Press Release
Distribution & Promotion｜Film “The Height of the Coconut Trees” the main feature depicts a man and woman whose feelings for marriage begin to blossom after encountering a single ring, while scene photos capture the loving moments between this couple.
Geek Pictures is proud to announce the nationwide theatrical release of “The Height of the Coconut Trees” the feature film directorial debut of Du Jie, a veteran cinematographer in the Chinese film industry, starting Friday, February 6, 2026, at Uplink Kichijoji and other theaters nationwide.
To commemorate the film's release, we are unveiling new footage from the film. It shows the female lead character, Sugamoto (played by Minami Oba), and her lover, Aoki, discovering a ring inside a fish belly while cooking, sparking their thoughts of marriage. We are also releasing new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the two.
Furthermore, we've received glowing comments about the film from prominent figures well-versed in Asian cinema! These include Mr. Shozo Ichiya, Programming Director of the Tokyo International Film Festival, and director Gen Jun, who won four awards at the 61st Golden Horse Awards for his film “Bel Ami” (24), released in Japan in November 2025!
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From a chance encounter with a single ring, thoughts of marriage begin to blossom——
A teaser trailer hinting at the happy future of a couple is now available
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The footage charmingly depicts how Sugamoto (Minami Oba), who works at a pet shop, and her chef boyfriend Aoki (Seita Shibuya) find themselves drawn toward marriage after discovering a ring inside a fish's belly while cooking. “Have you ever imagined what it would be like if we got married?” Sugamoto says, “I wonder if this ring is some kind of sign?” Aoki happily spreads his fingers and lets her slip the ring onto his finger. It's a scene hinting at the happy future ahead for the couple.
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Two new stills capturing the affectionate moments of the engaged couple
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Additionally, two new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the couple, Sugamoto and Aoki, have been released.
The first still shows the two planning their honeymoon trip to Shikoku while eating lunch boxes prepared by Aoki, the chef, during Sugamoto's work lunch break at a park near his workplace. The second photo captures them laughing together at the unexpected contents of a capsule toy they spun after leaving a haunted house during their amusement park date. These images reflect the affectionate and happiness-filled relationship between Suga and Aoki, who have promised to marry.
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Praise for this film has arrived from renowned figures well-versed in Asian cinema, including Tokyo International Film Festival Programming Director Shōzō Ichiyama and Chinese independent filmmaker Gen Jun.
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For details, please refer to the press release.
To commemorate the film's release, we are unveiling new footage from the film. It shows the female lead character, Sugamoto (played by Minami Oba), and her lover, Aoki, discovering a ring inside a fish belly while cooking, sparking their thoughts of marriage. We are also releasing new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the two.
Furthermore, we've received glowing comments about the film from prominent figures well-versed in Asian cinema! These include Mr. Shozo Ichiya, Programming Director of the Tokyo International Film Festival, and director Gen Jun, who won four awards at the 61st Golden Horse Awards for his film “Bel Ami” (24), released in Japan in November 2025!
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From a chance encounter with a single ring, thoughts of marriage begin to blossom——
A teaser trailer hinting at the happy future of a couple is now available
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The footage charmingly depicts how Sugamoto (Minami Oba), who works at a pet shop, and her chef boyfriend Aoki (Seita Shibuya) find themselves drawn toward marriage after discovering a ring inside a fish's belly while cooking. “Have you ever imagined what it would be like if we got married?” Sugamoto says, “I wonder if this ring is some kind of sign?” Aoki happily spreads his fingers and lets her slip the ring onto his finger. It's a scene hinting at the happy future ahead for the couple.
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Two new stills capturing the affectionate moments of the engaged couple
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Additionally, two new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the couple, Sugamoto and Aoki, have been released.
The first still shows the two planning their honeymoon trip to Shikoku while eating lunch boxes prepared by Aoki, the chef, during Sugamoto's work lunch break at a park near his workplace. The second photo captures them laughing together at the unexpected contents of a capsule toy they spun after leaving a haunted house during their amusement park date. These images reflect the affectionate and happiness-filled relationship between Suga and Aoki, who have promised to marry.
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Praise for this film has arrived from renowned figures well-versed in Asian cinema, including Tokyo International Film Festival Programming Director Shōzō Ichiyama and Chinese independent filmmaker Gen Jun.
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For details, please refer to the press release.
