Jiro Horikoshi, the aviation engineer who inspired the main character of The Wind Rises, was born.
A devastating earthquake struck the Kanto region of Japan, causing widespread damage and influencing the era depicted in the film.
Jiro developed the Mitsubishi A5M, the world's first low-wing monoplane fighter aircraft, a precursor to the Zero fighter.
The Mitsubishi A6M Zero, an advanced fighter aircraft designed by Jiro Horikoshi, was developed and became prominent during WWII.
Young Jiro Horikoshi dreams of designing beautiful airplanes, inspired by his passion for flight and an Italian engineer's novel.
Jiro has a dream encounter with the Italian aircraft designer Giovanni Caproni, who inspires him to build the ideal airplane despite the consequences.
Jiro begins his studies in aeronautical engineering despite poor eyesight, determined to become an aircraft designer.
Jiro graduates from university and starts working at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to design new aircraft.
Jiro meets Naoko Satomi at a rest home where she is being treated for tuberculosis; they form a deep connection.
Jiro works on the prototype for the Mitsubishi A5M, a new fighter plane that will be used by the military.
Jiro proposes to Naoko, and they get engaged despite concerns about her health and the uncertain future.
Naoko's tuberculosis worsens, causing emotional and physical strain on their relationship.
Jiro leads the design of the innovative A6M Zero fighter aircraft, pushing the boundaries of aviation technology.
Naoko dies from tuberculosis, deeply affecting Jiro and motivating him to continue his work in aircraft design.
Jiro dreams of the consequences of his creations, envisioning both the beauty and destruction airplanes will bring.
