Fukuzawa Yukichi
福沢諭吉
Synopsis
Fukuzawa Yukichi opens a school for samurai, who aim to learn Dutch language, most common for overseas trading. But when he was in Yokohama he learned that English language is one way more global one. His struggle against patriarchal mindset leads his school to become one of the oldest universities in Japan.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shinichiro Sawai
- Screenplay & Story
- Kazuo Kasahara, Chiho Katsura
- Original Score
- Joe Hisaishi
- Original Title
- 福沢諭吉
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Toei Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shinichiro Sawai
Kazuo Kasahara, Chiho Katsura
Joe Hisaishi
Seizō Sengen
Isamu Ichida
Department Leadership Roster
Shinichiro Sawai
Director
Seizō Sengen
Director of Photography
Kazuo Kasahara
Writer
Chiho Katsura
Writer
Isamu Ichida
Editor
Joe Hisaishi
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fukuzawa Yukichi
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fukuzawa Yukichi about?
Fukuzawa Yukichi opens a school for samurai, who aim to learn Dutch language, most common for overseas trading. But when he was in Yokohama he learned that English language is one way more global one. His struggle against patriarchal mindset leads his school to become one of the oldest universities in Japan.
Who directed Fukuzawa Yukichi?
Fukuzawa Yukichi was directed by Shinichiro Sawai.
Who stars in Fukuzawa Yukichi?
The principal cast of Fukuzawa Yukichi includes Kyôhei Shibata, Takaaki Enoki, Toru Nakamura, Yoko Minamino, Mayumi Wakamura.
When was Fukuzawa Yukichi released and how long is it?
Fukuzawa Yukichi was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Fukuzawa Yukichi?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fukuzawa Yukichi was composed by Joe Hisaishi.