Movie

Okiku and the World

“She does not know 'sekai'”

★ 7.5(17)20231h 30m

Okiku and the World is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

Where to watch Okiku and the World

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Good to know

Director: Junji Sakamoto
Release date: 2023-04-28
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Free Stone Productions

Okiku and the World — trailer

About Okiku and the World

Okiku and the World is a 2023 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Junji Sakamoto, starring Haru Kuroki, Kanichiro and Sosuke Ikematsu. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Okiku and the World in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two rogue vagrants make their living as "manure men", turning the waste from the tenement toilets into fertiliser sold to local farmers. Enter Okiku, the only daughter of a fallen samurai, and amongst the overflowing piles of excrement, a well-nourished love story unfolds.

Cast

Haru Kuroki

Okiku

Kanichiro

Chuji

Sosuke Ikematsu

Claude Maki

Koichi Sato

Renji Ishibashi

Themes & keywords

japancoming of ageclass differencesjidaigekiedo periodlost voice

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Okiku and the World in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Okiku and the World on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Okiku and the World on Netflix?+

Okiku and the World is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD.

How long is Okiku and the World?+

Okiku and the World has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Okiku and the World?+

Okiku and the World stars Haru Kuroki, Kanichiro, Sosuke Ikematsu, Claude Maki and Koichi Sato.

When did Okiku and the World come out?+

Okiku and the World is a 2023 movie directed by Junji Sakamoto.

What genre is Okiku and the World?+

Okiku and the World is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Okiku and the World?+

Okiku and the World was directed by Junji Sakamoto.