6-Byoukan no Kiseki: Hanabishi Mochizuki Seitaro no Yuutsu (2023)

Other name: 6秒間の軌跡～花火師・望月星太郎の憂鬱, ろくびょうかんのきせき はなびし もちづきせいたろうのゆううつ, 6-Byoukan no Kiseki Hanabishi Mochizuki Seitarou no Yuutsu, 6-second Trajectory: Fireworks Expert Mochizuki Seitaro's Melancholy

Description:

This heartwarming fantasy drama delves into the struggles of the fireworks industry, severely impacted by the global pandemic and subsequent event cancellations. At the heart of the story is the Mochizuki Fireworks Store, a cherished family business passed down through generations. The fourth-generation owner, Mochizuki Kou, tragically passes away at the age of 80, leaving his son Seitaro overwhelmed and grief-stricken, facing an uncertain future alone.

However, the narrative takes a mysterious turn a few months later when Kou, believed to be dead, miraculously reappears before Seitaro, seemingly alive and well. This unexpected return sets the stage for a unique and heartwarming portrayal of the father and son fireworks masters. Their ensuing daily life is filled with wonder and the fantastical, exploring themes of family, legacy, and the enduring magic of their craft amidst extraordinary circumstances.

Producer: TV Asahi

Director: Fujita Meiji [藤田明二] and Hajime Takezono [竹園元]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:Family; Fantasy; life