Hōryū-ji
Originally released in 1958. Hōryū-ji is a documentary film. directed by Susumu Hani. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hiroshi Akutagawa
Synopsis
This celebrated documentary, filmed in colour, depicts one of the most famous of all Japanese temples. Horyu-ji, in the small town of Ikaruga outside Japan’s ancient capital of Nara, was one of the first Buddhist places of worship established in Japan, and contains the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, dating from the seventh century.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Iwanami Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hōryū-ji about?
This celebrated documentary, filmed in colour, depicts one of the most famous of all Japanese temples. Horyu-ji, in the small town of Ikaruga outside Japan’s ancient capital of Nara, was one of t...
Who directed Hōryū-ji?
Hōryū-ji was directed by Susumu Hani.
How long is Hōryū-ji?
Hōryū-ji has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).
When was Hōryū-ji released?
Hōryū-ji was released on January 1, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hōryū-ji?
The main cast of Hōryū-ji includes Hiroshi Akutagawa.