Tsugaru Folksong (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1973, Tsugaru Folksong is a drama and romance film directed by Kōichi Saitō, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A young girl is being asked about a man with whom she was keeping company, as her grandmother plays a lament on a shamisen. Then the focus changes to a couple arriving from Tokyo - the woman returning to her home, the man an escapee from the yakuza. The man doesn't seem to mind when the woman sells her favours to tourists at the local bar, just as she seems to take his attentions to Yuki, a blind girl, with equanimity.
Who’s in it. Tsugaru Folksong stars Kyōko Enami as Isako Nakazato, Akira Oda as Tetsuo Iwaki, Mihoko Nakagawa as Yuki and Kō Nishimura as Tamezo Tsukamoto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Tsugaru Folksong sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tsugaru Folksong page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tsugaru Folksong tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tsugaru Folksong (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tsugaru Folksong change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tsugaru Folksong worth watching?
- Tsugaru Folksong holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tsugaru Folksong?
- Tsugaru Folksong stars Kyōko Enami, Akira Oda, Mihoko Nakagawa, Kō Nishimura and Kōjirō Hongō.
- When was Tsugaru Folksong released?
- Tsugaru Folksong was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.