Flower and Sword 2017
Set against the turbulent backdrop of late 16th-century Japan, *Flower and Sword (2017)* weaves a tale of artistry, politics, and survival through the eyes of Monk Senko Ikenobo, a master of flower arrangement.
Director: Tetsuo Shinohara
Cast
Mansai Nomura
Senko Ikenobo
Ennosuke Ichikawa
Hideyoshi Toyotomi
Kiichi Nakai
Nobunaga Oda
Kuranosuke Sasaki
Toshiie Maeda
Koichi Sato
Sen no Rikyu
Katsumi Takahashi
Kichiemon
Aoi Morikawa
Ren
Takaya Yamauchi
Senbaku
Masato Wada
Senbu
Eisaku Yoshida
Mitsunari Ishida
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flower and Sword (2017) about?
*Flower and Sword* follows the journey of Senko Ikenobo, a monk and master of flower arrangement, who seeks to bring beauty and hope to a land ravaged by war. As he befriends the politically influential Sen no Rikyu, their bond exposes the tensions between artistic purity and the brutal realities of power under Hideyoshi Toyotomi's rule.
Who directed Flower and Sword?
Tetsuo Shinohara directed *Flower and Sword*. Known for his historical dramas, Shinohara brings a visual and thematic depth to this period piece.
Who stars in Flower and Sword?
The film stars Mansai Nomura, Ennosuke Ichikawa, Kiichi Nakai, Kuranosuke Sasaki, and Koichi Sato in leading roles.
Is Flower and Sword (2017) worth watching?
If you enjoy period dramas that blend artistry with political intrigue, *Flower and Sword* is a thoughtful choice. Its quiet intensity and strong performances anchor a story that's as much about cultural legacy as it is about survival in a changing world.
How long is Flower and Sword?
Flower and Sword runs for 127 minutes.
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About Flower and Sword (2017) — A Master of Flowers Navigates War and Power in Feudal Japan
Set against the turbulent backdrop of late 16th-century Japan, *Flower and Sword (2017)* weaves a tale of artistry, politics, and survival through the eyes of Monk Senko Ikenobo, a master of flower arrangement. Directed by Tetsuo Shinohara, this atmospheric drama blends comedy and deep emotional stakes as Senko tries to bring fleeting moments of beauty to a war-torn world. His friendship with the influential Sen no Rikyu, a monk and tea master whose political clout stirs both admiration and danger, adds layers of intrigue. As the ambitious Hideyoshi Toyotomi tightens his grip on power, the fragile peace—and the lives of those who dare to create—hang in the balance.
Shot with a contemplative eye for tradition and change, *Flower and Sword* explores themes of legacy, resistance through culture, and the cost of ambition. Shinohara crafts a visually rich film where every petal and gesture carries weight, making it as much a meditation on art's power as it is a historical drama.
