Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
The blind masseuse is targeted by the leader of a powerful yakuza group while also fending off a jealous husband bent on revenge. Zatoichi tours Edo's underground via a rousing onsen fight scene, gambling houses and the gender-bending character of Umeji, before a final, flame-filled conflagration.
Where to watch Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival in United States
Criterion Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video |
About Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival is a 1970 Japanese-language adventure, action and drama film directed by Kenji Misumi. The cast is led by Shintarō Katsu, Tatsuya Nakadai, Reiko Ōhara. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival was produced by Katsu Production, Dainichi-Eihai, and Daiei Film and made in Japan. It was released on August 12, 1970.
- Director
- Kenji Misumi
- Writers
- Yamada Takayuki, Shintarō Katsu
- Release date
- August 12, 1970
- Original language
- Japanese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- Katsu Production, Dainichi-Eihai, Daiei Film
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival cast & crew
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival was directed by Kenji Misumi and written by Yamada Takayuki and Shintarō Katsu.
The cast features Shintarō Katsu as Zatoichi, Tatsuya Nakadai as Ronin, Reiko Ōhara as Okiyo, Masayuki Mori as Boss Yamikubo, Shinnosuke Ikehata as Umeji, and Kazuko Yoshiyuki as Wife.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Isao Tomita, cinematography is by Kazuo Miyagawa, and it was produced by Shintarō Katsu.
Is Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival worth watching?
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure, action, and drama, Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
In United States, you can stream Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
Rate & review
Your rating and review are saved privately in this browser — no account needed.
Cast of Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
Shintarō Katsu
Zatoichi
Tatsuya Nakadai
Ronin
Reiko Ōhara
Okiyo
Masayuki Mori
Boss Yamikubo
Shinnosuke Ikehata
Umeji
Kazuko Yoshiyuki
Wife
Kō Nishimura
Migi
Ryūnosuke Kaneda
Boss Kuroko
Kunie Tanaka
Osami Nabe
Jun Nagasawa
Toshie Shoji
More from the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman Collection
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival in United States?
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival in?
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival?
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
More like Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
