1 Litre of Tears

Aya Kito, a seemingly ordinary fifteen-year-old girl, is preparing for high school alongside her daily life as the daughter of a tofu shop family. However, recent events have begun to alter the course of her future. Unusual physical occurrences, such as frequent falls and peculiar walking patterns, have plagued Aya. As these incidents become harder to ignore, her concerned mother Shioka seeks medical advice in hopes of finding answers.At the doctor's office, Aya is faced with a difficult revelation - she has been diagnosed with a debilitating disease that threatens to alter the trajectory of her life. Navigating this unexpected obstacle will require not only resilience from Aya but also support and understanding from her family and community. Through it all, Aya must find the strength to forge a new path forward and persevere in the face of adversity.