Your Name.

Your Name.

Year: 2017

Runtime: 106 min

Language: Japanese

Director: Makoto Shinkai

DramaFantasyRomanceAnimation

When the stars align, high school students Mitsuha and Taki discover they are inexplicably switching bodies. Living vastly different lives—he in Tokyo, she in a rural town—they begin leaving notes for each other to ease the strange occurrences. As they navigate each other's worlds and relationships, a heartfelt connection develops, leading them on a journey to understand the mysterious phenomenon and the profound bond they share across time and distance.

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1

Comets in the Sky

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.

2

Mitsuha's Plea

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.

3

Body Swap Begins

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.

4

Breakfast Anomalies

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's home
5

Meeting Friends

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.

School
6

The Strange Note

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.

School
7

Ritualistic Despair

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.

Shrine
8

Taki's Tokyo Experience

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.

Tokyo
9

Developing Connections

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.

10

Visit to the Shrine

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.

Shrine
11

Truth Unveiled

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.

12

Searching for the 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.

Various locations in Japan
13

Converging Souls

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.

14

The Emotional Climax

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.

15

Final Encounter

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.

Train

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