The Garden of Words
言の葉の庭
Takao, who is training to become a shoemaker, skipped school and is sketching shoes in a Japanese-style garden. He meets a mysterious woman, Yukino, who is older than him. Then, without arranging the times, the two start to see each other again and again, but only on rainy days. They deepen their relationship and open up to each other. But the end of the rainy season soon approaches.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel, HiDive, and Kanopy.
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Where can I watch The Garden of Words in the United States?
The Garden of Words is available to stream on Criterion Channel, HiDive, and Kanopy in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Garden of Words for free?
The Garden of Words streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Garden of Words?
The Garden of Words scores 7.6 on The Movie Database and 7.4 on IMDb.
Who stars in The Garden of Words?
The Garden of Words stars Miyu Irino, Kana Hanazawa, Fumi Hirano, Takeshi Maeda, and Yuka Terasaki. Makoto Shinkai is the director.
How long is The Garden of Words?
The Garden of Words runs 46m.
When did The Garden of Words come out?
The Garden of Words was released on May 31, 2013.
Which studio made The Garden of Words?
The Garden of Words was produced by CoMix Wave Films in Japan.
How much did The Garden of Words make at the box office?
The Garden of Words grossed $820,165 worldwide.
What language is The Garden of Words in?
The Garden of Words is in Japanese, and its original title is 言の葉の庭.
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