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The Days of Morisaki Bookstore
7.0 / 10• 2010• 1h 49m•NR• Japanese
Drama
Storyline
After learning her boyfriend and colleague was already in a relationship and about to marry another colleague, Takako quits her job and falls into a slump. Her uncle, Satoru, offers her a job and room in his used bookstore in Jinbocho. Despite her initial lack of interest, Takako is slowly drawn into the world of books through contact with the customers who frequent the store.
Cast & Crew
Akiko Kikuchi
Takako
Lead
Takashi Naito
Satoru
Rena Tanaka
Tomoko
Toshinobu Matsuo
Hideaki
Ryo Iwamatsu
Sabu
Hisashi Yoshizawa
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Kitaro
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LT
Lena Tanaka
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What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Asako Hyuga's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Days of Morisaki Bookstore is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
