Banana Yoshimoto's novel "Hinagiku No Jinsei" (The Life of Hina Kiku) is being adapted into an animated film, set for release in 2026. Directed by Masaaki Yuasa and co-produced by ame pippin and Miyu Productions, the story follows Hinakiku, who lost her mother and lives with her aunt and uncle, as she receives a letter from her friend Dahlia in Brazil. Based on a collaboration between Yoshimoto and Yoshitomo Nara, with Nara's art inspiring Yoshimoto's writing, the film is scripted by Sakiko Tanaka. The film will be presented at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
Source: natalie.mu
