法隆寺 (1958): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1958, 法隆寺 is a notable film directed by Susumu Hani.

What it’s 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 the first Buddhist places of worship established in Japan, and contains the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, dating from the seventh century.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 法隆寺 page.