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Kakizaki Yuji’s period film is not like the jidaigeki films we are used to. While it deals with themes of seppuku, duty, and loyalty to one’s masters and the shogun, we see very little in terms of action. Instead, the film focuses on the inner thoughts and struggles of the protagonist—who is ordered to perform a ritual suicide—his wife, and their entire household, all leading up to the final moment.
Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down is a 2026 period drama from director Kakizaki Yuji that rejects traditional jidaigeki action in favor of intimate psychological exploration. The film follows a protagonist ordered to perform ritual suicide, examining the inner turmoil of him, his wife, and household as they grapple with duty, loyalty, and mortality.
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Yuka Takeshima
Masayuki Deai
Yasuyuki Maekawa
Ema Fujisawa
Masaya Kikawada
Toshiya Sakai
Yuichi Haba
Hiroaki Murakami
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When does Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down release?
The film releases on September 30, 2026 (confirmed).
What kind of film is this?
It's a character-driven period drama that focuses on the psychological and emotional dimensions of its story rather than action sequences, exploring themes of duty, loyalty, and honor.
Is this a traditional samurai action film?
No. While it deals with samurai themes like seppuku and loyalty to the shogun, the film emphasizes internal conflict and dialogue over the action-oriented style typical of jidaigeki films.
Who directs Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down?
The film is directed by Kakizaki Yuji.
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