- When told he had terminal cancer and only a few months to live, doctors recommended that he remain in the hospital so he could get treatment. Instead, he ignored their warnings because of his passion for filmmaking and proceeded to begin directing Battle Royale II (Battle Royale II (2003)).
- In 1997, he was awarded the government's Medal with Purple Ribbon for his accomplishments in film.
- Headed the Director's Guild of Japan since 1996.
- Father of Kenta Fukasaku.
- Tribute at PiFan, Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival in South Korea. (2003)
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