Dr. Hikojiro 2015
In Keiichirō Yoshida's quirky mystery-comedy *Dr. Hikojiro (2015)*, the quiet streets of Kyoto become the unexpected stage for a baffling medical mystery.
Director: Keiichirō Yoshida
Cast
Susumu Terajima
Hikojiro Oyabu
Keiko Toda
Kyoko Uchikura
Takashi Ukaji
Takamaro Goshirakawa
Yasukaze Motomiya
Yukio Takano
Toshihide Tonesaku
Tadahiko Mori
Chika Arakawa
Nanami Mori
Azusa Watanabe
Miyoko Mori
Dankan
Koichiro Segawa
Masanobu Sakata
Isao Kosaka
Yuri Tamura
Takako Chiba
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Hikojiro (2015) about?
The film follows Kyoto doctor Hikojiro as he examines a Tokyo gallery owner suffering from stomach pains. After handing him a business card, the man is found dead the next day, sparking an investigation that challenges Hikojiro's assumptions and reveals a web of hidden motives.
Who directed Dr. Hikojiro?
Keiichirō Yoshida directed *Dr. Hikojiro*. Known for blending genres with a distinct visual style, Yoshida crafts a mystery that balances humor and suspense seamlessly.
Who stars in Dr. Hikojiro?
The film stars Susumu Terajima as Dr. Hikojiro, Keiko Toda as inn proprietress Shino Ogawa, and Takashi Ukaji as Tadahiko Mori, alongside Yasukaze Motomiya and Toshihide Tonesaku in pivotal supporting roles.
Is Dr. Hikojiro (2015) worth watching?
If you enjoy mystery-comedies with a fresh, offbeat twist, *Dr. Hikojiro (2015)* is well worth your time. Its clever pacing, engaging cast, and intriguing premise make it a standout film in its genre, offering both laughs and suspense without ever feeling predictable.
How long is Dr. Hikojiro?
Dr. Hikojiro has a runtime of 104 minutes, making it a tight, immersive experience that holds your attention from start to finish.
About Dr. Hikojiro (2015) — A quirky mystery where a doctor's routine call uncovers a deadly secret
In Keiichirō Yoshida's quirky mystery-comedy *Dr. Hikojiro (2015)*, the quiet streets of Kyoto become the unexpected stage for a baffling medical mystery. When Kyoto-based doctor Hikojiro is called to examine Tadahiko Mori, a Tokyo gallery owner suffering from stomach pains, he hands over a business card and sends the man on his way. But the next morning, Mori is found dead under mysterious circumstances, thrusting Hikojiro into an investigation that blurs the lines between professional duty and personal intrigue. With the help of an unwitting high school student, Nanami Mori—his late father's daughter—the doctor must navigate a web of secrets, lies, and dark humor.
Blending sharp wit with suspenseful twists, *Dr. Hikojiro* delivers a uniquely Japanese take on the whodunit, where every clue feels like a puzzle piece that might just slip through your fingers. Susumu Terajima anchors the film with his signature blend of warmth and gravitas, while Keiko Toda and Takashi Ukaji round out a cast that brings both comic timing and emotional depth to this offbeat thriller. Between the traditional ryokan settings and modern urban tensions, the film explores themes of trust, deception, and the unexpected consequences of good intentions.
