8.4
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
ジョゼと虎と魚たち
8.4
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#239
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#482
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Synopsis
Equipped with his passion for diving and admiration for marine biology, university student Tsuneo Suzukawa tries his best to juggle several part-time jobs to earn enough money to study abroad. But one night, in a fateful accident, he meets a girl in a wheelchair, driving his current path into a detour. The girl, Kumiko—who prefers to be called "Josee"—initially comes off as rude. Tsuneo, however, is then convinced by Josee's grandmother to take on the paid job to be Josee's caretaker. Despite b...
Background
Josee to Tora to Sakana-tachi was adapted from a 1984 short story collection of the same name. It was set to have its theatrical release in Japan in Summer 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the movie was postponed until December 25, 2020. Prior to its release, the anime film was selected ...
AI Synopsis
AI · OriginalA diver’s scholarship dream collides with a wheelchair‑bound girl's quest for freedom, sparking an unforgettable odyssey.
University student Tsuneo Suzukawa lives for the sea, juggling odd jobs to fund a dream of studying marine biology abroad. One night a chance encounter with a wheelchair‑bound girl named Kumiko—who insists on being called Josee—throws his carefully plotted future into chaos. Initially abrasive and demanding, Josee seems an impossible charge, but her grandmother hires Tsuneo as a caretaker, offering a steady paycheck that could bring him closer to his overseas aspirations. As Tsuneo endures Josee’s sharp tongue and relentless independence, he discovers a hidden world behind her stubborn exterior: a fierce yearning to feel the wind, see the sky, and taste freedom beyond the walls of her home. When he attempts to quit, he learns of her secret wish to explore the world she’s been denied. Moved, Tsuneo abandons his self‑serving plans and embarks on a series of spontaneous outings—coastal drives, seaside picnics, and daring escapades that let Josee experience the world she’s only ever imagined. Their shared adventures forge an unlikely bond, revealing that love and ambition can blossom in the most unexpected places, and that sometimes the greatest journeys begin with a single, hesitant step together.
Bittersweet romanceSlice of lifeHeartfelt growthDream-chasingTender drama
Audience Guidance
AIRecommended age: 13+
mild
Disturbing themesThemes of disability, dependency, and emotional vulnerability; some scenes depict frustration and internalized ableism.
mild
LanguageOccasional coarse language in moments of anger or stress.
A tender romance-drama about a university student and a young woman who uses a wheelchair, exploring dreams, independence, and emotional growth. The film handles disability with nuance but includes emotionally heavy moments that may resonate strongly with sensitive viewers.
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Josee, the Tiger and the Fish has 1 episodes.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is currently finished airing.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish was produced by Bones.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish aired Dec 25, 2020.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is based on a Novel.
A tender romance-drama about a university student and a young woman who uses a wheelchair, exploring dreams, independence, and emotional growth. The film handles disability with nuance but includes emotionally heavy moments that may resonate strongly with sensitive viewers.
