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Closed Note (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 2007, Closed Note is a romance film directed by Isao Yukisada, running about 138 minutes.

What it’s about. Kae Horii moves into her new flat in an undisclosed area of Kyoto. While unpacking her belongings, she discovers a hidden compartment behind a inconspicuous mirror. In that compartment, Kae finds a notebook, that turns out to be a diary belonging to the previous tenant. Later that evening Kae starts to read the diary. The writer of the diary is Ibuki Mano, a young lady about to embark on her first year as an elementary school teacher. Ibuki is also in love with a man named Takashi, who may or may not hold similar feelings for Ibuki. The diary immediately resonates with Kae, as she plans to become an elementary school teacher herself. Ibuki’s experiences also works as an inspirational instructional guide for Kae’s own personal life. Kae is also in love with an aloof illustrator/artist, who may or may not hold similar feelings for Kae.

Who’s in it. Closed Note stars Erika Sawajiri as Kae Horii, Yûsuke Iseya as Ryu Ishitobi, Yûko Takeuchi as Ibuki Mano and Yuka Itaya as Hoshi Yamazaki, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Closed Note has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Closed Note page.

If you liked it. Fans of Closed Note tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Closed Note (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Closed Note change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Closed Note worth watching?
Closed Note holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Closed Note?
Closed Note stars Erika Sawajiri, Yûsuke Iseya, Yûko Takeuchi, Yuka Itaya and Masaya Kikawada.
When was Closed Note released?
Closed Note was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.