Kuro (2012): Cast & Plot
Kuro is a 2012 romantic drama directed by Daisuke Shimote, starring Airi Kido as Kuro Kimura, Yu Saitoh and Hideo Nakaizumi. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Daisuke Shimote
- Original language
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Japanese - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kuro About?
The premise of Kuro without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In Tokyo, Kuro, who works at a bakery, Eito, a photographer, and Gou, a theater director, unexpectedly cross paths. Seeking an escape from their everyday lives, they decide to share a secluded inn by the sea. The story explores their relationships and individual journeys as they navigate life together in this unusual living arrangement.
Kuro Cast & Characters
Airi Kido leads the cast as Kuro Kimura, with Yu Saitoh as Eito and Hideo Nakaizumi as Gou. Directed by Daisuke Shimote; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Daisuke Shimote
- Airi Kido as Kuro Kimura
- Yu Saitoh as Eito
- Hideo Nakaizumi as Gou
- Wakana Matsumoto as Nana
Also Starring in Kuro
· 3 more- Tarô Suwa Taizo
- Daisuke Iijima
- Hikari Kajiwara Kizashi
Kuro Plot Summary
What happens in Kuro from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Kuro, Airi Kido once dreamed of becoming a baker but was fired from a bakery, leaving her at a crossroads and seeking a fresh start. Eito, Yu Saitoh, a photographer, has just broken up with Nana, Wakana Matsumoto, the woman he believed he would marry. Gou, Hideo Nakaizumi, a stage producer, is in trouble after missing a main actress. These three strangers, who seem to share little in common, hurry out of Tokyo and meet by chance, eventually fleeing to a deserted hotel near the sea to hide from their lives and figure out their next steps. At first, they are distant and indifferent, but over time they begin to form a quiet, fragile camaraderie, learning to coexist in a life that feels carefree yet guarded.
Full summary
The whole story of Kuro, scene by scene
Kuro Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Kuro.
How Well Do You Know Kuro?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actress portrays the character Kuro?
Kuro Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “仨小確幸” and “Hanarebanareni”.
- Also known as
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- 仨小確幸
- Hanarebanareni
- 失散的人们
- 失散的人們
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Kuro FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Kuro, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kuro?
Kuro runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Kuro released?
Kuro was released on October 21, 2012.
Who directed Kuro?
Kuro was directed by Daisuke Shimote.
Who is in the cast of Kuro?
Kuro stars Airi Kido as Kuro Kimura, Yu Saitoh as Eito and Hideo Nakaizumi as Gou, among 7 credited actors.
Does Kuro have a post-credit scene?
No. Kuro has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Kuro in?
The original language of Kuro is Japanese.
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