Sanga Moyu_
The three Amaba brothers are second-generation Japanese Americans, whose allegiances are torn by the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Determined to show his loyalty to his adopted country, Isamu volunteers for the U.S. Army and is shipped off to fight in Europe. A second brother, studying in Japan at the outbreak of hostilities, is conscripted to fight against the Americans as a Japanese soldier. The third brother Kenji (Matsumoto) avoids conflict by enlisting as a military interpreter, in which capacity he witnesses the war crimes trials that followed Japan's defeat.
Created By
Toyoko Yamasaki
Network
NHK
Episodes
51
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Overview
Sanga Moyu has 1 season with 51 episodes spanning 1984.
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Year context
Sanga Moyu first aired 42 years ago in 1984.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (1 season, 51 episodes)
SEASON 1
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
51
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Toyoko Yamasaki
NETWORKS (1)
NHK
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Sanga Moyu about?
The three Amaba brothers are second-generation Japanese Americans, whose allegiances are torn by the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Determined to show his loyalty to his adopted country, Isamu volunteers for the U.S. Army and is shipped off to fight in Europe. A second brother, studying in Japan at the outbreak of hostilities, is conscripted to fight against the Americans as a Japanese soldier. The third brother Kenji (Matsumoto) avoids conflict by enlisting as a military interpreter, in which capacity he witnesses the war crimes trials that followed Japan's defeat.
How many seasons does Sanga Moyu have?
Sanga Moyu has 1 season with 51 episodes total.
Who created Sanga Moyu?
Sanga Moyu was created by Toyoko Yamasaki.
Who stars in Sanga Moyu?
The cast of Sanga Moyu includes Matsumoto Hakuō II, Toshirō Mifune, Kenji Sawada, Kiyoshi Kodama, Toshiyuki Nishida.
Is Sanga Moyu still running?
Sanga Moyu has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Drama
