KAMOME DINER (2006) (BLU-RAY)

A side label of New Wave Video, Nami Films is dedicated to giving the deluxe treatment to dramas, comedies, coming-of-age and forgotten gems. In the heart of Helsinki, a small Japanese cafe sits quietly, waiting for customers. Run by the warm and optimistic Sachie, the diner attracts a handful of unlikely visitors, including fellow Japanese expatriates searching for connection far from home and Tommy, an eccentric Finnish otaku whose love of Japanese culture makes him one of the cafe's most devoted regulars. Together, they form an unexpected community, finding comfort in simple meals, shared conversations, and the small rituals of everyday life. Shot on vibrant 35mm film and directed by Naoko Ogigami (Rent-a-Cat, Megane), Kamome Diner is a gentle and deeply charming celebration of friendship, food, and belonging. Filled with understated humour, memorable characters, and beautifully observed moments, this beloved modern cult classic invites audiences to slow down and savour life's simple pleasures. Director Approved Special Edition '>>' 1080p High-Definition Presentation '>>' NEW Interview with Director Naoko Ogigami '>>' NEW An Ordinary Life ' Video Essay by Japanese Cinema Expert Jonathan Clements '>>' Take a Walk with a Cat in Helsinki ' Legacy 40-Minute Making-of Documentary '>>' Original Theatrical Trailer '>>' Collector's Booklet Featuring a NEW Essay by Film Critic and Historian Alexandra Heller-Nicholas '>>' Slipcover Featuring NEW Artwork by Koeri Gallery with UV Spot Gloss Finish Limited Edition 1000 units. Tech Specs '>>' Year: 2006 '>>' Runtime: 102 Minutes '>>' Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 '>>' Audio: Japanese 2.0 Stereo '>>' Language: Japanese '>>' Subtitles: English