Yamada Todoroki Law Office (2026)

Set against the grim backdrop of postwar Ueno, "Yamada Todoroki Law Office" (also known as "Yamada & Todoroki Law Office") chronicles the harrowing journey of lawyer Yone Yamada. The narrative begins with a traumatic event where Yone's sister is attacked and the truth is buried, fueling her rage. In a symbolic act of defiance, she writes "Article 14" on a wall before reuniting with Taichi Todoroki to establish their law firm dedicated to fighting for the oppressed.

The film traces Yone's experiences from the fire-bombing of Tokyo through to the formation of her legal partnership. It serves as a gritty origin story, exploring how personal tragedy and historical turmoil converge to shape the founders of the Yamada & Todoroki Law Office. The production highlights the resilience of its protagonists amidst one of Japan's most difficult historical periods.

• The movie stars Shiori Doi as Yone Yamada and Junki Totsuka as Taichi Todoroki.
• The title is also recognized internationally as "Yamada & Todoroki Law Office" or in Japanese as "Yamada Todoroki horitsujimusho".
• The narrative focuses heavily on the development of the law firm co-founded by the two leads.
• The setting emphasizes the harsh realities of the postwar era in Ueno, providing a stark visual contrast to the characters' idealism.