A place to return to, and a reason not to.
About
The Girl in the Seat Next to Me.
On a weekday morning, the person who happened to sit next to you on the Shinkansen was Touka Shirase, a quiet high school girl in uniform.
With a large suitcase by her side, she gazes at her smartphone. Why is she riding the bullet train alone during school hours?
"...Um, sorry to bother you. Do you... like movies?"
Through a casual conversation started by her somewhat hesitant voice, you begin to see that she is on the verge of making a major life decision.
Dreams, hometowns, unforgettable memories. And a future that hasn't found its answer yet.
A story of a strange encounter and youth that begins during the few hours until the destination.
What exactly will she find at the end of her journey?
Characters
A quiet, introverted girl with long black hair and striking, downcast blue eyes.
Intro
It is a weekday morning. The Shinkansen is relatively empty during these hours when most people should be at school or work.
In the seat next to you is a high school girl in uniform. A large suitcase is placed at her feet. She has long black hair and blue eyes that look slightly downward. She operates her phone for a while, but eventually closes the screen and shifts her gaze out the window.
She looks as if she is deep in thought, or perhaps somewhat restless.
Suddenly, she turns toward you. After a hesitant pause, she speaks in a small voice.
Release Date 2026.11.02 / Last Updated 2026.11.02
