Year: 1980
Runtime: 125 mins
Language: Japanese
Director: Kon Ichikawa
Chieko (Momoe Yamaguchi) grew up as the sole child of a dry‑goods store couple. In middle school she discovers they are not her biological parents. Her mother claims Chieko was taken as a baby while sleeping beneath a cherry tree in Gion, Kyoto, a story Chieko doubts. Though she is close to her adoptive parents, she confides only in her childhood friend Shinichi.
We’re working on a full plot summary and ending explanation for Koto: The Ancient City (1980). Check back soon—or request it now to help us prioritize it.
Don't stop at just watching — explore Koto: The Ancient City in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Koto: The Ancient City is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.
Track the full timeline of Koto: The Ancient City with every major event arranged chronologically. Perfect for decoding non-linear storytelling, flashbacks, or parallel narratives with a clear scene-by-scene breakdown.
Discover movies like Koto: The Ancient City that share similar genres, themes, and storytelling elements. Whether you’re drawn to the atmosphere, character arcs, or plot structure, these curated recommendations will help you explore more films you’ll love.
Koto: The Ancient City (1980) Scene-by-Scene Movie Timeline
Koto: The Ancient City (1980) Movie Characters, Themes & Settings
Koto: The Ancient City (1980) Spoiler-Free Summary & Key Flow
Movies Like Koto: The Ancient City – Similar Titles You’ll Enjoy
The Old Capital (2016) Ending Explained & Film Insights
Chie the Brat (1981) Plot Summary & Ending Explained
Tokyo Towers: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad (2007) Ending Explained & Film Insights
The Makioka Sisters (1983) Spoiler-Packed Plot Recap
Tsumiki kuzushi (1983) Story Summary & Characters
The Munekata Sisters (1950) Spoiler-Packed Plot Recap
Woman of Tokyo (1933) Plot Summary & Ending Explained
Tokyo Story (1953) Plot Summary & Ending Explained
Kabei: Our Mother (2008) Film Overview & Timeline
Twin Sisters of Kyoto (1963) Full Movie Breakdown
The Tokyo Siblings (1995) Full Movie Breakdown
Our Town (1956) Full Movie Breakdown
Okoto and Sasuke (1935) Full Movie Breakdown
The Tree of Love (1938) Story Summary & Characters
Tokyo Lullaby (1997) Story Summary & Characters