Bon Odori
“Dancing is too good!”
Synopsis
Bon Odori dives into the world of karaoke and the ways this Japanese tradition has taken root and evolved in Brazil. Through an event that brings together young Japanese-Brazilian descendants and participants with no prior connection to Japanese culture, the documentary reveals encounters, memories, and exchanges across generations. Amid touching stories, striking voices, and charismatic personalities, the film crafts a sensitive portrait of belonging, respect, and cultural preservation—celebrating the power of the connections that emerge when differences are embraced.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Matheus Jo
- Original Title
- Bon Odori
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matheus Jo
Leonardo Ochoski
Miguel Salzano, Julia Nunes
Department Leadership Roster
Matheus Jo
Director
Leonardo Ochoski
Editor
Miguel Salzano
Producer
Julia Nunes
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bon Odori
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Bon Odori about?
Bon Odori dives into the world of karaoke and the ways this Japanese tradition has taken root and evolved in Brazil. Through an event that brings together young Japanese-Brazilian descendants and participants with no prior connection to Japanese culture, the documentary reveals encounters, memories, and exchanges across generations. Amid touching stories, striking voices, and charismatic personalities, the film crafts a sensitive portrait of belonging, respect, and cultural preservation—celebrating the power of the connections that emerge when differences are embraced.
Who directed Bon Odori?
Bon Odori was directed by Matheus Jo.
Who stars in Bon Odori?
The principal cast of Bon Odori includes Toshiaki Tateyama, Ana Paula Morimoto, Cibele Nishimoto, Matheus Martins, Nelson Yoshio Takeda.
When was Bon Odori released and how long is it?
Bon Odori was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 14m.