Japan's Don is a 2019 Japanese drama film directed by Hiroshi Nishitani and based on the autobiographical novel by Isao Kiriyama. The story is set in the 1960s in Tokyo, where the Yakuza leader, Isao Kiriyama, is known as 'The Don' and runs the Kiriyama Group. He is a formidable and respected figure in the criminal underworld, but he also has a softer side.
His wife has passed away, and he is left to raise his three daughters on his own. He is a loving father and wants the best for his children, but he knows that his violent lifestyle is not conducive to a stable family life. He struggles to balance his duties as a leader of the Yakuza with his responsibilities as a father.
As the movie progresses, his eldest daughter, Eiko, falls in love with a non-Yakuza man and wants to get married. Isao is torn between his loyalty to his daughter and his obligation to the Kiriyama Group. He must make difficult decisions to protect his daughter and maintain his position as the Don.
The film is a compelling drama that portrays the complexities of the Yakuza organization and the importance of family and loyalty. It stars Takeshi Kitano as Isao Kiriyama and Hana Sugisaki, Moka Kamishiraishi, and Hayato Ichihara as his daughters. Japan's Don received positive reviews for its engaging storyline and strong performances from the cast.
