India, Korea and Tunisia shape success of Japan film 'Kokuho'

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Director Lee Sang-il, left, and some of the actors from "Kokuho" bask in the spotlight at the Cannes Film Festival. Second from left is Ryo Yoshizawa who plays Kikuo, the movie's central protagonist. (Photo by Yosuke Sato)

HITOMI ISHINABE

January 21, 2026 10:33 JST

TOKYO -- A Japanese family film about Kabuki has attracted international notice, having successfully blended inspiration from India, Korea and Tunisia.

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