Kon Ichikawa Films on Blu-ray & DVD

Kon Ichikawa was one of Japan's most versatile post-war directors, moving between harrowing war drama, biting satire and stylish mystery across a remarkably long career. All five films in this collection are his work, including the rare, out-of-print Alone Across the Pacific.

Browse our full collection of Kon Ichikawa films below.

Essential Kon Ichikawa Releases

The five Ichikawa titles in this collection:

Alone Across the Pacific, a rare out-of-print DVD, is also available in this collection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kon Ichikawa known for?

Ichikawa is known for his remarkable range - from The Burmese Harp's devastating anti-war drama to the visual flair of An Actor's Revenge and the dark comedy of Ten Women in Black - rarely repeating the same tone twice.

Where should I start with Ichikawa?

The Burmese Harp is his most internationally celebrated and acclaimed work, and the strongest entry point into his filmography.

Is Alone Across the Pacific hard to find?

Yes - it's listed here as a rare, out-of-print DVD, so availability may be limited compared to the collection's other titles.

Are these region-free with English subtitles?

Yes, these are region-free releases from specialist Japanese cinema labels, with English subtitles included.

Do you have more classic Japanese drama?

Browse our wider Japanese cinema collections, including titles from contemporaries like Akira Kurosawa and Yasuzo Masumura.