Junichi Okada, Tori Matsuzaka and the director attended the opening ceremonies. The film explores the creation of “Ue o Muite Arukō”, the song known internationally as “Sukiyaki”.
The festival uses cinemas and public spaces across Hibiya, Yūrakuchō, Marunouchi and Ginza. The opening begins ten days of screenings; competition prizes have yet to be awarded.