Nagasaki Burabura Bushi (2000)

Other name: 長崎ぶらぶら節, Nagasaki Bura Bura, It Is a Long Walk

Description:

Set in the southern city of Nagasaki during the 1920s, Nagasaki Burabura Bushi is a touching romantic drama adapted from Rei Nakanishi's award-winning novel. The film follows the romantic involvement between Aihachi, a beautiful aging woman who was once a legendary geisha, and Jujiro Koga, an equally aging businessman and amateur scholar. Smitten with Aihachi's incredible talent and mature beauty, Jujiro Koga invites her to embark on a meaningful journey to record traditional Nagasaki folk songs before they disappear forever. As they work together to preserve these musical treasures, a deep and passionate romance blossoms between them. Nagasaki Burabura Bushi beautifully captures the essence of love, heritage, and nostalgia in a changing world. This captivating story offers viewers a poignant look at cultural preservation, making it a must-watch classic for fans of historical romance.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2000

Genre:Drama; Geishas; Historical; Romance