Warotenka (2017)

Other name: わろてんか

Description:

Warotenka is a compelling historical drama unfolding from the late Meiji era to post-World War II, centered in Osaka. The story follows a determined woman, originally from a Kyoto drug wholesale family, who defies parental expectations to marry the comedy-loving son of a rice dealing business. United by their shared passion for entertainment, the couple unexpectedly finds themselves managing a vaudeville theater. Against the backdrop of a changing Japan, this pioneering woman embarks on an extraordinary journey. She transforms the entertainment landscape, becoming Japan's first female entrepreneur to establish a successful comedy business, ultimately making Osaka a renowned capital of laughter. This narrative celebrates ambition, resilience, and the enduring power of dreams.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2017

Genre:Business; Comedy; Drama; Family; Historical; life; Romance