Pocket ni Boken wo Tsumekonde (2023)

Other name: ポケットに冒険をつめこんで, ポケつめ, ポケットにぼうけんをつめこんで, Pokétsume, Poketto ni Bouken wo Tsumekonde, Pack Your Pocket with Adventure, Carry Adventure in Your Pocket

Description:

"Pocket ni Boken wo Tsumekonde" follows Madoka Akagi, a young woman who left her port town upbringing for Tokyo, chasing her post-university dreams. Working at ADventure, a small advertising agency, she soon discovers that city life is far from her idealized vision, with daily struggles and mounting pressure. Her career reaches a critical point when she must deliver a presentation that will determine the company's fate. Just as her resolve falters, a thoughtful package from her mother arrives, containing a Game Boy Pocket and the iconic Pokémon Red.

For the first time in twenty years, Madoka immerses herself in the beloved game, embarking on a nostalgic adventure through the Kanto region. This digital quest unexpectedly begins to reflect her real-world challenges and aspirations. As she navigates the world of Pokémon, she finds inspiration and resilience. Will Madoka's rediscovered passion for "catching 'em all" provide the creativity and determination she needs to conquer her professional hurdles and reignite her personal dreams in the bustling metropolis? Her journey within the game might just hold the key to her success.

Episodes: 10

Producer: TV Tokyo

Director: Paul Young [ヤング・ポール]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:Drama