Only Yesterday

Set in 1982, Only Yesterday provides a unique perspective into Japanese rural life during this period, offering insights into traditional customs and values. It also serves as a nostalgic trip for viewers who lived through the same era.

• Stunning hand-drawn animation that showcases Studio Ghibli's artistic brilliance, Engaging coming-of-age story with relatable themes of self-discovery and personal growth, Thoughtful character development that explores the complexities of adolescence and adulthood, Emotional depth and poignant reflections on life and its transitions

Fun Facts

• The original manga was titled Oshin, named after the main character in an earlier serialized manga by Hotaru Okamoto. The title change was due to copyright issues with the existing TV series Oshin (1983-1984).
• Only Yesterday is loosely based on the director Isao Takahata's own experiences as a 27-year-old woman in 1955. He initially intended for the story to be autobiographical, but opted for a fictional protagonist to better explore the themes.
• The movie features several references to popular culture of the time, including music by artists like ABBA and Hiroshi Itsuki.