The Japanese animated movie Tenchi Muyô! In Love was released in Japan, continuing the popular Tenchi Muyô! franchise.
Washu unveils her latest invention, the Dream Machine, which allows users to explore and enter their own dreams.
Tenchi and Ryoko decide to try out the Dream Machine, leading them to explore a shared dream space.
Tenchi, Ryoko, and the others enter the shared dream world created by Washu's machine, encountering various dream manifestations.
Kain, a mysterious figure connected to Ryoko's past, appears in the dream world and begins threatening Tenchi and friends.
Tenchi and the group confront Kain within the dream world, trying to prevent him from harming Ryoko and themselves.
It is revealed that Kain is Ryoko's former fiancé who wishes to reclaim her, threatening her freedom and ties to Tenchi.
Tenchi expresses his feelings to Ryoko in the dream world, strengthening their bond and resolve to fight Kain.
Tenchi and friends defeat Kain in the dream, ending his threat and allowing everyone to return safely to reality.
Washu decides to deactivate the Dream Machine to prevent further dangers associated with its use.