2026-03-20
Kabuki Epic Kokuho Sweeps Japan Academy Awards
The Japan Academy Film Prize, often called the Japanese Oscars, is the most prestigious film award ceremony in Japan, recognizing excellence in the domestic film industry since 1978.
Eiga Kokuho wa, Nihon Akademii Sho de juu no sho o torimashita.
The movie Kokuho won 10 awards at the Japan Academy Prize.
Ri Saniru kantoku no eiga Kokuho wa, Dai yonjukyuu kai Nihon Akademii Sho de saiyuushuu sakuhin sho nado juu bumon o jushoo shimashita.
Director Lee Sang-ils film Kokuho won in 10 categories including Best Picture at the 49th Japan Academy Film Prize.
Ri Saniru kantoku ni yoru kabuki o daizai to shita jojishi Kokuho ga, Dai yonjuukyuukai Nihon Akademii Shou ni oite, saiyuushuu sakuhinsho kantokusho o fukumu juu bumon de eikan ni kagayaita.
The kabuki-themed epic Kokuho by director Lee Sang-il was honored in 10 categories including Best Picture and Best Director at the 49th Japan Academy Film Prize.