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Akagi (2015)

TV Series ★ 7.0 60 min

Crime Drama

Akagi Shigeru is a young, white-haired mahjong genius. One summer in 1965, he ends up facing off against Washizu Iwao, Japan’s King of Darkness who has amassed enormous fortune and power, at the request of his acquaintance, the rogue detective Yasuoka. As the observer, Ogi Takeshi, a leader of the henchmen of Inada-gumi watches over them, mahjong with special rules called Washizu Mahjong begins. It is a life or death struggle with Akagi’s fresh blood and Washizu’s entire fortune at stake.

Mitsuru Kubota Director Hitoshi Iwamoto Director

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Released
July 18, 2015
Runtime
60 min
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Cast

Kanata Hongo Kanata Hongo Shigeru Akagi（赤木 しげる） Masahiko Tsugawa Masahiko Tsugawa Iwao Washizu（鷲巣 巌） Yoji Tanaka Yoji Tanaka Takeshi Ogi（仰木 武司） Satoshi Jinbo Satoshi Jinbo Yasuoka（安岡）

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Frequently asked questions

What is Akagi about?
Akagi Shigeru is a young, white-haired mahjong genius. One summer in 1965, he ends up facing off against Washizu Iwao, Japan’s King of Darkness who has amassed enormous fortune and power, at the request of his acquaintance, the rogue detective Yasuoka. As the observer, Ogi Takeshi, a leader of the henchmen of Inada-gumi watches over them, mahjong with special rules called Washizu Mahjong begins. It is a life or death struggle with Akagi’s fresh blood and Washizu’s entire fortune at stake.
Who created Akagi?
Akagi was created by Mitsuru Kubota, Hitoshi Iwamoto.
Who stars in Akagi?
Akagi stars Kanata Hongo, Masahiko Tsugawa, Yoji Tanaka, Satoshi Jinbo.
When was Akagi released?
Akagi is a 2015 crime, drama series.
Where can I watch Akagi?
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