A Lively Geisha
1970, Japanese. Directed by Kōsaku Yamashita.
Young geisha Koshizu's wish of reuniting with the man, Yukichi, who helped her ten years ago comes true. When she learns of the trouble Yukichi's business is facing, she stands ready to come to his aid, and thus repay a debt that's long overdue.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 1 August 1970
- Original title
- 日本女侠伝 鉄火芸者
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kazuo Kasahara
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A Lively Geisha: quick answers
What should I watch before A Lively Geisha?
Watch Samurai Geisha (1969) and Brave Red Flower of the North (1970) first.
What comes after A Lively Geisha?
Next in the series: Bloodiest Flower (1971) and Trials of an Okinawa Village (1971).
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How long is A Lively Geisha?
A Lively Geisha runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does A Lively Geisha have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is A Lively Geisha on?
A Lively Geisha isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 August 1970. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Lively Geisha?
If you liked A Lively Geisha, try Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima, Female Yakuza Tale, Graveyard of Honor.
Who directed A Lively Geisha?
A Lively Geisha (1970) was directed by Kōsaku Yamashita and stars Sumiko Fuji, Bunta Sugawara, Tōru Abe.