Living on Tokyo Time (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, Living on Tokyo Time is a comedy and romance film directed by Steven Okazaki, running about 83 minutes. “She came to America and found the three R's: Romance, Rejection, Rock 'n Roll” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When her visa expires, a young Japanese immigrant in San Francisco agrees to marry a Japanese-American boy to avoid being deported back to Japan.
Who’s in it. Living on Tokyo Time stars Minako Ohashi as Kyoko, Ken Nakagawa as Ken, Mitzi Abe as Mimi and Amy Hill as Woman in Cafe #2, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Living on Tokyo Time has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Living on Tokyo Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of Living on Tokyo Time tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Living on Tokyo Time (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Living on Tokyo Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Living on Tokyo Time worth watching?
- Living on Tokyo Time holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Living on Tokyo Time?
- Living on Tokyo Time stars Minako Ohashi, Ken Nakagawa, Mitzi Abe, Amy Hill and Ken Narasaki.