Plot: Hajime is the firstborn of the family, a kid who excels at sports and is destined to experience everything first. His brother Kaoru and sister Miki look up to Hajime, though they are in no way neglected by their parents, who love all their kids equally. When Hajime announced he has a girlfriend, the tight family unit gets its first little dent. The girl isn't all that sociable and Miki gets a little jealous when Hajima's attention moves away from his family. When Hajime's girlfriend is forced to move away,
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April 01, 2023
An odd little drama. The first half is very sweet, gentle, and heartwarming, but underneath that layer of happiness lurks a darkness that isn't so much evil or malignant, but still has a very severe impact on the characters involved. The second half hits pretty hard, also due to the contrast with the first part, well-played by director Yazaki. Other than that, you get a Japanese drama that is pretty much by the numbers, sporting polished cinematography, a pleasant score, and excellent performances. The interesting twist is what makes Sakura stand out, well worth watching for fans of the genre.