Where to watch Botchan in Japan
Botchan is streaming on U-NEXT and dAnime Amazon Channel in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability checked 4 June 2026.
About Botchan
Botchan is a 1980 movie in the Animation and Drama genres, directed by Yoshio Takeuchi, starring Hideki Saijo, Akira Kume and Gorō Naya. It has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Botchan in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Botchan, a recent graduate, sets out for his first teaching assignment - never anticipating what awaits him. He must contend with students who spy on him and pull nasty stunts and with a landlord who constantly tries to sell him worthless antiques. While on a fishing trip to boost his spirits, Botchan suspects Hotta, his one friend in the village, as the cause of all of his misery. But this is just beginning of his problems - During a meeting to discuss the students' disrespectful behavior towards Botchan, the proposed punishment is surprisingly mild despite the severity of the acts. Yet, Botchan's suspected adversary defends him. Were the other faculty members lying about Hotta? Botchan may soon discover the truth, for when evidence of the dean's activities surface, Botchan and Hotta must team up to corner the dean in his own scandalous game. Based on Natsume Soseki's 1906 novel, which was one of Japan's best-selling books.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Botchan in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream Botchan on U-NEXT and dAnime Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Is Botchan on Netflix?+
Botchan is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT and dAnime Amazon Channel.
How long is Botchan?+
Botchan has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).
Who stars in Botchan?+
Botchan stars Hideki Saijo, Akira Kume, Gorō Naya, Ichiro Nagai and Isamu Tanonaka.
When did Botchan come out?+
Botchan is a 1980 movie directed by Yoshio Takeuchi.
What genre is Botchan?+
Botchan is Animation and Drama film.
Who directed Botchan?+
Botchan was directed by Yoshio Takeuchi.
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