Shikoku movie poster

Shikoku

January 23, 1999 1h 40m 5.2/10 (17 votes)

Originally released in 1999. Shikoku is a horror film. directed by Shunichi Nagasaki.

Starring Yui Natsukawa, Michitaka Tsutsui, and Chiaki Kuriyama

Synopsis

Years after moving to Tokyo with her parents, Hinako returns to her hometown in rural Shikoku. She soon learns that her childhood friend, Sayori, died several years ago and that Sayori's mother, who used to perform seances and exorcisms, has gone almost insane with grief. After seeing Sayori's ghost several times during the night, Hinako consults with some local experts on the paranormal and discovers that Sayori's mother has something planned for her daughter...

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 23, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.2/10 Mixed (17 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • IMAGICA
  • Basara Pictures
  • KADOKAWA Shoten
  • Nippan Group Holdings
  • Sumitomo Corporation
  • TOHO
  • Asmik Ace Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shikoku about?

Years after moving to Tokyo with her parents, Hinako returns to her hometown in rural Shikoku. She soon learns that her childhood friend, Sayori, died several years ago and that Sayori's mother, wh...

Who directed Shikoku?

Shikoku was directed by Shunichi Nagasaki.

How long is Shikoku?

Shikoku has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Shikoku released?

Shikoku was released on January 23, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Shikoku?

The main cast of Shikoku includes Yui Natsukawa, Michitaka Tsutsui, Chiaki Kuriyama, Toshie Negishi, Ren Osugi.