Satoko wa Itsumo (Film)

Satoko wa Itsumo (Japanese: さとこはいつも) is a Japanese feature film directed and written by Shuichi Okita. The film is distributed by Happinet Phantom Studios and is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026.

Promotional poster for Satoko wa Itsumo featuring the Japanese title text. — Promotional artwork for Satoko wa Itsumo.

Plot Synopsis

The narrative centers around three distinct women, all sharing the given name Satoko, whose lives intersect after they begin writing their own stories as novels.

Satoko Nakai (played by Kashun Himeno) is a 15-year-old middle school student who suffers from chronic rhinitis, participates in her school's softball club, and experiences a classmate crush.
Satoko Nishida (played by Kasumi Arimura) is a 35-year-old professional working diligently in the public relations department of a film distribution company, navigating a long-term personal relationship.
Satoko Iijima (played by Hikari Ishida) is a 55-year-old woman who transitions away from traditional domestic responsibilities to reclaim personal time.

Cast and Production

The principal cast includes prominent Japanese actors:

Kasumi Arimura as Satoko Nishida
Hikari Ishida as Satoko Iijima
Kashun Himeno as Satoko Nakai

The film is directed and written by Shuichi Okita, with theatrical distribution handled by Happinet Phantom Studios in Japan.