A Japanese woman in a green blazer grabs a Japanese man's patterned tie, both facing each other with intense expressions. There's a red curtain and a dartboard visible in the background.

The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2026: The Hotel of My Dream

Subtitled, Foreign language

About The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2026: The Hotel of My Dream

A semi-autobiographical story about the author of the UK best-selling book Butter, this charming and comical film explores the brutal reality of becoming a notable novelist.

Despite winning an award for newcomers, the future of rookie novelist Kayoko does not seem at all bright. Unable to make a brilliant debut and deprived of opportunities to publish her works, Kayoko’s struggles all stem from harsh criticism, particularly courtesy of veteran writer Munenori, leaving her with something of a grudge against him. Determined to settle things, Kayoko decides to stay at the prestigious Hilltop Hotel for a writing retreat, but — to her surprise — staying in the room directly above her is none other than Munenori himself.

In The Hotel of my Dream, director Yukihiko Tsutsumi delivers an honest account of the life of a young novelist who dreams of success within the Japanese literary establishment.

© 2012 Asako Yuzuki/Shinchosha © 2024 “The Hotel of my Dream” Film Partners

Co-organised with the Japan Foundation

Supported by The Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation

Sponsorship in kind:

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Duration includes trailers, adverts and any Q&A/panel. For events such as NT Live, Colour Box and Reel & Meal there will be minimal advertising. We do not admit latecomers after the main feature has started and we have a limited food & drink policy.

MAC’s cinema programme has been generously supported by BFI Film Audience Network and Film Hub Midlands.

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