Original Score
Taichiro Kosugi
Original Title
宮本武蔵 二刀流開眼
Country of Origin
Japan
Spoken Languages
Japanese
Runtime
1h 43m
Production Studios
Toei Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Tomu Uchida

Screenplay & Story

Naoyuki Suzuki, Tomu Uchida, Eiji Yoshikawa

Original Score & Music

Taichiro Kosugi

Director of Photography

Sadaji Yoshida

Film Editing

Shintarō Miyamoto

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Eiji Yoshikawa

Department Leadership Roster

Tomu Uchida

Tomu Uchida

Director

Naoyuki Suzuki

Screenplay

Tomu Uchida

Tomu Uchida

Screenplay

Sadaji Yoshida

Director of Photography

Shintarō Miyamoto

Editor

Taichiro Kosugi

Original Music Composer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style about?

In the third installment of Yoshikawa's novel Musashi, things continue from the 2nd film at the end of battle, where Miyamoto continues on a mission of learning; with the introduction of his arch-rival Sasaki Kojiro; and lastly the large cast of characters rendezvouses for a fateful finale.

Who directed Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style?

Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style was directed by Tomu Uchida.

Who stars in Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style?

The principal cast of Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style includes Kinnosuke Nakamura, Wakaba Irie, Isao Kimura, Chieko Naniwa, Mitsuru Takeuchi.

When was Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style released and how long is it?

Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.

Who composed the musical score for Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style was composed by Taichiro Kosugi.

Is Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style based on a book or true story?

Miyamoto Musashi III: Birth of Two Sword Style is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Eiji Yoshikawa".