Your Name.

The film opens with a breathtaking view of comets streaking across the night sky, capturing the attention of everyone, including two teenagers. This cosmic event serves as the backdrop for the story, highlighting the themes of time and dreams that will unfold throughout the film.

After a comet fragment crashes to Earth, Mitsuha finds herself in a troubled sleep, urgently calling out to Taki, pleading if he remembers her. This moment sets the stage for the mysterious connection that forms between the two main characters despite never having met in person.

Mitsuha wakes up not in her own body but as Taki, leading to a curious and bewildering experience. Her initial shock quickly turns into exploration as she navigates life from a new perspective, prompting humorous and poignant moments.

As Taki, now in Mitsuha's body, sits down for breakfast with her family, they all comment on her strange behavior from the day prior. The family dynamics and the tension between Mitsuha and her father as the mayor are further explored during this mealtime interaction.

Mitsuha, in Taki's body once again, walks to school where she encounters her friends, Katsuhiko and Sayaka. Their discussions about the mayoral campaign led by Mitsuha's estranged father provide insights into her challenging family relationships.

At school, Mitsuha reads a mysterious note in her notebook that simply states, 'Who Are You?'. This note sparks confusion, as it reflects the ongoing identity crisis she faces while switching bodies with Taki and sets the stage for further interactions between them.

During a ceremonial shrine ritual, Mitsuha expresses her frustration and longing by crying out to become a handsome Tokyo boy in her next life. This moment marks a turning point in her character, revealing her dissatisfaction with her small-town life.

The following day, Mitsuha wakes up as Taki in bustling Tokyo, where she faces new challenges that come with being a boy in a fast-paced city. Her late arrival at school garners concern from her new friends, showcasing the humorous mishaps in their body-swapping dynamic.

As their body-swapping continues, Taki and Mitsuha begin to write notes to each other, navigating their unusual circumstances. These notes lead to awkward yet playful encounters, such as Mitsuha’s strategic manipulation of her classmates' affections.

Mitsuha, along with her family, visits the family shrine where she wishfully expresses her desire to see Taki again. Meanwhile, Taki receives a text from Ms. Okudera pointing to Mitsuha’s intricate plan, which intensifies the emotional weight of their connection.

Taki learns about the devastating event that demolished the town of Itomori three years ago, including the impact on Mitsuha and her family. Struck by the hopelessness of the situation, he becomes determined to connect with Mitsuha, who is linked to a tragic past.

Driven by desperation, Taki embarks on a journey across Japan, searching for clues about Mitsuha's existence. This search leads him to pieces of her life, blending feelings of loss and the urgency of their unfulfilled connection.

In an ethereal realm, Taki and Mitsuha finally seem to converge, racing against time as the comet makes its return. Their endeavor embodies themes of memory and connection, emphasizing the profound bond they share despite the vast physical distance.

In a heartfelt climax, Taki and Mitsuha manage to cross paths but are unable to fully grasp the intricacies of their connection. Their separate lives are filled with echoes of each other, leaving audiences craving the exploration of fate and destiny.

As they ride on separate trains, Taki and Mitsuha unknowingly brush against one another, embodying the essence of lost chances. With a lingering question in the air, they call out to each other, asking, 'Can I ask you your name?' leaving hope for their intertwined futures.