Storyline
Shoji Segawa was a quiet and inconspicuous boy, but, for the first time, he is recognized by people after winning the National Middle School Shogi Tournament. At the age of 26, his dream of becoming a professional shogi player collapses due to an age restriction. After he quits playing shogi, he becomes desperate. With the support of his peers, including Yuya Suzuki, and his love of shogi, Shoji Segawa begins to play shogi again. A miracle happens to him.
Cast & Crew
Ryuhei Matsuda
Shoji Segawa
Lead
Yojiro Noda
Yuya Suzuki
Hirofumi Arai
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Jun Kunimura
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Kento Nagayama
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Shota Sometani
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Kiyohiko Shibukawa
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Ryusuke Komakine
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What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Toshiaki Toyoda's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Miracle of Crybaby Shottan is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
