The Japanese animated film 'I've Always Liked You' was released in theaters in Japan.
Yuki receives handwritten notes revealing that Sota, Kouichi, and Akari all have secret crushes on her and on each other, leading to complicated emotions.
Sota hesitates and debates whether to confess his feelings to Yuki, worried about risking their friendship.
Akari encourages Yuki and Sota to be honest about their feelings and supports their attempts to confess, while managing her own feelings.
Kouichi musters courage and reveals his feelings to Akari, initiating a new romantic tension between them.
After confessions and relationships begin to develop, the group dynamics among Yuki, Sota, Akari, and Kouichi become more complex and emotionally charged.
Yuki and Sota overcome their fears and commit to a romantic relationship, strengthening their bond.
