KŪKAI
空海传
Synopsis
In 804 AD, Kūkai traveled to Tang China with the Japanese diplomatic mission to study under Master Huiguo, the seventh patriarch of Tang Esoteric Buddhism. After returning to Japan, his knowledge and practices went on to influence religion, literature, calligraphy, architecture, and education, shaping religious practice, artistic tradition, and intellectual life across East Asia for more than 1,250 years. Rooted in rigorous historical research, location-based storytelling, documentary techniques, cinematic reconstruction, and CG technology, the film recreates Kūkai’s world and revisits the Tang-era cultural exchange that transmitted ideas, philosophy, and spiritual traditions across East Asia. Through Kūkai’s journey, the documentary explores enduring themes of faith, learning, compassion, and cultural exchange, inviting timely conversations on ethical leadership, education, mental well-being, and intercultural dialogue in today’s increasingly interconnected world.
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$3.5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- 悦野
- Screenplay & Story
- 龙曜明
- Original Title
- 空海传
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $3.5M
- Production Studios
- 寶曜勝德文化科技有限公司
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
悦野
龙曜明
王晖
Department Leadership Roster
王晖
Producer
悦野
Director
龙曜明
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for KŪKAI.
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Frequently Asked Questions About KŪKAI
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is KŪKAI about?
In 804 AD, Kūkai traveled to Tang China with the Japanese diplomatic mission to study under Master Huiguo, the seventh patriarch of Tang Esoteric Buddhism. After returning to Japan, his knowledge and practices went on to influence religion, literature, calligraphy, architecture, and education, shaping religious practice, artistic tradition, and intellectual life across East Asia for more than 1,250 years. Rooted in rigorous historical research, location-based storytelling, documentary techniques, cinematic reconstruction, and CG technology, the film recreates Kūkai’s world and revisits the Tang-era cultural exchange that transmitted ideas, philosophy, and spiritual traditions across East Asia. Through Kūkai’s journey, the documentary explores enduring themes of faith, learning, compassion, and cultural exchange, inviting timely conversations on ethical leadership, education, mental well-being, and intercultural dialogue in today’s increasingly interconnected world.
Who directed KŪKAI?
KŪKAI was directed by 悦野.
Who stars in KŪKAI?
The principal cast of KŪKAI includes Not specified.
When was KŪKAI released and how long is it?
KŪKAI was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 1h 37m.