Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura (2017)
Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu, a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.
Director: Takashi Yamazaki
Genre: Mystery, Drama, Fantasy
Runtime: 129 min
Release Date: December 9, 2017
Cast
- Masato Sakai - Masakazu Isshiki
- Mitsuki Takahata - Akiko Isshiki
- Shinichi Tsutsumi - Honda
- Sakura Ando - Grim Reaper
- Min Tanaka - Binbogami
- Tamao Nakamura - Kin
- Mikako Ichikawa - Satoko Honda
- Tsuyoshi Muro - Hiroshi
- Jun Kaname - Detective Inari
- Koji Ohkura - Detective Kawahara
Screenplay
- Takashi Yamazaki (Screenplay)
- Ryohei Saigan (Comic Book)
Music: Naoki Sato
Cinematography: Kōzō Shibazaki
Production: TOHO, Robot Communications, Abe Shuji, Chukyo TV Broadcasting Company, Culture Entertainment, dentsu, jeki, Fukuoka Broadcasting System, Futabasha, Hiroshima Telecasting, Horipro, Miyagi Television Broadcasting, Nippon Broadcasting System, Pony Canyon, Sapporo Television Broadcasting Company, Shirogumi, Shizuoka Daiichi Television, Yomiuri Shimbun Company, VAP, Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
Themes
Ghostly Apparitions and the Spirit Realm, Reflections on Life and Death
Keywords
afterlife, based on manga, spirit, folklore
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura about?
- Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu, a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.
- Who directed Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
- Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura was directed by Takashi Yamazaki.
- Who stars in Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
- Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura stars Masato Sakai, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Sakura Ando, Min Tanaka, Tamao Nakamura.
- How long is Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
- Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura has a runtime of 2h 9m (129 minutes).
- What genre is Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
- Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura is a Mystery, Drama, Fantasy film.
- Where was Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura produced?
- Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura was produced in Japan.
- What are the themes of Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
- The themes of Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura include: Ghostly Apparitions and the Spirit Realm, Reflections on Life and Death.