Asakusa at Night (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1954, Asakusa at Night is a drama and romance film directed by Kōji Shima, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A young scriptwriter with a yakuza upbringing, an iron-fire dancer, a young painter, and a pure-hearted downtown girl fall in love in Asakusa in this entertaining tale of love and action.
Who’s in it. Asakusa at Night stars Koji Tsuruta as Susumu Yamaura, Machiko Kyō as Setsuko Takashima, Ayako Wakao as Namie Takashima and Jun Negami as Tozuki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Asakusa at Night has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Asakusa at Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Asakusa at Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Asakusa at Night (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Asakusa at Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Asakusa at Night worth watching?
- Asakusa at Night holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Asakusa at Night?
- Asakusa at Night stars Koji Tsuruta, Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, Jun Negami and Osamu Takizawa.
- When was Asakusa at Night released?
- Asakusa at Night was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.