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Yukiko a.k.a (2025)

Directed by Naoya Kusaba

Overview

Yukiko, a 29-year-old elementary school teacher in Tokyo, struggles with student communication and personal insecurities. Overlooked in the “Favorite Teacher Ranking” and uneasy about her boyfriend’s marriage hints, she finds solace in hip-hop. Yet, in her first rap battle, she is completely overwhelmed by her opponent. This story follows Yukiko’s journey to discover the meaning of living authentically.

Length 98 minutes

Actors

Rio Yamashita | Daichi Watanabe | Ryo Ishibashi | Ayame Gouriki | Fusako Urabe | Ryô Ikeda | Eriko Nakamura | Halo Asada | Higuchi Chennai | Mariko Akama