Sleepless Oedo
Originally released in 1993. Sleepless Oedo is a animation/fantasy film. directed by Koichi Chigira. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Noriko Hidaka, Koichi Yamadera, and Nobuaki Fukuda
Synopsis
We are now in the early 18th century, the Kyouhou era, when the merchant culture was flourishing. In Yoshiwara, the red light district of Edo, there is a popular courtesan with good looks and character, called Usugumo. She in fact is a daughter of a Christianized prostitute and Tokugawa Yoshimune (who was a real historical character and the 8th Shogun of Japan), but the power struggle in these times doesn't allow her to be with her father. Her fate is about to change when she meets the blond haired thief, Kikunosuke. With Kikunosuke, a doctor named Aoto Touichirou, who uses the yet unfamiliar Western medicine, and her pet cat, Kotetsu, Usugumo forms a thief group, the Kikugumi. In the meanwhile, a member of a mysterious group appears, aiming for Usugumo...
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Madhouse
- Shueisha
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sleepless Oedo about?
We are now in the early 18th century, the Kyouhou era, when the merchant culture was flourishing. In Yoshiwara, the red light district of Edo, there is a popular courtesan with good looks and chara...
Who directed Sleepless Oedo?
Sleepless Oedo was directed by Koichi Chigira.
How long is Sleepless Oedo?
Sleepless Oedo has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was Sleepless Oedo released?
Sleepless Oedo was released on July 23, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sleepless Oedo?
The main cast of Sleepless Oedo includes Noriko Hidaka, Koichi Yamadera, Nobuaki Fukuda, Daiki Nakamura, Akimasa Omori.