You, Like a Star (2026)
You, Like a Star releases in Japan on 9 Oct 2026. A streaming release date will be listed here as soon as it's announced.
The verdict
You, Like a Star is one of the more anticipated Japanese releases on the calendar. It releases 2026-10-09; mark your calendar if it's on your list.
Story
Kai Aono is a high school student. He transfers to a scenic island in the Seto Inland Sea from Kyoto. There, he meets high school student Akimi Inoue, who was born on the island and lives with her mother. They fall in love with each other, but they are forced to make a choice due to their own fates.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | PG12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Romance |
| Language | Japanese |
Director
Michihito Fujii
Cast
When is You, Like a Star coming to streaming?
You, Like a Star hasn't had its theatrical release yet, and is due 9 Oct 2026. A streaming release date won't be set until after it opens — this page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Where to watch in Japan
Not out yet — nowhere to stream or rent it until it opens.
Trailer
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