The Kodai Family 2016
In *The Kodai Family* (2016), Masato Hijikata crafts a charming romantic comedy that blends everyday office life with a touch of the extraordinary.
Director: Masato Hijikata
Cast
Haruka Ayase
Kie Hirano
Takumi Saitoh
Mitsumasa Kodai
Kiko Mizuhara
Shigeko Kodai
Shotaro Mamiya
Kazumasa Kodai
Mao Daichi
Yuko Kodai
Masachika Ichimura
Shigemasa Kodai Jr
Kentaro Sakaguchi
Kohei Kishimoto
Takuro Ohno
Shigemasa Kodai
Muga Tsukaji
Minoru Wakita
Keiko Horiuchi
Yumiko Abe
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *The Kodai Family* (2016) about?
*The Kodai Family* follows Kie Hirano, an unassuming office worker whose quiet life takes a whimsical turn when she meets Mitsumasa Kodai, a telepathic elite salaryman at her company. Their unconventional romance blossoms against the backdrop of office life and family expectations, leading to a story that's equal parts sweet and surprising.
Who directed *The Kodai Family*?
Masato Hijikata directed *The Kodai Family* (2016), bringing a lighthearted yet nuanced approach to this romantic comedy.
Who stars in *The Kodai Family*?
The film stars Haruka Ayase as Kie Hirano, Takumi Saitoh as Mitsumasa Kodai, Kiko Mizuhara, Shotaro Mamiya, and Mao Daichi.
Is *The Kodai Family* (2016) worth watching?
*The Kodai Family* is a delightful pick for fans of romantic comedies with a twist. Its blend of humor, gentle supernatural elements, and heartfelt storytelling makes it an engaging watch, though those seeking high-stakes drama might find it a bit too subdued. It's a sweet, feel-good film that lingers long after the credits roll.
How long is *The Kodai Family*?
*The Kodai Family* runs for 116 minutes.
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About The Kodai Family (2016) — A Romantic Comedy with a Touch of Telepathy
In *The Kodai Family* (2016), Masato Hijikata crafts a charming romantic comedy that blends everyday office life with a touch of the extraordinary. The film follows Kie Hirano, a gently daydreaming office worker whose quiet routine is upended when she crosses paths with Mitsumasa Kodai, a brilliant but reserved salaryman with a secret: he can read minds, inherited from his British grandmother. Their connection is electric, rooted in her warmth and his curiosity, but their budding romance faces an unexpected challenge when Mitsumasa's mother steps in, injecting a dose of family drama into their whirlwind relationship.
Directed with a light, observational touch by Hijikata, this heartfelt story explores themes of destiny, family expectations, and the magic hidden in ordinary moments. With its blend of gentle humor, romantic tension, and subtle supernatural intrigue, *The Kodai Family* offers a refreshing take on love stories that feel just close enough to reality to resonate deeply.
