51 minSeason 1 • Episode 10
LatestSakura's old colleagues reflect on their past as she returns to Hanamura. Rehired as a project leader, Sakura faces conflicts between her role and her friendships, grappling with whether to pursue power or remain loyal to her friends.
Sakura grew up on a remote island. She has a dream, which is to build a bridge on her island. In the spring of 2009, Sakura joins a big construction company. She does not hesitate to tell her colleagues about her dream to build a bridge. Sakura's determination to accomplish her dream affects the colleagues at her company.
Acting
Takahata's unflinching portrayal of autistic-coded Sakura.
Production
Oshima Island becomes a character itself — windswept and stubborn.
Creator
Kazuhiko Yukawa
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on real Oshima Island bridge struggles; the 2019 completion mirrored Sakura's timeline.
Yukawa deliberately cast neurotypical Takahata to spark debate about authentic representation versus performance.
