Kah-chan (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film
Released in 2001, Kah-chan is a notable film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Okatsu is a widow raising five children - adults but still mama-dependent - in mid-eighteenth century Edo, Japan. Her frugality attracts unflattering comment even amid national tough times (the region is in famine) What Okatsu tells no one is that she saves so that a friend can start his own business once he's released from prison.
Who’s in it. Kah-chan stars Keiko Kishi as Okatsu, Ryûji Harada as Yukichi, Tsuyoshi Ujiki as Ichita and Saburo Ishikura, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kah-chan page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kah-chan (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kah-chan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Kah-chan?
- Kah-chan stars Keiko Kishi, Ryûji Harada, Tsuyoshi Ujiki, Saburo Ishikura and Baijaku Nakamura.