Tora-san Goes North -

( Otoko wa Tsurai yo: Shiretoko Bojō ), released on August 15, 1987, is the 38th entry in the long-running It's Tough Being a Man film series. Set in the scenic Shiretoko region of Hokkaido, the film is notable for its guest stars and a slightly less sentimental tone compared to other entries.

Reviewers from The Los Angeles Times and other outlets praised the film for its "tougher-minded" approach and the unique pairing of Atsumi's comic energy with Mifune's commanding presence. Film review: Tora-san Goes North - Deseret News Tora-san Goes North

The film reunited Toshiro Mifune and Keiko Awaji nearly 40 years after they appeared together in Akira Kurosawa's Stray Dog . Mifune's performance earned him Best Supporting Actor at the Blue Ribbon Awards . ( Otoko wa Tsurai yo: Shiretoko Bojō ),

Tora-san falls for Rinko, while Jun is pursued by Etsuko, a local snack bar owner who has long harbored feelings for the stubborn vet. Film review: Tora-san Goes North - Deseret News