Kah-chan movie poster

Kah-chan

November 10, 2001 1h 36m

Originally released in 2001. Kah-chan is a history/drama film. directed by Kon Ichikawa.

Starring Keiko Kishi, Ryuji Harada, and Tsuyoshi Ujiki

Synopsis

Okatsu is a widow raising five children - adults but still mama-dependent - in mid-eighteenth century Edo, Japan. Her frugality attracts unflattering comment even amid national tough times (the region is in famine) What Okatsu tells no one is that she saves so that a friend can start his own business once he's released from prison.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 10, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Eizo Kyoto Film Co.
  • IMAGICA
  • Shinano Art & Culture Consultant Co., Ltd.
  • Nikkatsu Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kah-chan about?

Okatsu is a widow raising five children - adults but still mama-dependent - in mid-eighteenth century Edo, Japan. Her frugality attracts unflattering comment even amid national tough times (the reg...

Who directed Kah-chan?

Kah-chan was directed by Kon Ichikawa.

How long is Kah-chan?

Kah-chan has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Kah-chan released?

Kah-chan was released on November 10, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kah-chan?

The main cast of Kah-chan includes Keiko Kishi, Ryuji Harada, Tsuyoshi Ujiki, Saburo Ishikura, Baijaku Nakamura.