Drama1991
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Only Yesterday
Omohide Poro Poro • Drama Film
Signature Tagline
"A 27-year-old Tokyo woman travels back into her 1966 childhood memories."
Production Details
DirectorIsao Takahata
ProducerToshio Suzuki
Running Time118 min
Release Year1991
Awards & Recognition
Japan Academy Prize Special Award
Memorable Quote
"If today isn't good, tomorrow might be. That is why we live."
— Taeko Okajima
Storyline & Worldbuilding
Isao Takahata's slice-of-life masterpiece shifts gracefully between 1982 rural farming and 1966 elementary school memories. As Taeko connects with organic farmer Toshio and the rhythms of the land, she reconciles her youthful aspirations with adult self-identity.
Core Themes & Motifs
🌿 Self-Reflection🌿 Agricultural Serenity🌿 Childhood Nostalgia🌿 Maturation
Key Characters & Spirits
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Taeko Okajima2
Toshio3
Young Taeko