I Will Return Today (2019)

Other name: Kyo, Kaerimasu

Description:

"I Will Return Today" follows Katsuhiro, a dedicated Tokyo banker, whose life is upended when his wife, Chika, suddenly takes their son to her parents' home. For an entire year, Katsuhiro makes the monthly commute to Yamanashi to visit them, a quiet routine that highlights his commitment amidst the separation. This delicate balance is then challenged when Chika proposes they all live together permanently in Yamanashi.

Compounding Katsuhiro's personal turmoil, he also endures daily professional challenges, including interactions with a demanding customer. The drama profoundly explores the inner lives of its characters, vividly portraying the solitude they feel. It sensitively depicts the emotional impact on children caught between their separated parents and delves into the intricate feelings of the parents themselves, expressed through poignant dialogue and a palpable sense of unspoken emotions. This is a moving story about family, difficult choices, and the journey toward understanding.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Drama; Family