Set after the war in Japan, when the country experienced rapid economic growth, Kikuo is born into a yakuza family. His strange fate leads him to be eventually taken in by a kabuki theater actor. He experiences turbulent times, but his talent as a kabuki actor blossoms. (Source: AsianWiki) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Kokuho" (国宝) by Yoshida Shuichi (吉田修一). ~~ Release dates: May 18, 2025 (Festival) || Jun 6, 2025 (Cinema)