Ase to Sekken (2022)

Other name: あせとせっけん, Sweat and Soap

Description:

Ase to Sekken unfolds as a uniquely heartwarming love story set within a cosmetics and bath products company. The film centers on Natori Kotaro, a brilliant product development planner known for his exceptional sense of smell and a distinct fetish for scents. His world intersects with Yaeshima Asako, who works diligently in the accounting department. Asako, however, harbors a profound inferiority complex concerning her own body smell, especially when she sweats, leading her to be reserved and self-conscious.

This unexpected romance blossoms as Natori finds himself inexplicably drawn to Asako's natural scent, much to her initial confusion and embarrassment. The narrative explores how Natori’s unusual attraction challenges Asako’s deep-seated insecurities, forcing her to confront her self-perception. It’s a tender exploration of finding beauty and acceptance in the most unconventional places, demonstrating that what one person perceives as a flaw, another might find utterly captivating. This charming tale highlights themes of self-love, understanding, and the surprising ways love can flourish.

Producer: MBS

Director: Shibue Shuhei [渋江修平]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Comedy; Manga; Romance