
Bridge of Japan
Ichikawa's 1956 adaptation of Nihonbashi was the first to take the work of Kyoka Izumi— until then regarded as a writer of common tragic melodramas—and re-evaluate it as a tanbi-ha work of decadence, aestheticism, and intrigue. Ichikawa's film presents the tragic plot of the young geisha who is unable to enact her love for a man publicly in any way other than a histrionic story of torment, a heart-rending tale of lovers being crushed by fate. Instead, Ichikawa shows the contest of wills that transpires as two geisha, Oko and Kiyoha fight for the top spot in Nihonbashi, the pinnacle of the Tokyo geisha world. Nihonbashi is an elegant, if steely, exposition of manners. The young doctor, Shinzo Katsuragi, is the object of affection for both women, but appears to be more the choice reward for the plotting and thieving of these two early modern superwomen, than a lover they swoon over.
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7.8/10
3 votes
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- Released
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- Language
- Japanese
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Where to watch
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Release dates
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- Theatrical1 Oct 1956
Frequently asked questions
- When was Bridge of Japan released?
- Bridge of Japan was released on 1 October 1956.
- Where can I watch Bridge of Japan online?
- Bridge of Japan is available on KADOKAWA channel Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD, Google Play Movies in JP. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
- Is there a Hindi trailer for Bridge of Japan?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Bridge of Japan is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Bridge of Japan?
- Bridge of Japan holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 3 votes.
- Who directed Bridge of Japan?
- Bridge of Japan (1956) was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
- How long is Bridge of Japan?
- Bridge of Japan runs for 1h 51m.











