The Concierge

The Concierge is a Japanese fantasy animation centered on Akino, a trainee concierge at the Hokkyoku Department Store. This unusual retail establishment serves a diverse clientele consisting entirely of animals, including species that are endangered or extinct. As she works under the guidance of senior staff and the department manager, Akino must navigate the complex and surprising demands of her customers, ranging from a laughing owl to a sea mink, in her effort to become a professional concierge.

The film was directed by Yoshimi Itazu and written by Satomi Oshima. It was produced by several companies, including Production I.G, Aniplex, KDDI, and ADK Marketing Solutions. The voice cast features Natsumi Kawaida as Akino, along with Takeo Otsuka, Kenjiro Tsuda, Nobuo Tobita, Megumi Han, and Natsumi Fujiwara, with 22 credited cast members in total.

Released on October 20, 2023, the movie has a runtime of 70 minutes. It has received generally positive feedback from viewers, holding a 6.7 rating on IMDb based on 702 votes and a 6.9 rating on TMDB from 35 votes.