■“It was a dream come true to be a part of Sakamoto-san’s work, which I have always admired.” (Nana Mori)
Screenplay: Yuji Sakamoto x Director: Ayuko Tsukahara teamed up for the first time, and the original theatrical release “1ST KISS” (February 2025 Released on the 7th). Three new cast members have been announced.
Lily Franky plays Ichiro Tenma, the university professor of Hokuto Matsumura. This is his first time participating in a work by Yuji Sakamoto and the Tsukahara group, and also his first time co-starring with Hokuto Matsumura.
Riho Yoshioka plays Ichiro Tenma’s daughter, Ritsu Tenma. This is the first time in eight years that Yuji Sakamoto and Takako Matsu have teamed up since Quartet (2017), and they said, “I had no hesitation in accepting the script since it was written by Takako Matsu and Yuji Sakamoto, who I love.” There is. This will be his first time joining the Tsukahara group, and his first collaboration with Matsumura in two years since “Holic xxxHOLiC” (2022).
Nana Mori plays Anri Segi, an art staff member who works with Kanna Inkuri (Takako Matsu). It was his first time participating in a work by Yuji Sakamoto, and he said, “I’ve always admired Sakamoto-san’s work ever since I entered the world of acting, and it’s a dream come true to be a part of his work.” This will be his first time co-starring with Matsu since “Last Letter” (2020) and with Matsumura since “Liar x Liar” (2021), in which he co-starred, and his first time participating in the Tsukahara group.
■Lily Franky Comment
If I had a time machine.
Young people may want to take a peek into the future.
However, most people as they get older aim for the “past”.
That’s because everyone lives with regret.
To alleviate their regrets, to erase the hurt in the hearts of those who have hurt them, and to ensure a peaceful future.■Riho Yoshioka comment
When I was approached, I had no hesitation in accepting the script since it was written by my favorite actors, Takako Matsu and Yuji Sakamoto. I had the pleasure of working with both of them in the “Quartet” before, and even now, that time remains a special and unforgettable turning point in my life. Thank you very much for inviting me again.
Matsu-san is kind, charming, and overflowing with charm, and the scene looked gorgeous.
Sakamoto-san’s script has a hook in my heart, both when I read it and when I say it, and that’s how it feels! I felt like my cells were happy. Mr. Tsukahara, who I have always wanted to meet, is a person who envelops me in his direction, and working with him has deepened my respect for him once again.
I hope I was able to help you with the essence of this work.■Nana Mori comment
It was a dream come true to be a part of Mr. Sakamoto’s work, which I have always admired since I entered the world of acting.
It was such a luxurious experience to be able to work with director Tsukahara while savoring the joy of happiness.
I hope that I am able to fulfill both my work as Matsu-san’s subordinate and my role as Anri, supporting the story of the two of them.
Movie information
“First Kiss 1ST KISS”
Released on Toho networks nationwide on Friday, February 7, 2025
Screenplay: Yuji Sakamoto
Director: Ayuko Tsukahara
Cast: Takako Matsu, Hokuto Matsumura, Riho Yoshioka, Nana Mori, Lily Franky
Distribution: Toho
(C)2025 “1ST KISS” Production Committee
Movie “1ST KISS” work site
https://1stkiss-movie.toho.co.jp/
