Umi no Mieru Rihatsuten (2022)

Other name: 海の見える理髪店, Barber Shop with a View of the Sea

Description:

"Umi no Mieru Rihatsuten" transports viewers to a quaint barbershop in a charming small town nestled by the sea. This evocative film centers on a singular, deeply impactful hour shared between an experienced old owner and a curious young customer. As the ocean horizon stretches endlessly outside the shop's window, what begins as a routine haircut transforms into a quietly passionate encounter. The old owner, a man of few words but profound insights, skillfully wields his clippers while subtly uncovering the young customer's unspoken dreams and anxieties. In return, the young customer finds unexpected solace and connection, glimpsing a lifetime of wisdom in the owner’s steady hands and patient demeanor. Their brief interaction transcends mere conversation, becoming a poignant exchange of perspectives that subtly reshapes both their journeys, all within the intimate setting where the vast sea watches on.

Airs On: May 09, 2022

Producer: NHK

Director: Morigaki Yukihiro [森ガキ侑大]

Country: Japanese

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; life; Novel