The Gion Tempest
1958, Japanese. Directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa.
The story follows Keiko, a dancer in the "Maiko Odori" theater in Kyoto, who tries to climb the social ladder in a world driven by money and self-interest. She becomes involved with wealthy men to pursue her ambitions but faces betrayal, exploitation, and is even accused of embezzlement. As she struggles to survive, her close friend dies from a heart condition, and her plan to marry a rich man fails. In the end, Keiko realizes the harshness of reality and decides to keep dancing despite the sorrow.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Gion Tempest
The Gion Tempest isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 May 1958.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 20 May 1958
- Original title
- 夜の波紋
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Seiichiro Uchikawa, Ryuzo Kikushima
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Gion Tempest
Hounddog
2008 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Skin
2009 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
1 Chance 2 Dance
2014 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
One Million Yen Girl
2008 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
What Maisie Knew
2013 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Salomé
2013 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Hungry Hearts
2015 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Young One
1960 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Girl in the Book
2015 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Ballad of Narayama
1983 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Gion Tempest: quick answers
Is The Gion Tempest worth watching?
The Gion Tempest doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is The Gion Tempest?
The Gion Tempest runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Gion Tempest have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Gion Tempest. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Gion Tempest parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Gion Tempest yet.
Which OTT platform is The Gion Tempest on?
The Gion Tempest isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 May 1958. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Gion Tempest?
If you liked The Gion Tempest, try Hounddog, Skin, 1 Chance 2 Dance.
Who directed The Gion Tempest?
The Gion Tempest (1958) was directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa and stars Hizuru Takachiho, Chieko Naniwa, Ushio Akashi.