--- product_id: 5275080 title: "Black Belt" price: "₱1862" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5275080-black-belt store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Black Belt **Price:** ₱1862 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Belt - **How much does it cost?** ₱1862 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5275080-black-belt) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Real Fights! Real Karate! Real Japan! Before World War II, three disciples, Taikan, Choei, and Giryu, were taught by karate master Eiken Shibara in a remote mountain dojo. When the Japanese military police attempt to seize the training hall, the three disciples resist and soundly defeat them, though Choei receives a crippling injury. Afterwards, on his deathbed, their master bids his pupils to focus their skills inward and decide who is worthy of being his successor and inheriting his black belt. Taikan and Giryu, the only two viable candidates, follow different paths on their journey to discovering the meaning behind their master's last words. A thinking person's martial-arts saga. --Variety Review: Great Movie for the Traditional Martial Artist - or anyone who loves Martial Arts! - Outstanding traditional martial arts movie. Tatsuya Naka (currently JKA 7th Dan - Shotokan) truly shines with both his acting and amazing martial arts skills. He plays Taikan, the student who initially goes against his sensei's teachings, using excessive force against his opponents. Akihito Yagi plays Giryu, the student who follows sensei's teaching to the letter, and does not use force against his opponents, only blocks, albeit with tremendous force. Yagi is a 7th Dan in Gojo Ryu, and also displays great acting and martial arts skills. Choei, played by Yuji Suzuki, who is a shodan in Kyokushin Karate, is sensei's student who must decide who will earn sensei's black belt (koru obi), after he passes away. Awesome character development, great story, phenomenal acting and martial arts. The music by Naoki Sato is something one could listen to all day! I have already watched this movie four times, not counting the number of times I watch the last scene and the credits, as both Naka and Yagi perform kata with Sato's music playing in the background...only wish this section was longer!!! A movie one could easily watch and enjoy numerous times. Japanese with English Subtitles. Review: A Truly Meaningful Film About The Essence of Karate-do - I sat transfixed during this movie. It was as though I had waited to see this film my entire life. I have been a practitioner of Karate-do since I was in high school and have never seen anything like this. From the deep symbolism and the philosophical questions the film raises to the STUNNING representation of traditional karate, it is a film that all karateka should see. To me, it is the best representation of the ideals, spirit, execution and philosophy of Karate-do that has yet to be created. I found out after seeing the film that the actors are highly accomplished karateka in real life (Naka in Shotokan, Yagi in Okinawan Goju-Ryu), but their acting is so good that while watching I found myself wondering how they were able to teach these actors such solid karate. I will always be grateful that this film got made, and that desertcart suggested it for me after I investigated 'Fighter In The Wind.' Kuro Obi is an invaluable film. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 173 Reviews | ## Images ![Black Belt - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71RWvzabSSS.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Movie for the Traditional Martial Artist - or anyone who loves Martial Arts! *by M***. on August 10, 2017* Outstanding traditional martial arts movie. Tatsuya Naka (currently JKA 7th Dan - Shotokan) truly shines with both his acting and amazing martial arts skills. He plays Taikan, the student who initially goes against his sensei's teachings, using excessive force against his opponents. Akihito Yagi plays Giryu, the student who follows sensei's teaching to the letter, and does not use force against his opponents, only blocks, albeit with tremendous force. Yagi is a 7th Dan in Gojo Ryu, and also displays great acting and martial arts skills. Choei, played by Yuji Suzuki, who is a shodan in Kyokushin Karate, is sensei's student who must decide who will earn sensei's black belt (koru obi), after he passes away. Awesome character development, great story, phenomenal acting and martial arts. The music by Naoki Sato is something one could listen to all day! I have already watched this movie four times, not counting the number of times I watch the last scene and the credits, as both Naka and Yagi perform kata with Sato's music playing in the background...only wish this section was longer!!! A movie one could easily watch and enjoy numerous times. Japanese with English Subtitles. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Truly Meaningful Film About The Essence of Karate-do *by G***Z on April 19, 2011* I sat transfixed during this movie. It was as though I had waited to see this film my entire life. I have been a practitioner of Karate-do since I was in high school and have never seen anything like this. From the deep symbolism and the philosophical questions the film raises to the STUNNING representation of traditional karate, it is a film that all karateka should see. To me, it is the best representation of the ideals, spirit, execution and philosophy of Karate-do that has yet to be created. I found out after seeing the film that the actors are highly accomplished karateka in real life (Naka in Shotokan, Yagi in Okinawan Goju-Ryu), but their acting is so good that while watching I found myself wondering how they were able to teach these actors such solid karate. I will always be grateful that this film got made, and that Amazon suggested it for me after I investigated 'Fighter In The Wind.' Kuro Obi is an invaluable film. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCELLENT PORTRAYAL OF SEVERAL TRUTHS *by W***S on October 8, 2009* "BLACK BELT" is a well-done film which reminds viewers of several important historical and martial arts facts. One, the complete and utter barbarism demonstrated through the rise of Japanese militarism during the late 1930s and 1940s. Two, the physical effectiveness of karate techniques and how they can be misused - even after years of serious training by a practitioner. And lastly, the transcendant power of man's inner morality - a trait which always triumphs over evil. The martial techniques are realistic as are the conflicting attitudes shown by the main characters. This is a great movie for both the martial arts enthusiast and the person with a budding interest in the history of the period. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5275080-black-belt](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5275080-black-belt) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*