Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura
DESTINY 鎌倉ものがたり
Synopsis
Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu, a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
【《鎌倉物語DESTINY: The Tale of Kamakura》製作特輯】Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-10
Top Cast
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Masato Sakai
Masakazu Isshiki
Mitsuki Takahata
Akiko Isshiki
Shinichi Tsutsumi
Honda
Sakura Ando
Grim Reaper
Min Tanaka
Binbogami
Tamao Nakamura
Kin
Mikako Ichikawa
Satoko Honda
Tsuyoshi Muro
Hiroshi
Jun Kaname
Detective Inari
Koji Ohkura
Detective Kawahara
Hiroshi Kanbe
Detective Osoreyama
Jun Kunimura
Chief Daibutsu
Arata Furuta
Tenzuki (voice)
Mayu Tsuruta
Emiko Isshiki
Hiroko Yakushimaru
Female owner
Kazuko Yoshiyuki
Yuko Seto
Isao Hashizume
Yuko's husband
Tomokazu Miura
Goshiro Kotaki
Release History & Theatrical Window
Kinotayo Contemporary Japanese Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Takashi Yamazaki
- Screenplay & Story
- Takashi Yamazaki
- Original Score
- Naoki Sato
- Original Title
- DESTINY 鎌倉ものがたり
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Production Studios
- TOHO, Robot Communications, Abe Shuji, Chukyo TV Broadcasting Company, Culture Entertainment, dentsu, jeki, Fukuoka Broadcasting System, Futabasha, Hiroshima Telecasting, Horipro, Miyagi Television Broadcasting, Nippon Broadcasting System, Pony Canyon, Sapporo Television Broadcasting Company, Shirogumi, Shizuoka Daiichi Television, Yomiuri Shimbun Company, VAP, Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation, Nippon Television Network Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Takashi Yamazaki
Takashi Yamazaki, Ryohei Saigan
Naoki Sato
Kōzō Shibazaki
Nobuyuki Iinuma, Kazuo Tani, Masashi Funakoshi, Junichi Abe, Keichiiro Moriya
Department Leadership Roster
Dango Takeda
Costume Design
Takashi Yamazaki
Director
Anri Jojo
Production Design
Nobuyuki Iinuma
Producer
Kōzō Shibazaki
Director of Photography
Takashi Yamazaki
Screenplay
Keichiiro Moriya
Producer
Takashi Yamazaki
Visual Effects Supervisor
Naoki Sato
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura about?
Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu, a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.
Who directed Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura was directed by Takashi Yamazaki.
Who stars in Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
The principal cast of Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura includes Masato Sakai, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Sakura Ando, Min Tanaka.
When was Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura released and how long is it?
Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 2h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura was composed by Naoki Sato.
Is Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura based on a book or true story?
Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura is adapted from the following source material: Comic Book: "Ryohei Saigan".