Carmen from Kawachi (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 6.9

Carmen from Kawachi poster

Released in 1966, Carmen from Kawachi is a drama and romance film directed by Seijun Suzuki, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. Like a girl runaway, Tsuyu moves to Osaka to work as a bar hostess. She meets the owner of a model school, Yoko, and seriously thinks about becoming a fashion model. Yoko tells her that she can move in to Yoko’s house to take lessons, while making a living at the same time.

Who’s in it. Carmen from Kawachi stars Yumiko Nogawa as Tsuyuko Takeda, Kōji Wada as Akira Sakata, Tamio Kawachi as Seiji Takano and Chikako Miyagi as Kiku Takeda, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Carmen from Kawachi 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 Carmen from Kawachi page.

If you liked it. Fans of Carmen from Kawachi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Carmen from Kawachi (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carmen from Kawachi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Carmen from Kawachi worth watching?
Carmen from Kawachi holds an audience score of 6.9 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 Carmen from Kawachi?
Carmen from Kawachi stars Yumiko Nogawa, Kōji Wada, Tamio Kawachi, Chikako Miyagi and Ruriko Itô.
When was Carmen from Kawachi released?
Carmen from Kawachi was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.