Okko's Inn

"All are welcome here"

2018 1h 34m JA

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7.2

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★7.2TMDB · 129

AnimationDramaFantasyFamily

Synopsis

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12-year-old Oriko Seki, who lost her parents in a car accident, ended up living in her grandmother's Onsen Ryokan "Haru no Ya." With the ghost "Uribou" cohabitating with her and all the other odds, she ended up training to be a young female innkeeper. At first, she didn't like the training, but gradually felt her admiration for her title and began to train seriously. Thus, the growth of the young warrior Oriko begins.

“All are welcome here”

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Cast

Seiran Kobayashi
Oriko 'Okko' Seki (voice)
Nana Mizuki
Matsuki Akino (voice)
Satsumi Matsuda
Makoto 'Uribou' Tateuri (voice)
Rina Endou
Miyo Akino (voice)
Etsuko Kozakura
Suzuki (voice)
Yoko Asagami
Mineko Seki (voice)
Kana Hanazawa
Mineko Seki (girl) (voice)
Teiyu Ichiryusai
Etsuko Tajima (voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Kitaro Kosaka
Writers: Reiko Yoshida
Languages: Japanese
Countries: Japan

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ERA

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Released 8 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Kitaro Kosaka, shot by Michiya Kato. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Keiichi Suzuki. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Kashiko Kimura shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Seiran Kobayashi and Nana Mizuki and Satsumi Matsuda carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "All are welcome here".

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt8328740 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Kitaro Kosaka directs. Michiya Kato behind the camera. Keiichi Suzuki scores. Kashiko Kimura cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in Japan. Dialogue in Japanese.

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Things worth knowing

1Released 8 years ago.
2Directed by Kitaro Kosaka, shot by Michiya Kato. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
3Original score by Keiichi Suzuki. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
4Editor Kashiko Kimura shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
5Seiran Kobayashi and Nana Mizuki and Satsumi Matsuda carry the top of the cast.
6Marketing tagline: "All are welcome here".
7IMDB entry: tt8328740 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
8Classified under 9 themes, including "based on novel or book", "supernatural", "slice of life", "ghost".
9Released under 16 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Cinematography: Michiya Kato
Original score: Keiichi Suzuki
Editing: Kashiko Kimura
Runtime: 94 min · 1h 34m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Box office: $293,385
Original language: JA
Certification (US): PG
IMDB: Okko's Inn (2018)

Awards

Mainichi Film Award for Best Animation Film

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SWITCH.2019-08-14
★ 6/10
Although it doesn't hit the high-water mark of ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ and similarly-themed Studio Ghibli fare, Kitarō’s ‘Okko’s Inn’ is, like the tradition of omotenashi itself, charming and effective at pleasing its young audience, and goes well beyond a napkin on the lap or smile upon arrival. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-okkos-inn-a-gentle-tale-of-ghosts-and-human-kindness
Alunauwie2025-09-18
★ 9/10
Okko’s Inn, adapted from Hiroko Reijo’s children’s novel series, offers a heartwarming blend of grief, growth, and ghostly friendships wrapped in smooth, charming animation. While certain plot elements—like unrealistic character independence and oddly youthful portrayals—may raise questions, the film still delivers meaningful lessons about resilience, forgiveness, and moving forward after loss. Though animated and centered on a child, its mature themes are best appreciated with parental guidance. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)