Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura

(2017)Directed by Takashi Yamazaki129 minMystery, Drama, Fantasy

Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu, a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.

Masato Sakaias Masakazu Isshiki
Mitsuki Takahataas Akiko Isshiki
Sakura Andoas Grim Reaper
Min Tanakaas Binbogami
Mikako Ichikawaas Satoko Honda
Tsuyoshi Muroas Hiroshi
Jun Kanameas Detective Inari
Koji Ohkuraas Detective Kawahara
Hiroshi Kanbeas Detective Osoreyama
Jun Kunimuraas Chief Daibutsu
Arata Furutaas Tenzuki (voice)
Mayu Tsurutaas Emiko Isshiki
Hiroko Yakushimaruas Female owner
Kazuko Yoshiyukias Yuko Seto
Isao Hashizumeas Yuko's husband
Tomokazu Miuraas Goshiro Kotaki
Sari Awanoas Hiroko Honda
Satoshi Koji
Yutaka Mishimaas Root seller