Sweet Bean
2015, Japanese. Directed by Naomi Kawase.
A small little Dorayaki shop on the outskirts of Tokyo.
The master of a dorayaki pastry store hires a 76-year-old woman whose talents attract customers from all over. But she's hiding a troubling secret. Life's joys are found in the little details, and no matter what may be weighing you down, everyone loves a good pastry.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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- Released
- 30 May 2015
- Original title
- あん
- Country
- Japan, France, Germany
- Written by
- Naomi Kawase
- Box office
- $125K
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What Sweet Bean is based on
Sweet Bean is based on Sweet Bean Paste, a 2013 novel by Tetsuya Akikawa.
Novel · 2013
Sweet Bean Paste
By Tetsuya Akikawa
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Sweet Bean: quick answers
Is Sweet Bean worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 625 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sweet Bean?
Sweet Bean runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Sweet Bean have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sweet Bean. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sweet Bean parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Sweet Bean on?
Sweet Bean isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sweet Bean?
If you liked Sweet Bean, try Midnight Diner, Little Forest: Winter/Spring, Little Forest: Summer/Autumn.
Who directed Sweet Bean?
Sweet Bean (2015) was directed by Naomi Kawase and stars Kirin Kiki, Masatoshi Nagase, Kyara Uchida.
What is Sweet Bean based on?
Sweet Bean is based on Sweet Bean Paste, a 2013 novel by Tetsuya Akikawa.