Hotoke (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film
Released in 2001, Hotoke is a notable film directed by Jinsei Tsuji, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Rai pedals his bike and trailer about town, collecting old iron and sowing flower seeds. Because his face never seems to show emotion, everybody calls him Hotoke - meaning Buddha. His elder brother Shiba, however, is tough as nails and works the black market. Rai is building a gigantic statue of Buddha from the scrap metal he has gathered over the years. He prays the Buddha he is creating will come to life and rid the world of its cruelty.
Who’s in it. Hotoke stars Shinji Takeda, Ryûichi Ôura, Fujiko and Kanji Tsuda, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hotoke page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hotoke (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hotoke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hotoke?
- Hotoke stars Shinji Takeda, Ryûichi Ôura, Fujiko, Kanji Tsuda and Yoji Tanaka.
- When was Hotoke released?
- Hotoke was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.