08 Jun 2009
Hachi: A Dog's Tale
A drama based on the true story of a college professor's bond with the abandoned dog he takes into his home.
The Island of Cats
Daikichi is a 70-year-old man and lives on a small island. Since his wife died, he has lived with his cat Tama. Daikichi was born and raised on the small island and enjoys relaxing days with his childhood friends including Iwao and his cat Tama. Daikichi has a son Tsuyoshi who lives in Tokyo. Tsuyoshi worries a bit about his father living alone on the island, but Daikichi is content with his life. After his close friend passes away, Daikichi worries about his physical condition. His daily life begins to change. Based on manga series "Neko to Jiichan"
Top Billed Cast
Shinosuke Tatekawa Daikichi
柴咲コウ Michiko
柄本佑 Kentaro Wakamura
銀粉蝶 Sachi
山中崇 Tsuyoshi
葉山奨之 Satoshi Uchimura
田中裕子 Yoshie
小林薫 Iwao
小林トシ江 
凜大 Yukio
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