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Flavors of Youth

"Three different stories of youth set in different cities of China."

The rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.

Top Cast

  • Taito Ban

    Taito Ban

    Xiao Ming (voice)

  • Mariya Ise

    Mariya Ise

    Young Xiao Ming (voice)

  • Minako Kotobuki

    Minako Kotobuki

    Yi Lin (voice)

  • Haruka Shiraishi

    Haruka Shiraishi

    Lulu (voice)

  • Hiroki Yasumoto

    Hiroki Yasumoto

    Steve (voice)

  • Takeo Otsuka

    Takeo Otsuka

    Li Mo (voice)

  • Ikumi Hasegawa

    Ikumi Hasegawa

    Xiao Yu (voice)

Overview

The rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.

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