Akashi
Released just last year. Akashi is a drama film. directed by Mayumi Yoshida.
Starring Mayumi Yoshida, Hana Kino, and Ryo Tajima
Synopsis
Akashi is a multigenerational love story told across parallel timelines. Kana, a struggling artist in Vancouver, returns to Tokyo for her grandmother’s funeral, feeling out of place after ten years abroad. As she reflects on a secret only she and her grandmother shared—that her grandfather had another lover—she unexpectedly reconnects with an old love, Hiro. Intercut with the past, which traces her grandfather’s decades-long affair, Kana confronts hidden family truths and begins to navigate the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the choices that shape a life between desire and duty.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Crave
- Experimental Forest Films
- flag
- Hollywood Suite
- Musubi Arts
- Tokyo Film Commission
- Téléfilm Canada
- Watermark Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akashi about?
Akashi is a multigenerational love story told across parallel timelines. Kana, a struggling artist in Vancouver, returns to Tokyo for her grandmother’s funeral, feeling out of place after ten yea...
Who directed Akashi?
Akashi was directed by Mayumi Yoshida.
How long is Akashi?
Akashi has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Akashi released?
Akashi was released on October 5, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Akashi?
The main cast of Akashi includes Mayumi Yoshida, Hana Kino, Ryo Tajima, Chieko Matsubara, Kunio Murai.