Cast: Sayuri Yoshinaga

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Sayuri Yoshinaga. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Kabei: Our Mother

2008 · Movie · 133 min. · Japan

Direction Yôji Yamada

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Tadanobu Asano · Mitsugorô Bandô · Rei Dan

Synopsis Kabei: Our Mother (2008) is a poignant drama that delves into the life of Teruyo Nogami, focusing on her formative years. The film is set during World War II and explores the resilience and strength of a family torn apart...

7.1

557 votes

7.1

557 votes

About Her Brother

2010 · Movie · 116 min. · Japan

6.6

65 votes

6.6

65 votes

The Makioka Sisters

1983 · Movie · 140 min. · Japan

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Keiko Kishi · Yoshiko Sakuma · Sayuri Yoshinaga · Yûko Kotegawa

Synopsis The Makioka Sisters (1983) presents a visually stunning narrative that follows the annual reunion of four sisters in Kyoto, where they gather to appreciate the cherry blossoms. The film offers a rich depiction of the pre-war lifestyle of the affluent...

6.6

41 votes

6.6

41 votes

6.5

27 votes

Mom, Is That You?!

2023 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Direction Yôji Yamada

Cast Yo Oizumi · Sayuri Yoshinaga · Mei Nagano · Rosa Kato

Synopsis Mom, Is That You?! (2023) follows Akio Kizaki (I Oizumi), a dedicated head of the Human Resources Department at a prominent corporation. Akio's life is filled with anxiety as he grapples with his wife's impending divorce and the evolving relationship...

6.3

325 votes

6.3

325 votes

Nagasaki: Memories of My Son

2015 · Movie · 130 min. · Japan

Direction Yôji Yamada

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Kazunari Ninomiya · Haru Kuroki · Tadanobu Asano

Synopsis Nagasaki: Memories of My Son (2015) unfolds in the aftermath of World War II in Japan, where a dedicated midwife named Nobuko finds herself at a crossroads. Standing at the gravesite of her son Koji, who perished along with countless...

6.1

358 votes

6.1

358 votes

Tsuru

1988 · Movie · 93 min. · Japan

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Hideki Noda · Takuzo Kawatani · Kirin Kiki

Synopsis Tsuru (1988) is a captivating film inspired by the traditional folk tale "Repayment from a Crane." The story unfolds on a chilly, snowy evening when a stunning woman, known as Tsuru (Crane), appears at the humble abode of a destitute...

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Izu no odoriko

1963 · Movie · 87 min. · Japan

Direction Katsumi Nishikawa

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Hideki Takahashi

Synopsis Izu no odoriko (1963) follows the tale of a young scholar who, during his summer break, encounters a vibrant teenage performer who is part of a traveling comedy troupe. As their paths cross, an unexpected bond forms between the two,...

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Cape Nostalgia

2014 · Movie · 116 min. · Japan

Direction Izuru Narushima

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Hiroshi Abe · Yuko Takeuchi · Shôfukutei Tsurube

Synopsis Cape Nostalgia (2014) follows the heartwarming tale of Etsuko, who, with the assistance of her nephew Koji, manages a charming seaside café that serves as a hub for the local community. The café is a place where residents enjoy each...

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Heavenly Sin

1992 · Movie · 115 min. · Japan

Direction Toshio Masuda

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Omar Sharif · Hiroki Matsukata · Toshiyuki Nishida

Synopsis Heavenly Sin (1992) follows the gripping tale of Ryoko, a distinguished attorney who finds herself in a desperate situation. When her son is kidnapped by a vengeful criminal, Ryoko turns to an unlikely ally—a foreign mafia group—to secure his safe...

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Way to Find the Best Life

2019 · Movie · 115 min. · Japan

Direction Isshin Inudô

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Yûki Amami · Tsuyoshi Muro · Hikari Mitsushima

Synopsis Way to Find the Best Life (2019) follows the journey of two women, Mako and Yukie, who, despite their different life paths, find themselves united by a common fate. Mako is a successful businesswoman, while Yukie is a dedicated housewife....

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Sakura Guardian in the North

2018 · Movie · 126 min. · Japan

Direction Yōjirō Takita

Cast Hiroshi Abe · Ittoku Kishibe · Katsuya Maiguma · Toshiyuki Nagashima

Synopsis Sakura Guardian in the North (2018) follows the journey of Ezure Tetsu and her two sons as they flee Sakhalin Island in August 1945, following the Soviet Union's invasion. They seek refuge in Abashiri City, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan, where they...

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A Mature Woman

1994 · Movie · 118 min. · Japan

Direction Nobuhiko Ôbayashi

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Masahiko Tsugawa · Morio Kazama · Miki Fujitani

Synopsis A Mature Woman (1994) follows the journey of a seasoned journalist, Yumiko, who has been diligently covering the "Women's page" for years. Seeking a significant career advancement, Yumiko is finally given the opportunity to transition to writing editorials, marking a...

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A Morning of Farewell

2021 · Movie · 119 min. · Japan

Direction Izuru Narushima

Cast Suzu Hirose · Yusuke Iseya · Yuriko Ishida · Shigeru Izumiya

Synopsis A Morning of Farewell (2021) follows Sawako, a dedicated physician who leaves her current post to return to her hometown of Shikawa to support her ailing father. She secures a position at a local medical clinic, where she delivers outpatient...

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Aoi sanmyaku

1963 · Movie · 100 min. · Japan

Direction Katsumi Nishikawa

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Mitsuo Hamada · Hideki Takahashi · Izumi Ashikawa

Synopsis Aoi sanmyaku (1963) follows the story of Shinko, a fresh arrival at a prestigious all-girls academy. One fateful day, Shinko discovers a mysterious love letter intended for Professor Shimazaki and decides to hand it over to the intended recipient. This...

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Direction Satsuo Yamamoto

Cast Osamu Takizawa · Shinsuke Ashida · Hideki Takahashi · Etsushi Takahashi

Synopsis Human Being and War: Mountains and Rivers of Lave and Sadness (1971) is a profound and expansive 9-hour epic trilogy directed by Yamamoto Satsuo, exploring the profound impact of war on five generations of a single Japanese family. Adapted from...

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Foundry Town

1962 · Movie · 99 min. · Japan

Direction Kirio Urayama

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Mitsuo Hamada · Eijirô Tono · Shoichi Ozawa

Synopsis Foundry Town (1962) unfolds in the humble setting of Kawaguchi, a town nestled just north of Tokyo during the early 1960s. This heartfelt narrative delves into the daily struggles and triumphs of impoverished foundry laborers and their families. At the...

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Quick Draw Joe

1961 · Movie · 78 min. · Japan

Direction Takashi Nomura

Cast Jô Shishido · Reiko Sasamori · Sayuri Yoshinaga · Yôko Minamida

Synopsis Quick Draw Joe (1961) follows the tale of a skilled bounty hunter, Joe, who traverses the vast and untamed landscapes of Northern Japan. One eventful evening, he enters a quiet town with a wanted fugitive secured to his horse. Joe...

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Direction Satsuo Yamamoto

Cast Kinya Kitaoji · Junko Natsu · Kei Yamamoto · Hideki Takahashi

Synopsis Human Being and War, Cont'd Man and War, Part III (1973) is a profound and expansive 9-hour epic trilogy directed by Yamamoto Satsuo, exploring the profound impact of war on five generations of a single Japanese family. Adapted from Gomikawa...

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