: The film centers on a tanka from the Man'yōshū , Japan's oldest poetry collection. This exchange of verses serves as a "call and response" that validates their connection when literal words fail. Technical Innovation and Artistry
At its core, director Makoto Shinkai explores the concept of koi —the traditional Japanese meaning of love. Written in ancient kanji as 孤悲 , it literally translates to . The Garden of Words(2013)
Released by CoMix Wave Films, the production pushed the boundaries of digital and traditional animation. : The film centers on a tanka from