In January 1904, the situation between Japan and Russia had grown tense. The Emperor Meiji is deeply concerned, for Russia has started to build an invincible fortress at Port Arthur, and the relations between two countries have become strained to breaking point. General Nogi has retired to the first reserve and is now a gentleman farmer, but he is prepared for sudden mobilization. Finally, Japan declares war against Russia and Emperor Meiji appoints General Nogi as the commander of the force to attack Port Arthur. However, in spite of several all-out attacks, the fortress is strong and the casualties increase among the Japanese. Because of these reverses, there are loud cries for a change in command. However, the Emperor places his confidence in General Nogi.
嵐寛寿郎
as Emperor Meiji
高倉みゆき
as Empress Shôken
林寛
as General Nogi Maresuke
Hikosaburo Kataoka
as Katsunori, Nogi's first son
和田孝
as
村瀬幸子
as Shizuko
近衛敏明
as
沼田曜一
as General Kodama Gentarô
江見俊太郎
as
御木本伸介
as
