Hinotama: Ball of Fire

Upcoming Japanese drama Hinotama: Ball of Fire follows Takeshi, a high school student dealing with the disintegration of his parents' marriage. To avoid the tension and eventual divorce at home, he focuses his energy on searching for a mythical ball of fire mentioned by a friend from his youth. Through this obsession, Takeshi unknowingly leaves his younger brother to manage the emotional distress of the family alone.

The film is written and directed by Takenoshin Yaza and produced by Tomohisa Ishii through the production company Lamp. With a runtime of 112 minutes, the movie is scheduled for release on October 10, 2026.