Yoko the Cherry Blossom (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2015, Yoko the Cherry Blossom is a notable film directed by Gen Takahashi, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1940, Masaaki Takaoka works as a teacher in the agricultural division at a youth training institute. Although Japan’s defeat seems imminent, all of Masaaki’s students are drafted in a futile last-ditch effort. In an attempt to give the young men some hope, he makes everyone promise that they will all meet again under the cherry blossoms upon their safe return. Consumed by sadness over the fate of his students, Masaaki devotes the next 30 years of his life to develop a new species of cherry blossoms that could thrive in any climate in remembrance of his students.
Who’s in it. Yoko the Cherry Blossom stars Takashi Sasano as Masaaki Takaoka, Koji Matoba as Seido Takaoka, Maki Miyamoto as Keiko Takaoka and Taisei Miyamoto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Yoko the Cherry Blossom 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 Yoko the Cherry Blossom page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yoko the Cherry Blossom (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yoko the Cherry Blossom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yoko the Cherry Blossom worth watching?
- Yoko the Cherry Blossom holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yoko the Cherry Blossom?
- Yoko the Cherry Blossom stars Takashi Sasano, Koji Matoba, Maki Miyamoto, Taisei Miyamoto and Yûya Takayama.
- When was Yoko the Cherry Blossom released?
- Yoko the Cherry Blossom was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.