Japan: Girl Meets War
Summary
A 15-year-old student named Shurina is cast as a kamikaze pilot in a World War II play in Japan. To prepare for her role, she visits World War II memorial sites, with the final performance taking place in Okinawa. This story is part of a documentary film called Japan: Girl Meets War by Cheng Herng Shinn.Key Facts
- Shurina is a 15-year-old high school student from Hita, Japan.
- She is cast as a kamikaze pilot in a World War II play directed by her piano teacher.
- Her best friend, Yua, also participates in the play.
- Shurina must recite a farewell letter from a pilot and show the harsh truths of war.
- To prepare, she visits various World War II memorial sites across Japan.
- The final performance is set in Okinawa.
- The story is featured in a documentary film by Cheng Herng Shinn titled Japan: Girl Meets War.
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