Sakuran
2006, Japanese. Directed by Mika Ninagawa.
Kiyoha rises from the lowly courtesan ranks to the high class position of Oiran in the steamy red-light district of Yoshiwara. She is determined to stand on her own two feet and live life as she pleased.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Sakuran
Sakuran is streaming on Philo, Retrocrush, and Fandor in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 7 December 2006
- Original title
- さくらん
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yuki Tanada
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What Sakuran is based on
Sakuran is based on Sakuran, a manga series by Moyoco Anno.
Manga series
Sakuran
By Moyoco Anno
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Sakuran: quick answers
Is Sakuran worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sakuran?
Sakuran runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Sakuran have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sakuran. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sakuran parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Sakuran yet.
Which OTT platform is Sakuran on?
Sakuran is streaming on Philo, Retrocrush, and Fandor in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sakuran?
If you liked Sakuran, try A Call to Spy, K-19: The Widowmaker, Throne of Blood.
Who directed Sakuran?
Sakuran (2006) was directed by Mika Ninagawa and stars Anna Tsuchiya, Kippei Shiina, Hiroki Narimiya.
What is Sakuran based on?
Sakuran is based on Sakuran, a manga series by Moyoco Anno.