The Hotel of My Dream

Directed by Tsutsumi Yukihiko
Starring Non, Tanaka Kei, Takito Kenichi

A semi-autobiographical story about the author of the UK best-selling book, Butter, this charming and comical film explores the brutal reality of becoming a notable novelist.

Despite winning an award for newcomers, the future of  rookie novelist Kayoko does not seem at all bright. Unable to make a brilliant debut and deprived of opportunities to publish her works, Kayoko’s struggles all stem from harsh criticism, particularly courtesy of veteran writer Higashijujo Munenori, leaving her with something of a grudge against him. Determined to settle things, Kayoko decides to stay at the prestigious Hilltop Hotel for a writing retreat, but — to her surprise — staying in the room directly above her is none other than Higashijujo  himself!

With the help of editor Endo Michio, formerly Kayoko’s senior at university, she devises a plan to sabotage Munenori’s work, successfully causing him to miss the deadline for submitting his manuscript to a literary magazine. However, this act of revenge only marks the beginning of even more misfortune for Kayoko…Can she reclaim her place in the literary world and continue on her path as a novelist, as she so desperately desires?

© 2012 Asako Yuzuki/Shinchosha © 2024 “The Hotel of my Dream” Film Partners

Co-presented by the Japan Foundation.