Summer - 2025

Summer 2025 Directed by Yu Sanbonsuge

Set in a high school in Nishi-Izu slated to close next spring, the story follows members of the school’s broadcasting club as they face their “final summer.” It quietly captures their everyday moments as they try to leave something behind—an imprint of youth, memory, and time. Originally composed as the main theme for Kikujiro (1999), Joe Hisaishi’s timeless piece “Summer” has long been cherished in Japan as the soundtrack of nostalgic summer memories. Now, this beloved masterpiece is reimagined as a short film.

Country Japan

Production Country Japan

Language Japanese

Spoken Language No Language

Gnere Music

Production Company Fujipacific Music

Release Date 18 July 2025

7 mins