The Road To Ashura
阿修羅への道
Synopsis
Action film co-starring Hakuryu and Ozawa Hitoshi, stars who epitomize the villain role in Japan. Director Kataoka Shuji has released numerous yakuza films. Former army hitman Wolf (Hakuryu) gets contracted to assassinate a big shot who controls Japan-Korea drug interests, and heads from Korea to Japan. However, the assassination fails and he becomes a hunted man. Meanwhile, Shinjuku North Police Station detective Hyodo (Ozawa) works solo in pursuit of a clandestine drug trafficking route.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 12, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shūji Kataoka
- Screenplay & Story
- Shūji Kataoka
- Original Title
- 阿修羅への道
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shūji Kataoka
Shūji Kataoka
Department Leadership Roster
Shūji Kataoka
Director
Shūji Kataoka
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Road To Ashura
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Road To Ashura about?
Action film co-starring Hakuryu and Ozawa Hitoshi, stars who epitomize the villain role in Japan. Director Kataoka Shuji has released numerous yakuza films. Former army hitman Wolf (Hakuryu) gets contracted to assassinate a big shot who controls Japan-Korea drug interests, and heads from Korea to Japan. However, the assassination fails and he becomes a hunted man. Meanwhile, Shinjuku North Police Station detective Hyodo (Ozawa) works solo in pursuit of a clandestine drug trafficking route.
Who directed The Road To Ashura?
The Road To Ashura was directed by Shūji Kataoka.
Who stars in The Road To Ashura?
The principal cast of The Road To Ashura includes Hakuryu, Hitoshi Ozawa, Miki Inoue.
When was The Road To Ashura released and how long is it?
The Road To Ashura was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.