The Geisha House (1999)
Original title: おもちゃ
The Geisha House is a 1999 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Kinji Fukasaku, with a running time of 1h 53m. It stars Maki Miyamoto, Sumiko Fuji and Mai Kitajima.
Set in a Kyoto geisha house during the post-WWII era, the young Omocha begins her rigorous apprenticeship within the traditional community of geiko and maiko. She must navigate complex internal rivalries and a strict social hierarchy while the house struggles to maintain its customs. As modern society shifts around them, the residents face the increasing pressure of Japan's changing cultural identity.
Quick answers
What is The Geisha House about?
Set in a Kyoto geisha house during the post-WWII era, the young Omocha begins her rigorous apprenticeship within the traditional community of geiko and maiko. She must navigate complex internal rivalries and a strict social hierarchy while the house struggles to maintain its customs. As modern society shifts around them, the residents face the increasing pressure of Japan's changing cultural identity.
When was The Geisha House released?
The Geisha House was released on 15 January 1999.
How long is The Geisha House?
The Geisha House runs 1h 53m.
Who made The Geisha House?
The Geisha House was directed by Kinji Fukasaku.
Cast
- Maki Miyamoto as Tokiko aka Omocha
- Sumiko Fuji as Satoe
- Mai Kitajima as Somemaru
- Masahiko Tsugawa as Yoshikawa
- Kaho Minami as Terucho
- Yumiko Nogawa as Michiko
- Mariko Okada as Hanaman's owner
- Takeshi Katō as Kitayama
- Noboru Mitani as Mikami
- Naomasa Musaka as Kayama
- Takashi Sasano as Kosaka
- Seizō Fukumoto as Police detective