Kwaidan
怪談
“In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."”
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About
Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.
Cast
Michiyo Aratama
as First Wife (segment "The Black Hair")
Rentaro Mikuni
as Husband (segment "The Black Hair")
Misako Watanabe
as Second Wife (segment "The Black Hair")
Kenjirō Ishiyama
as Father (segment "The Black Hair")
Ranko Akagi
as Mother (segment "The Black Hair")
Fumie Kitahara
as (segment "The Black Hair")
Kappei Matsumoto
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Yoshiko Ieda
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Otome Tsukimiya
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Kenzō Tanaka
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Kiyoshi Nakano
as (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Tatsuya Nakadai
as Minokichi (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Keiko Kishi
as Yuki the Snow Maiden (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Yūko Mochizuki
as Minokichi's Mother (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Kin Sugai
as Village Woman (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Noriko Sengoku
as Village Woman (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Akiko Nomura
as (segment "The Woman of the Snow") (uncredited)
Torahiko Hamada
as (segment "The Woman of the Snow") (uncredited)
Jun Hamamura
as (segment "The Woman of the Snow")
Katsuo Nakamura
as Hoichi (segment "Hoichi the Earless")
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Stream Kwaidan online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated horror, fantasy, and drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1965, it's earned a solid 7.7/10 from 451 viewers worldwide.
About Kwaidan
“In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."”
Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup. Running 183 minutes.
Kwaidan Cast and Characters
The cast features Michiyo Aratama (as First Wife (segment "The Black Hair")), Rentaro Mikuni (as Husband (segment "The Black Hair")), Misako Watanabe (as Second Wife (segment "The Black Hair")), Kenjirō Ishiyama (as Father (segment "The Black Hair")), and Ranko Akagi (as Mother (segment "The Black Hair")). Their performances are a major reason Kwaidan has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Kwaidan NowWhy People Are Watching Kwaidan
There's a reason Kwaidan keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Kwaidan online for free?
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How long is Kwaidan?
Kwaidan runs for 183 minutes (about 3.1 hours).
Is Kwaidan good? What's the rating?
Kwaidan holds a 7.7/10 rating based on 451 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Kwaidan?
The main cast includes Michiyo Aratama, Rentaro Mikuni, Misako Watanabe, and Kenjirō Ishiyama, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Kwaidan available in Japanese?
Yes — Kwaidan was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Kwaidan released?
Kwaidan was released in 1965.
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Where can I watch Kwaidan for free?
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What is Kwaidan about?
Kwaidan is a Horror/Fantasy film. Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.
When was Kwaidan released?
Kwaidan was released on January 6, 1965. It has a runtime of 3h 3m. The film was produced by Ninjin Club.
Who stars in Kwaidan?
Kwaidan stars Michiyo Aratama, Rentaro Mikuni, Misako Watanabe and Kenjirō Ishiyama. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Kwaidan available in HD?
Yes, Kwaidan is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.