Black Kite
Yasu's mother passed away when he was very young and his father abandoned him. Yasu's wife, Misako, also lost both her parents when she was young. The two spend their days in happiness, watching their young son, Akira, grow up. Unfortunately, a freakish accident occurs that results in Misako sacrificing her life to protect her son. Yasu loses himself in grief and remorse, but recovers as he vows to raise his 3 year-old son as best as possible.
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About Black Kite
Black Kite is a 2013 Japanese-language drama and family series created by Kiyoshi Shigematsu. The cast is led by Seiyo Uchino, Takeru Satoh, Kazue Fukiishi. It spans 1 season and 10 episodes and has concluded.
Black Kite was produced by TBS and made in Japan. It was first aired on January 13, 2013.
- Director
- Daisuke Yamamuro, Yuji Nakamae
- Created by
- Kiyoshi Shigematsu
- Writers
- Yoshiko Morishita
- First aired
- January 13, 2013
- Last aired
- March 17, 2013
- Original language
- Japanese
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (10 episodes)
- Network
- TBS
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- TBS
Black Kite cast & crew
Black Kite was created by Kiyoshi Shigematsu and written by Yoshiko Morishita.
The cast features Seiyo Uchino as Yasuo Ichikawa, Takeru Satoh as Akira Ichikawa, Kazue Fukiishi as Yumi Sakamoto, Takako Tokiwa as Ichikawa Misako, Bengal as President Bito, and Kenta Uchino as Rokukawa Shinnosuke.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Akihiko Ishimaru.
Is Black Kite worth watching?
With 1 season and 10 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy drama and family, Black Kite is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Black Kite
Seiyo Uchino
Yasuo Ichikawa
Takeru Satoh
Akira Ichikawa
Kazue Fukiishi
Yumi Sakamoto
Takako Tokiwa
Ichikawa Misako
Bengal
President Bito
Kenta Uchino
Rokukawa Shinnosuke
Tsubasa Honda
Matsumoto Kyo
Takako Katou
Sachie
Akira Emoto
Kaiun
Mami Hashimoto
Kuzuhara's wife
Takuma Otoo
Kuzuhara Tetsuya
Yumi Aso
Taeko
Black Kite — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Black Kite in United States?
Black Kite is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Black Kite in?
Black Kite is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Black Kite are there?
Black Kite has 1 season with 10 episodes in total.
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