Akashi
あかし
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.
Top Cast
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Vancouver International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mayumi Yoshida
- Screenplay & Story
- Mayumi Yoshida
- Original Score
- Andrew Yong Hoon Lee
- Original Title
- あかし
- Country of Origin
- Canada, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Crave, Experimental Forest Films, flag, Hollywood Suite, Musubi Arts, Tokyo Film Commission, Téléfilm Canada, Watermark Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mayumi Yoshida
Mayumi Yoshida
Andrew Yong Hoon Lee
Jaryl Lim
Nach Dudsdeemaytha
Tyler Hagan, Nach Dudsdeemaytha, Justin Ambrosino, Mallory Schwartz, Evan Dyal
Department Leadership Roster
Mayumi Yoshida
Director
Mayumi Yoshida
Writer
Nach Dudsdeemaytha
Editor
Jaryl Lim
Director of Photography
Andrew Yong Hoon Lee
Original Music Composer
Tyler Hagan
Producer
Nach Dudsdeemaytha
Producer
Tammy Joe
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Akashi.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Akashi
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 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.
Who directed Akashi?
Akashi was directed by Mayumi Yoshida.
Who stars in Akashi?
The principal cast of Akashi includes Mayumi Yoshida, Hana Kino, Ryo Tajima, Chieko Matsubara, Kunio Murai.
When was Akashi released and how long is it?
Akashi was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Akashi?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Akashi was composed by Andrew Yong Hoon Lee.