The Makioka Sisters
1959, Japanese. Directed by Kōji Shima.
Based on the famous novel by Junichiro Tanizaki, this is a story of the four sisters of the ancient and reputable Makioka family of Osaka.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 14 January 1959
- Original title
- 細雪
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Toshio Yasumi
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What The Makioka Sisters is based on
The Makioka Sisters is adapted from a novel.
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The Makioka Sisters runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
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The Makioka Sisters isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 January 1959. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Makioka Sisters?
If you liked The Makioka Sisters, try The Joy Luck Club, The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds, Trees of Peace.
Who directed The Makioka Sisters?
The Makioka Sisters (1959) was directed by Kōji Shima and stars Yukiko Todoroki, Machiko Kyō, Fujiko Yamamoto.
What is The Makioka Sisters based on?
The Makioka Sisters is adapted from a novel.