Drama

Father of the Milky Way Railroad

銀河鉄道の父

Directed by: Izuru Narushima
2023 / 128 minutes / Unclassified all ages

The story of one of Japan's most beloved authors and the father who always believed in him

Directed by Izuru Narushima, this powerful biopic details the life of legendary poet and novelist Kenji Miyazawa, one of Japan’s most beloved children’s authors. As the eldest son of Masajirō, a wealthy pawnbroker and modern man of the Meiji era, Kenji was raised with the expectation that he would one day inherit the family business. However, the free-spirited Kenji is determined to walk his own path in life, and takes it upon himself to pursue agricultural studies, synthetic gemstones and other eccentric ventures. Despite struggling to keep up with his son’s ambitions, Masajirо̄ remains supportive as ever throughout Kenji’s unorthodox pursuits. 

Based on the best-selling novel of the same name, this incredible story depicts the power of family and unconditional love that endures through times of hardship. With standout performances by Masaki Suda and recent Cannes winner Kōji Yakusho, the pair’s depiction of fatherly love on the silver screen is sure to bring a tear to your eye.