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Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows

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Made-for-TV movie based on the novel “The Puppeteer in the Shadows” by master storyteller Fujisawa Shuhei, this tale of swordsmanship, heroism, and romance in the highest chambers of power in the Tokugawa shogunate. Caught up in deadly…

DirectorsToshio Masuda·Makoto Ohara

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Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows was released on January 2, 1997 but we couldn't find it on any streaming service yet. Rights can change — try again later.

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Cast · Directed by Toshio Masuda

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Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows?

Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows on Netflix?

No, Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows for free?

Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows?

Fujisawa Shuhei's Sparkling Sword: Puppeteer in the Shadows hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 20, 1997. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.