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Kokuho: Japan's Top-Grossing Film Hits U.K. Cinemas 2026

2/17/2026

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Kokuho (the film) is Japan's highest-grossing live-action film.
Kokuho will premiere in U.K. and Ireland cinemas on April 3, 2026.
Directed by Lee Sang-il, the film is based on Shuichi Yoshida's novel.
Kokuho grossed $125 million in Japan.
Kokuho earned a nomination for best make-up and hairstyling at the 98th Academy Awards in 2026.

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Story summary

Kokuho (the film) is Japan's highest-grossing live-action film.
Kokuho will premiere in U.K. and Ireland cinemas on April 3, 2026.
Directed by Lee Sang-il, the film is based on Shuichi Yoshida's novel.
Kokuho grossed $125 million in Japan.
Kokuho earned a nomination for best make-up and hairstyling at the 98th Academy Awards in 2026.