Press Release
Distribution & Promotion｜Film “The Height of the Coconut Trees” the main feature depicts a man and woman whose feelings for marriage begin to blossom after encountering a single ring, while scene photos capture the loving moments between this couple.
Geek Pictures is proud to announce the nationwide theatrical release of “The Height of the Coconut Trees” the feature film directorial debut of Du Jie, a veteran cinematographer in the Chinese film industry, starting Friday, February 6, 2026, at Uplink Kichijoji and other theaters nationwide.
To commemorate the film's release, we are unveiling new footage from the film. It shows the female lead character, Sugamoto (played by Minami Oba), and her lover, Aoki, discovering a ring inside a fish belly while cooking, sparking their thoughts of marriage. We are also releasing new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the two.
Furthermore, we've received glowing comments about the film from prominent figures well-versed in Asian cinema! These include Mr. Shozo Ichiya, Programming Director of the Tokyo International Film Festival, and director Gen Jun, who won four awards at the 61st Golden Horse Awards for his film “Bel Ami” (24), released in Japan in November 2025!
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From a chance encounter with a single ring, thoughts of marriage begin to blossom——
A teaser trailer hinting at the happy future of a couple is now available
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
The footage charmingly depicts how Sugamoto (Minami Oba), who works at a pet shop, and her chef boyfriend Aoki (Seita Shibuya) find themselves drawn toward marriage after discovering a ring inside a fish's belly while cooking. “Have you ever imagined what it would be like if we got married?” Sugamoto says, “I wonder if this ring is some kind of sign?” Aoki happily spreads his fingers and lets her slip the ring onto his finger. It's a scene hinting at the happy future ahead for the couple.
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Two new stills capturing the affectionate moments of the engaged couple
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Additionally, two new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the couple, Sugamoto and Aoki, have been released.
The first still shows the two planning their honeymoon trip to Shikoku while eating lunch boxes prepared by Aoki, the chef, during Sugamoto's work lunch break at a park near his workplace. The second photo captures them laughing together at the unexpected contents of a capsule toy they spun after leaving a haunted house during their amusement park date. These images reflect the affectionate and happiness-filled relationship between Suga and Aoki, who have promised to marry.
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Praise for this film has arrived from renowned figures well-versed in Asian cinema, including Tokyo International Film Festival Programming Director Shōzō Ichiyama and Chinese independent filmmaker Gen Jun.
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For details, please refer to the press release.
To commemorate the film's release, we are unveiling new footage from the film. It shows the female lead character, Sugamoto (played by Minami Oba), and her lover, Aoki, discovering a ring inside a fish belly while cooking, sparking their thoughts of marriage. We are also releasing new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the two.
Furthermore, we've received glowing comments about the film from prominent figures well-versed in Asian cinema! These include Mr. Shozo Ichiya, Programming Director of the Tokyo International Film Festival, and director Gen Jun, who won four awards at the 61st Golden Horse Awards for his film “Bel Ami” (24), released in Japan in November 2025!
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From a chance encounter with a single ring, thoughts of marriage begin to blossom——
A teaser trailer hinting at the happy future of a couple is now available
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
The footage charmingly depicts how Sugamoto (Minami Oba), who works at a pet shop, and her chef boyfriend Aoki (Seita Shibuya) find themselves drawn toward marriage after discovering a ring inside a fish's belly while cooking. “Have you ever imagined what it would be like if we got married?” Sugamoto says, “I wonder if this ring is some kind of sign?” Aoki happily spreads his fingers and lets her slip the ring onto his finger. It's a scene hinting at the happy future ahead for the couple.
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Two new stills capturing the affectionate moments of the engaged couple
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Additionally, two new stills capturing the affectionate moments between the couple, Sugamoto and Aoki, have been released.
The first still shows the two planning their honeymoon trip to Shikoku while eating lunch boxes prepared by Aoki, the chef, during Sugamoto's work lunch break at a park near his workplace. The second photo captures them laughing together at the unexpected contents of a capsule toy they spun after leaving a haunted house during their amusement park date. These images reflect the affectionate and happiness-filled relationship between Suga and Aoki, who have promised to marry.
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Praise for this film has arrived from renowned figures well-versed in Asian cinema, including Tokyo International Film Festival Programming Director Shōzō Ichiyama and Chinese independent filmmaker Gen Jun.
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For details, please refer to the press release.
