---
title: "The Ghost of Yotsuya"
year: 1959
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-ghost-of-yotsuya-1959"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 140025
imdb_id: "tt0202141"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 15
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Ghost of Yotsuya (1959) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-ghost-of-yotsuya-1959

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Ghost of Yotsuya is a 1959 Japanese supernatural horror film directed by Nobuo Nakagawa. It serves as a cinematic adaptation of the famous kabuki play Yotsuya Kaidan, focusing on the story of a murdered wife who returns to seek vengeance against those who wronged her.

Culturally, the film is notable for being part of a series of horror adaptations produced by Nakagawa for the Shintoho studio during the late 1950s. It remains a significant entry in the genre, drawing upon one of the most enduring and frequently recounted ghost stories in Japanese folklore.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A betrayed wife seeks supernatural retribution in this classic adaptation of a legendary Japanese ghost story."

### Why Watch
- It is a significant adaptation of the traditional kabuki play Yotsuya Kaidan.
- The film represents the horror work of director Nobuo Nakagawa for Shintoho.
- It explores one of the most frequently told ghost stories in Japanese history.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers unfamiliar with traditional Japanese folklore may find the narrative pacing or style challenging.
- Tone & Suitability: This is a supernatural horror film that maintains a traditional tone consistent with its kabuki origins.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #supernatural-horror, #vengeance-tale, #japanese-cinema, #kabuki-adaptation, #classic-ghost-story

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+, Shudder, Night Flight Plus, OVID | Darkroom | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Shudder | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Shudder, AMC+ | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kenji Misumi
- **Networks / Studios**: Daiei Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kazuo Hasegawa** as *Iemon Tamiya*
- **Yasuko Nakada** as *Oiwa*
- **Yōko Uraji** as *Oume*
- **Mieko Kondō** as *Osode*
- **Jōji Tsurumi** as *Kohei*
- **Naritoshi Hayashi** as *Yomoshichi*
- **Hideo Takamatsu** as *Naosuke Gombei*
- **Chieko Murata** as *Omaki*
- **Kōichi Aihara** as *Tôzô Kido*
- **Shinobu Araki** as *Hikoroku Matsumura*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream this film?
Streaming availability for The Ghost of Yotsuya varies by region and platform; please check your local digital movie services for current listings.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
The film holds a 73 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting it is well-regarded by audiences interested in classic horror.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
Sources indicate the film has a runtime of either 1 hour and 24 minutes or 1 hour and 40 minutes.

### Q: Is this a standalone story?
Yes, it is a feature-length adaptation of the kabuki play Yotsuya Kaidan and functions as a complete narrative.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Ghost of Yotsuya — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/140025)
- [The Ghost of Yotsuya (1959) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0155278/fullcredits/)
- [The Ghost of Yotsuya (Shintoho film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ghost_of_Yotsuya_(Shintoho_film))
- [The Ghost of Yotsuya (1959)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)
- [The Ghost of Yotsuya](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [The Ghost of Yotsuya (1959) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-ghost-of-yotsuya-1959/credits)

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