Matsuri (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film

Released in 2016, Matsuri is a notable film directed by Mari Kawakita, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. A junior high school teacher named Sachie has been living alone. She is not respected by her students and also has trouble fitting into her workspace. One of her students, Hagiwara, has been winning one writing contest after another due to his eloquence. But, he starts to lose sight of himself after a transfer student from the city joins his class. Sachie, on the other hand has started attending a Japanese Taiko (drum) class offered at a nearby community center to get away from her empty life. Their frustrations collide at the school's festival.
Who’s in it. Matsuri stars Netsuki Mieda, Yuto, Tatsuki Kawashima and Yuri Sato, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Matsuri page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Matsuri (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Matsuri change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Matsuri?
- Matsuri stars Netsuki Mieda, Yuto, Tatsuki Kawashima, Yuri Sato and Terumi Hiraiwa.
- When was Matsuri released?
- Matsuri was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.