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Kukai

9.519842h 59mMovieHistoryDrama

The life and times of Kûkai, a Japanese monk who studies Esoteric Buddhism in the far reaches of India, China and Tibet, then uses their combined influence to establish the Shingon school during the Heian period in early 9th Century AD.

DirectorJunya Satō

WriterAkira Hayasaka

ProducerSunao Sakagami

Where to watch

Not available in Australia

Streaming in 2 other countries

Kukai isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Japan, Taiwan. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

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Kukai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Kukai?

Kukai isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Japan and Taiwan. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Kukai on Netflix?

No, Kukai is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Kukai on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Kukai isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Kukai for free?

Kukai isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Kukai based on a true story?

Yes — Kukai is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).