Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- film
- Runtime
- 19 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- 1979
- Source
- Other source
- Director
- Kihachirou Kawamoto
- Music
- Tooru Takemitsu
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 56/100
Tags & Tropes
Synopsis
Many years ago, a young woman named Unai-Otome lived in the village of Ikuta. As she was beautiful it was no surprise that she had two suitors, both deeply in love with her. The girl was torn apart over which one to choose. In her desperation she chose a third option - taking her own life. Although her intentions were absolutely pure, not even in death did she find the solace she desired. Many decades later, a pilgrim walking by her grave meets a beautiful young woman and her story once again rises from the depths of time.... With a plot based on a classic play of Noh traditional theatre, the film presents the peak of Kawamoto’s mastery thanks to its expert mediation of the absurdity of the human condition.
Should you watch Kataku?
Kataku has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 56/100 — 18% of 434 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 685 AniList users who started it, 3.2% dropped it, so it is rarely abandoned; 640 have finished it.
As a 19-minute film, it fits in a single evening.
Best for viewers who enjoy Supernatural — especially demons, historical, puppetry.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Kihachirou Kawamoto
- Series composition
- Kihachirou Kawamoto
- Music
- Tooru Takemitsu
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Kataku FAQ
How long is Kataku?
Kataku runs 19 minutes (19 minutes).
Is Kataku finished?
Yes. Kataku has finished airing — the final episode aired 1979.
Is Kataku based on a other source?
Yes. Kataku adapts the other source.