Why did the samurai have a katana in the movie ‘Snow Hunter’?
The fictional film Snow Hunter, directed by Kenji Mizoguchi and released in 1951, features a scene where the protagonist, Rikiya, is seen with a large katana strapped to his back. The weapon is mentioned several times throughout the course of the story as a symbol of Rikiya's honor and bravery. It is not explicitly stated why he has the sword with him or what it represents, but it may be related to his status as a warrior or his dedication to his family's traditions.