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A Day in the Life of Chameko (1931): Cast

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A Day in the Life of Chameko is a 1931 short animated music film directed by Kiyoji Nishikura, starring Hideko Hirai as Chameko (voice), Teiichi Futamura and Ruby Takai. It runs 7 minutes.

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A Day in the Life of Chameko (1931) movie poster
Released
Runtime
7 min
Director
Kiyoji Nishikura
Genres
Animation , Music
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Day in the Life of Chameko About?

The premise of A Day in the Life of Chameko without spoilers.

Based on Hideko Hirai’s 1929 hit song, this short film is a rare historical curiosity that opens a window onto 1930s Japanese popular culture by following the everyday world of a bright, energetic young girl. It features an early product placement for Lion Toothpaste, includes educational segments, and incorporates newsreel footage of Kinue Hitomi, Japan’s first female Olympic medalist.

A Day in the Life of Chameko Themes & Keywords

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  • classroom
  • education
  • young girl
  • slice of life
  • film within a film
  • product placement
  • newsreel
  • cinema
  • tram
  • car accident
  • growing up
  • toothpaste
+8 more
  • dog
  • decapitation
  • school uniform
  • school
  • teacher student relationship
  • mother daughter relationship
  • breakfast
  • sunrise
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Cast & crew

A Day in the Life of Chameko Cast & Characters

Hideko Hirai leads the cast as Chameko (voice), with Teiichi Futamura as Teacher (voice) and Ruby Takai as Mother (voice). Directed by Kiyoji Nishikura.

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A Day in the Life of Chameko Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “A Day of Chameko” and “Chameko’s Day”.

Also known as
  • A Day of Chameko
  • Chameko’s Day

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A Day in the Life of Chameko FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of A Day in the Life of Chameko, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Day in the Life of Chameko?

A Day in the Life of Chameko runs 7 minutes.

When was A Day in the Life of Chameko released?

A Day in the Life of Chameko was released on May 26, 1931.

Who directed A Day in the Life of Chameko?

A Day in the Life of Chameko was directed by Kiyoji Nishikura.

Who is in the cast of A Day in the Life of Chameko?

A Day in the Life of Chameko stars Hideko Hirai as Chameko (voice), Teiichi Futamura as Teacher (voice) and Ruby Takai as Mother (voice).

Does A Day in the Life of Chameko have a post-credit scene?

No. A Day in the Life of Chameko has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is A Day in the Life of Chameko in?

The original language of A Day in the Life of Chameko is Japanese.

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