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The Yellow Handkerchief

The Yellow Handkerchief

Three complete strangers embark on a road-trip to Hokkaido.

The story is about a convict released from prison for an old murder who is thinking about returning to his ex-wife and his former life. If she puts a yellow handkerchief on the window, it would mean that she wants him back at home.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 幸福の黄色いハンカチ
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1977-09-30
  • Runtime: 109 minutes
  • Rating: 6.9/10 (36 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Shochiku
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.6402
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Ken Takakura

Ken Takakura

as Yusaku Shima

Chieko Baisho

Chieko Baisho

as Mitsue Shima

Kaori Momoi

Kaori Momoi

as Akemi Ogawa

Tetsuya Takeda

Tetsuya Takeda

as Kinya Hanada

Hachiro Tako

Hachiro Tako

as Yakuza

Hisao Dazai

Hisao Dazai

as Ryokan Manager

Mari Okamoto

Mari Okamoto

as Ramen Shop Girl

Kiyoshi Atsumi

Kiyoshi Atsumi

as Watanabe Kacho

Akihiko Hanyû

Akihiko Hanyû

as Policeman

Hidetoshi Hasegawa

Hidetoshi Hasegawa

as Policeman

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Yellow Handkerchief (1977) Original Trailer [HD]

External Links

Keywords

redemptionroad tripfamily reunionsecond chancereconciliationunlikely friendshiphokkaido, japan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Yellow Handkerchief?

The Yellow Handkerchief is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1977-09-30.

Who are the main actors in The Yellow Handkerchief?

The main cast includes Ken Takakura, Chieko Baisho, Kaori Momoi, Tetsuya Takeda, Hachiro Tako, .

Where can I watch The Yellow Handkerchief online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Yellow Handkerchief is available.

Is The Yellow Handkerchief based on a true story?

Three complete strangers embark on a road-trip to Hokkaido.

What is the IMDb rating of The Yellow Handkerchief?

The Yellow Handkerchief has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 36 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Yellow Handkerchief?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Yellow Handkerchief?

The soundtrack was composed by Shochiku. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Yellow Handkerchief filmed?

The Yellow Handkerchief was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Yellow Handkerchief?

The total runtime of The Yellow Handkerchief is 109 minutes.

Is The Yellow Handkerchief suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Yellow Handkerchief?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Yellow Handkerchief.

Does The Yellow Handkerchief have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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