Sukiyaki

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2026 · 155 min · Drama · Music · History

Overview

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.

Directed by Takahisa Zeze

Cast

• Junichi Okada — Hachidai Nakamura
• Tori Matsuzaka — Rokusuke Ei
• Taiga Nakano — Kyu Sakamoto
• Nana Seino — Junko Nakamura
• Mone Kamishiraishi — Alice