5 centimeters per second, that's the speed at which cherry blossom fall.
One of the most romantic film I had ever seen. It is a pretty much serious story about two people, Tono Takaki and Shinohara Akari who had been friends since primary school but gradually grow farther apart as time moves on.
They were practically inseparable when they were kids but they become separated when Akari's family moves away. Their deep feelings for each other keep them continue to stay in touch through letters.
But as life continues to unfold, they wonder if they would have the chance to meet again. So one day Takaki decides to visit Akari before he himself moves away to Tanegashima with his family which would mean that they'll be farther apart.
On the day of the visit, snow begin to fall. This caused delays for the train that Takaki boarded. They were supposed to meet at 6pm but because of the delay, it wasn't until almost 10pm that Takaki finally arrived at the designated station. On his way, when the clock passes 6pm, Takaki wishes that Akari will not wait for him but in his heart he longs to meet her.
So when he reached the station, Akari was there, still waiting patiently for him. This then begins the part where I think touches me the most. The love they had for each other and the realization that they probably could have never meet again makes me feel quite melancholy.
Anyway this is only the first part of the film, Ōkashō. The film consists of three segments. I let you guys explore the other two episodes of Cosmonaut and Byōsoku 5 Centimeter yourself.
I absolutely love it.
