August Without Emperor

Plot Summary

Taking the Chilean coup as an example, a group of young officers plan to overthrow the Japanese government on V-J Day. They aim to abolish the post-war constitution, restore the national army and revive the traditional spirit of Japan. As the conspiracy is exposed, the coup squadrons are wiped out one by one. The remaining squadron takes over a night train bound for Tokyo.

Top Cast

Tsunehiko Watase Akimasa Fujisaki

Sayuri Yoshinaga Kyoko Fujisaki

Etsushi Takahashi Yasuhisa Toshikura

Kei Yamamoto Hiroaki Ishimori

Rentaro Mikuni Tameichiro Emi