Ryoukan-san
Originally released in 2003. Ryoukan-san is a history/animation film. directed by Masami Anno. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bunta Sugawara, Man Arai, and Sachiko Kobayashi
Synopsis
An animated motion picture about a real-life Buddhist monk and renowned poet, Ryoukan who lived in 18th century Japan, during the Edo Period. Though born to a wealthy family in Izumozaki, Ryoukan chooses to abandon the easy life he would have inherited in order to understand the true meaning of life through the teachings of Buddhism. From his early adulthood, he undergoes a series of harsh training that demands a solitary and meager lifestyle. Throughout it all, he remains an extremely modest and humble person, a true humanitarian who accepts every individual for who they are while rejecting all worldly fame and wealth. Ryoukan found true peace in life through nature and spending time with children. His pure mind and affable personality have captivated many, and his legacy and the wisdom of his teachings live on today.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 12, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Pierrot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ryoukan-san about?
An animated motion picture about a real-life Buddhist monk and renowned poet, Ryoukan who lived in 18th century Japan, during the Edo Period. Though born to a wealthy family in Izumozaki, Ryoukan c...
Who directed Ryoukan-san?
Ryoukan-san was directed by Masami Anno.
How long is Ryoukan-san?
Ryoukan-san has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Ryoukan-san released?
Ryoukan-san was released on July 12, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ryoukan-san?
The main cast of Ryoukan-san includes Bunta Sugawara, Man Arai, Sachiko Kobayashi, Ikuo Hirayama, Vanilla Yamazaki.