Hanarokushou ga Akeru Hi ni — Episode 1

The Obinata Fireworks Shop factory is getting prepared for an administrative action for confiscation tomorrow. It has been six years since Keitaro has been holed up in a closed-down factory creating fireworks by himself, chasing after an illusion of his father who vanished. It is a story about three young people who overcome the extreme weather conditions, disasters and environmental problems imposed on them and establish their own identities. (Source: Marché du Film Festival de Cannes) *The film was selected for the 77th Cannes Film Festival’s 2024 Annecy Animation Showcase. *Note: Initially slated for a 2025 release, on May 20th of the same year the movie was delayed to 2026.