Akiko's Piano (2020)

Other name: Akiko’s Piano ～被爆したピアノが奏でる和音～, Akiko's Piano: Chords Played by the Surviving Piano

Description:

In 1940s Hiroshima, Akiko finds profound joy and escape through playing her cherished piano amidst the escalating global conflict. Her life with her father, mother, and two younger brothers is increasingly shaped by the war, prompting Akiko to dedicate her time to crucial war efforts. Despite the growing hardships, her passion for music remains a comforting constant.

The morning of August 6, 1945, marks a pivotal moment when Akiko, in an act of youthful defiance, disobeys her father and heads into the bustling center of town for work. The narrative then delves into the devastating events that unfold, irrevocably altering the city and its inhabitants. Seventy-five years later, a powerful symbol of resilience emerges: Akiko's beloved piano, having miraculously survived the atomic bombing, stands beautifully restored and fully playable in Hiroshima, a poignant testament to enduring spirit and memory across generations.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Drama; Family; Historical; Musical; War