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Bread of Happiness

2012Movie1 h 54 min

ComedyDrama
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

An uplifting, wholesome comedy movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

A couple decide to relocate from Tokyo to the northern island of Hokkaido where they settle and establish a bakery and café called Mani. One cooks. The other bakes. Everyone walks out happy.

Feels like

  • Japanese Slice-of-Life
  • Comfort Food & Baking
  • Rural Hokkaido Setting
  • Heartwarming Relationships
  • Quiet & Reflective
  • Gentle Storytelling
  • Nostalgic Warmth
  • Optimistic Outlook

Cast

16 of 16

Crew

Directed by
Yukiko Mishima
Written by
Yukiko Mishima
Produced by
Kazuhiko Yusa, Yasuyuki Iwanami, Ayumi Suzui
Music by
Goro Yasukawa

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 28, 2012 · 1 h 54 min · Comedy, Drama

Released
January 28, 2012
Runtime
1 h 54 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
3 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Bread of Happiness?"

Questions about Bread of Happiness

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Bread of Happiness?

It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Bread of Happiness worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.6).

Is Bread of Happiness okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Bread of Happiness make me laugh?

Serious

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 0 of 4.

Will I feel good after watching Bread of Happiness?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.

Is Bread of Happiness in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.