Movie

Big Bird in Japan

“A musical adventure for the whole family!”

★ 9.1(7)198858m

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Where to watch Big Bird in Japan

🇯🇵 Japan

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Good to know

Director: Jon Stone
Release date: 1988-10-01
Runtime: 58m
Language: English
Budget: $250,000
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: NHK

About Big Bird in Japan

Big Bird in Japan is a 1988 movie in the Family, TV Movie and Adventure genres, directed by Jon Stone, starring Caroll Spinney, Brian Muehl and Maiko Kawakami. It has a runtime of 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.1/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Big Bird in Japan in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

While visiting Japan, Big Bird wanders off from a guided tour bus in Tokyo, and is lost until a Japanese woman helps him get to where he needs to go. The woman, however, is hiding a secret.

Cast

Caroll Spinney

Big Bird (voice)

Brian Muehl

Barkley (voice)

Maiko Kawakami

Kaguya-Hime

Yôko Haruta

Tour Guide

Masayuki Kato

Restaurant Manager

Akira Murayama

Mr. Shimizu

Hikojiro Matsumura

Grandfather

Fukami Harue

Grandmother

Mariko Hirano

Mariko Shimizu

Akiko Nemoto

Akiko Shimizu

Pat Morita

Bamboo Princess Story Narrator (voice)

Kumiko Hironaka

Themes & keywords

japanexploration

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Big Bird in Japan in Japan?+

Big Bird in Japan is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Big Bird in Japan on Netflix?+

Big Bird in Japan is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Big Bird in Japan?+

Big Bird in Japan has a runtime of 58 minutes (58 minutes).

Who stars in Big Bird in Japan?+

Big Bird in Japan stars Caroll Spinney, Brian Muehl, Maiko Kawakami, Yôko Haruta and Masayuki Kato.

When did Big Bird in Japan come out?+

Big Bird in Japan is a 1988 movie directed by Jon Stone.

What genre is Big Bird in Japan?+

Big Bird in Japan is Family, TV Movie, Adventure and Comedy film.

Who directed Big Bird in Japan?+

Big Bird in Japan was directed by Jon Stone.