Okoto and Sasuke (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.7

Released in 1935, Okoto and Sasuke is a drama film directed by Yasujirō Shimazu, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A period piece about the love of a wealthy blind woman, a teacher of koto and shamisen, and her devoted manservant. Based on a novella by Tanizaki Junichiro.
Who’s in it. Okoto and Sasuke stars Kinuyo Tanaka as Okoto, Kōkichi Takada as Sasuke, Hideo Fujino as Yasuzaemon and Chōko Iida as Okimi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Okoto and Sasuke has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Okoto and Sasuke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Okoto and Sasuke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Okoto and Sasuke (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Okoto and Sasuke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Okoto and Sasuke worth watching?
- Okoto and Sasuke holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Okoto and Sasuke?
- Okoto and Sasuke stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Kōkichi Takada, Hideo Fujino, Chōko Iida and Fumiko Katsuragi.
- When was Okoto and Sasuke released?
- Okoto and Sasuke was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.
