Heaven's Bookstore (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2004, Heaven's Bookstore is a drama and romance film directed by Tetsuo Shinohara, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. Heaven's Bookstore is a 2004 Japanese film directed by Tetsuo Shinohara about a struggling classical pianist who is sent to heaven to work in a bookstore. It is based on two novels, written by Atsushi Matsuhisa and Wataru Tanaka.
Who’s in it. Heaven's Bookstore stars Yuko Takeuchi as Shoko / Natsuko, Tetsuji Tamayama as Kenta, Karina as Yui and Hirofumi Arai as Satoshi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Heaven's Bookstore has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heaven's Bookstore page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heaven's Bookstore tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heaven's Bookstore (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heaven's Bookstore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heaven's Bookstore worth watching?
- Heaven's Bookstore holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heaven's Bookstore?
- Heaven's Bookstore stars Yuko Takeuchi, Tetsuji Tamayama, Karina, Hirofumi Arai and Koji Ohkura.
- When was Heaven's Bookstore released?
- Heaven's Bookstore was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.