Nippon no obaachan (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film
Released in 1962, Nippon no obaachan is a comedy film directed by Tadashi Imai, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Two obaachans become fast friends listening to music in front of a record store. They both boast about their loving sons but in reality, one had just escaped a retirement home and the other was looking for an escape from her son and daughter-in-law. With nowhere to go, the two wander around, befriending a cosmetics salesman and a kind waitress who give them beer. This biting social satire starring two memorable grandmothers, scripted by Yôko Mizuki, picked up on Japan’s aging population problem far ahead of its time.
Who’s in it. Nippon no obaachan stars Chōchō Miyako as Sato, Tanie Kitabayashi as Kumi, Chōko Iida as Hana and Kumeko Urabe as Waka, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nippon no obaachan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nippon no obaachan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nippon no obaachan (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nippon no obaachan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Nippon no obaachan?
- Nippon no obaachan stars Chōchō Miyako, Tanie Kitabayashi, Chōko Iida, Kumeko Urabe and Izumi Hara.
- When was Nippon no obaachan released?
- Nippon no obaachan was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.