Sakuran
Kiyoha rises from the lowly courtesan ranks to the high class position of Oiran in the steamy red-light district of Yoshiwara. She is determined to stand on her own two feet and live life as she pleased.
Release Year
2006
Runtime
111 min
Audience Score
6.5
Genres
History, Drama
Story Snapshot
Kiyoha rises from the lowly courtesan ranks to the high class position of Oiran in the steamy red-light district of Yoshiwara. She is determined to stand on her own two feet and live life as she pleased.
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Sakuran is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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