Live-Action Adaptation of 5 Centimeters Per Second Set for October 10 Release in Japan
- India Today Gaming
- May 29, 2025 (UPDATED: May 29, 2025 08:13 IST)
The live-action adaptation of Makoto Shinkai's acclaimed anime 5 Centimeters Per Second is set to premiere in Japan on October 10, 2025. Directed by Yoshiyuki Okuyama and starring Hokuto Matsumura.
The live-action adaptation of 5 Centimeters Per Second, the popular anime film by director Makoto Shinkai, is officially set to hit theaters in Japan on October 10, 2025.
The film is being directed by Yoshiyuki Okuyama, with the screenplay written by Fumiko Suzuki. Spoon handles production., and distribution will be managed by Toho, one of Japan’s leading film companies. Matsumura will bring to life the central character of Takaki, whose journey explores themes of distance, growing up, and the bittersweet nature of first love.
Anime 5 Centimeters Per Second to get Movie Live Adaptation
A just-released teaser photo gives us a glimpse of the visual tone of the movie. Matsumura stands alone with a blooming cherry blossom tree against a wintry background. The combination of spring and winter at once takes fans back to the original anime spirit.
About the Anime 5 Centimeters Per Second
For those who do not know, 5 Centimeters Per Second was initially a 2007 animated film. The tale revolves around two childhood friends, Takaki and Akari, who get separated after their parents relocate to other cities. In spite of the distance between them, their emotional connection does not die down. As Takaki tries to bridge the gap between him and Akari, he grapples with time passing by, maturity, and the fact that how relationships evolve.
The anime version is widely praised for its realistic storytelling and breathtaking animation. It has become a classic among fans of Makoto Shinkai’s work, which includes hits like Your Name and Weathering with You. The live-action film aims to keep the heart of the original while bringing a new perspective through real-life visuals and performances.
This adaptation has been on the radar of many anime lovers, and the confirmation of its release date, along with the first teaser image, has only increased the excitement. With a talented team behind it, the live-action 5 Centimeters Per Second hopes to capture the same quiet power and emotional depth that made the original so memorable.