Sukiyaki
2026, Japanese. Directed by Takahisa Zeze.
In 1963, as Japan emerged from the shadows of war into an era of extraordinary transformation, an unlikely song made music history. "Ue o Muite Arukou," known internationally as "Sukiyaki," became the first Japanese song to top the U.S. Billboard charts, remaining at No. 1 for three weeks and captivating listeners around the world.
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Post-credits
- Not out yet
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- Check local
Coming soon
Releases 25 December 2026. Add it to your watchlist so you don’t miss it.
Where to watch Sukiyaki
Sukiyaki hasn’t released yet; it’s due on 25 December 2026, so it isn’t on any OTT platform.
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Cast & crew
- Takahisa ZezeDirector
- Junichi OkadaHachidai Nakamura
- Tori MatsuzakaRokusuke Ei
- Taiga NakanoKyu Sakamoto
- Nana SeinoJunko Nakamura
- Mone KamishiraishiAlice
- Riisa NakaMasako Ei
- Tao TsuchiyaYukiko Kashiwagi
- Riho YoshiokaTetsuko Kuroyanagi
- Tomoya MaenoKiyoshi Atsumi
- KogakenNorihei Miki
- Hiroko YakushimaruIku Ooshima
- Hiroshi AbeProducer Nabeyama
Details
- Release date in India
- 25 December 2026
- Original title
- SUKIYAKI 上を向いて歩こう
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Takehiko Minato
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News & fan talk
What Sukiyaki is based on
Sukiyaki is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Sukiyaki: quick answers
When does Sukiyaki release in India?
Sukiyaki is due in cinemas in India on 25 December 2026. Dates can change before release. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
Is Sukiyaki worth watching?
Sukiyaki doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet, because it hasn’t been released.
How long is Sukiyaki?
Sukiyaki runs 155 minutes (2h 35m).
Does Sukiyaki have a post-credits scene?
Nobody can say yet, because Sukiyaki hasn’t been released.
Sukiyaki parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Sukiyaki yet.
Which OTT platform is Sukiyaki on?
Sukiyaki hasn’t released yet; it’s due on 25 December 2026, so it isn’t on any OTT platform. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sukiyaki?
If you liked Sukiyaki, try Köln 75, Judy, Yankee Doodle Dandy.
Who directed Sukiyaki?
Sukiyaki (2026) was directed by Takahisa Zeze and stars Junichi Okada, Tori Matsuzaka, Taiga Nakano.
What is Sukiyaki based on?
Sukiyaki is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.