Naoko
"Running for you"
Originally released in 2008. Naoko is a drama/romance film. directed by Tomoyuki Furumaya. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Juri Ueno, Haruma Miura, and Tsurube Shofukutei
Synopsis
Naoko meets Yusuke while staying on an island for medical treatment. Yusuke's graceful athletic figure captivates her eyes and she falls in love with him. But their relationship is soon broken after Yusuke's father dies while trying to save Naoko from drowning. The memory of Yusuke leads Naoko to the track, and six years later, they meet each other again at a Marathon competition. Naoko decides to become a manager to help Yusuke, a gifted runner, and they embark on training together to heal their sorrows from the past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 18, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Juri Ueno
as Naoko Shinomiya
Haruma Miura
as Yusuke Iki
Tsurube Shofukutei
as Tensen Nishiura
Aimi Satsukawa
as Yuki Yoshizawa
Tokio Emoto
as Kimiyasu Okuda
Go Ayano
as Susumu Kuroda
Soran Tamoto
as Yoshizaki
Nanami Fujimoto
as Naoko Shinomiya (12 yrs old)
Kaoru Okunuki
as Kazuko Iki
Takeshi Sato
as Nobuyuki Goto
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Amuse Soft Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naoko about?
Naoko meets Yusuke while staying on an island for medical treatment. Yusuke's graceful athletic figure captivates her eyes and she falls in love with him. But their relationship is soon broken afte...
Who directed Naoko?
Naoko was directed by Tomoyuki Furumaya.
How long is Naoko?
Naoko has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Naoko released?
Naoko was released on September 18, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Naoko?
The main cast of Naoko includes Juri Ueno, Haruma Miura, Tsurube Shofukutei, Aimi Satsukawa, Tokio Emoto.