The Garden of Words (2013) movie poster

The Garden of Words (2013)

言の葉の庭
ThumbScore
👍 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 84% (RT: 84%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AnimationDramaRomance

Where to Watch

No streaming options currently available in the US.
Director
Runtime
46m
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese
TMDB Rating
7.6/10 (2,190 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Cast
Miyu Irino as Takao Akizuki (voice)
Kana Hanazawa as Yukari Yukino (voice)
Fumi Hirano as Takao's Mother (voice)
Takeshi Maeda as Takao's Brother (voice)
Yuka Terasaki as Takao's Brother's Girlfriend (voice)
Takanori Hoshino as Teacher Itou (voice)
Suguru Inoue as Matsumoto (voice)
Megumi Han as Satou (voice)
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 2,190 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
Overview
Takao, who is training to become a shoemaker, skipped school and is sketching shoes in a Japanese-style garden. He meets a mysterious woman, Yukino, who is older than him. Then, without arranging the times, the two start to see each other again and again, but only on rainy days. They deepen their relationship and open up to each other. But the end of the rainy season soon approaches. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Garden of Words was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for The Garden of Words was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of The Garden of Words, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Garden of Words is a 2013 animation, drama, romance film directed by Makoto Shinkai. Takao, who is training to become a shoemaker, skipped school and is sketching shoes in a Japanese-style garden. He meets a mysterious woman, Yukino, who is older than him.

Then, without arranging the times, the two start to see each other again and again, but only on rainy days. They deepen their relationship and open up to each other. But the end of the rainy season soon approaches.

The film has been rated by 2,190 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a animation film, The Garden of Words delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Garden of Words (2013) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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