Hikone, Where Our Farewell Meets

Synopsis

Nayoung lives in the quiet countryside of Hikone, Japan. Seunghoon, a frequent visitor to the town, shares an unspoken familiarity with her, as if they have been longtime friends. However, as their conversations unfold, traces of a forgotten past gradually resurface. Against the stillness of the village landscape, their relationship subtly converges with the remnants of a farewell that lingers somewhere in time.

Film Introduction

Hikone, Where Our Farewell Meets is a delicate film set in a quiet rural town of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, where the characters' past and present intertwine. Through subtle expressions and serene landscapes, the film aims to capture the intricate nuances of memory, trauma, and relationship.

The film’s partner city, Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, is a town seemingly untouched by time. Its intricate alleys and placid lake reflect the emotional undercurrents of the two protagonists, making the setting itself a foundational character in the story.

The story is a meditation on how emotions left behind unavoidably find their way back to all of us. With a distinctive approach to sound design and pace, the film unfolds like a poem, and leaves a lingering resonance.

Genre: Drama, Romance