Aragaki Yui & Ikuta Toma returning a favor to local fishermen
Actress Aragaki ~Gakky~ Yui (21) and actor Ikuta Toma (25) finished all their domestic scenes for the upcoming movie "Hanamizuki".
They had their last scenes in Kushiro, Hokkaido and had to film at temperatures 3 degrees below freezing. However, their effort resulted in beautiful scenes like them walking hand in hand together along the white scenery in the evening. "It was very cold, but we had a really warm atmosphere at the set and every day was a lot of fun," Ikuta looked back the filming. "I'm glad we were able to finish the filming with such beautiful and sparkling snow," Gakky said with a smile.
The movie is based on a song by Hitoto You (33) that tells the story of a couple that has been in love with each other for more than 10 years. Back in September they started filming in Kushiro and also already filmed a couple of scenes in Tokyo.
In return for the support of the local fisherman at the Shiranuka fishing harbor, the cast and staff spent the day after their last scenes giving them rice and other warm meals. Hanamizuki means "returning a favor" in the language of flowers, so it was a nice way to follow the theme of the movie. Gakky handed out miso soups with pacific cod while Ikuta served fried salmon and vegetables, another local favorite. The fishermen and their families were really happy about that surprise during such cold days.
Ikuta himself received a few presents as well. The local fishermen gave him a "big catch" flag and Gakky surprised him with a carved bear. Hokkaido is famous for their woodcraft. "Amazing! I only played a role, but it became a life experience seeing how much pride those fisherman have in their work," he said. Ikuta actually has some advanced fishing skills himself, so he can really relate to their work. "I've mastered the fishing of salmon, that should be worth something," he joked around.
Aragaki also commented on how it was to work together with Ikuta. "Ikuta-san's various facets reinforced the movie a lot. You always have fun with him at the set and he stays all natural when he gets into his acting. It truly was a wonderful time I've got to spent together with him."
Next month they are going to film some scenes in New York and in Canada. "I haven't really worked that much overseas and I'm nervous, but I want to enjoy it as much as possible," Gakky commented with a lot of enthusiasm. Ikuta isn't going to be included in the scenes filmed overseas, but he gave her some encouraging words nonetheless. "I guess the English lines will be very difficult to remember, but you should try your best and take care of your health," he said.
"Hanamizuki" is going to open in Japan on August 21.
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source: KAWAII-JOYUU
