is a 2025 Japanese drama film written and directed by Sakashita Yuichiro. Starting Takanori Iwata, Tamaki Shiratori and Mugi Kadowaki, the film follows junior high school teacher Ichikawa, who tries to act like he knows everything, ignores problems, and pretends to be a grown-up, believing that would make life easier.
The film had its World Premiere at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 28, 2025 in International competition, where it won The Audience Award.
Synopsis Blonde is centered on Ichikawa, a 30-year-old junior high school teacher struggling with maturity. His life takes a sudden turn when dozens of students in his class dye their hair blonde in protest against strict school rules—a movement led by student Ita Midori. At the same time, Ichikawa’s girlfriend, Akasaka, confronts him about marriage, questioning his childish behavior. As the "Golden Hair Demo" draws national attention, Ichikawa joins forces with Midori to navigate the chaos and find a way forward.
Cast Takanori Iwata as Ichikawa Tamaki Shiratori as Ita Madori Mugi Kadowaki as Akasaka Maho Yamada as Nakamoto Kentaro Tamura as Komai Chika Uchida as Nishihara
Release Blonde had its world premiere at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 28, 2025 in International competition.
The film is scheduled for release on November 21, 2025 in Japanese theatres by The Klockworx.
Accolades Award Date of ceremony Category Recipient ResultTokyo International Film FestivalNovember 5, 2025 Tokyo Grand PrixBlonde The Audience Award Mainichi Film Awards February 10, 2026 Best Music Hiroko Sebu
References
External links
Blonde at Tokyo International Film Festival