Movie

The Japanese Tie Up

★ 4.1(8)19801h 3m

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Good to know

Director: Mamoru Watanabe
Release date: 1980-01-01
Runtime: 1h 3m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Shintoho Pictures

About The Japanese Tie Up

The Japanese Tie Up is a 1980 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Mamoru Watanabe, starring Mayuko Hino, Shirō Shimomoto and Jōji Ichimura. It has a runtime of 1 hour 3 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.1/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Japanese Tie Up in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Separated from her lover Kenji after he is sent off to war, Sanae is raped by general Takada and gives birth to a girl, Junko, who grows up to become a prostitute. One day, Kenji accidentally meets Junko and confuses her with Sanae, prompting Junko to tell him of her mother's fate. They make love, leaving Junko pregnant with his child - Hiroko, who goes on to have a chance encounter with Takada at a hostess club...

Cast

Mayuko Hino

Sanae Okamura / Junko Okamura / Hiroko Okamura

Shirō Shimomoto

Kenji Yanagi

Jōji Ichimura

Tadayoshi Takada

Yuko Nakagawa

Katsurō Sakai

Kiichiro Muto

Naomi Oka

Yuki Takada

Themes & keywords

pink film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Japanese Tie Up in Canada?+

The Japanese Tie Up is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Japanese Tie Up on Netflix?+

The Japanese Tie Up is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Japanese Tie Up?+

The Japanese Tie Up has a runtime of 1 hour 3 minutes (63 minutes).

Who stars in The Japanese Tie Up?+

The Japanese Tie Up stars Mayuko Hino, Shirō Shimomoto, Jōji Ichimura, Yuko Nakagawa and Katsurō Sakai.

When did The Japanese Tie Up come out?+

The Japanese Tie Up is a 1980 movie directed by Mamoru Watanabe.

What genre is The Japanese Tie Up?+

The Japanese Tie Up is Drama film.

Who directed The Japanese Tie Up?+

The Japanese Tie Up was directed by Mamoru Watanabe.