Tora-san of Goto (2016)

The 22 years of the familiarity of the family is drawn

Tora-san of Goto (2016) poster

This documentary film follows for 22 years a nine-member family involved in the manufacturing of Udon in the Goto Islands, Nagasaki prefecture. Mr. Toru Inuzuka called by nickname "Tora-san" is making famous 'Goto Udon' and natural salt on the island on which the depopulation is progressing. Seven children get up at 5 o'clock every morning, helping to make udon, and go to school. Children's help is recorded on the time card, and it is pocket money for children. The film talks about children's growth, marriage, childbirth, homecoming, and parting. The 22 years of familiarity of the family is drawn.

Director: Masaru Oura
Genre: Documentary, Drama, Family
Runtime: 114 min
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Cast

Production: Television Nagasaki
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja

Themes

Touching Family Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Foster Care and Survival, Hero Journey of a Single Parent

Keywords

japan, parent child relationship, family business , family, manufacturing, handmade, udon

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tora-san of Goto about?
This documentary film follows for 22 years a nine-member family involved in the manufacturing of Udon in the Goto Islands, Nagasaki prefecture. Mr. Toru Inuzuka called by nickname "Tora-san" is making famous 'Goto Udon' and natural salt on the island on which the depopulation is progressing. Seven children get up at 5 o'clock every morning, helping to make udon, and go to school. Children's help is recorded on the time card, and it is pocket money for children. The film talks about children's growth, marriage, childbirth, homecoming, and parting. The 22 years of familiarity of the family is drawn.
Who directed Tora-san of Goto?
Tora-san of Goto was directed by Masaru Oura.
Who stars in Tora-san of Goto?
Tora-san of Goto stars Toru Inuzuka, Masayo Inuzuka, Kokoro Inuzuka, Hanae Inuzuka, Takuro Inuzuka, Sebun Inuzuka.
How long is Tora-san of Goto?
Tora-san of Goto has a runtime of 1h 54m (114 minutes).
What genre is Tora-san of Goto?
Tora-san of Goto is a Documentary, Drama, Family film.
Where was Tora-san of Goto produced?
Tora-san of Goto was produced in Japan.
What are the themes of Tora-san of Goto?
The themes of Tora-san of Goto include: Touching Family Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Foster Care and Survival, Hero Journey of a Single Parent.