What is fu-un bakumatsu-den?

Fu-un Bakumatsu-den is a Japanese historical fantasy film released in 2006. It was directed by Yoichi Sai and starred Sousuke Takaoka, Yumiko Shaku, and Kyoko Hasegawa. The film is set during the Bakumatsu period of Japanese history, a time of social and political upheaval that marked the end of the Tokugawa shogunate and the beginning of the Meiji Restoration.

Fu-un Bakumatsu-den follows the story of two childhood friends, Jubei (played by Takaoka) and Genzaburo (played by Ryohei Hirota), who have become rival samurai. They find themselves fighting on opposite sides of a conflict between the shogunate and the imperial forces seeking to overthrow it. Along the way, they encounter various historical figures such as Sakamoto Ryoma and Katsu Kaishu.

The film is known for its blend of historical drama and fantastical elements such as supernatural powers and mythological creatures. It received mixed reviews upon release but was praised for its action scenes and visuals.