Akashi (2017): Cast
Akashi is a 2017 short family drama starring Mayumi Yoshida as Kana, Hiro Kanagawa and Yayoi Hirano. It runs 10 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 10 min
- Original language
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Japanese - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Akashi About?
The premise of Akashi without spoilers.
Kana, a young Japanese woman working in North America, finds herself emotionally detached and struggling with relationships. When her mother informs her of her grandmother's passing, Kana returns home to Japan for the funeral. While there, she remembers a deeply personal conversation with her grandmother, who expressed pride in Kana’s independence. Kana questions the challenges of building a lasting family and marriage, leading her grandmother to reveal a surprising secret about her own life. Reflecting on these memories and facing the solemnity of the funeral, Kana is compelled to introspect and re-evaluate her own path.
Akashi Cast & Characters
Mayumi Yoshida leads the cast as Kana, with Hiro Kanagawa and Yayoi Hirano as Grandma.
- Mayumi Yoshida as Kana
- Hiro Kanagawa
- Yayoi Hirano as Grandma
Akashi Videos
2 videos: 2 featurettes.
- Featurette Akashi a Telus short by Mayumi Yoshida -Between 2 Pints - Episode 50
Akashi Also Known As
Also known as “Akashi-あかし-”.
- Also known as
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- Akashi-あかし-
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Akashi FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Akashi, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Akashi?
Akashi runs 10 minutes.
When was Akashi released?
Akashi was released on May 1, 2017.
Who is in the cast of Akashi?
Akashi stars Mayumi Yoshida as Kana, Hiro Kanagawa and Yayoi Hirano as Grandma.
Does Akashi have a post-credit scene?
No. Akashi has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Akashi in?
The original language of Akashi is Japanese.
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