At the time between the World Wars, Japan is involved in empire-building throughout East and Southeast Asia. After a brief career as a low-level military adventurer, Iheiji sets up chains of brothels throughout Asia. As Japan's power in the region grows, so does Iheiji's prosperity and patriotism.
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| Directing | Shōhei Imamura | Director |
| Sound | Shinichirô Ikebe | Original Music Composer |
| Editing | Hajime Okayasu | Editor |
| Writing | Shōhei Imamura | Writer |
| Art | Yoshinaga Yoko'o | Art Direction |
| Camera | Masao Tochizawa | Director of Photography |
| Writing | Kôta Okabe | Writer |
| Directing | Takashi Miike | Assistant Director |