Legend of the Eight Samurai: Awards and nominations
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Avoriaz Fantastic Film Festival | Nominee Grand Prize | (Kinji Fukasaku) |
| 1985 | Awards of the Japanese Academy | Nominee Award of the Japanese Academy | Best Actor (Hiroyuki Sanada, Mâjan hourouki, Irodori-gawa) |
| 1985 | Awards of the Japanese Academy | Nominee Award of the Japanese Academy | Best Supporting Actress (Mari Natsuki, Kita no hotaru) |
| 1985 | Awards of the Japanese Academy | Nominee Award of the Japanese Academy | Best Director (Kinji Fukasaku, Shanhai bansukingu) |