Seaside Serendipity
2025 Japanese film
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Seaside Serendipity (Japanese: 海辺へ行く道) is a 2025 drama film for children, written and directed by Satoko Yokohama. The film based on Manga by Gin Miyoshi depicts a coastal town which attracts artists who involve children and adults in their mysterious activities.[1][2][3]
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| Japanese | 海辺へ行く道 |
| Literally | The road to the seaside |
| Directed by | Satoko Yokohama |
| Written by | Satoko Yokohama |
| Based on | 海辺へ行く道 Manga by Gin Miyoshi |
| Produced by | Daisuke Wada |
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| Cinematography | Yuta Tsukinaga |
| Edited by | Keiko Okawa |
| Music by | Zo Zhit |
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| Distributed by | Tokyo Theatre |
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Running time | 140 minutes |
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| Language | Japanese |
The film was selected in the Generation Kplus section at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, where it had its World premiere on 17 February and competed for The Grand Prix of the International Jury for the Best Film.[4]
Synopsis
The tale of the film is heartwarming, rich in humor and kindness, celebrates life and its complexities.
In a coastal town attracting artists, 14-year-old Sosuke and his friends stay busy painting and helping with school projects. As carefree children interact with secret-laden adults, the sunlit ocean reflects their contrasting struggles—kids embracing challenges while adults seek elusive answers.
Cast
- Kōnosuke Harada as Sosuke Minami
- Kumiko Aso as Sumiko Minami
- Kengo Kora as Takaoka
- Erika Karata as Yoko
- Koharu Sugawara as Meg
- Ayame Goriki as Risako
- Shun Aoi as Teruo Nashimoto
- Toma Nakasu as Ryoichi Tachibana
- Nanami Yamazaki as Honoka Hirai
- Chise Niitsu as Kana Nashimoto
- Nobuhiro Suwa as Mr. A
- Jun Murakami as Ken
- Kankuro Kudo as Goro
- Maki Sakai as Shizuka
Release
Seaside Serendipity had its World premiere on 17 February 2025, as part of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, in Generation Kplus.[5][6]
The film will also participate in the Setouchi International Art Festival 2025, one of Japan's largest art festivals held once every three years and marking its sixth installment, in 2025 it will be held from April 18 to May 25. The film is presented as a contemporary art piece and will be showcased at the art festival. This marks the first time the festival has included a film in its lineup.[7][8]
On October 16, 2025 it was presented in International Perspective section of the São Paulo International Film Festival.[9]
It will be presented in 'Country Focus: Japan - 2025' section of the 56th International Film Festival of India in November 2025.[10]
The film is scheduled to be released nationwide in Japan on August 29, 2025 by Tokyo Theater.[2]
Accolades
| Award | Date | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| Berlin International Film Festival | 23 February 2025 | The Grand Prix of the International Jury for the Best Film in Generation Kplus Special Mention | Seaside Serendipity | Special Mention | [11][12][13] |
| Yokohama Film Festival | 1 February 2026 | Best Cinematographer | Yuta Tsukinaga | Won | [14] |