NON will co-star in the film Parallel and Vertical, directed by Shota Yasuda. Nationwide release on Friday, August 28.

2026.02.13

It has been announced that NON and Shota Yasuda will co-star in the film Parallel and Vertical.
The nationwide theatrical release is scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2026.

Directed by Shoutaro Kobayashi, known for films like The Secret of the Family and Mom Every Day, this heartwarming human drama depicts the bonds of family.

The story follows Daiki (Shota Yasuda), an older brother with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and his sister Nozomi (NON), who works as a counselor while supporting her beloved brother.

Spanning approximately two years from conception to release, the script was meticulously crafted with supervision from ASD specialists.

NON also approached her role by creating opportunities to hear directly from individuals with siblings who have disabilities, staying close to the voices of those involved and engaging sincerely in the film's creation.

Triggered by Nozomi's marriage, the film depicts how these two individuals, who have lived at different paces, sincerely confront their past journeys and their future lives.

■NON's Comment
When I read the script, the image of Daiki and Nozomi striving to live their lives with all their might came to mind, and my heart ached.
I'm truly delighted to have been able to participate.
What do we rely on to support ourselves as we blend into society and live our lives? What is Nozomi's anchor?
I am filled with gratitude toward Mr. Yasuda. Daiki was wonderful, and I was moved every single day.
Thanks to Mr. Yasuda, I feel like I was able to stand before the camera as Nozomi.
I hope this story reaches many people.

■ Comment from Shota Yasuda (Excerpt)
This film is a story of the small steps forward taken by siblings Daiki, who has autism, and Nozomi, who is neurotypical. It's also a story about the people who interact with them, living alongside all the raw emotions that dwell within their hearts—generosity, harshness, and even indifference. ...The pace of life is different for everyone. ...Just knowing someone lives with consideration for another—how reassuring, how warm, how moving that can be. Please don't forget. ‘I'm on your side.’
*The full comment can be found on the movie's official website.

■Director Shoutaro Kobayashi's Comments
It was two years ago that I first encountered the original screenplay “Parallel and Vertical” by Umi Yamano.
On the day of our first meeting—me, Shota Yasuda who initiated the project, Umi Yamano who wrote the original concept and screenplay, and producer Gen Sato—we somehow ended up pouring out our personal histories and innermost thoughts. I believe that time together became the core of the subsequent scriptwriting process.
It would be my greatest happiness if this film could help people facing various difficulties walk together, even as they grapple with conflicts and engage in minor skirmishes.
*The full comment can be viewed on the film's official website.

■Film Information
Title: Parallel and Vertical
Release Date: Nationwide release scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2026

Cast: Shota Yasuda, NON
Ku Ishimoto, Tomohiro Takayama, Mizuki Tanimura, Tenkyu Fukuda, Makoto Ashikawa, Saori, Kubota Maki
Sora Kawano, Koki Takada, Nagi Mutō / Misuzu Kanno, Daikichi Sugawara
Director: Shotaro Kobayashi
Original Story & Screenplay: Umi Yamano
Music: Harumi Fukiki
Planning: Shota Yasuda
Planning Producer: Gen Satō
Producers: Hideaki Kashizaki, Shingo Takeshita Cinematography: Ryo Otsuka Lighting: Isamu Fujii Art Direction: Fumiaki Suzaka Sound Recording: Kosuke Saijo Script Supervisor: Emi Kawano
Editing: Ryuji Miyajima Stylist: Shinobu Yamazaki Hair & Makeup: Yu Yamai Assistant Director: Manabu Kigawa Production Manager: Morihiro Tsuchida Casting Producer: Naoya Ito
Publicity Producer: Kyoko Maruyama ASD Supervision: Masatsugu Tsujii, Yoko Iba, Akinori Ukai

Production: “Parallel and Vertical” Production Committee (Toei Video, Asmik Ace, Media Pulpo, Chukyo TV, TV Osaka, Storm Labels, Lawson, Toei CM)
Production: Central Arts
Production Manager/Distribution: Toei Video
Filming Cooperation: Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture
Research Cooperation: Sakuranbo Classroom, NPO Aspelede no Kai, Specified Nonprofit Organization PDD Support Center Green Forest
Supported by: Japan Developmental Disability Network, Japan Autism Society

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