100 Yen Love 2014
In Masaharu Take's *100 Yen Love (2014)*, Ichiko, a disillusioned young woman, walks away from her chaotic life after a bitter argument with her sister and starts anew working the night shift at a discount store.
Director: Masaharu Take
Cast
Sakura Ando
Ichiko Saito
Hirofumi Arai
Yuji Kano
Toshie Negishi
Toshiko Ikeuchi
Miyoko Inagawa
Yoshiko Saito
Saori
Fumiko Saito
Shohei Uno
Okano
Tadashi Sakata
Akira Noma
Yuuki Okita
Sada-san
Kaito Yoshimura
Nishimura
Shinichiro Matsuura
Kobayashi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 100 Yen Love (2014) about?
*100 Yen Love* follows Ichiko, a young woman who leaves her old life behind and finds work at a 100 yen shop. Her nights take a turn when she meets Kano, a silent boxer training alone at a nearby gym, sparking an unlikely romance that challenges both of them to grow.
Who directed 100 Yen Love?
Masaharu Take directed *100 Yen Love (2014)*, bringing a raw, emotional lens to this underdog love story.
Who stars in 100 Yen Love?
The film stars Sakura Ando as Ichiko, Hirofumi Arai as Kano, and features Toshie Negishi, Miyoko Inagawa, and Saori in key roles.
Is 100 Yen Love (2014) worth watching?
With its blend of drama, comedy, and romance, *100 Yen Love (2014)* offers a poignant look at unlikely love and self-redemption. Sakura Ando's performance alone makes it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven stories.
How long is 100 Yen Love?
*100 Yen Love (2014)* runs for 114 minutes.
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About 100 Yen Love (2014) — A Gritty, Heartfelt Tale of Love and Reinvention
In Masaharu Take's *100 Yen Love (2014)*, Ichiko, a disillusioned young woman, walks away from her chaotic life after a bitter argument with her sister and starts anew working the night shift at a discount store. Her nights take an unexpected turn when she stumbles upon a quiet boxing gym, where she crosses paths with Kano, a reserved amateur boxer training in solitude. What begins as a fleeting connection soon evolves into an unconventional romance, marked by raw emotion and the quiet resilience of two people figuring out life's punches.
Director Masaharu Take crafts a tender yet gritty portrait of second chances, blending drama and comedy with heartfelt authenticity. Sakura Ando delivers a deeply moving performance as Ichiko, while Hirofumi Arai embodies the stoic Kano with quiet intensity. Set against the backdrop of urban Japan, *100 Yen Love* explores themes of loneliness, self-discovery, and the unexpected bonds that form in life's loneliest corners.
